Author: Guinness, Os, author. Published: 2020 1973 Call Number: 909.82 Format: Books Summary: "In this milestone work, leading social critic Os Guinness provides a wide-ranging analysis of one of the most pivotal decades in Western history, the 1960s. Examining secular humanism, the technological society, and the counterculture, Guinness argues that Westerners need a Third Way found only in the rediscovery and revival of the historic Christian faith"--
Author: Alley, Kristy Dallas, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: F ALLEY Format: Books Summary: Raised in isolation in a post-apocalyptic world, Ami Miles escapes to seek her long-lost mother after her grandfather, knowing she is one of the few surviving women capable of child-bearing, arranges her marriage to a stranger.
Author: Perry, Thomas, 1947- author. Published: 2020 Call Number: F PERRY Format: Books Summary: "Michael Shaeffer is a retired American businessman, living peacefully in England with his aristocratic wife. But her annual summer party brings strangers to their house, and with them, an attempt on Michael's life. He is immediately thrust into action, luring his lethal pursuers to Australia before venturing into the lion's den-the States-to figure out why the mafia is after him-again-and how to stop them. Eddie's Boy jumps between Michael's current predicament and the past. We glimpse the days before he became the Butcher's Boy, the highly skilled mob hit man who pulled a slaughter job on some double-crossing clients and started a mob war, to his childhood spent apprenticed to Eddie, a seasoned hired assassin. And we watch him pit two prominent mafia families against each other to eliminate his enemies one by one. He's meticulous in his approach, using his senior contact in the Organized Crime Division of the Justice Department for information, but never allowing her to get too close to his trail. But will he be able to escape this new wave of young contract killers, or will the years finally catch up to him? Perry's Edgar Award-winning Butcher's Boy returns in full force in this exhilarating new installment to the beloved series."--Provided by publisher.
Author: Golden, Christopher, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: F GOLDEN Format: Books Summary: "In bestselling author Christopher Golden's supernatural thriller Red Hands, sometimes a story is a warning. Sometimes the warning comes too late When a mysterious and devastating bioweapon causes its victims to develop Red Hands, the touch of death, weird science expert Ben Walker is called to investigate. A car plows through the crowd at a July 4th parade. The driver climbs out, sick and stumbling, reaching out...and everyone he touches drops dead within seconds. Mae Sinclair watches in horror as people she loves begin to die and she knows she must take action. But in the aftermath of this terror, it's Mae Sinclair who possesses that killing touch. Fleeing into the mountains, Mae is struggling with her own grief, confusion, and the dawning realization that she will never be able to touch another human being again. "Weird s**t expert" Ben Walker is surprised to get a call from Alena Boudreau, director of the newly restructured Global Science Research Coalition. There's an upheaval in the organization and she needs to send someone she can trust to Jericho Falls. Whoever finds Mae Sinclair first will unravel the mystery of her death touch, and many are willing to kill her for that secret. Walker's assignment is to get her off the mountain alive. But as Mae searches for a safe hiding place, hunted and growing sicker by the moments, she begins to hear an insidious voice in her head, and the yearning, the need... the hunger to touch another human being continues to grow. When Walker and Mae meet at last, they will unravel a stunning legacy of death and betrayal, and a malignant secret as old as history"--
Author: Reid, Rebecca (Journalist), author. Published: 2020 Call Number: 305.4 Format: Books Summary: "During a TV interview with a comedian, Rebecca Reid found herself unable to get a word in edgewise. So, when she put her finger to her lips and shushed him, she became instantly known on the internet as "Rebecca Rude." It was only then that she realized that being rude could actually be her superpower. A captivating blend of advice and pop culture, Rude will show you how to utilize the power of boldness in every area of your life. Exploring famous women who have been perceived as rude-including Princess Margaret, Anna Wintour, Taylor Swift, Meghan Markle, and others-this book demonstrates how those women used their "rudeness" to get what they want-and deserve-out of life. Reid also addresses whether there are different rules of rudeness for women compared to men (yes, there are) and how being taught not to be rude actually prevents women from being successful-especially because when women are assertive, they are often judged as being aggressive. And while there's a place for politeness, Rebecca argues that it's never a bad time to stand up for yourself to achieve your dreams"--
Author: Broday, Linda, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: PB BRODAY Format: Books Summary: "Accused of crimes he didn't commit, ex-preacher Ridge Steele is forced to give up everything he knew and make his home with outlaws. Desperate for someone to confide in, he strikes up correspondence with mail-order bride Adeline Jancy, finding in her the open heart he's been searching for. Upon her arrival, Ridge discovers Addie only communicates through the written word, but he knows a little of what trauma can do to a person and vows to stand by her side. Addie is eager to start a new life with the kind ex-preacher and the little boy she's stolen away from her father--a zealot priest of a terrorized flock. As her small family settles into life at Hope's Crossing, she even begins to find the voice, and confidence, she'd lost so long ago. But danger is not far behind, and her father will not be denied. While Addie desperately fights the man who destroyed her childhood, a determined Ridge races to the rescue. The star-crossed lovers will need more than prayers to survive this final challenge...and find their way back to each other again."--Provided by publisher.
Author: Hoyt, Elizabeth, 1970- author. Container of (work): Bowen, Kelly (Romance fiction writer). Night of the scoundrel. Published: 2020 Call Number: PB HOYT Format: Books Summary: "Ambitious, sly, and lethally intelligent, Gideon Hawthorne has spent his life clawing his way up from the gutter. For the last ten years, he's acted as the Duke of Windemere's fixer, performing the duke's dirty work without question. Now Gideon's ready to quit the duke's service and work solely for himself. But Windemere tempts Gideon with an irresistible offer: one last task for Messalina Greycourt's hand in marriage. Witty, vivacious Messalina Greycourt has her pick of suitors, so when her uncle demands Messalina marry Mr. Hawthorne, she is appalled. But Gideon offers her a devil's bargain of his own: protection and freedom in exchange for a true marriage. Messalina feigns agreement and plots to escape their deal. Only the more time she spends with Gideon, the more her fierce, loyal husband arouses her affections. But will Gideon's final deed for Windemere destroy the love growing between them?"--
Author: Miller, Sam J., author. Published: 2020 Call Number: F MILLER Format: Books Summary: "From Nebula Award winner Sam J. Miller comes a frightening and uncanny ghost story about a rapidly changing city in upstate New York and the mysterious forces that threaten it". Ronan Szepessy promised himself he'd never return to Hudson. The sleepy upstate town was no place for a restless gay photographer. But his father is ill and New York City's distractions have become too much for him. He hopes that a quick visit will help him recharge. Hudson has a rich, proud history and, it turns out, the real estate developers aren't the only forces threatening its well-being: the spirits undergirding this once-thriving industrial town are enraged. Ronan's hijinks have overlapped with a bubbling up of hate and violence among friends and neighbors, and everything is spiraling out of control. Ronan must summon the very best of himself to shed his own demons and save the city he once loathed. -- adapted from jacket
Author: De Courcy, Anne, author. Published: 2020 2019 Call Number: 944.9 Format: Books Summary: "In this captivating narrative, Chanel's Riviera explores the fascinating world of the Cote d'Azur during a period that saw the deepest extremes of luxury and terror in the twentieth century. The Cote d'Azur in 1938 was a world of wealth, luxury, and extravagance, inhabited by a sparkling cast of characters including the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Joseph P. Kennedy, Gloria Swanson, Colette, the Mitfords, Picasso, Cecil Beaton, and Somerset Maugham. The elite flocked to the Riviera each year to swim, gamble, and escape from the turbulence plaguing the rest of Europe. At the glittering center of it all was Coco Chanel, whose very presence at her magnificently appointed villa, La Pausa, made it the ultimate place to be. Born an orphan, her beauty and formidable intelligence allured many men, but it was her incredible talent, relentless work ethic, and exquisite taste that made her an icon. But this wildly seductive world was poised on the edge of destruction. In a matter of months, the Nazis swooped down and the glamour of the pre-war parties and casinos gave way to the horrors of evacuation and the displacement of thousands of families during World War II. From the bitter struggle to survive emerged powerful stories of tragedy, sacrifice, and heroism. Enriched by original research and de Courcy's signature skill, Chanel's Riviera brings the experiences of both rich and poor, protected and persecuted, to vivid life."--
Author: Tomashoff, Craig, author. Barker, Tess, author. Bloom, Steve, author. Cachapero, Joanna, author. Cunneff, Tom, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: 615.7 Format: Books Summary: Cannabis has never been as widely accepted or appreciated as it is today. Across the country- and around the world- researchers are finding that medical marijuana and CBD may play an important role in healing a wide number of ailments, including cancer, anxiety, sleep disorders, epilepsy, Crohn's, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. This comprehensive guide explores the latest developments about why marijuana and its cousin, hemp, have taken on such a key role. Learn how to find the right dose for your condition, discover the many ways to medicate with minimal side effects and get inspired by tales of healing from moms, veterans, seniors, cancer survivors and many more who have found new hope in an age-old healing herb.
