THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER * A TIME BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR * A WASHINGTON POST BEST FEEL GOOD BOOK OF YEAR

For fans of Before the Coffee Gets Cold, a charming, internationally bestselling Japanese novel about how the perfect book recommendation can change a readers’ life.

What are you looking for? So asks Tokyo’s most enigmatic librarian. For Sayuri Komachi is able to sense exactly what each visitor to her library is searching for and provide just the book recommendation to help them find it.

A restless retail assistant looks to gain new skills, a mother tries to overcome demotion at work after maternity leave, a conscientious accountant yearns to open an antique store, a recently retired salaryman searches for newfound purpose.

In Komachi’s unique book recommendations they will find just what they need to achieve their dreams. What You Are Looking For Is in the Library is about the magic of libraries and the discovery of connection. This inspirational tale shows how, by listening to our hearts, seizing opportunity and reaching out, we too can fulfill our lifelong dreams. Which book will you recommend?

For more by Michiko Aoyama, look for:
What You Are Looking For Is in the Library Illustrated Edition
Matcha on Monday
Hot Chocolate on Thursday
The Healing Hippo of Hinode Park

Format: Hardcover

Author: Aoyama, Michiko

Publisher: Hanover Square Press

Pub Date: September 5, 2023

Category: Fiction / Literary

ISBN: 9781335005625

Evening House Books

Filters

Hanover Square Press

What You Are Looking For Is In the Library