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The Best Northwest Books of 2024, chosen by Multcolib Staff

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Staff-created list

These staff favorites are set in the Northwest, or are written by Northwest authors.

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17 items

17 items

Black Girl You Are Atlas

Black Girl You Are Atlas

by Watson, Renée

Book - 2024

I don’t know what’s better, Watson’s poems, or Holmes’s illustrations. I mean, how often do we get an illustrated book of poetry? Watson is a hometown girl, so look out for at least one poem about rain. -Patricia C. I don’t know what’s better, Watson’s poems, or Holmes’s illustrations. I mean, how often do we get an illustrated book of poetry? Watson is a hometown girl, so look out for at least one poem about rain. -Patricia C. Show less

I don’t know what’s better, Watson’s poems, or Holmes’s illustrations. I mean, how often do we get an illustrated book of poetry? Watson is a hometown girl, so look out for at least one poem about rain. -Patricia C. I don’t know what’s better, Watson’s poems, or Holmes’s illustrations. I mean, how often do we get an illustrated book of poetry? Watson is a hometown girl, so look out for at least one poem about rain. -Patricia C. Show less

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Crossings

Crossings

How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet

by Goldfarb, Ben (Environmental journalist)

Book - 2023

When I think about ecology, roads don't usually come to mind, but this book changed that! While the subject may be heavy, this is written in a palpable and fun way. -Kyle T. When I think about ecology, roads don't usually come to mind, but this book changed that! While the subject may be heavy, this is written in a palpable and fun way. -Kyle T. Show less

When I think about ecology, roads don't usually come to mind, but this book changed that! While the subject may be heavy, this is written in a palpable and fun way. -Kyle T. When I think about ecology, roads don't usually come to mind, but this book changed that! While the subject may be heavy, this is written in a palpable and fun way. -Kyle T. Show less

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Gaytheist

Gaytheist

Coming Out of My Orthodox Childhood

by Mann, Lonnie

Graphic Novel - 2024

Coming of age and coming out in an Orthodox home is not easy. This memoir will make you pause, reflect, and reconsider what other people have gone through to get where they are today. -Matt S. Coming of age and coming out in an Orthodox home is not easy. This memoir will make you pause, reflect, and reconsider what other people have gone through to get where they are today. -Matt S. Show less

Coming of age and coming out in an Orthodox home is not easy. This memoir will make you pause, reflect, and reconsider what other people have gone through to get where they are today. -Matt S. Coming of age and coming out in an Orthodox home is not easy. This memoir will make you pause, reflect, and reconsider what other people have gone through to get where they are today. -Matt S. Show less

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Here We Go Again

Here We Go Again

A Novel

by Cochrun, Alison

Book - 2024

Lovely. Heart-opening. This queer second-chance romance will make you yearn for the open road and all the possibilities it can bring. Don't forget to pack tissues! -Kady F. Lovely. Heart-opening. This queer second-chance romance will make you yearn for the open road and all the possibilities it can bring. Don't forget to pack tissues! -Kady F. Show less

Lovely. Heart-opening. This queer second-chance romance will make you yearn for the open road and all the possibilities it can bring. Don't forget to pack tissues! -Kady F. Lovely. Heart-opening. This queer second-chance romance will make you yearn for the open road and all the possibilities it can bring. Don't forget to pack tissues! -Kady F. Show less

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How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying

How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying

by Wexler, Django

Book - 2024

Shouldn't have read it after my husband fell asleep. Nearly bit my tongue bloody trying not to laugh. -Heidi S. Shouldn't have read it after my husband fell asleep. Nearly bit my tongue bloody trying not to laugh. -Heidi S. Show less

Shouldn't have read it after my husband fell asleep. Nearly bit my tongue bloody trying not to laugh. -Heidi S. Shouldn't have read it after my husband fell asleep. Nearly bit my tongue bloody trying not to laugh. -Heidi S. Show less

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In the Jingle Jangle Jungle

In the Jingle Jangle Jungle

Keeping Time With the Brian Jonestown Massacre

by Gion, Joel

Book - 2024

An insider's view into 90's indie rock up and down the West Coast. Great writing and stories. -Larry L. An insider's view into 90's indie rock up and down the West Coast. Great writing and stories. -Larry L. Show less

