Author: Clayton, Dhonielle, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: Y CLAYTON
Format: Books
Summary: In 1920s New Orleans, eighteen-year-old Zora, banished after an incident in Harlem, struggles with her overbearing family, magical powers, love of jazz, and forbidden romance with a white man. "Zora Broussard arrived in New Orleans with not much more than a bag of clothes, a beautiful voice, and a pair of enchanted red shoes. Running from a tragic accident caused by her magic, Zora wants nothing more than to blend in--and to avoid her overbearing aunt and mean-spirited cousins. Music becomes Zora's only means of escape. Still, she wonders if she should give it all up to remove the powers that make her a target, especially as a Black woman in the South." --front jacket flap
Author: Sampson, Freya, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: LP F SAMPSON
Format: Large print
Summary: "Lonely librarian June Jones has never left the sleepy English village where she grew up. Shy and reclusive, the thirty-year-old would rather spend her time buried in books than venture out into the world. But when her library is threatened with closure, June is forced to emerge from behind the shelves to save the heart of her community and the place that holds the dearest memories of her mother. Joining a band of eccentric yet dedicated locals in a campaign to keep the library, June opens herself up to other people for the first time since her mother died. It just so happens that her old school friend Alex Chen is back in town and willing to lend a helping hand. The kindhearted lawyer's feelings for her are obvious to everyone but June, who won't believe that anyone could ever care for her in that way. To save the place and the books that mean so much to her, June must finally make some changes to her life. For once, she's determined not to go down without a fight. And maybe, in fighting for her cherished library, June can save herself, too"--
Author: Coleman, Ken (Radio talk show host), author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 158.1
Format: Books
Summary: Coleman was stuck in an unfulfilling career until he realized he didn't have to be. Here he draws on what he learned, from his own journey and from coaching others, to help you exit the daily grind and use your talents to start living your dream. -- adapted from jacket "Are you looking for more than a J-O-B? Do you want to find purpose instead of just a paycheck? There's a reason you can't shake the feeling you were meant for more. In his new book, national bestselling author and career expert Ken Coleman lays out the seven stages for discovering and doing the work you were born to do. You'll go from a day job to your dream job by learning how to: 1. Get Clear on the work you were uniquely made to do and why. 2. Get Qualified to do the work you were created for. 3. Get Connected with the right people who can open the doors to your dream. 4. Get Started by overcoming the emotions and mistakes that often hold people back. 5. Get Promoted by developing winning habits and traits. 6. Get Your Dream Job by doing work you love and accomplishing results that matter to you. 7. Give Yourself Away by expanding the dream to leave a legacy. This is your moment. You were born to do work that matters. You are needed, and you were made to contribute. It's time to exit the daily grind, find your passion, and use your talents to start living your dream once and for all"--
Author: Cooke, C. J., 1978- author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: F COOKE
Format: Books
Summary: "Two sisters go missing on a remote Scottish island. Twenty years later, one is found-but she's still the same age as when she disappeared. The secrets of witches have reached across the centuries in this chilling Gothic thriller from the author of the acclaimed The Nesting. When single mother Liv is commissioned to paint a mural in a 100-year-old lighthouse on a remote Scottish island, it's an opportunity to start over with her three daughters-Luna, Sapphire, and Clover. When two of her daughters go missing, she's frantic. She learns that the cave beneath the lighthouse was once a prison for women accused of witchcraft. The locals warn her about wildlings, supernatural beings who mimic human children, created by witches for revenge. Liv is told wildlings are dangerous and must be killed. Twenty-two years later, Luna has been searching for her missing sisters and mother. When she receives a call about her youngest sister, Clover, she's initially ecstatic. Clover is the sister she remembers-except she's still seven years old, the age she was when she vanished. Luna is worried Clover is a wildling. Luna has few memories of her time on the island, but she'll have to return to find the truth of what happened to her family. But she doesn't realize just how much the truth will change her"--
Author: Oke, Janette, 1935- author. Logan, Laurel Oke, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: LP F OKE
Format: Large print
Summary: "So much has been accomplished. Lillian Walsh has stepped out courageously beyond what she'd ever dreamed of being able to achieve. She and her newly rediscovered sister, Grace, have settled three children from England into new Canadian homes and are prepared to place two more just after the New Year, when it happens--another painful disruption. A white lie the sisters used to protect some orphans has resulted in an official complaint and a letter revoking the sisters' permission to manage their little children's home. And unexpectedly, Walter, the young man who has won Lillian's heart, departs for a job in the oil industry without leaving any hope for their future, making her confused and lonely.With more children on their way from England needing caring homes, Lillian and Grace must use every ounce of gumption to keep their mission alive. But when startling information about the past surfaces and a new arrival comes via suspicious circumstances, they'll have to decide what is worth fighting for and what is better left in God's hands"--Provided by publisher.
