Otsego Library Transformed into Wonka Factory for Fundraiser
The Otsego Library in Michigan has transformed into the Wonka Factory from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory for a fundraiser. Visitors can check out the Wonka Factory display during the library’s normal business hours. Donations will raise funds for children’s materials and the Rise & Shine Early Literacy Center. The event runs until Saturday, January 21st.
Brent C. Lambert Announces New Queer Sci-Fi Novella
Speculative fiction author Brent C. Lambert announced a new queer sci-fi novella, A Necessary Chaos. The author tweeted, “I’m particularly proud of having two queer Black people in a relationship with each other because we know how the industry do!” The novella is available for preorder now, and it will be out from Neon Hemlock in February 2023.
WIRED Names Best Books of 2022
WIRED named their picks for the 12 best books of 2022. The list includes fiction and nonfiction, speculative fiction, realistic fiction, books in translation, and more. Titles include The Employees: A Workplace Novel of the 22nd Century by Olga Ravn, Cursed Bunny by Bora Chung, and Tremors in the Blood by Amit Katwala. You can see the full list on their website.
The Best 2023 Bookish Wall Calendars
Make your 2023 calendar year bookish. Here are the best bookish wall calendars to hang in your home in 2023.