Are you wondering what's new on the shelves at the Commerce Township Community Library? We've got you covered! Here are some of the library's newest offerings. Take a peek, put something on hold, or stop in and grab it before it's gone! You'll find Adult, Teen, & Youth items listed below.
Adult Collection: Featured New Books
Fiction
The End of the World as We Know It by Christopher Golden
Set during and after the events of The Stand, this authorized anthology gathers original stories from acclaimed writers who expand on the novel's apocalyptic world, exploring survival, morality, and human resilience amid civilization's collapse and the uncertain rebuilding that follows.
Since its initial publication in 1978, The Stand has been considered Stephen King's seminal masterpiece of apocalyptic fiction, with millions of copies sold and adapted twice for television.
Hemlock & Silver by T. Kingfisher
Full of T. Kingfisher's signature dark magic, charming characters and sweet romance, Hemlock & Silver is a stunning dark retelling of Snow White. From the New York Times bestselling and Hugo Award-winning author of Nettle & Bone and A Sorceress Comes to Call.
The Incredible Kindness of Paper by Evelyn Skye
New York Times bestselling author Evelyn Skye enchants with a warmhearted novel following a pair of childhood friends who find themselves magically linked through whispered messages folded in origami.
The Midnight Hour by Eve Chase
Notting Hill, London: One May evening, seventeen-year-old Maggie Parker's mother walks out of their front door and doesn't return. With her little brother in tow, desperate to find their mother, Maggie is drawn into a labyrinthine world of secondhand shops and shadowy figures, far from the grand townhouses in her comfortable neighborhood. As Maggie struggles to maintain a stable life for herself and her brother, she befriends Wolf, another young person also living on his wits alone. But can he help solve the mystery of her mother's disappearance--or will her growing feelings for him just cause her further pain, upending her life even more?
When the Cranes Fly South by Lisa Rizdén
Bo is running out of time. Yet time is one of the few things he's got left. These days, his quiet existence is broken up only by daily visits from his home care team. Fortunately, he still has his beloved elkhound Sixten to keep him company ... though now his son, with whom Bo has had a rocky relationship, insists upon taking the dog away, claiming that Bo has grown too old to properly care for him. The threat of losing Sixten stirs up a whirlwind of emotion, leading Bo to take stock of his life, his relationships, and the imperfect way he's expressed his love over the years.
Non-Fiction
Between Two Rivers: Ancient Mesopotamia and the Birth of History by Moudhy N. Al-Rashid
Thousands of years ago, in a part of the world we now call ancient Mesopotamia, people began writing things down for the very first time.What they left behind, in a vast region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, preserves leaps in human ingenuity, like the earliest depiction of a wheel and the first approximation of pi.... the world's first cities, the first writing system, early seeds of agriculture, and groundbreaking developments in medicine and astronomy.
The Gods of New York: Egotists, Idealists, Opportunists, and the Birth of the Modern City: 1986-1990 by Jonathan Mahler
A sweeping chronicle of four years in 1980s New York, a crucible that would transform the city and leave it more divided than ever--a rollicking, real-life Bonfire of the Vanities featuring larger-than-life personalities of Donald Trump, Spike Lee, Ed Koch, Al Sharpton, Rudy Giuliani, and countless others.
Nagasaki: The Last Witnesses by M.G. Sheftall
The second volume in a prize-worthy two-book series based on years of irreplicable personal interviews with survivors about each of the atomic bomb drops, first in Hiroshima and then Nagasaki, that hastened the end of the Pacific War.
Rocket Dreams: Musk, Bezos, and the Inside Story of the New, Trillion-Dollar Space Race by Davenport, Christian
A riveting, fly-on-the-wall account of the New Space Age, chronicling Elon Musk's dominant SpaceX, Jeff Bezos's resurgent Blue Origin, and the high-stakes, grit-fueled global battle to push humankind further into the cosmos-from an Emmy and Peabody award-winning Washington Post reporter.