Author: Stulberg, Brad, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 158.1
Format: Books
Summary: "In The Practice of Groundedness, Brad Stulberg shares a new model for success that defies the "never enough" culture of the twenty-first century. At the heart of this model is groundedness - a mindset that values presence over productivity, accepts that progress is nonlinear, and prioritizes values over short-term gain. Ultimately, groundedness produces a deep, unwavering sense of self from which true success can be found"--
Author: White, Kate (M.D.), author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 618.392 WHITE
Format: Books
Summary: A medical professional who has cared for women having miscarriages for more than twenty years and experienced two miscarriages herself answers questions about miscarriage diagnosis and treatment, and offers guidance for handling grief and the healing process. "More than a quarter of pregnancies end in miscarriage. Experiencing this loss, you may wonder why it happened, what happens next and what it means for your future. You may also feel incredibly alone. For more than 20 years, Dr. Kate has taken care of those navigating the physical and emotional pain of pregnancy loss. After experiencing two miscarriages of her own, she wrote [this book] to offer others the same compassionate conversation she has with her patients." -- Back cover.
Author: Clark, Mary Higgins author. Burke, Alafair author.
Published: 2015
Call Number: F CLARK
Format: Books
Summary: The second novel in the "series following The Cinderella Murder, featuring intrepid television producer Laurie Moran as she investigates the case of a missing bride. Five years ago Amanda Pierce was excitedly preparing to marry her college sweetheart in a lavish ceremony at The Grand Victoria Hotel in Palm Beach. Then, with their guests and families on site, Amanda disappeared. In present-day New York City, Laurie Moran realizes a missing bride is the perfect cold case for her investigative television series, Under Suspicion"--
Author: Hoover, Colleen author.
Published: 2013
Call Number: F HOOVER
Format: Books
Summary: Sky, a senior in high school, meets Dean Holder, a guy with a promiscuous reputation that rivals her own. From their very first encounter, he terrifies and captivates her. Something about him sparks memories of her deeply troubled past, a time she's tried so hard to bury. Though Sky is determined to stay far away from him, his unwavering pursuit and enigmatic smile break down her defenses and the intensity of the bond between them grows. But the mysterious Holder has been keeping secrets of his own, and once they are revealed, Sky is changed forever and her ability to trust may be a casualty of the truth.--From back cover.
Author: Ferguson, Rebecca, 1983- actor. Isaac, Oscar, actor. Spaihts, Jonathan, screenwriter. Villeneuve, Denis, 1967- screenwriter, film director. Roth, Eric, 1945- screenwriter.
Published: 2022
Call Number: SCI-FI DUNE
Format: Video disc
Summary: Paul Atreides, a brilliant, gifted young man born into a destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence, only those who can conquer their fear will survive.
Author: Pollard, Sam, film director. Hedin, Benjamin, film producer, screenwriter. Tomaselli, Laura, screenwriter. Comey, James B., Jr., 1960- on-screen participant. Gage, Beverly, on-screen participant.
Published: 2022 2020
Call Number: 323.1196
Format: Video disc
Summary: Based on newly declassified files, Sam Pollard's resonant film explores the US government's surveillance and harassment of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Author: Connolly, Robert, 1967- film director, screenwriter, film producer. Cripps, Harry, screenwriter. Papandrea, Bruna, 1971- film producer. Bana, Eric, actor, film producer. O'Reilly, Genevieve, 1977- actor.
Published: 2022 2020
Call Number: DRY
Format: Video disc
Summary: For Aaron Falk, going back home is not going to be easy. After all, with the area facing an extreme drought, everyone is in a constant state of alert. It is against this strange backdrop that Falk stumbles into a mystery that is four decades old. Many years ago, a teenage girl died under mysterious circumstances. And the more that Falk investigates this cold case, the more he realizes that it may have something to do with the town's more recent tragedies. Separated by oceans of time, it would appear that these crimes are still connected.
Author: Toro, Benicio del, 1967- film producer. Goyer, David S., film producer. Dale, J. Miles, film producer. Chaisson, Henry, 1992- screenwriter. Antosca, Nick, screenwriter.
