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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 2d

If you're after something creepy for Halloween or something a little tamer, you'll find great #books in this week's selection of new releases! Ft. Harper Lee, John Grisham, @michaelconnelly.bsky.social, Malala Yousafzai, @joe-hill.bsky.social, @olivieblake.bsky.social, @mcfriendy.bsky.social & more!

Best New Books: Week of 10/21/25

Harper Lee, John Grisham, Michael Connelly, Malala Yousafzai, Joe Hill, Olivie Blake, and more.

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Entertaining enough, but it feels like a missed opportunity. #movies

Movie Review: Good Fortune

Aziz Ansari’s feature debut tackles worker exploitation through comedy, featuring Arj, an unemployed man whose life swaps with a wealthy investor, Jeff. While the film highlights important so…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 7d

#SpookySeason is in full swing, so maybe you're in need of a movie recommendation or two to help get in the spirit? Then check out Sean's list of the 100 "best" #horror #movies of all time, and feel free to let us know how much you disagree 😉

The 100 Best Horror Movies of All Time

The content reflects on a curated list of notable horror films, emphasizing subjective taste and varied opinions. It showcases a range of films from classics like “The Exorcist” and &#8…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 8d

Features some great performances, but doesn't really stand out. #movies

Movie Review: Kiss of the Spider Woman

Bill Condon’s Kiss of the Spider Woman blends political drama and musical fantasy, featuring strong performances but uneven execution. While the prison scenes resonate emotionally, the film-within-…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 9d

Happy #NewBookTueday! It's a busy one this week with 17 new #books by authors / fantasy dinner party guests like Reese Witherspoon & @harlancoben.bsky.social, Nicholas Sparks & M. Night Shyamalan, Michael J. Fox, @susanorlean.bsky.social, Tim Curry, Brandon Taylor, @meghamaj.bsky.social & more!

Best New Books: Week of 10/14/25

Reese Witherspoon & Harlan Coben, Nicholas Sparks & M. Night Shyamalan, Michael J. Fox, Susan Orlean, Phillipa Gregory, Tim Curry, Brandon Taylor, Marie Lu, Megha Majumdar, Andrew Ross So…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 14d

This one's worth keeping an eye on. #weather

Nor’easter Expected Sunday

A significant coastal storm is forecast for Avalon and Cape May County on October 12th and 13th, with the National Weather Service warning of wind gusts over 55mph and potential rainfall exceeding …

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 15d

It wouldn't be Halloween without a new V/H/S movie.

#movies #MovieSky #horror

Movie Review: V/H/S/HALLOWEEN

The ninth V/H/S anthology leans into Halloween with frenzied pacing, dark humor, and uneven scares. Highlights include a cursed soda test, creepy urban legends, surreal candy revenge, disturbing ch…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 16d

Well-acted but otherwise unfortunately mediocre.

#movies

Movie Review: The Smashing Machine

As Oscar season begins, studios release potential contenders, including Dwayne Johnson’s “The Smashing Machine,” where he portrays MMA fighter Mark Kerr battling addiction and per…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 16d

Oct.'s first #NewBookTuesday has 16 #books by fantastic authors like @tompynchon.bsky.social, @kirstenmiller.bsky.social, @kjcharleswriter.com, @morganhousel.bsky.social, @shannonbowring.bsky.social, @pulmyears.bsky.social, @courtney-floyd.com, @restall.bsky.social, @lucyinglis.bsky.social, & more!

Best New Books: Week of 10/7/25

Thomas Pynchon, Freida McFadden, Patricia Cornwell, Ali Hazelwood, Kirsten Miller, Cory Doctorow, and more.

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 23d

Really? That's too cool! Make sure to visit Avalon the next time you're in the area!

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 23d

This week's best #books feature magic, witches, mystery, romance, philosophy, vengeance, heists, horror, and more! Feat. @lilyking.bsky.social, @richardosman1.bsky.social, @franwilde.bsky.social, @mchurchwriter.bsky.social, @thebuffwriter.bsky.social, @christophercgorham.bsky.social, + more!

Best New Books: Week of 9/30/25

Lily King, Richard Osman, Lionel Richie, T. Kingfisher, Werner Herzog, Lynn Painter, Mariana Enriquez, and more.