Storyteller: The Life of Robert Louis Stevenson by Leopold Damrosch
Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) is famed for Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, but he published many other novels and stories before his death at forty-four. Despite lifelong ill health, he had immense vitality; Mark Twain said his eyes burned with "smoldering rich fire." Born in Edinburgh to a family of lighthouse engineers, Stevenson set many stories in Scotland but sought travel and adventure in a life as romantic as his novels. "I loved a ship," he wrote, "as a man loves burgundy or daybreak." The adventures were shared with his free-spirited American wife, Fanny, with whom he moved to the South Pacific.
Graphic Novel
The Brownout Murders by Luke C. Jackson
They blamed alcohol. They blamed men. But they blamed women most of all. The year is 1942, the place Melbourne. A brownout is in effect to dim the night-time lights of the city, and thousands of American GIs are based in Royal Park.
Dark Pyramid by Paul Tobin
Hooky Hidalgo, adventurist and popular live streamer, has gone missing while climbing Mt. Denali! When his girlfriend, Becca, arrives in Alaska to retrace his steps, she soon discovers something beyond the dreamy and impressive landscape. There's a conspiracy deep within the heart of Denali itself--a dark pyramid, silent, waiting. Teaming up with a local conspiracy theorist named Shailene, Becca--and the scores of Hooky fans determined to either find him or find some fun--will face death, freezing temperatures, avalanches....and monsters to discover a truth that will change her life forever.
The Exorcism at 1600 Penn by Hannah Rose May
The most famous address in the U.S. becomes the centre of an epic struggle in this chilling supernatural-horror graphic novel!
Perfect Crime Party Kel McDonald
Who's up for some crime? We've drawn up our plans and got all the pieces in place. Dare we say it, we could even get away with muuuurder. So get in, loser! We've got crimes to commit!
Packed with campy whodunits, cozy mysteries, elaborate heists, noble civil disobedience, and plenty of regular old teen high jinks, a thrilling collection of lighthearted criminality awaits in these meticulously plotted pages from a host of the most devious minds in comics.
Teen Collection: Featured New Books
Teen Fiction
All the Way Around the Sun by XiXi Tian
From the acclaimed author of This Place Is Still Beautiful comes an evocative, achingly romantic road-trip story about grief, diasporic identities, and the deep-buried secrets that haunt us, perfect for fans of Past Lives and The Farewell.
Everything She Does is Magic by Bridget Morrissey
A brooding witch and a bubbly mortal must team up during their town's fall festival in this cozy sapphic romance, perfect for fans of Gilmore Girls and Wicked! "Swoony, witchy, and sweet."
Fake Skating by Lynn Painter
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Better Than the Movies Lynn Painter comes a heartfelt and banter-filled rom-com about childhood sweethearts whose icy reunion in their hockey-loving hometown unexpectedly thaws when they fake a romantic relationship.
The Good Vampire's Guide to Blood & Boyfriends by Jamie D'amato
Heartstopper meets Buffy in this queer paranormal rom-com where a college sophomore must navigate suddenly becoming a vampire, the underground society he's now part of, and the cute boy who discovers his secret.
Hollow by Taylor Grothe
Don't Let the Forest In meets The Whispering Dark in a queer YA cult horror following a recently diagnosed autistic teen who becomes enmeshed in a community of outcasts harboring sinister secrets. Read if You Love: Don't Go in the Woods; Deadly Road Trips; CottageGORE; Malevolent Masks; Cults; Nerd-core
The Sleepless by Jen Williams
Godkiller meets The Cruel Prince in this epic gods-and-monsters fantasy from British Fantasy Award-winning author Jen Williams.
Teen Non-Fiction
Beyond the Board: The Untold Story of the World's Most Daring Big Wave Surfer by Maya Gabeira
In this thrilling YA memoir, pro surfer Maya Gabeira tells the awe-inspiring true story of her journey from unstoppable teenager to the Guinness World Record-holding legend she is today.Who am I, beyond the board?Surf legend Maya Gabeira is famous for her nerve.
