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Our Missing Hearts, by Celeste Ng (Penguin Pr.; LJ starred review), is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.

Lauren Kung Jessen is a mixed-race Chinese American writer with a fondness for witty, flirtatious dialogue and making meals with too many steps but lots of flavor. She is fascinated by myths and superstitions and how ideas, beliefs, traditions, and stories evolve over time. LJ reviewer Eve Stano, talked with Kung Jessen about books, the Chinese zodiac, and more.

The Winners, by Fredrik Backman (Atria), is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.

The Bullet That Missed, by Richard Osman (Pamela Dorman: Viking), is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.

Oath of Loyalty, by Vince Flynn and Kyle Mills (Atria/Emily Bestler Books), is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.

Romances on audio that deepen characterization and enhance conversations.

Horror listens, as all bumps in the night are even more terrifying when they are inside your head.

Starred reviewed SFF choices that create sound landscapes.

Crime stories to sound out.