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This #StaffPickSunday, Sheryl's taking all of us to Paris with her! She recommends Meet Me In Paris by Kristen Harmel and Dolly All The Time by Annabel Monaghan. You can read her full review of each book on our website.
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“As a previous resident of Paris, Ms. Harmel knows the city well and was happy to share it with and describe it to the reader. With themes of second chances, love and self-discovery, Ms. Harmel weaves an addictive, enjoyable novel that you will enjoy from start to finish.” “What a fun ride! I finished this book in two days, as I just couldn’t put it down. This romance is sweet, but not too sweet. You will adore Dolly for her kindness, authenticity and independence. This is the perfect beach read or for curling up on the couch on a rainy day. Completely enjoyable!”
October 11, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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This #StaffPickSunday, Laura recommends Three Reasons for Revenge by Dervla McTiernan. You can read her full review on our website! bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
"An absorbing story of trauma and revenge smartly plotted for fans of crime fiction. Top shelf storytelling and good character development. Three Reasons for Revenge begins with Alexis Turner, a Melbourne student, filing a police report against a psychologist for sexual assault. By the end of the day, she is nowhere to be found and things quickly spiral into something weird and sinister."
September 6, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Kirsten has two great sequels for you this #StaffPickSunday! She recommends The Fake Divination Offense by favorite author Sara Raasch, and Villain by Natalie Zina Walschots. You can read her full review on our website. www.bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
“As always, Raasch's latest is thrilling from beginning to end. Raasch isn't afraid to shy away from tricky topics like attachment issues stemming from PTSD. At the same time, The Fake Divination Offense doesn't take itself too seriously, and a plot twist halfway through had me screaming. Like her previous novels, it's sexy, spicy romp. I couldn't put it down.” “Walschots’ novel is absolutely gripping, and I love her take on the more mundane aspects of villainy. She does a great job of demonstrating how horrific crimes can be committed in spreadsheets and databases, and how the supposedly good side isn’t always better. If you haven’t read Hench yet, you’ll definitely need to pick that up before reading Villain, but lucky for you, both are phenomenal novels.”
June 21, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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This #StaffPickSunday, Kirsten recommends American Fantasy by Emma Straub! You can read her full review on our website. www.bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
“Emma Straub’s American Fantasy is a boy band book for grown ups. Straub tells a beautiful story about finding a new orientation in middle age. Straub’s gorgeous writing elevates this delightful novel to something more: American Fantasy is simultaneously a perfect beach read and a genuinely thoughtful novel.”
May 31, 2026 at 1:57 PM
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This #StaffPickSunday, Rona recommends Elizabeth Strout's latest book, Things We Never Say. You can read her full review on our website!
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"If you’ve read any of Elizabeth Strout’s previous novels, including the Pulitzer Prize winning Olive Kitteridge - you know that she’s a master at creating characters with complicated lives and personalities. Artie Dam, the star of Strout’s latest, is just another example of the author’s keen insight into human nature."
May 17, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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This week, Molly has two books for #StaffPickSunday! She recommends When The Cranes Fly South by Lisa Ridzén, and The Irish Goodbye by Heather Aimee O'Neill.

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“Mostly short entries, (In fact, a few are only one sentence long!), The Irish Goodbye can be read in a day, but I recommend you savor the writing. Beth Ann Fennelly was the poet laureate of Mississippi from 2016-2021, so the writing is worthy of savoring!” “Trust me on this one - although the subject matter may seem off-putting to some, I cannot overstate what a deeply affecting, heart-wrenching read When the Cranes Fly South is - and it comes complete with one of the best endings ever!”
May 3, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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Kirsten recommends Star Shipped by Cat Sebastian this #StaffPickSunday! You can read her full review on our website. bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
It's hard to write a complicated character who you want to root for, but with Simon, Sebastian manages it. Star Shipped is certainly a more emotional read than your average romance novel, but it's well worth it. It's the perfect read for anyone who feels perfect isn't always good enough.
March 8, 2026 at 1:57 PM
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This #StaffPickSunday, Sheryl recommends The First Time I Saw Him by Laura Dave. You can read her full review on our website!

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“It’s been five years since Hannah’s husband Owen disappeared. Hannah and Bailey have tried to put the past behind them. But as Hannah is finishing up at an art exhibition, she sees Owen. Hannah knows this is a sign – it’s time to protect Bailey and herself again. With themes of forgiveness, family and the settling of debts, this novel will satisfy your hunger for a great thriller and a moving family saga to start 2026. Enjoy!“
January 11, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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We had two Staff Picks again, so #StaffPickSunday is rolling over into Monday! Today, Sheryl recommends Circle of Days by Ken Follett. You can read her full review on our website. bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
October 13, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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This #StaffPickSunday Rona recommends The Elements by John Boyne. You can read her full review on our website! bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
October 12, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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For #StaffPickSunday, Richard recommends Anima Rising by Christopher Moore. You can read his full review on our website! bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
August 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Kirsten recommends Behooved this #StaffPickSunday! You can read her full review on our website! www.bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
July 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Rona recommends The Great Mann by Kyra Davis Lurie this #staffpicksunday! You can read her full review on our website. www.bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
July 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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This #StaffPickSunday, Rona recommends The Correspondent by Virginia Evans.
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May 25, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Are you surprised to see Brittany recommending TJ Klune this #StaffPickSunday? She says his most recent book, The Bones Beneath My Skin has "everything I love about Klune’s writing, while still feeling fresh and new." Read her full review on our website!

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April 27, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Laura recommends Witness 8 by Steve Cavanaugh this #StaffPickSunday! While this book is number 8 in a series, it can definitely stand on its own. You know you can always count on Laura for compulsively readable thrillers, so check out her full review on our website!
April 13, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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This #StaffPickSunday, Rona recommends Boy With Wings by Mark Mustian. Mark will be promoting his book in the store on Thursday, April 3 at 6pm! He'll be bringing a musician, so it's sure to be a fun night!

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March 30, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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This #staffpicksunday Richard recommends A History of Ancient Rome in Twelve Coins.

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March 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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We're doubling up this #staffpickSunday! Rona recommends A Forty Year Kiss by Nickolas Butler. You can read her full review on our website.
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March 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Sheryl recommends Chris Bohjalian's new book, The Jackal's Mistress this #StaffPickSunday! Y'all might have noticed her review ran in our newsletter last week...but the book arrived too late for social! It's here now, and you can read her review on our website. www.bookmarkbeach.com/staff-picks/...
March 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM