What We're Reading

Here's a snapshot of what the library staff is reading.

What are you reading right now? Recommend books to others in the comments section.

Wild Bird By Van Draanen, Wendelin 2017-09 - Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers 9781101940440 CHECK CATALOG In her most incisive and insightful book yet, the award-winning author of The Running Dream and Flipped offers a remarkable portrait of a girl who has hit rock bottom, but begins a climb back to herself at a wilderness survival camp in the desert. 5 1/2 x 8 5/16. …More

Crisis in the Red Zone: The Story of the Deadliest Ebola Outbreak in History, and of the Outbreaks to Come By Preston, Richard 2019-07 - Random House 9780812998832 CHECK CATALOG The 2013-2014 Ebola epidemic was the deadliest ever--but the outbreaks continue. Now comes a gripping account of the doctors and scientists fighting to protect us, an urgent wake-up call about the future of emerging viruses--from the #1 bestselling author of The Hot Zone, now a National Geographic original miniseries. This time, Ebola started with a two-year-old child who likely …More

The house of Stone and Ivy By Stansfield, Anita 2019-01 - Covenant Communications 9781524408565 CHECK CATALOG Orphaned as children, Hennie and Lottie share an unbreakable friendship. Together, they suffered the horrors of orphanages and the workhouse, and now grown, they continue to rely on each other. When Lottie approaches Hennie about a possible position at a manor house, Hennie is eager to work alongside her dear friend. However, to secure their positions as stable hands, they will have to undergo a …More

Little Women By Alcott, Louisa May 2014-08 - Puffin Books 9780147514011 CHECK CATALOG Louisa May Alcott's classic tale of four sisters in a deluxe hardcover edition, with beautiful cover illustrations by Anna Bond, the artist behind world-renowned stationery brand Rifle Paper Co. Grown-up Meg, tomboyish Jo, timid Beth, and precocious Amy. The four March sisters couldn't be more different. But with their father away at war, and their mother working to support the …More

Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians By Sanderson, Brandon Illustrator Lazo, Hayley 2016-02 - Starscape Books 9780765378941 CHECK CATALOG Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians is the first action-packed fantasy adventure in the Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians series for young readers by the #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson. These fast-paced and funny novels are now available in deluxe hardcover editions illustrated by Hayley Lazo. On his thirteenth birthday, foster child Alcatraz Smedry gets …More

The Five Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts By Chapman, Gary 2010-01 - Northfield Press 9780802473158 CHECK CATALOG Marriages may be made in heaven, but they must be nurtured here on earth. Dr. Chapman explains how people communicate love in different ways, and shares the wonderful things that happen when men and women learn to speak each other's language. …More

First Test By Pierce, Tamora 2004-08 - Ember 9780375829055 CHECK CATALOG In the medieval and fantastic realm of Tortall, Keladry of Mindelan (known as Kel) is the first girl to take advantage of the decree that permits females to train for knighthood. But Kel is not a girl to underestimate. . . . "Part school story . . . part fantasy . . . part animal story . . . this is a splendidly rousing feast."--Booklist …More

The Moroccan Girl By Cumming, Charles 2019-02 - St. Martin's Press 9781250129956 CHECK CATALOG "Charles Cumming has breathed new life into the spy novel." --Ben Macintyre, bestselling author of A Spy Among Friends In this gripping contemporary thriller, reminiscent of the classic Casablanca, a successful spy novelist is drawn into a real-life espionage plot when he's ordered to find a mysterious fugitive on the alluring but deadly …More

Finding Dorothy By Letts, Elizabeth 2019-02 - Ballantine Books 9780525622109 CHECK CATALOG This richly imagined novel tells the story behind The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the book that inspired the iconic film, through the eyes of author L. Frank Baum's intrepid wife, Maud. "A breathtaking read that will transport you over the rainbow and into the heart of one of America's most enduring fairy tales."--Lisa Wingate, author of Before We Were Yours …More

