Author: Saint John, Bozoma, author. Published: 2023 Call Number: B SAINTJOH Format: Books Summary: "From iconic leader Bozoma Saint John, comes a memoir of grief, and one woman's drive to thrive in the face of loss. When Bozoma Saint John's husband, Peter Saint John, died of cancer, she made one big decision: to live life with urgency. Saint John was no stranger to adversity, having lost her college boyfriend to suicide, navigated an interracial marriage, grieved a child born prematurely--a process that led to her and Peter's separation--and coparented the daughter she and Peter shared. When Peter knew his cancer was terminal, he gave Bozoma a short list of things to do: cancel the divorce, and fix the wrongs immediately. In The Urgent Life, Bozoma takes readers through the dizzying, numbing days of grief, and the courage which it sparked in her to live life in accordance with her deepest values time and time again. We witness Saint John's journey forward through multiple griefs, as she works through life as a single parent and builds a truly remarkable career. Saint John's story is extraordinary, but her grief is not uncommon, and her courage is sure to touch any reader who has loved, mourned and found a path through loss and grief, as well as anyone who's struggled to live life to its fullest"--
Author: Taylor, Mary Ellen, 1961- author. Published: 2023 2022 Call Number: LP F TAYLOR Format: Large print Summary: "When a shipwreck surfaces, old secrets are sure to follow. Or so goes the lore in Ivy Neale's hometown of Nags Head, North Carolina. When Ivy inherits her family's beachfront cottage upon her grandmother's death, she knows returning to Nags Head means facing the best friend and the boyfriend who betrayed her years ago. But then a winter gale uncovers the shipwreck of local legend - and Ivy soon begins to stumble across more skeletons in the closet than just her own. Amid the cottage's clutter are clues from her grandmother's past at the enchanting seaside resort her family once owned. One fateful summer in 1950, the arrival of a dazzling singer shook the staff and guests alike - and not everyone made it to fall. As Ivy contends with broken relationships and a burgeoning romance in the present, the past threatens to sweep her away. But as she uncovers the strength of her grandmother and the women who came before her, she realizes she is like the legendary shipwreck: the sands may shift around her, but she has found her home here by the sea."--
Author: Day, Maddie, author. Published: 2023 2021 Call Number: LP F DAY Format: Large print Summary: "When murder turns out to be the special of the day at her friend's seafood restaurant, bicycle shop owner Mackenzie "Mac" Almeida and her fellow book club sleuths have to net a killer...From clam chowdahs to oysters on the half-shell, Tulia Peters' Lobstah Shack offers locals and tourists in Westham, Massachusetts, some of Cape Cod's most amazing cuisine. But when the body of Annette DiCicero is discovered in the kitchen's walk-in freezer--with a custom-made claw-handled lobster pick lodged in her neck--spoiled appetites are the least of Tulia's worries. After a heated public argument with Annette, Tulia is a person of interest in the police's homicide investigation. To clear Tulia's name, Mac and the Cozy Capers Book Group snoop into Annette's personal life. Between her temperamental husband, his shady business partner, and two women tied to Annette's past life as "Miss New Bedford", there are now several suspects and multiple motives. And they're getting crabby about Mac intruding on their affairs..."--
Author: Rushmeyer, Mollie, author. Published: 2023 2022 Call Number: LP F RUSHMEYE Format: Large print Summary: "A collection of lost books holds the clues to her family's legacy...and her future Hope Sparrow has mastered the art of outrunning her tragic past. Never stay anywhere too long. Never allow anyone control over her life again. Coming to Wanishin Falls in search of her family's history already feels too risky. But somewhere in the towering stacks of this dusty old shop are the books that hold Hope's last ties to her late mother--and to a rumored family treasure that could help her start over. Only, the bookshop is in shambles, and the older owner is in the beginning stages of dementia and can't remember where the books lie. To find the last links to the loved ones she lost, Hope must stay and accept help from the townsfolk to locate the treasured volumes. Each secret she uncovers brings her closer to understanding where she came from. But the longer she stays in the quaint town, the more people find their way into the cracks in her heart. And letting them in may be the greatest risk of all"--
Author: Johnson, Kenneth, 1942- author. Published: 2022 2021 Call Number: F JOHNSON Format: Books Summary: Dr. Amy Winslow discovers a secret laboratory containing a sarcophagus, out of which springs a man who claims to be a real-life detective named Holmes, who, becoming uninspired by 1890s crime, devised this method to hibernate for a century to investigate future mysteries. Amy assumes he's a lunatic; it takes her a while to realize his amazing story is true. Holmes and Amy work together to solve a string of murders being committed by an exquisitely fiendish descendant of Holmes' Victorian archenemy, Professor Moriarty.
