Author: Kelly, Erin, 1976- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: F KELLY Format: Books Summary: Summer, 2021. Nell has come home at her family's insistence to celebrate an anniversary. Fifty years ago, her father wrote The Golden Bones. Part picture book, part treasure hunt, Sir Frank Churcher created a fairy story about Elinore, a murdered woman whose skeleton was scattered all over England. Clues and puzzles in the pages of The Golden Bones led readers to seven sites where jewels were buried - gold and precious stones, each a different part of a skeleton. One by one, the tiny golden bones were dug up until only Elinore's pelvis remained hidden. The book was a sensation. A community of treasure hunters called the Bonehunters formed, in frenzied competition, obsessed to a dangerous degree. People sold their homes to travel to England and search for Elinore. Marriages broke down as the quest consumed people. A man died. The book made Frank a rich man. Stalked by fans who could not tell fantasy from reality, his daughter, Nell, became a recluse. But now the Churchers must be reunited. The book is being reissued along with a new treasure hunt and a documentary crew are charting everything that follows. Nell is appalled, and terrified. During the filming, Frank finally reveals the whereabouts of the missing golden bone. And then all hell breaks loose.
Author: Crosby, Ellen, 1953- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: LP F CROSBY Format: Large print Summary: Vineyard owner Lucie Montgomery's upcoming wedding to winemaker Quinn Santori is threatened by diseased grapevines, a catastrophic storm and the discovery of a dead body. But what especially troubles Lucie is why the victim had secretly arranged to meet Quinn - and whether Lucie's soon-to-be husband knows something he's not telling her.
Author: Day, Maddie, author. Published: 2022 2020 Call Number: LP F DAY Format: Books Summary: "When your mother is an astrologist and your dad is a minister, you learn to keep an open mind. Which is just what Mac loves to do--exercise her mind by puzzling out fictional clues in the mystery novels she reads and discusses with her Cozy Capers Book Group. But now Mac's friend Gin has found herself in a sticky situation. After wealthy genealogist Beverly Ruchart is found dead outside Gin's taffy shop, the candy maker becomes a person of interest. When it's revealed that Beverly was poisoned the night Gin brought a box of taffy to a dinner party at Beverly's house, she's bumped to the top of the suspects list. It's up to Mac and her Cozy Capers crime solvers to unwrap this real-life mystery. But this time they might have bitten off more than they can chew."--
Author: Henry, Julia, 1962- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: LP F HENRY Format: Large print Summary: "With spring's arrival Lilly Jayne and the beautification committee turn their eyes a cleanup of the Goosebush cemetery after they find the plots sorely neglected and inexplicably rearranged. Whitney Dunne-Bradford snapped up custodianship of the graveyard once she inherited Bradford Funeral Homes, but before Lilly can get to the bottom of the tombstone tampering, she stumbles upon Whitney's body at the Jayne family mausoleum. Plenty of folks in town had bones to pick with Whitney, but when the homicide inquiry targets an old friend, Lilly and the Garden Squad must rally to exhume the truth before the real killer buries it forever"--
Author: Snyder, Gary, 1930- author. Shoemaker, Jack, 1946- editor. Hunt, Anthony, 1938- editor. Published: 2022 Call Number: 811.54 Format: Books Summary: "Gary Snyder is one of America's indispensable poets, the "Thoreau of the Beat Generation" and our "laureate of Deep Ecology." Now, for the first time, all of Snyder's poetry is gathered in a single, authoritative Library of America volume. Here are all of Snyder's published books of poetry spanning a career of almost seventy years. Early collections such as Riprap and Cold Mountain Poems, Myths & Texts, and The Back Country reflect his hardscrabble rural upbringing in the Pacific Northwest; his life as a logger, fire-lookout, freighter crewman, carpenter, and trail-blazer; his lifelong interest in Native American oral literatures; and his pioneering studies of Zen Buddhism. In Turtle Island and Axe Handles--the former a winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1975 and the latter the American Book Award in 1984--he explores countercultural alternatives to environmental and spiritual decline and envisioning new forms of harmony with nature. His epic Mountains and Rivers Without End, a poem four decades in the making and regarded by many as his masterwork, is followed by Danger on Peaks, and the intimate, preternaturally candid late lyrics of This Present Moment, which meditate on his life as a father, husband, friend, neighbor, and homesteader in the foothills of California's Sierra Nevada, where he has lived since 1971. The volume concludes with a generous selection, made by Snyder himself, of previously uncollected poems from little magazines and broadsides; translations from East Asian literatures; and drafts and fragments never before published. Also included are explanatory notes, a detailed chronology of Snyder's life, and an essay on textual selection"--
Author: Collier, Nicole D., author. Cloud, Sawyer, illustrator. Published: 2022 Call Number: J COLLIER Format: Books Summary: Always turning to her Wheel of Fortunes, a cardboard circle covered with wisdom she's collected from fortune cookies, for answers and a dose of luck, 12-year-old Maya must find the courage to write her own fortune to answer her deep-down questions.
