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Best Indie Books of July

NONFICTION

CARBON TECHNOCRACY

by Victor Seow

An ambitious, scholarly study of the societal complications of energy extraction. Full review >

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FICTION

BLUE HAVEN

by Lisa King

A psychological thriller that’s full of surprises and confronts the dangers of artificial happiness. Full review >

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NONFICTION

FLIGHT

by Rasa Gustaitis

An extraordinary mix of wartime history and personal remembrance. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

GOBUMPIN

by Warren Ross ; illustrated by Jade Fang

A clever, inclusive story with plenty of tongue twisters and striking images. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

BARDO BY THE SEA

by Chad Alan Gibbs

A fun mystery with a clever hero that offers sharp, surprising takes on big issues. Full review >

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