Author: Aimaq, Jasmine, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: F AIMAQ Format: Books Summary: "Born to an American mother and a late Afghan war hero-turned-magnate, Daniel Sajadi has spent his life navigating a complex identity. After years in Los Angeles, he is returning home to Kabul for the first time as the head of a US foreign aid agency dedicated to staunching the growth of the poppy fields in Fever Valley that feed the world's opiate epidemic. But on the drive back to Kabul from an anniversary trip with his wife, Rebecca, Daniel hits and kills a young Kochi girl named Telaya. Nomad tribes are ignored in the eyes of the law, and Daniel is let off with a nominal fine due to a mysterious witness at the scene-a man named Taj Maleki, who turns out to be a prominent opium khan. Wracked with guilt and visions of Telaya, Daniel begins to unravel, running from his rapidly crumbling marriage and threats of blackmail and murder from the man who would do anything to save his poppy fields from eradication. In a powerful literary thriller debut that captures the tumultuous, sometimes violent trajectory of revolution, Jasmine Aimaq draws the often invisible lines between criminal empires and shifting political regimes"--
Author: McManus, Karen M., author. Published: 2020 Call Number: Y MCMANUS Format: Books Summary: After receiving an invitation to spend the summer with their estranged grandmother, the Story cousins arrive at her house only to discover that she is not there, and the longer they stay on the island, the more they realize their mysterious family history has some deadly secrets.
Author: Pang, Camilla, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: 306 Format: Books Summary: "An instruction manual for life, love, and relationships by a brilliant young scientist whose Asperger's syndrome allows her--and us--to see ourselves in a different way...and to be better at being human Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the age of eight, Camilla Pang struggled to understand the world around her. Desperate for a solution, she asked her mother if there was an instruction manual for humans that she could consult. With no blueprint to life, Pang began to create her own, using the language she understands best: science. That lifelong project eventually resulted in An Outsider's Guide to Humans, an original and incisive exploration of human nature and the strangeness of social norms, written from the outside looking in--which is helpful to even the most neurotypical thinker. Camilla Pang uses a set of scientific principles to examine life's everyday interactions: How machine learning can help us sift through data and make more rational decisions. How proteins form strong bonds, and what they teach us about embracing individual differences to form diverse groups Why understanding thermodynamics is the key to seeking balance over seeking perfection. How prisms refracting light can keep us from getting overwhelmed by our fears and anxieties, breaking them into manageable and separate "wavelengths". Pang's unique perspective of the world tells us so much about ourselves--who we are and why we do the things we do--and is a fascinating guide to living a happier and more connected life"--
Author: Cancler, Carole, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: 641.4 Format: Books Summary: The Complete Dehydrator Cookbook: the definitive guide to deliciously easy meals From sun-dried produce in ancient Egypt to salty air-dried fish aboard Viking ships, dehydration is one of the oldest, most versatile methods of preservation-creating foods that are compact, perfect for traveling, and great for a quick snack or backup meal. The Complete Dehydrator Cookbook is your all-in-one guide to easy, affordable home drying, pairing delicious dehydrated foods with easy-to-navigate guidance to get you drying in no time. Whether you're preserving seasonal crops or making protein-packed camping snacks, this dehydrator cookbook takes you through the ins and outs of dehydrating, storing, and rehydrating a wide variety of foods. The Complete Dehydrator Cookbook is also brimming with 125 simple dehydrator recipes for everything from stews and curries to herbal teas and spice blends to ready-to-eat breads, crackers, and cookies. The Complete Dehydrator Cookbook includes: A to Z drying-Explore the essential equipment you'll need, troubleshooting tips, and detailed directions on how to dehydrate more than 75 different kinds of food, including fruits, vegetables, herbs, nuts, yogurt, tofu, meat, pasta, rice, and more. Dehydrated dishes-Enjoy a variety of deliciously healthy recipes in this dehydrator cookbook, including just-add-water instant meals, and snacks like fruit leathers, chips, and jerky. Low temp, big flavors-Raw foodists will find plenty of low-temp, plant-based foods to make, like Mixed Vegetable Bread, Sweet and Salty Dried Almonds, and Double-Chocolate Biscotti. Whether you're on the go or snacking at home, the portable dishes in this dehydrator cookbook will add some deliciousness to your pantry.
Author: Simon, Phil, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: 004.6 Format: Books Summary: "Face-to-face, multi-person meetings no longer need the participants to be in the same room, or even on the same continent. Thanks to Zoom, we can connect one-on-one or in groups from desks, our home office, or even--blissfully--from the comfort of our own couches. This guide shows you how to get the most out of Zoom. Discover how to hold group video calls, install time-saving apps, engage your audience with interactive webinars, dramatically improve the way that you communicate and collaborate with your colleagues, and much more"--Page 4 of cover.