Author: Stewart, Mariah, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: F STEWART Format: Books Summary: In the decade since Emma Dean's husband died, she's maintained a peaceful and organized life in her hometown of Wyndham Beach, until she finds evidence of her husband's longtime affair. How, Emma wonders, can a man who's been gone for ten years still break her heart? Still reeling from the betrayal, Emma must focus on the group of artists she's invited to take up residence at the art center she founded, one of whom is secretly seeking refuge from her abusive ex. Toss in a charming businessman who's returned to town with eyes for only Emma, and it's becoming a most interesting summer.
Author: Armstrong, Karen, 1944- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 202.12 Format: Books Summary: "Since the beginning of time, humankind has looked upon nature and seen the divine. In the writings of the great thinkers across religions, the natural world inspires everything from fear, to awe, to tranquil contemplation; God, or however one defined the sublime, was present in everything. Yet today, even as we admire a tree or take in a striking landscape, we rarely see nature as sacred. In this short but deeply powerful book, the best-selling historian of religion Karen Armstrong re-sacralizes nature for modern times. Drawing on her vast knowledge of the world's religious traditions, she vividly describes nature's central place in spirituality across the centuries. In bringing this age-old wisdom to life, Armstrong shows modern readers how to rediscover nature's potency and form a connection to something greater than ourselves." --Publisher's website.
Author: Tanaka, Yasuki, author, artist. Allen, Jocelyne, 1974- translator. Published: 2022 Call Number: Y GN TANAKA V.1 Format: Books Summary: Hearing the news of the passing of his childhood friend Ushio, Shinpei returned to his hometown on the remote island of Hitogashima to attend her funeral. Little does he know that it is the beginning of a summer full of mystery and horror! No one is prepared for the time-twisting adventures ahead that defy life and death! --
Author: McCoy, Peter (Mycologist), author, illustrator. Rogers, Robert Dale, 1950- writer of foreword. Published: 2022 Call Number: 579.5 Format: Books Summary: "Discover the glorious world of mushrooms, lichens, and micro fungi, as described by Peter McCoy, one of today's foremost experts in the field. Covering the essential information and skills for identifying, cultivating, and celebrating the uniqueness of fungi, this book enables anyone to quickly and easily engage in the art and science of mycology-the study of fungi. Mycology offers vast opportunities to enhance our lives, support our communities, and heal the environment. This first-of-its-kind introductory text is accessible for anyone just getting started in mycology, as well as for those seeking a fresh perspective on this important science. Learn general mycological facts, essential information and skills for identifying common mushroom types, foraging tips, delicious recipes, a growing guide, mycoremediation (using fungi to treat contaminated areas in our environment), mushroom-based crafts, and so much more!"--
Author: Danta, Ron, author. Robertshaw, Danny, author. Lindner, Lawrence, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 636.0832 Format: Books Summary: From the stars of the Netflix documentary Life in the Doghouse and founders of one of the most recognized rescue organizations in the world, the poignant story of how Danny and Ron found each other during a time they each needed rescuing, and how they transformed their home into a haven for dogs in need. Danny & Ron's Dog Rescue is an organization like no other. Because an abused or neglected dog can only recover and learn to trust again when it is in a loving home, Danny and Ron decided to open their doors. Danny and Ron treat each neglected, abused, and misunderstood animal like a member of the family; the dogs eat organic food from their own bowls and are even allowed to sleep in the bed. In this heartwarming book, Danny and Ron chronicle their journey helping more than 13,000 dogs in need, telling the stories of many furry friends that have come into their lives and of their own "rescue" as they came out together late in life. At any given time, there are upwards of 70 dogs lounging, frolicking, recovering, and cuddling under their own roof. For many of these wonderful canines, their house saved them from death. For Danny and Ron, saving and protecting innocent and defenseless canines and finding them forever homes is their passion and life mission. Forever Home is their story--a message of acceptance, kindness, and, of course, love. It is a reminder that hope and joy can arise from the darkest circumstances, and that we all can make the world a better place for ourselves and our animal friends--it starts at home, with patience, empathy, and an open heart.