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 24d

Looks like we've got another Best Picture contender on our hands.

#movies #MovieSky

Movie Review: One Battle After Another

Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another is a visually stunning, darkly comedic, emotionally resonant tale of a paranoid ex-revolutionary protecting his daughter, featuring standout performa…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 27d

Our October #Crossword puzzle is live! We hope you enjoy it!

Crossword 044: October 2025

Our October crossword puzzle.

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 27d

Are you interested in a fresh cup of #StaffPicks? Then check out our Weekly Wow List!

#movies #TV #music

The Weekly Wow List: 9/26/25

This week features exciting new releases including Paul Thomas Anderson’s acclaimed film “One Battle After Another,” the nostalgic “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale,” a…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · 28d

Need a creepy watch tonight? This @shudder.com exclusive makes for a decent, unpredictable choice.

#movies #MovieSky #horror

Movie Review: Night of the Reaper

Night of the Reaper blends 1980s horror nostalgia with mystery-driven suspense. Despite its low budget and uneven acting, strong production design and a twist-filled plot make it an engaging watch.…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 23

It's #NewBookTuesday again and we've picked out 11 of the week's best #books for you, including titles by @kamalaharris.com, Ian McEwan, @kenfollettauthor.bsky.social, Priscilla Presley, Kiran Desai, Mona Awad, Patricia Lockwood, @brynneweaver.bsky.social, and more! #BookSky

Best New Books: Week of 9/23/25

Kamala Harris, Ian McEwan, Ken Follett, Priscilla Presley, Kiran Desai, Mona Awad, Patricia Lockwood, and more.

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 17

One of the best and most original #movies of the year. - Sean

#MovieSky

Movie Review: Twinless

Filmmaker James Sweeney’s film “Twinless” explores the unique bond between twins through the friendship of Roman and Dennis, who meet in a grief support group. Their relationship,…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 16

Anytime! I'm looking forward to checking it out! - Sean

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 16

You'd be hard pressed to find a better day to curl up inside with a novel. We've got 13 new #books picked out for you to do just that, incl. the latest by @elin-hilderbrand.bsky.social, @angelaflournoy.bsky.social, @claremackwrites.bsky.social, @maryroach.bsky.social, @thomasha.bsky.social, & more!

Best New Books: Week of 9/16/25

Elin Hilderbrand & Shelby Cunningham, David McCullough, Walter Mosley, Jill Lepore, Angela Flournoy, Clare Mackintosh, Samin Nosrat, Mary Roach, and more.

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 15

Congratulations! We can't wait to check it out!

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 15

Given that Avalon is right on the ocean, this makes for a good choice to kick off #SpookySeason!

#movies

Movie Review: Dangerous Animals

A suspenseful twist on shark horror, this film follows Zephyr, a nomadic surfer, who becomes prey to a serial killer using sharks as weapons. With gripping performances and inventive terror, direct…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 12

Very curious about the Straub books.

Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 12

This week's staff picks include the must-see miniseries "Mussolini: Son of the Century," gripping mystery novel "The God of the Woods," Sophie Ellis-Bextor's disco album "Perimenopop," Harvest Brew Fest in Cape May, and a compelling article on author Mark Z. Danielewski’s unfinished novel & legacy.

The Weekly Wow List: 9/12/25

This week’s staff picks include the must-see miniseries “Mussolini: Son of the Century,” the gripping mystery novel “The God of the Woods,” Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s…

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 9

"There is an appealingly wistful melancholy to this film that will wrap you like a warm blanket if you let it and since it hasn’t left my mind since I watched it, I can only strongly recommend that you do." - Sean

#movies

Movie Review: The History of Sound

The History of Sound follows Lionel, a young man in early 1900s Kentucky with a unique ability to perceive sound visually. As he develops a secret romance with musician David, their bond is tested …

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Avalon Free Public Library @avalonlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 9

As are Mick Herron, @johnboynewriter.bsky.social, Susan Coll, @hayneswrites.com, Alejandro Varela, P.J. Tracy, Shauna Robinson, KJ Whittle, and @roanparrish.bsky.social.

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