Beyond They/Them: 20 Influential Nonbinary and Gender-Diverse People You Should Know by Em Dickenson
Explore 20 biographies of game-changing and noteworthy nonbinary people of diverse backgrounds and in a wide variety of industries. Beyond They/Them: 20 Influential Nonbinary People You Should Know is a fully illustrated guide to celebrities, activists, musicians, and other influential people of various identities across the nonbinary spectrum. Complete with beautiful illustrations by the talented artist Cameron Mukwa and written by Em Dickson, this book is a celebration of nonbinary joy and proves that there has been, and always will be, a place for people of all genders.
Daring: The Life and Art of Elisabeth Vigée Le Brun by Jordena Pomeroy
The dramatic life story of Elisabeth Vigée Le Brun, one of the greatest portrait painters of all time.
Fight AIDs! : How Activism, Art and Protest Changed the Course of a Deadly Epidemic and Reshaped a Nation by Michael G. Long
Acclaimed author Michael G. Long tells the story of the devastating AIDS crisis and the trailblazing activists who fought for dignity, compassion, and treatment.
Teen Graphic Novel
Folk Remedy Vol.1 by Jem Yoshioka
Meet Maple, apprentice apothecary who unearths a lost yokai with questionable motives and a penchant for mischief. Fans of Netflix's ONI: Thundergod's Tale and Pilu of the Woods will delight in this new graphic novel series inspired by Taisho Era Japan.
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint Vol.1 by Umi
As a struggling office worker, Dokja Kim's sole joy in life is an online novel so obscure that he's its only reader. Then one day the story comes to an end... and so does the world. People all around the globe suddenly find themselves being massacred by horrific monsters or pitted against each other in sadistic scenarios straight out of the novel. However, only Dokja is aware that this is merely the first chapter of what is to come. Knowing that devastating plot twists are on the horizon, he can no longer afford to sit back as a reader--it's time for Dokja to step up and write his own destiny!
On Starlit Shores by Bex Glendining
In this YA urban fantasy graphic novel, Alex must return to the town where she was born to unravel the magical mysteries her late grandmother left behind Alex Wilson hasn't been back to Indigo Harbor, the seaside village where she grew up, in years.In fact, she can barely remember anything about it.
Spacewalking With You Vol.1 by Inuhiko Doronoda
Kobayashi just can't focus--not on studying, not on work--and the adults in his life think he's in danger of becoming a worthless dropout. Then, one day, a strange new presence arrives in his class: an energetic and naive kid named Uno. Kobayashi saves Uno from getting scammed, and that close encounter launches a new friendship. Uno's definitely a space cadet, but Kobayashi can't help admiring the way he floats through life, and before he knows it, he might start feeling his feet lift off the ground, too...
Juvenile Collection: Featured New Books
Juvenile Chapter Books & Early Chapter Books
The Court of the Dead by Rick Riordan
Nico and Will travel to Camp Jupiter to assist Nico's half-sister Hazel with an influx of reformed monsters arriving at camp and find themselves facing a dark force imposing retribution of its own.
The Poisoned King by Katherine Rundell
Katherine Rundell's second thrilling installment in the Impossible Creatures series involves castles, dragons, and revenge--the things of which great stories are made. The splendors within are brought to life with fifty illustrations, including a map and a bestiary of magical creatures.
Lost Evangeline by Kate DiCamillo
This captivating original fairy tale set in the world of The Puppets of Spelhorst and The Hotel Balzaar features an exclusive color illustration and gilded edges on the first printing. When a shoemaker discovers a tiny girl (as small as a mouse!) in his shop, he takes her in, names her Evangeline, and raises her as his own. The shoemaker's wife, however, fears that Evangeline has bewitched her husband, so when an opportunity arises to rid herself of the girl, she takes it. Evangeline finds herself far from her adopted father and her home, a tiny girl lost in the wide world. But she is brave, and she is resourceful, and with the help of those she meets on her journey--including a disdainful and self-satisfied cat--she may just find her way again. Return to the magical land of Norendy in this third original fairy tale by renowned storyteller Kate DiCamillo, perfect for savoring alone or for reading aloud with someone you love. Graced with exquisite black-and-white illustrations by Sophie Blackall, this timeless story of a girl and her father will make you believe in the impossible.
