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Best Indie Books of February

NONFICTION

Jewel of the Wissahickon

by Bill Konstant and Glenn Mason ; edited by Lucy Noland

A captivating coffee-table study of a small, vibrant Eden, pairing lush visuals with engrossing writing. Full review >

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FICTION

ALL THE MOONLIGHT ON EARTH

by Jesse Muehlbauer

A superior SF thriller with universally relatable moods of loss, regret, and longing. Full review >

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FICTION

BIG LAKE TROUBLES

by Jeffrey D. Boldt

A satisfying sequel and one of the best legal thrillers of the year. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

PAINTING WONDER

by Katie Wray Schon

An accessible and inspiring mini-biography, delightfully illustrated. Full review >

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NONFICTION

INDUSTRIAL POLICY FOR THE UNITED STATES

by Marc Fasteau and Ian Fletcher

A stimulating call for government action to restore America’s standing as an industrial powerhouse. Full review >

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