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind By Kamkwamba, William Author Mealer, Bryan Illustrator Hymas, Anna 2016-01 - Puffin Books 9780147510426 CHECK CATALOG Now a Netflix film starring and directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor, this is a gripping memoir of survival and perseverance about the heroic young inventor who brought electricity to his Malawian village. When a terrible drought struck William Kamkwamba's tiny village in Malawi, his family lost all of the season's crops, leaving them with nothing to eat and nothing to sell. William began to …More

The A.B.C. Murders By Christie, Agatha 2011-05 - William Morrow & Company 9780062073587 CHECK CATALOG There's a serial killer on the loose, working his way through the alphabet and the whole country is in a state of panic. A is for Mrs. Ascher in Andover, B is for Betty Barnard in Bexhill, C is for Sir Carmichael Clarke in Churston. With each murder, the killer is getting more confident--but leaving a trail of deliberate clues to taunt the proud Hercule Poirot might just prove to be the …More

The 5th Wave: The First Book of the 5th Wave Series By Yancey, Rick 2015-02 - Penguin Books 9780142425831 CHECK CATALOG The #1 New York Times Bestseller, now a major motion picture starring Chlo Grace Moretz The Passage meets Ender's Game in the first book in an epic series by award-winning author Rick Yancey. "Remarkable, not-to-be-missed-under-any-circumstances."--Entertainment Weekly "A modern sci-fi …More

One Half from the East By Hashimi, Nadia 2018-02 - HarperCollins 9780062421913 CHECK CATALOG Perfect for fans of Rita Williams-Garcia, Thanhha Lai, and Rebecca Stead, internationally bestselling author Nadia Hashimi's first novel for young readers is a coming-of-age journey set in modern-day Afghanistan that explores life as a bacha posh--a preteen girl dressed as a boy. Obayda's family is in need of some good fortune, …More

The Pearl That Broke Its Shell By Hashimi, Nadia 2015-01 - William Morrow & Company 9780062244765 CHECK CATALOG Afghan-American Nadia Hashimi's literary debut novel is a searing tale of powerlessness, fate, and the freedom to control one's own fate that combines the cultural flavor and emotional resonance of the works of Khaled Hosseini, Jhumpa Lahiri, and Lisa See. In Kabul, 2007, with a drug-addicted father and no brothers, Rahima and her sisters can only sporadically attend school, and can …More

What We're Reading

Here's a snapshot of what the library staff is reading.

What are you reading right now? Recommend books to others in the comments section.

Swing By Alexander, Kwame Author Hess, Mary Rand 2018-10 - Blink 9780310761914 CHECK CATALOG New York Times bestselling authors Kwame Alexander and Mary Rand Hess (Solo) tell this lyrical story about hope, courage, and love that speaks to anyone who's struggled to find their voice. And the surprise ending shines a spotlight on the issues related to our current social divide, challenging perspectives and inspiring everyone to make their voice heard. When America …More

Slathbog's Gold By Forman, M. L. 2011-02 - Shadow Mountain 9781606416815 CHECK CATALOG The sign is small, tucked into the corner of Mr. Clutters …More

Girls Like Us By Giles, Gail 2015-10 - Candlewick Press (MA) 9780763680282 CHECK CATALOG With gentle humor and unflinching realism, the author of "Shattering Glass" tells the gritty, ultimately hopeful story of two teen girls who have just graduated from their school's special ed program and are entering the adult world. …More

Starved Stuff: Feeding the 7 Basic Needs of Healthy Relationships By Townsend, Matt 2010-10 - Perfect Paperback 9780615351704 CHECK CATALOG Creating a healthy and lasting relationship with your partner can be both wonderful and demanding. Acclaimed national speaker and relationship expert Matt Townsend explores both the challenges and solutions for healthier couples in this landmark book. …More

The Last Sin Eater By Rivers, Francine 2013-06 - Tyndale House Publishers 9781414370668 CHECK CATALOG In this story set in mid 19th-century Appalachia, young Cadi learns a valuable spiritual lesson about Jesus Christ after she confronts a mysterious man who comes to absolve her guilt over her grandmother's death. Now a major motion picture from Fox Faith, starring Henry Thomas ("E.T."), set for theatrical release on February 16. Photos. …More