Troubling Tonsils! by Aaron Reynolds
Jasper the Rabbit is back! A little older and wiser, he collects creepy stories to share as cautionary tales. If you're ready for some chills and chuckles alike, tune in as Jasper weaves the yarn of Charlie Marmot and the particular pickle he found himself in.
See, Charlie here has a problem: his tonsils have become infected and have to come out. No biggie, right? But when he decides he wants to keep them in a jar for show and tell, things get creepy... First, strange slurping sounds in his room keep Charlie awake the night before his surgery. Then, he goes to the doctor only to be told his tonsils are already gone! Could it be they're out for revenge?
Join Jasper and Charlie in this first Creepy Tale chapter book and learn from Charlie's mistakes before it's too late!
The Last Resort by Erin Entrada Kelly
Twelve-year-old Lila has two goals for the summer:
1. Win back the friends who ditched her for being "too dramatic"
2. Stop being so dramatic
But then Lila's estranged Grandpa Clem dies, throwing a wrench in her plans. Now she'll have to spend the summer in Ohio while her parents decide what to do with Grandpa Clem's creepy Victorian Inn. It's supremely unfair. How can she show off the "new and improved" Lila from so far away?
Juvenile Non-Fiction
Barbie Dream Careers: 20 Real Jobs to Explore by Molly Kempf Hodgin
For decades, Barbie has shown girls that with dedication and passion they can live their dreams. Whether your little learner dreams of a career as an astronaut, chef, or even a pop singer, Barbie can relate--she's had more than 250 jobs! This hardcover, nonfiction book is packed with fun facts and information to inspire the next generation of leaders.
Disney Princess Enchanted Worlds: Look Inside the Spellbinding Kingdoms by DK
A lavish look inside 13 beautifully detailed castles, buildings, and vehicles from the animated Disney Princess movies.
Maptastic!: Reimagine the World, One Map at a Time by DK
From the Roman Empire to medieval sea monsters to shipwrecks, Maptastic! showcases the craziest, most mind-blowing, and most spectacular maps you've ever seen. Children can explore ingenious and detailed maps that turn data into captivating visual stories.
Our Air by Brian Karas
It's easy to take the air for granted. Although it's always around us, we don't often give it much thought. We can't see, smell, or hear it, but we can certainly feel it move--and that breeze you feel on a windy day is part of a larger air current circling our planet and bringing us all kinds of weather. Our air gives us life, and it makes up the atmosphere that protects us. And because everyone here on Earth shares it, it's important to take care of our air.
A World Without Summer: A Volcano Erupts, a Creature Awakens, and the Sun Goes Out by Nicholas Day
The true story of how a massive catastrophic eruption plunged the world into darkness, altering the global climate and inspiring the likes of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein --from the award-winning author of The Mona Lisa Vanishes and featuring black-and-white illustrations throughout."A tour-de-force for our times...
Juvenile Graphic Novel
Adorable Empire by Laura Terry
Nothing has been going right for Jinx. People at school think she's a goth weirdo, and now her parents are getting divorced. She has to move to an unfamiliar apartment building that doesn't feel like home -- and that doesn't have her dad. And when a new neighbor gives her a mysterious crystal, her life is turned even more upside down by the Adorables, a mischievous band of magical creatures. They are messy, distracting, and, worst of all, they follow Jinx everywhere. She just wants to be left alone! (Well, maybe she's okay with getting to know another girl in her building, Robyn, a little better...) Getting rid of the Adorables turns out to be harder than expected, but they might just help Jinx find her way back to happiness.