An insider's view into 90's indie rock up and down the West Coast. Great writing and stories. -Larry L. An insider's view into 90's indie rock up and down the West Coast. Great writing and stories. -Larry L. Show less

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One Week in January

One Week in January

New Paintings for An Old Diary

by Ellis, Carson

Book - 2024

I came for the stylish and personal paintings, but I stayed for the diary entries. This one is full of heart, and full of what makes Portland so special t...Show more I came for the stylish and personal paintings, but I stayed for the diary entries. This one is full of heart, and full of what makes Portland so special to those that moved here in their early adulthood. For lovers of "Old Portland" and new, this one's for you. -Casey L. Show less

I came for the stylish and personal paintings, but I stayed for the diary entries. This one is full of heart, and full of what makes Portland so special t...Show more I came for the stylish and personal paintings, but I stayed for the diary entries. This one is full of heart, and full of what makes Portland so special to those that moved here in their early adulthood. For lovers of "Old Portland" and new, this one's for you. -Casey L. Show less

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Rebel Girl

Rebel Girl

My Life as A Feminist Punk

by Hanna, Kathleen

Book - 2024

This deeply personal account from the epicenter of the riot grrrl movement is everything I want in a music memoir. Sharp and intense, with plenty of name ...Show more This deeply personal account from the epicenter of the riot grrrl movement is everything I want in a music memoir. Sharp and intense, with plenty of name dropping of both the music scene and the feminist thinkers who influence Hanna's work. Must-read for anyone interested in feminist/punk history. -Isaac H., Larry L., Alison H. Show less

This deeply personal account from the epicenter of the riot grrrl movement is everything I want in a music memoir. Sharp and intense, with plenty of name ...Show more This deeply personal account from the epicenter of the riot grrrl movement is everything I want in a music memoir. Sharp and intense, with plenty of name dropping of both the music scene and the feminist thinkers who influence Hanna's work. Must-read for anyone interested in feminist/punk history. -Isaac H., Larry L., Alison H. Show less

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Skin & Bones

Skin & Bones

A Novel

by Watson, Renée

Book - 2024

This is a realistic story about finding yourself when you're in the midst of grief and loss. - Alicia T. This is a realistic story about finding yourself when you're in the midst of grief and loss. - Alicia T. Show less

This is a realistic story about finding yourself when you're in the midst of grief and loss. - Alicia T. This is a realistic story about finding yourself when you're in the midst of grief and loss. - Alicia T. Show less

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Something Wild & Wonderful

Something Wild & Wonderful

by Kelly, Anita (Romance author)

Book - 2023

My fav Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) novel. There's a scene eating soft serve in Cascade Locks! But it's the characters that drew me in the most. Especially, ...Show more My fav Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) novel. There's a scene eating soft serve in Cascade Locks! But it's the characters that drew me in the most. Especially, quiet Portlander Alexei with his memories of coming out to his very conservative Russian Orthodox family and his wish to find peace on the PCT. -Jen M. Show less

My fav Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) novel. There's a scene eating soft serve in Cascade Locks! But it's the characters that drew me in the most. Especially, ...Show more My fav Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) novel. There's a scene eating soft serve in Cascade Locks! But it's the characters that drew me in the most. Especially, quiet Portlander Alexei with his memories of coming out to his very conservative Russian Orthodox family and his wish to find peace on the PCT. -Jen M. Show less

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The Devil by Name

The Devil by Name

A Novel

by Rosson, Keith (Novelist)

Book - 2024

Gnarly, gory, and suffused with dark energy. Once again a demonic hand is in the back of a freezer on 82nd, and the convention center... well, it's not good. Sequel to Fever House. -Erika B. Gnarly, gory, and suffused with dark energy. Once again a demonic hand is in the back of a freezer on 82nd, and the convention center... well, it's not good. Sequel to Fever House. -Erika B. Show less

Gnarly, gory, and suffused with dark energy. Once again a demonic hand is in the back of a freezer on 82nd, and the convention center... well, it's not good. Sequel to Fever House. -Erika B. Gnarly, gory, and suffused with dark energy. Once again a demonic hand is in the back of a freezer on 82nd, and the convention center... well, it's not good. Sequel to Fever House. -Erika B. Show less

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The Kuiper Belt Job

The Kuiper Belt Job

by Levine, David D.

