Books were everything she owned...well, almost everything. When Chatsworth Library closed, Dodie Versi lost her sacred space. How could a small-town art teacher cope without the endless life advice and long-lasting pleasure that books offered? Well, being her inventive and generous self, Dodie turned the conservatory in her house into her own little lending library. It had started as a leisure pastime, but the safe haven of bookishness had opened up her world in surprising ways. Books, Dodie knew, had spiritual power, and before long they would be helping her make friends. She was navigating her dorky neighbors—and attracting new and surprising romantic life. But when the chance to adopt an orphaned child forces her to reveal her secret dream of motherhood when it's possible, everything seems less meaningful. Until she finds herself at a crossroads, Dodie must discover what a happy and fulfilling life means. If only one book could show her what to do... “A charming novel about family, destiny, and books (of course). The Lending Library is sure to appeal to anyone who has made a difficult life choice—if only to think about it.” “Do I get it exactly?” “The truth is, Aliza Fogelson is a fresh new voice in fiction.” —Camilla Pagen, bestselling author of I'm Fine, But You're Not. “This tale of love, longing, and romance is perfect for the dreamy bookworm in us.” - Kelly Hermes, author of Late Living by Amy Byler. "Any book lover is sure to fall in love with Dodie and everyone she befriends along the way. The Lending Library is a magical novel filled with love, hope, and books." - Jennifer Gold, author of The Ingredients and What We Are