Author: Ellor, ZR (Zabé R.), author. Published: 2022 Call Number: Y ELLOR Format: Books Summary: Queer actor Lily Ashton has found fame playing lesbian warrior Morgantha on the hit TV show Galaxy Spark. Lily knows how little representation queer girls have, so when the show-runners reveal that Morgantha's on-screen love interest, Alietta, is going to be killed off, Lily orchestrates an elaborate fake-dating scheme with the standoffish actress who plays her, to generate press and ensure a happy ending for the #Morganetta ship. But while playing a doting girlfriend on-and-off screen, Lily struggles with whether a word like "girl" applies to them all, and whether being their authentic self will undermine all the progress they've worked so hard to achieve.
Author: Hatmaker, Jen, author. Kelley, Mackenzie Smith, photographer. Published: 2022 Call Number: 641.5 HATMAKER Format: Books Summary: "With five children and a close-knit community of family and friends, best-selling author, podcaster, and inspirational speaker Jen Hatmaker has been sharing her love of cooking and food with her fans for years. Now she's compiled all her favorite sure-thing recipes into one personal and highly entertaining cookbook, including chapters like Food for Breakfast (or brunch so you can drink), Food for Your Picky Spouse or Spawn, and Food for When You Have No More Damns to Give. This is real food for real people... Paired with vibrant photography that's as bold and lively as Jen herself, all recipes are sure to please, written for ordinary home cooks, and infused with personal notes, asides, and stories in her candid and irreverent style." --Amazon.
Author: Kuehn, Stephanie, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: Y KUEHN Format: Books Summary: Beatrice Fletcher, great-grandniece of famous mystery writer Jessica Fletcher, is obsessed with the unsolved mysteries and murders of Cabot Cove, Maine, but this time the case becomes personal when her best friend Jackson disappears and she must rely on the help of three students from the elite Broadmoor Academy to find him.
Author: Joseph, Lauren John, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: F JOSEPH Format: Books Summary: "It's four in the morning, and our narrator is walking home from the club when they realize that it's February 29th--the birthday of the man who was something like their first love. Piecing together art, letters and memory, they set about trying to write the story of a doomed affair that first sparked and burned a decade ago. Ten years earlier, and our young narrator and a boy named Thomas James fall into bed with one another over the summer of their graduation. Their ensuing affair, with its violent, animal intensity and its intoxicating and toxic power play will initiate a dance of repulsion and attraction that will cross years, span continents, drag in countless victims - and culminate in terrible betrayal. At Certain Points We Touch is a story of first love and last rites, conjured against a vivid backdrop of London, San Francisco and New York--a riotous, razor-sharp coming-of-age story that marks the arrival of an extraordinary new talent."--Provided by publisher.
Author: Green, Simon James, author. Published: 2022 2020 Call Number: Y GREEN Format: Books Summary: "When their ex-boyfriends get together and start Instagramming a disgustingly perfect summer of love, Jack and Nate decide to concoct a mutual Insta-worthy summer adventure of their own to prove they're just fine and everything's great. Of course, it's hard to have an epic summer road trip when they're stuck in a van with Nate's mid-life crisis-bound parents and his annoying younger sister. And it's been years since Jack and Nate have said more than a few sentences to each other. But their followers don't have to know any of that. How hard could faking the high life be? Posting as @TheHeartBreakBoys, the duo stumbles into one hilarious situation after another--and each discover that maybe the cure for heartbreak has been the boy riding next to him all along"--
Author: Smith, Sasha Peyton, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: Y SMITH Format: Books Summary: "Months after the devastating battle between the Sons of St. Druon and the witches of Haxahaven, Frances has built a quiet, safe life for herself, teaching young witches and tending the garden within the walls of Haxahaven Academy. But one thing nags; her magic has begun to act strangely. When an opportunity to visit Paris arises, Frances jumps at the chance to go, longing for adventure and seeking answers about her own power"-- 1913. Months after the battle between the Sons of Saint Druon and the witches of Haxahaven, Frances has build a quiet life for herself within Haxahaven Academy. Her magic is acting strangely, but when an opportunity to visit Paris arises she jumps at the chance to find answers about her power. Traveling with classmates Maxine and Lena, Francis learns that the spell she used to speak to her dead brother has created a rift in the veil between the living and the dead, and a group of magicians are using the rift for their own gain. To write this wrong, Frances must team up with the person she sword she'd never trust again--and risks her own life in the process. -- adapted from jacket.