Book - 2023

In this fun heist story by a Portland author, an aging crew of misfits has to get back together for one last job. -Heidi S. In this fun heist story by a Portland author, an aging crew of misfits has to get back together for one last job. -Heidi S. Show less

In this fun heist story by a Portland author, an aging crew of misfits has to get back together for one last job. -Heidi S. In this fun heist story by a Portland author, an aging crew of misfits has to get back together for one last job. -Heidi S. Show less

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The Prospects

The Prospects

A Novel

by Hoffman, KT

Book - 2024

I am thrilled to tears to see more trans characters' stories being published. KT does a brilliant job with Gene, an openly gay and trans man in profession...Show more I am thrilled to tears to see more trans characters' stories being published. KT does a brilliant job with Gene, an openly gay and trans man in professional baseball, right here in Beaverton. All pun intended, this story hits it out of the park! -Jen M. Show less

I am thrilled to tears to see more trans characters' stories being published. KT does a brilliant job with Gene, an openly gay and trans man in profession...Show more I am thrilled to tears to see more trans characters' stories being published. KT does a brilliant job with Gene, an openly gay and trans man in professional baseball, right here in Beaverton. All pun intended, this story hits it out of the park! -Jen M. Show less

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Summer Love Strategy : A Novel

Summer Love Strategy : A Novel

by Stoeve, Ray

Book - 2024

A cute sapphic romance featuring imperfect characters with a diverse collection of queer identities that they're figuring out. I love how this book tackles balancing responsibility, friendship, romance, and family. -Marten M. A cute sapphic romance featuring imperfect characters with a diverse collection of queer identities that they're figuring out. I love how this book tackles balancing responsibility, friendship, romance, and family. -Marten M. Show less

A cute sapphic romance featuring imperfect characters with a diverse collection of queer identities that they're figuring out. I love how this book tackles balancing responsibility, friendship, romance, and family. -Marten M. A cute sapphic romance featuring imperfect characters with a diverse collection of queer identities that they're figuring out. I love how this book tackles balancing responsibility, friendship, romance, and family. -Marten M. Show less

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Thunder Song

Thunder Song

Essays

by LaPointe, Sasha taqwšeblu

Book - 2024

Captivating from the first look at the cover to the very last word. It will push, pull, and stretch at your heart and mind with tender, raw tenacity. -Rebecca S. Captivating from the first look at the cover to the very last word. It will push, pull, and stretch at your heart and mind with tender, raw tenacity. -Rebecca S. Show less

Captivating from the first look at the cover to the very last word. It will push, pull, and stretch at your heart and mind with tender, raw tenacity. -Rebecca S. Captivating from the first look at the cover to the very last word. It will push, pull, and stretch at your heart and mind with tender, raw tenacity. -Rebecca S. Show less

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What Is Love?

What Is Love?

by Comfort, Jen

Book - 2024

Rivals to lovers? Check. Game show shenanigans? Check. ADHD and bisexual representation? Check and check. I adore Jen Comfort's charmingly bonkers books and this one is no exception! -Liza D. Rivals to lovers? Check. Game show shenanigans? Check. ADHD and bisexual representation? Check and check. I adore Jen Comfort's charmingly bonkers books and this one is no exception! -Liza D. Show less

Rivals to lovers? Check. Game show shenanigans? Check. ADHD and bisexual representation? Check and check. I adore Jen Comfort's charmingly bonkers books and this one is no exception! -Liza D. Rivals to lovers? Check. Game show shenanigans? Check. ADHD and bisexual representation? Check and check. I adore Jen Comfort's charmingly bonkers books and this one is no exception! -Liza D. Show less

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Tribute

Tribute

by Rose, L.M.

eBook - 2024

Romance with a side of SciFi? Yes, please! Great characters in a slow burn and slightly spicy love story. -Ann K. Romance with a side of SciFi? Yes, please! Great characters in a slow burn and slightly spicy love story. -Ann K. Show less

Romance with a side of SciFi? Yes, please! Great characters in a slow burn and slightly spicy love story. -Ann K. Romance with a side of SciFi? Yes, please! Great characters in a slow burn and slightly spicy love story. -Ann K. Show less

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