The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred-Year-Old Man By Jonasson, Jonas Author Willson-Broyles, Rachel 2019-01 - William Morrow & Company 9780062846136 CHECK CATALOG The hysterical, clever, and unforgettable sequel to Jonas Jonasson's international bestseller The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared. He's back. Even older. Even funnier. It all begins with a hot air balloon trip and three bottles of champagne. Allan and Julius are ready for some spectacular views, but they're not …More

Maisie Dobbs By Winspear, Jacqueline 2014-06 - Soho Crime 9781616954079 CHECK CATALOG "A female investigator every bit as brainy and battle-hardened as Lisbeth Salander." --Maureen Corrigan, NPR's Fresh Air, on Maisie Dobbs Maisie Dobbs got her start as a maid in an aristocratic London household when she was thirteen. Her employer, suffragette Lady Rowan Compton, soon became her patron, taking the remarkably bright youngster under her wing. Lady …More

Confessions of a Murder Suspect By Patterson, James Author Paetro, Maxine 2012-09 - Jimmy Patterson 9780316206983 CHECK CATALOG Internationally bestselling author Patterson returns to the genre that made him famous with a thrilling teen detective series about the mysterious and magnificently wealthy Angel family . . . and the dark secrets they're keeping from one another. …More

Monstrous Beauty By Fama, Elizabeth 2013-10 - Square Fish 9781250034250 CHECK CATALOG In alternating chapters, this story tells of the mermaid Syrenka's love for Ezra in 1872 that leads to a series of horrific murders, and present-day Hester's encounter with a ghost that reveals her connection to the murders and to Syrenka. …More

The Grand Mosque of Paris: A Story of How Muslims Saved Jews During the Holocaust By Ruelle, Karen Gray Author DeSaix, Deborah Durland 2009-09 - Holiday House 9780823421596 CHECK CATALOG Awards: Middle East Book Awards (2009), William Allen White Childens Book Award (2012) The story, in picture-book format, of how the Grand Mosque in Paris was used to hide Jews and escaped prisoners-of-war during the Nazi occupation. …More

Self-Editing for Fiction Writers, Second Edition: How to Edit Yourself Into Print By Browne, Renni Author King, Dave 2004-04 - William Morrow & Company 9780060545697 CHECK CATALOG Hundreds of books have been written on the art of writing. Here at last is a book by two professional editors to teach writers the techniques of the editing trade that turn promising manuscripts into published novels and short stories. Renni Browne and Dave King are two of the country's best-known independent editors. In their years as president and senior editor of The Editorial Department, they …More

Malala's Magic Pencil By Yousafzai, Malala Illustrator Kerascoet 2017-10 - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 9780316319577 CHECK CATALOG In this beautifully illustrated volume, the youngest recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize shares a story from her childhood in Pakistan that shows younger readers the world view that allowed her to hold on to hope even in the most difficult of times. Full color. …More

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The Border By Winslow, Don Read by Porter, Ray 2019-02 - Blackstone Publishing 9781504719988 CHECK CATALOG The explosive, highly anticipated conclusion to the epic Cartel trilogy from the New York Times bestselling author of The Force What do you do when there are no borders? When the lines you thought existed simply vanish? How do you plant your feet to make a stand when you no longer know what side you're on? The war has come home. For over forty years, Art Keller …More

The Chef By Patterson, James Author DiLallo, Max Read by Ziants, Micheal 2019-02 - Little Brown and Company 9781549175855 CHECK CATALOG In the new stand-alone thriller from the World's Bestselling author comes a Police detective by day, celebrity food truck chef by night, now Caleb Rooney has a new title: Most Wanted. In the Carnival days leading up Mardi Gras, Detective Caleb Rooney comes under investigation for a murder he is accused of committing in the line of duty--as a Major Crimes detective for the New …More

The Department of Sensitive Crimes: A Detective Varg Novel By Smith, Alexander McCall Read by Rintoul, David 2019-04 - Recorded Books 9781980031581 CHECK CATALOG From the beloved and best-selling author of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series comes a lighthearted comedic novel about a Swedish police department tasked with solving the most unusual, complicated, and, often, insignificant crimes. The detectives who work in Malmo Police's Department of Sensitive Crimes take their job very seriously. The lead detective, Ulf Varg, prioritizes his …More

