Borrowed in Brooklyn

BPL · Book · 2024

The backyard bird chronicles

Amy Tan

In 2016, author Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: Hatred and misinformation became a daily presence on social media, and the country felt more divisive than ever. In search of peace, Tan turned toward the natural world just beyond her window and, specifically, the birds flocking to the feeders in her yard. But what began as an attempt to find solace turned into something far greater--an opportunity to savor quiet moments during a volatile time, connect to nature in a meaningful way, and imagine the intricate lives of the birds she admired. Tracking the natural beauty that surrounds us, The Backyard Bird Chronicles maps the passage of time--from before the pandemic to the days of quarantine--through daily entries, thoughtful questions, and beautiful original sketches. With boundless charm and wit, Amy Tan charts her foray into birding and the natural wonders of the world"--

Demand pressureDemand pressure: composite score across the 12 tracked branches — rewards low availability, branches all out, recent drops, and (when exposed) public hold counts. Higher = harder to get borough-wide.
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Available
2/12
Branches all out
9/11
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ISBN 9780593536131

NYT Bestseller

Paperback Nonfiction

Last appeared Feb 14, 2026
Weeks on list
11 weeks
Peak rank
#5
reached Dec 27, 2025
Last rank
#15
Feb 14, 2026

Source: NYT Best Sellers. List membership is national, not Brooklyn-specific.

Current availability across the 12 tracked branches

BranchAvailableTotalHolds
Bay Ridge010
Bedford010
Brooklyn Heights020
Coney Island011
Crown Heights010
Flatbush010
Greenpoint010
Kings Highway010
Williamsburgh010
Bushwick110
Sunset Park110
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