Author: Mazon-Chambers, Kylie, author, photographer. Published: 2020 Call Number: 641.81 Format: Books Summary: "In this collection of 60 recipes, Kylie Mazon-Chambers...showcases all of her worldly food knowledge with fun, easy and delicious appetizer and charcuterie boards."-- Meat and cheese appetizer spreads have always been a staple of the perfect dinner party, but not everyone knows how to lay out a beautiful boards. By including no-prep sides with dips and spreads that can be made in a big batch, and divvied out over multiple platters, Mazon-Chambers makes laying out picturesque boards a quick and easy affair. This collection also reimagines the charcuterie plate by giving each platter a unique cultural or regional twist, making each platter both brag-worthy and a breeze to assemble. -- adapted from back cover and Goodreads info
Author: Strutt, Laura, 1979- author. Published: 2020 2016 Call Number: 746.432 Format: Books Summary: From the first car journey to an outing in a stroller, a knitted blanket will accompany a baby wherever they go. Laura Strutt has designed a teddy bear travel blanket that cleverly folds away into a pillow and a hooded wrap for keeping cozy in a sling. For the nursery there is a soft cot cover and a dungaree-style sleeping bag in breathable merino wool--perfect for a peaceful night's rest. For playtime, there's a cotton-backed blanket that can double up as a rug to take out and about, and a tiny comforter blanket guaranteed to become their closest companion. With beautiful yarns, simple techniques, and stunning designs, there is a blanket here ready for you to make and for the new arrival to treasure for years to come.
Author: Richardson, Sarah, 1971- author. Published: 2020 Call Number: 747 Format: Books Summary: Get inspired by a new compilation of crave-worthy spaces and places curated by HGTV star and award-winning designer Sarah Richardson, following on the bestselling success of Sarah Style and At Home: Sarah Style. Collected by Sarah Richardson is a series of books that contains an ever-changing mood board of soulful design--from interior and exterior spaces, to products, places, and creative people. Filled with striking photos from Sarah and her team, along with top designers from the global scene, each volume is filled with diverse looks and perspectives, ensuring there's something for everyone. In the second volume, Past + Present, Sarah explores the relationship between old and new--from historic houses with sleek, contemporary interiors, to modern houses filled with beloved antiques. "Whether you're tackling a ground-up build or simply looking to make your spaces sing, these pages and the insight from our experts will excite and inform your design adventures," says Sarah. With Collected, Sarah's done all the work for you, pulling together fresh ideas from the world's best sources and making each issue a keepsake well worth collecting.
Author: Corthron, Kara Lee, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: Y CORTHRON Format: Books Summary: In the Jim Crow South, white supremacy reigns and tensions are high. But Evalene Deschamps has other things to worry about. She has two little sisters to look after, an overworked single mother, and a longtime crush who is finally making a move. On top of all that, Evvie's magic abilities are growing stronger by the day. Her family calls it jubilation--a gift passed down from generations of black women since the time of slavery. And as Evvie's talents waken, something dark comes loose and threatens to resurface...AND when the demons of Evvie's past finally shake free, she must embrace her mighty lineage, and summon the power that lies within her.--
Author: Greger, Michael, author. Robertson, Robin (Robin G.), author. Published: 2020 Call Number: 641.563 Format: Books Summary: "From Michael Greger, M.D., FACLM, the author of the New York Times bestseller How Not to Die, comes a four-color, fully illustrated cookbook that shares the science of long-term weight-loss success. Dr. Michael Greger founded the viral website Nutritionfacts.org with the aim to educate the public about what healthy eating looks like and connect them with a community through food-related podcasts, videos, and blogs. Since then, Nutritionfacts.org has grown and so has Dr. Greger's platform. How Not to Diet and the How Not to Diet Cookbook were instant hits, and now he's back with a new book about mindful dieting--how to eat well, lose, and keep unwanted weight off in a healthy, accessible way that's not so much a diet as it is a lifestyle. Greger offers readers delicious yet healthy options that allow them to ditch the idea of "dieting" altogether. As outlined in his book How Not to Diet, Greger believes that identifying the twenty-one weight-loss accelerators in our bodies and incorporating new, cutting-edge medical discoveries are integral in putting an end to the all-consuming activity of counting calories and getting involved in expensive juice cleanses and Weight Watchers schemes. How Not to Diet Cookbook is primed to be a revolutionary new addition to the cookbook industry: incredibly effective and designed for everyone looking to make changes to their dietary habits to improve their quality of life, weight loss notwithstanding"-- Greger offers readers delicious yet healthy options that allow them to ditch the idea of "dieting" altogether. He believes that identifying the twenty-one weight-loss accelerators in our bodies and incorporating new, cutting-edge medical discoveries are integral in putting an end to the all-consuming activity of counting calories. -- adapted from publisher info
