Paolini, a best-selling author of young adult fantasy novels, has a new book out, “Murtagh.” In it, he returns to the world of “Eragon” and the adventures he began creating as a teenager.
Paolini, a best-selling author of young adult fantasy novels, has a new book out, “Murtagh.” In it, he returns to the world of “Eragon” and the adventures he began creating as a teenager.
In his new book, “The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory,” the journalist Tim Alberta subjects his faith’s embrace of right-wing extremism to critical scrutiny.
In his new book, “The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory,” the journalist Tim Alberta subjects his faith’s embrace of right-wing extremism to critical scrutiny.
They include an espionage caper, the tale of a murderous librarian and a high-stakes adventure that takes place inside the various stomachs of a whale.
They include an espionage caper, the tale of a murderous librarian and a high-stakes adventure that takes place inside the various stomachs of a whale.
In “Most Delicious Poison,” Noah Whiteman explores nature’s fine line between killing and curing.
In “Most Delicious Poison,” Noah Whiteman explores nature’s fine line between killing and curing.
In “Welcome Home, Stranger,” Kate Christensen takes readers inside the best kind of fictional family: a dysfunctional one.
In “Welcome Home, Stranger,” Kate Christensen takes readers inside the best kind of fictional family: a dysfunctional one.
A monthly list featuring the top ten books loved by librarians across the U.S.
Delivered: 12/2/2023 12:00:00 AM
Author: French, Erin (Chef), author. Holtzman, Rachel, author. Franzen, Nicole, photographer.
Published: 2023
Call Number: 641.5974
Format: Books
Summary: "Big Heart, Little Stove is more than a cookbook. Erin French, restaurateur of the beloved 40-seat restaurant in Freedom, Maine, The Lost Kitchen, provides a guide to creating the perfect environment for a comforting, but elegant, meal. With over 75 recipes for dishes ranging from crowd-pleasing appetizer bites like Pecorino Puffs, luscious soups like Golden Tomato and Peach, to showstopping main courses like Pickle-Brined Roast Chicken, and more, this cookbook has all the tricks you need for a seamless family meal or dinner party, with plenty of advice for prepping ahead of time and how best to present your dishes. But what's even better: known for her design sense and eye for detail, French shares some of her 'Signatures'--her easy ways to dress up a table, add in a special treat, or generally wow your guests, with much less effort than you might expect. Full of warmth and spirit, Big Heart, Little Stove will show you how to bring laughter and decadence to your table through the simplest of touches--with just a whole lotta heart"--
Author: Vladeck, Stephen I., author.
Published: 2023
Call Number: 347.7326
Format: Books
Summary: "In The Shadow Docket, University of Texas law professor Steve Vladeck offers a comprehensive analysis of the shadow docket, tracing its emergence in the 1970s in the wake of major court decisions on the death penalty and its recent embrace by a conservative-leaning Court that has expanded it to set policy on everything from election law to abortion to immigration. Yet while Republican appointees have been most enthusiastic in their use of the shadow docket, the docket itself is not partisan, and Vladeck makes the case that Americans of all political stripes have a stake in bringing the Court's decision-making processes back into the light. The Shadow Docket exposes a disturbing institutional crisis that threatens the foundations of our democracy, and calls for sweeping reform"--
Author: Varni, Holly, 1972- author.
Published: 2023
Call Number: LP F VARNI
Format: Large print
Summary: "Cora Matthews returns to Moonberry Lake to settle her mother's affairs and then get on with her life. What she finds is a strangely enticing inheritance, including a dilapidated lodge, a lot of eccentric neighbors, a handsome stranger, and a whole lot of family secrets to unravel"-- "Cora Matthews has long wondered why her mother stopped taking her to visit her grandparents' lodge in the small Northwoods Minnesota town of Moonberry Lake. Now, after burying her mother and breaking off her engagement just two weeks before her wedding, Cora has a chance to find out. Once there, she is stunned to learn that the old lodge is her inheritance--with a surprising condition attached. Maybe some time to regroup on the shores of a beautiful lake is just what Cora needs to figure out what's next for her." --Amazon.com
Author: Rushmeyer, Mollie, author.
Published: 2023
Call Number: LP F RUSHMEYE
Format: Large print
Summary: "In the vein of The Library of Lost and Found by Phaedra Patrick, a priceless manuscript could be one woman's key to finding her missing grandmother--and to her own second chance. It's not just Ellora Lockwood's home that's being emptied as she prepares to sell--her heart seems to be empty too. Since the mysterious disappearance of her beloved Grandma June and separating from her husband, Alex, Ellora has felt adrift. Then comes an invitation from Alex to teach history at a summer program at Alnwick Castle in England. He's even found information about the location of a medieval manuscript that was her grandmother's obsession before she vanished. Warily, Ellora accepts Alex's offer. Surrounded by lush English countryside and captivating history, she pieces together clues about the manuscript's whereabouts--and uncovers new questions. Could someone have been sabotaging her grandmother's work? Anonymous threats lead Ellora to suspect she too may be in danger, but as she and Alex work together, she's finding strength, new purpose and the courage to see this quest through, wherever it may lead.."--
Author: Crenshaw, Kimberlé, author. Monáe, Janelle, writer of foreword. African American Policy Forum, author, issuing body.