The Editor By Rowley, Steven Read by Urie, Michael 2019-04 - Penguin Audiobooks 9781984839596 CHECK CATALOG From the bestselling author of Lily and the Octopus comes a novel about a struggling writer who gets his big break, with a little help from the most famous woman in America. After years of trying to make it as a writer in 1990s New York City, James Smale finally sells his novel to an editor at a major publishing house: none other than Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Jackie--or Mrs. …More

Gunmetal Gray By Greaney, Mark Read by Snyder, Jay 2017-04 - Audible Studios on Brilliance 9781536694383 CHECK CATALOG Mark Greaney, the New York Times best-selling coauthor of Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan novels, delivers another breakneck thriller following the world's deadliest assassin - the Gray Man. After five years on the run, Court Gentry is back on the inside at the CIA. But his first mission makes him wish he had stayed on the outs when a pair of Chinese agents try to take him down in Hong …More

The First Lady By Patterson, James With DuBois, Brendan Read by McBride, Deborah 2019-03 - Grand Central Publishing 9781549119385 CHECK CATALOG In James Patterson's new stand-alone thriller, one secret can bring down a government when the President's affair to remember becomes a nightmare he wishes he could forget. Sally Grissom is a top secret service agent in charge of the Presidential Protection team. She knows that something is amiss when she is summoned to a private meeting with the President and his Chief …More

Keto Diet: Your 30-Day Plan to Lose Weight, Balance Hormones, Fight Inflammation, and Reverse Disease By Axe, Josh Read by Martin, Eric 2019-03 - Little Brown and Company 9781549119217 CHECK CATALOG From the author of the national bestseller Eat Dirt, a 30-day healthy plan -- including more than 80 delicious recipes -- to burn fat, fight inflammation, and reverse disease using the keto diet. Today, the ketogenic diet is the world's fastest growing diet, and with good reason. When practiced correctly, it has been proven to burn fat, reduce inflammation, fight cancer, …More

Lost Roses By Kelly, Martha Hall Read by Gati, Kathleen Read by Gilbert, Tavia 2019-04 - Random House Audio Publishing Group 9781984845375 CHECK CATALOG The million-copy bestseller Lilac Girls introduced the real-life heroine Caroline Ferriday. Now Lost Roses, set a generation earlier and also inspired by true events, features Caroline's mother, Eliza, and follows three equally indomitable women from St. Petersburg to Paris under the shadow of World War I. "A nuanced tale that speaks to the strength of …More

The Malta Exchange By Berry, Steve Read by Brick, Scott 2019-03 - MacMillan Audio 9781250316530 CHECK CATALOG "Brick is a masterful narrator, raising the tension in the action scenes while keeping the listener engaged in the slower historical segments." -- AudioFile Magazine In this audiobook, Steve Berry and Macmillan Audio team up again to bring listeners an expanded, annotated Writer's Cut edition of The Malta Exchange. This Writer's Cut …More

Silent Night By Steel, Danielle Narrated by Frangione, Jim 2019-03 - Recorded Books 9781980027591 CHECK CATALOG A shocking accident. A little girl struggling to survive. And the childless aunt who transforms her own world to help her Danielle Steel's latest novel is a deeply moving story of resilience and hope. Paige Watts is the ultimate stage mother. The daughter of Hollywood royalty, Paige channels her own acting dreams into making her daughter, Emma, a star. By the age of nine, Emma is …More

Storm Cursed By Briggs, Patricia Read by King, Lorelei 2019-05 - Penguin Audiobooks 9781524756697 CHECK CATALOG In this powerful entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series, Mercy Thompson must face a deadly enemy to defend all she loves... My name is Mercedes Athena Thompson Hauptman, and I am a car mechanic. And a coyote shapeshifter. And the mate of the Alpha of the Columbia Basin werewolf pack. Even so, none of that would have gotten me into trouble …More

The Tale Teller: A Leaphorn, Chee & Manuelito Novel #05 By Hillerman, Anne Read by Delaine, Christina 2019-04 - HarperCollins 9780062898685 CHECK CATALOG …More