Library Roundup: Muscles! & New Books

Rory Martorana.

The following book review and roundup of recent public library title acquisitions were written by Rory Martorana, public services administrator for Communications & Marketing, Adult Services at the New Haven Free Public Library:

Muscle: The Gripping Story of Strength and Movement by Roy A. Meals is a fascinating journey into the world of our body’s powerhouse — muscles! Meals takes us on a whirlwind tour through the science, history, and sheer awesomeness of muscles and how they work. From the flex of a bicep to the power of a sprint, this book unpacks the secrets behind our body’s incredible ability to move and perform feats of strength. 

With a blend of humor and expert insight, Meals transforms complex anatomical concepts into an engaging narrative that will leave you flexing your newfound knowledge with every turn of the page. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast, science buff, or just curious about the inner workings of your body, Muscle is the perfect blend of education and entertainment that’ll have you flexing your mental muscles in no time! 

New on Shelf – Adults

Ours by Phillip B. Williams

Plantains and Our Becoming by Melania-Luisa Marte

Not the End of the World: How We Can Be The First Generation to Build A Sustainable Planet by Hannah Ritchie

Martyr! By Kaveh Akbar

I Do Everything I’m Told: Poems by Megan Fernandes

Click to see the full list of new Adult books in our catalog

New on Shelf – Children

A Few Beautiful Minutes: Experiencing A Solar Eclipse by Kate Allen Fox

Jam, Too? by JaNay Brown-Wood

Dear Muslim Child by Rahma Rodaah

No Cats in the Library by Lauren Emmons

The Gabi That Girma Wore by Fasika Adefris

Click to see the full list of new Children’s books in our catalog

New on Shelf – Teens

The Girl I Am, Was, and Never Will Be: A Speculative Memoir of Transracial Adoption by Shannon Gibley

Dead Things Are Closer Than They Appear by Robin Wasley

Bright Red Fruit by Safia Elhillo

What Monstrous Gods by Rosamund Hodge

Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School by Tiffany Jewell

Click to see the full list of new Teen books in our catalog

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