Published: 2023
Call Number: 363.232
Format: Books
Summary: "Fill the void. Lift your voice. Say Her Name. Black women, girls, and femmes as young as seven and as old as ninety-three have been killed by the police, though we rarely hear their names or learn their stories. Breonna Taylor, Alberta Spruill, Rekia Boyd, Shantel Davis, Shelly Frey, Kayla Moore, Kyam Livingston, Miriam Carey, Michelle Cusseaux, and Tanisha Anderson are among the many lives that should have been. #SayHerName provides an analytical framework for understanding Black women's susceptibility to police brutality and state-sanctioned violence, and it explains how--through Black feminist storytelling and ritual--we can effectively mobilize various communities and empower them to advocate for racial justice. Centering Black women's experiences in police violence and gender violence discourses sends the powerful message that, in fact, all Black lives matter and that the police cannot kill without consequence. This is a powerful story of Black feminist practice, community-building, enablement, and Black feminist reckoning."--Amazon.com.
Author: Robles, Luis (Chef), author. Ceceña-Robles, Vanessa author.
Published: 2023
Call Number: 641.49
Format: Books
Summary: The more hands-on you are in the kitchen, the better the results and the greater the satisfaction. Butchery puts you directly in touch with the fundamentals of this ancient tradition, allowing you to take complete control of the meat you consume. Whether you want to break primals down into steaks, humanely process your own livestock, or sharpen your knife skills, every page of Butchery is a master class in this class in this timeless craft. Inside you'll find : step-by-step guides to butchering beef, pork, poultry and seafood at home ; helpful photos that instruct and inspire ; over 150 recipes that make the most of your handiwork ; sides stocks, and sauces to amplify flavor, round out your table, and cut down on waste. -- Back cover.
Author: Allen, Jeff, author.
Published: 2023
Call Number: F ALLEN
Format: Books
Summary: "Will Josh embrace the passion of the woman he adored and lost? The images in the attic of his memory dissolve any doubt. Much like the elderly dogs they had rescued over the years, it's now his turn for a miraculous transformation. Set amidst an extraordinary dog sanctuary, he now sees their mission slipping away, much like Maddie, his loving wife. Graced with tender memories, he keeps her spirit alive and their love unending. Josh not only gave her his heart, but continues caring for dogs through Maddie's inspiration." --Amazon.com
Author: Snowe, Jaqueline, author.
Published: 2023
Call Number: F SNOWE
Format: Books
Summary: "Sorority mom Becca Fairfield is used to guys not taking her seriously. She's too blond, too quirky, or Just. Too. Much. So she's ditched dating to focus on her job and a house filled with drama and plenty of tea. Now with the holidays and a major blizzard on her doorstep, Becca has everything she needs to survive the next two weeks on her own. Hot cocoa, plenty of books...and the memory of a steamy kiss with a certain hot, grump-o-saurus next-door neighbor to keep her warm. Only Becca's seriously underestimated this Snowpocalypse. So when the power goes out and Harrison Cooper-football coach, master crank, and the guy who acted mega-awkward after said steamy kiss-offers her shelter, it only makes sense to accept. They'll just be Blizzard Buddies. Hang out, stay safe, and maybe indulge in a little R-rated cuddling. Becca knows that Harrison isn't the dating kind, and what happens during the storm lasts only as long as the storm. But are they keeping warm...or playing with fire?"--
Author: Uoyama, author, artist. Skipper, Nova, translator. Aiko, Kyla, touch-up artist, letterer.
Published: 2023
Call Number: Y PB UOYAMA V.1
Format: Books
Summary: "Love blooms between a tough delinquent boy and a spunky girl with a vision impairment! Morio Kurokawa is the toughest-looking tough guy around. Yukiko Akaza is a self-possessed girl with a vision impairment attending a school for the blind. The whole city fears Morio, but Yukiko sees the real him?he?s a soft sweetheart who?s just searching for his place in the world! Mori the Black Panther has won over a hundred fights. He?s beloved by his goons and feared by the public. But now, he faces his biggest challenge yet when he meets Yukiko?and falls in love at first sight! Can Morio outgrow his delinquent roots and turn over a new leaf for his unexpected love?"--
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