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Since 2014, Phinney Books has been sending out a weekly newsletter featuring staff reviews of new releases, rediscovered favorites, and hidden gems. Our newsletter is a curated selection of books we love, written by our passionate booksellers who read widely and thoughtfully.

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• Weekly delivery - Fresh recommendations arrive in your inbox every week
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11 Years of Reviews

This site archives over 1,400 book reviews from 11 years of newsletters (2014-2025). Every book featured here was recommended by our staff, making this a treasure trove of reading recommendations. Browse by category, search by title or author, or let our Book of the Day introduce you to something new.

About Phinney Books

Phinney Books is an independent neighborhood bookstore in Seattle's Phinney Ridge, serving our community since 2010. We're passionate about connecting readers with books they'll love, and our newsletter is one of the ways we share that passion.