Cats With Jobs Vol.1 by Pandania
Ever wondered what it would be like if your cat had to get a job? The cats in this book do every kind of occupation you can imagine, and they do it just the way they like. Feline chefs, dentists, wrestlers, detectives, opera singers and much more await in this hilarious full-color collection! Volume 1 also includes a set of stickers featuring some of the working cats!
Cosmo Park by Madeleine Finlay
This rollercoaster ride through the galaxy is a bright and thrilling comic, following a narrative that is packed full of fascinating science facts and concepts about cosmology within a exciting and funny adventure story.
Diary of a Nature Nerd by Tiffany Everett
Lace up your boots and join Brooke on the trail for this irresistiblestory about best friends, blended families, and big goals.
Juvenile Early Readers
Curious George: Field Day by H. A. Rey
It's the perfect day for some outdoor fun, and Curious George has big plans! With the help of the man with the yellow hat, George hosts a series of field games for his friends.
Dino Flight! by Steve Behling
Darius and his friends accept a cargo plane ride from someone who appears to be on their side, but can he be trusted? And can they save the dinosaur being transported while also reaching their final destination safely? Find out in this Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader based on the Netflix series, Jurassic World: Chaos Theory. Featuring full-color, action-packed comic panels, this book is perfect for boys and girls ages 5 to 8!
The Pizza Problem by Gertrude Warner
The Alden children were searching for a home-and found a life of adventure! Embark on an exciting journey with the Boxcar Children in this Step 2 leveled reader as they investigate some suspicious happenings at their favorite pizza parlor! Perfect for early readers learning to read simple sentences.
A Trip to the Dentist K. E. Lewis
Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about how dentists help to keep our teeth clean and healthy with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.
Juvenile Picture Books
Besties for Eternity by Jane O'Connor
The incomparable creative team behind We're Going on a Bear Hunt reunite for a read-aloud comedy of misunderstandings that has all the hallmarks of a classic.
Buffalo Fluffalo and Puffalo by Bess Kalb
Every day, Buffalo Fluffalo goes about his usual routine. He munches all the grass he can eat, frolics and rollicks with his friends, and at noontime, lies down for a nap in the shade. But one morning, Fluffalo wakes up to a loud wailing cry and, to his surprise, finds a little buffalo named Puffalo with the tiniest, shiniest eyes!
Hansel and Gretel by Steven King
Let Stephen King, global bestselling and award-winning author, and Maurice Sendak, beloved creator of the Caldecott Medal-winning Where the Wild Things Are, guide you into the most deliciously daring rendition of the classic Grimm fairy tale yet. But will you find your way back out?
With a personal introduction from Stephen King, the beautiful book has been created in close collaboration with the Maurice Sendak Foundation. This stunning storybook makes the perfect gift for fans of King, Sendak, and the Brothers Grimm.
Minecraft 5-Minute Stories by Christy Webster
Seven Minecraft stories featuring new player Sam and the exciting mobs of Minecraft, from creepers to mooshrooms to Endermen--and many more! These stories are designed to be enjoyed in under five minutes, making them perfect for bedtime--or any time!
Oh Dear, Look What I Got! Michael Rosen
The incomparable creative team behind We're Going on a Bear Hunt reunite for a read-aloud comedy of misunderstandings that has all the hallmarks of a classic.
Pete the Cat's Cool New Ride by Kimberly Dean
Pete the Cat just got some new wheels. Beep, beep, beep! And as he's grooving down the street, he bumps into one friend, two friends, three! When they pile up in the car, Pete can't keep count and wonders if there is room for everyone. In his fifteenth hardcover picture book, Pete the Cat learns that there's always more room for friends.
A Snow Day for Amos Mcgee by Philip C. Stead
A cozy tale of winter hope and joy, from award-winning and New York Times-bestselling duo Philip and Erin Stead, perfect for fans of The Snowy Nap and The Mitten.
Media Collection: Featured New Items
DVD and Blu-ray
Ballerina
Taking place during the events of John Wick Chapter 3: Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro , who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.