Author: LaRocca, Eric, author. Container of (work): Rocca, Eric. Enchantment. Container of (work): Rocca, Eric. You'll find it's like that all over. Published: 2022 Call Number: F LAROCCA Format: Books Summary: "A whirlpool of darkness churns at the heart of a macabre ballet between two lonely young women in an internet chat room in the early 2000s--a darkness that threatens to forever transform them once they finally succumb to their most horrific desires. A couple isolate themselves on a remote island in an attempt to recover from their teenage son's death, when a mysterious young man knocks on their door during a storm... And a man confronts his neighbor when he discovers a strange object in his backyard, only to be drawn into an ever more dangerous game. Three devastating, beatifully written horror stories from one of the genre's most cutting-edge voices"--
Author: Hay Hinsdale, Emily L., author. Harris, Loni, illustrator. Published: 2022 Call Number: 635.965 HINSDALE Format: Books Summary: "Keep your house plants alive and thriving with this illustrated, accessible guide to popular house plants for new and experienced plant-parents alike"-- Your plants speak to you! Once you understand what they're saying, you will be able to help them thrive. Healthy plants are a boon to any environment: they can enliven your peace or mood, and it has been shown that nurturing plants is great for our mental health. But keeping a plant healthy can be a mystery. What does it mean if your plant has brown tips? Rotting roots? Yellow leaves? What Is My Plant Telling Me? answers all these and dozens of other questions about houseplant health. With beautiful illustrations and information on "listening" to the fifty most popular houseplants, this book will help you become a n expert plant whisperer and teach you how to: Choose plants that work best for your space ; Spot the best location in your home for each plant ; Identify classic distress signals and tend to them ; Find exactly the right size pot for replanting ; and more! Whether you're raising a cactus, an orchid, or the popular fiddle-leaf fig, What Is My Plant Telling Me? will enable you to decipher all your plants' messages so that they will grow beautifully in any home. --
Author: Webster, Michael Mehta, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 333.72 Format: Books Summary: "The Rescue Effect shows us the regenerative systems that help nature survive in the face of stressors like climate change, and how we can use this natural resiliency to help reverse it"-- As climate change continues to intensify, the outlook for life on Earth often seems bleak. Yet hope for the future can be found in the "rescue effect," which is nature's innate ability to help organisms persist during hard times. Like a thermostat starting the air conditioning when a room gets too warm, the rescue effect automatically kicks in when organisms are stressed or declining. In The Rescue Effect, Michael Mehta Webster reveals the science behind nature's inherent resilience, through compelling stories of species that are adapting to the changing world--including tigers in the jungles of India, cichlid fish in the great lakes of Africa, and corals in the Caribbean. In some cases, like the mountain pygmy-possum in the snowy mountains of southeast Australia, we risk losing species without intensive help from people. As observers to--and the cause of--species declines, we must choose whether and how to help, while navigating challenging questions about emerging technologies and the ethics of conservation actions. Ultimately, Webster argues that there are good reasons to expect a bright future, because everywhere we look, we can see evidence that nature can rescue many species from extinction; and when nature alone is not up to the task, we can help. Combining rigorous research with gripping storytelling, The Rescue Effect provides the cautious optimism we need to help save life on Earth.
Author: Mora, Lucy, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 635 Format: Books Summary: The Kitchen Garden features fifty-five plant profiles ranging from the everyday to the unique. Each profile is illustrated and has an easy-to-comprehend table detailing the most important information: when to sow and harvest; growing time; space needed between plants; optimal soil pH; whether the plant will tolerate pots and frost; and each plant's companions and dislikes. A planting chart summarizing the most useful information from the plant profiles is also included, along with guidance on the different climate zones and how best to start your kitchen garden. With an emphasis on seasons rather than months, the book is a beautiful and practical gift for a garden enthusiast, whether they live in the northern or southern hemisphere. --