Published: 2022 2021
Call Number: ANTLERS
Format: Video disc
Summary: In a remote Oregon town, a middle-school teacher and her sheriff brother become entangled with her enigmatic student, whose dark secrets lead to horrifying encounters with a legendary ancestral creature who came before them.
Author: Green, David Gordon, 1975- film director, screenwriter. Teems, Scott, screenwriter. McBride, Danny, 1976- screenwriter. Akkad, Malek, film producer. Blum, Jason, film producer.
Published: 2022 2021
Call Number: HALLOWEE
Format: Video disc
Summary: The Halloween night when Michael Myers returned isn't over yet. Minutes after Laurie Strode, her daughter Karen and granddaughter Allyson left masked monster Michael Myers caged and burning in Laurie's basement, Laurie is rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, believing she finally killed her lifelong tormentor. But when Michael manages to free himself from Laurie's trap, his ritual bloodbath resumes. As Laurie fights her pain and prepares to defend herself against him, she inspires all of Haddonfield to rise up against their unstoppable monster. The Strode women join a group of other survivors of Michael's first rampage who decide to take matters into their own hands, forming a vigilante mob that sets out to hunt Michael down, once and for all. Evil dies tonight.
Author: Altizer, Rick, film director, film editor. Miller, Mark, film producer, film editor. Smith, Sherman, 1954- onscreen presenter. George, Eddie, 1973- onscreen presenter. Daly, Jim, 1961- onscreen presenter.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 306.874
Format: Video disc
Summary: Everyone has a unique father story. Whether positive or painful, it's always personal and can deeply affect the core of identity and direction of life. This is the first documentary film from the creators of War Room, Overcomer, Fireproof, and Courageous Legacy. Featuring a variety of amazing true stories, this captivating movie takes audiences of all ages on an inspiring and emotionally cinematic journey. Providing a fresh perspective on the roles of fathers in today's society, the film invites viewers to think differently about how they view their earthly father, and how they personally relate to God.
Author: Johnson, Jesse V., 1971- film director. McEwan, Katharine, screenwriter. Ialgashey, Erken, film producer. Bergman, Nina, actor. Bernhardt, Daniel, actor.
Published: 2021
Call Number: HELL
Format: Video disc
Summary: Branded a traitor by her countrymen, French national Marie DuJardin is rescued by American soldiers on one condition: to survive, she must lead them to a cache of gold hunted by the Nazis, the French resistance, and the Americans alike.
Author: Bressack, James Cullen, film director. Emmett, Randall, film producer, screenwriter. Furla, George, film producer. Verdi, Chad A., film producer. Ruiz, Luillo, film producer.
Published: 2021
Call Number: FORTRESS
Format: Video disc
Summary: In this dazzling action cyber-thriller, Robert is a retired CIA agent living at a secret resort in the woods. One day, his estranged son drives to the camp for a visit but he's followed by Robert's old nemesis, Balzary. As the site is besieged by Balzary's attack squad, father and son retreat to a high-tech bunker. But are its steel walls and advanced weapons powerful enough to match Balzary's bloodthirsty plans for revenge?
Author: May, Juliet director. Wainwright, Sally, writer. Reid, Anne actor. Jacobi, Derek, actor. Lancashire, Sarah, actor.
Published: 2018
Call Number: LAST
Format: Video disc
Summary: To Celia's dismay, Caroline takes on a challenging new headship role at a troubled state school and buys a rundown farmhouse nearby. Is there more to this big upheaval than she is letting on and will her move prompt her mother and Alan to finally find a place of their own? Meanwhile Gillian's struggling to adjust to new husband Robbie being around all day since he retired from the police.
Author: Ferguson, Rebecca, 1983- actor. Isaac, Oscar, actor. Spaihts, Jonathan, screenwriter. Villeneuve, Denis, 1967- screenwriter, film director. Roth, Eric, 1945- screenwriter.
Published: 2022
Call Number: SCI-FI DUNE
Format: Video disc
Summary: Paul Atreides, a brilliant, gifted young man born into a destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence, only those who can conquer their fear will survive.
Author: Pollard, Sam, film director. Hedin, Benjamin, film producer, screenwriter. Tomaselli, Laura, screenwriter. Comey, James B., Jr., 1960- on-screen participant. Gage, Beverly, on-screen participant.
Published: 2022 2020
Call Number: 323.1196
Format: Video disc
Summary: Based on newly declassified files, Sam Pollard's resonant film explores the US government's surveillance and harassment of Martin Luther King, Jr.
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