Jurassic World: Rebirth
Five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion, the planet2s ecology has proven largely inhospitable to dinosaurs. Those remaining exist in isolated equatorial environments with climates resembling the one in which they once thrived. The three most colossal creatures within that tropical biosphere hold the key to a drug that will bring miraculous life-saving benefits to humankind.
28 Years Later
A group of survivors of the rage virus lives on a small island. When one of the group leaves the island on a mission into the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but other survivors.
M3gan 2.0
Two years after M3GAN's rampage, her creator, Gemma, resorts to resurrecting her infamous creation in order to take down Amelia, the military-grade weapon who was built by a defense contractor who stole M3GAN's underlying tech.
Superman
Superman must reconcile his alien Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as reporter Clark Kent. As the embodiment of truth, justice, and the human way, he soon finds himself in a world that views these as old-fashioned.
Juvenile DVD and Blu-ray
Creepy Candy
When a science experiment goes wrong on Halloween night, a bag of candy comes to life in the old Alexander Tyler Poe library.
How to Train Your Dragon
As an ancient threat endangers both Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together.
Sesame Street: Elmo's Happy Halloween Party
Join Elmo and friends for a spooktacular Halloween adventure! Explore Count von Count2s spooky castle, enjoy a Trick or Treat party, do the Batty Bat dance, and embark on a hayride adventure as you get ready to celebrate Halloween. With nonstop jokes, songs, and surprises, it's a magical time full of laughter and fun with Elmo and all his friends. Get ready for some hauntingly happy Halloween-time fun! Features special guest star Caroline Rhea as Gilda the Great!
The Wildman of Shaggy Creek
Scott's move to a new town becomes a heart-pounding adventure when he accepts a dare to camp in the ominous woods. Armed only with his fearless friend Hailey, he must confront the legend of a terrifying creature lurking in the shadows.
Video Games
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar (Nintendo Switch)
Tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, and looking for a life of cozy comforts? Have a green thumb, a love for animals, and a desire for a breath of fresh mountain air? Consider making Zephyr Town your new home! Our delightful location offers invigorating year-round winds and boasts a world-famous market...which admittedly has fallen on hard times. We’re looking for a motivated individual to help us bring brighter days back to our breezy burg! We’ll even provide you with a farm to help bring local goods to wanting customers and show the world that Zephyr Town’s bazaar can still fly high. Please contact Mayor Felix to make an appointment to visit today! Serious inquiries only. Inspired by the classic handheld title, the new STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar builds up and improves on the original in every conceivable way. The world is bigger and more alive than ever thanks to incredible new visuals, new characters, expanded story, and full character voice work in story events—a series first. Take advantage of Zephyr Town’s unique weather, using the wind to make travel and farm tasks a breeze! The winds of change are coming to deliver your new life as you experience Story of Seasons as never before.
Madden NFL 26
(XBOX Series X)
(Nintendo Switch 2)
(PlayStation 5)
Years of NFL game data powers next-level coaching, QB authenticity, and explosive gameplay.
Mafia: The Old Country
(PlayStation 5)
(XBOX Series X)
Play and experience 1904 Sicily and the origins of the Mafia, as Enzo Favara risks everything and makes an oath to the Cosa Nostra to become a man of honor in the Torrisi crime family.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure Deluxe (Nintendo Switch)
80+ hours of heartfelt quests. Discover eight unique regions, from the ocean’s depths to an island in the clouds. Befriend iconic characters like cheerful Hello Kitty, mischievous Kuromi, and sweet Cinnamoroll. Bake, cook, and craft the perfect gifts to become best friends. Renovate cabins and decorate them to attract even more wonderful characters. Create your perfect avatar, find and customize hundreds of outfits tailored to you, and create and collect furniture to achieve your dream home aesthetic. Celebrate the joys of summertime, the winter holidays, and more with a year round calendar of events. And don’t forget to throw birthday parties for your friends. Solve hidden puzzles, catch cute critters, and garden to fill the world with flowers. Dive into a multiplayer game with real-world friends and family. Team up to explore, get bonuses, and take sweet snapshots together.