Urban St. Reads – Fall Reads

Fall Reads Courtesy of The Bookman in Grand Haven

Our latest book list comes to us courtesy of Scott Lange at The Bookman, one of Grand Haven’s favorite independent bookstores. Located at 715 Washington Ave., The Bookman offers a thoughtfully curated selection of new and used books, along with gifts, toys, puzzles and more. Whether you’re looking for the season’s hottest new release, a timeless classic or the perfect gift for the book lover in your life, it’s well worth a visit. Here’s a look at some of the exciting titles arriving this fall.

NEW HARDCOVER FICTION
Partita
By: Barbara Kingsolver
Publication Date: Oct. 6, 2026

Pulitzer Prize winner Barbara Kingsolver presents an incredible story of resilience, the consequences of ambition and the transformative power of the arts. Music and dance shape memories of heartbreak and loss in this novel. Livia was once a piano conservatory student filled with passion and promise. Now she’s a humble housewife, living on a farm near where she was born. A phone call, and a request to meet, from an old lover shake Livia and her world to their core.

NEW HARDCOVER NON-FICTION
Vibe
By: Adam Grant
Publication Date: Oct. 13, 2026

A.I., the internet, and social media threaten to drive a stake through the heart of personal social connectivity. Face to face interactions give way more and more to digital screens, and our loneliness crisis grows ever more. Here, Adam Grant offers studies, insights, and stories as to how we can deepen our relationships, and make them last.Vibe’s goal is to change how you interact with the world, improving and deepening your connection every day.

NEW YOUNG ADULT FICTION
Anger is Only a Shadow
By: Elizabeth Acevedo
Publication Date: Sep. 15, 2026

National Book Award winner Elizabeth Acevedo writes a powerful tale of discovery and sacrifice. Lil thinks she wants to be a good person, to remain loyal and trustworthy. But multiple trips to juvenile detention have her questioning herself and who she wants to be. If only she could get through to her older brother. But he seems further away than ever. Lil’s very future may be on the line as her court date creeps closer, and she continues to struggle with the difficulty of making good choices.

NEW JUVENILE FICTION
Fight or Flight (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #21)
By: Jeff Kinney
Publication Date: Oct. 20, 2026

Find your next cozy getaway in these adorable small towns. National Geographic collects 100 locations across the country–including Michigan–that would be perfect for vacation travelling. Divided into regions around the country, this coffee table book is also a great conversation starter.

NEW CHILDREN’S HARDCOVER
Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas…According to Max!
By: Alastair Heim
Publication Date: Sep. 1, 2026

Everyone’s favorite sidekick, Max the dog, finally gets to tell his side of the story. The Grinch’s and Max live high up on Mount Crumpit, above Whoville. When the Grinch decides to steal Christmas and force Max to help, we never knew what the poor mutt was thinking. But this time, we get Max’s point of view on what happened that fateful Christmas Eve in this heartwarming retelling of the classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

NEW COOKBOOK
Simply Ina: A Barefoot Contessa Cookbook
By: Ina Garten
Publication Date: Oct. 20, 2026

A brand-new collection of 85 easy yet impressive recipes for every
meal of the day, from make-ahead lunches to effortless appetizers and showstopping dinners, from America’s favorite home cook
Through her years of experience as a home cook, Ina Garten has learned that the best food is often the simplest. With just a little thought and a few good ingredients, you can make truly impressive dishes without spending hours in the kitchen. Simply Ina celebrates the delicious results of streamlined cooking, sharing Ina’s expert tips and tricks for achieving the best flavor with the least amount of effort.

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