Author: Mondimore, Francis Mark, 1953- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 616.895 Format: Books Summary: "The author, a psychiatrist, distills everything readers need to know about bipolar disorder. In down-to-earth language, he explains what bipolar disorder is and how readers can live their best life with the help of medications, therapy, the support of family and friends, and medical care. This is a resource for the newly diagnosed or those seeking rapid answers to the most common questions about bipolar disorder"--
Author: Schueman, Tom, author. Zaki, Zainullah, author. Parker, Russell Worth, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 958.1047 SCHUEMAN Format: Books Summary: "In August 2021, just days shy of the twentieth anniversary of 9/11, America ended its twenty-year war in Afghanistan. While the shocking scenes of desperation at the Kabul airport unfolded, United States Marine Major Tom Schueman fought--both behind the scenes and through a public social media campaign--to get his friend and former Afghan interpreter, Zainullah 'Zak' Zaki, out of Afghanistan before he and his family were discovered by the Taliban. When they finally took off from the airport mere days before the U.S. left the country, the yearslong effort to get Zak to America culminated in two simple words from Tom on Instagram: 'Wheels up.' Now, in Always faithful, Tom and Zak tell the full story of the dangerous road they walked together in service to America and how their commitment to each other saved them both"--Dust jacket flap.
Author: Skeie, Tore, 1977- author. McCullough, Alison, translator. Published: 2022 Call Number: 941.01 SKEIE Format: Books Summary: "The first major book on Vikings by a Scandinavian author to be published in English, The Wolf Age reframes the struggle for a North Sea empire and puts readers in the mindset of Vikings, providing new insight into their goals, values, and what they chose to live and die for. Tore Skeie (Norway's Most Important Young Historian) takes readers on a thrilling journey through the bloody shared history of England and Scandinavia, and on across early medieval Europe, from the wild Norwegian fjords to the wealthy cities of Muslim Andalusia. Warfare, plotting, backstabbing and bribery abound as Skeie skillfully weaves sagas and skaldic poetry with breathless dramatization as he entertainingly brings the world of the Vikings and Anglo-Saxons to vivid life. In the eleventh century, the rulers of the lands surrounding the North Sea are all hungry for power. To get power they need soldiers, to get soldiers they need silver, and to get silver there is no better way than war and plunder. This vicious cycle draws all the lands of the north into a brutal struggle for supremacy and survival that will shatter kingdoms and forge an empire..."--
Author: Kurkov, Andre?, author. Dralyuk, Boris, translator. Published: 2022 Call Number: F KURKOV Format: Books Summary: "Little Starhorodivka, a village of three streets, lies in Ukraine's Grey Zone, the no-man's-land between loyalist and separatist forces where only two residents remain: retired safety inspector turned beekeeper Sergey Sergeyvich and Pashka, a rival from his schooldays. With little food and no electricity, under constant threat of bombardment, Sergeyvich's one remaining pleasure is his bees. As spring approaches, he knows he must take them far away from the Grey Zone so they can collect their pollen in peace. This simple mission on their behalf introduces him to combatants and civilians on both sides of the battle lines: loyalists, separatists, Russian occupiers and Crimean Tatars. Wherever he goes, Sergeyich's childlike simplicity and strong moral compass disarm everyone he meets. But could these qualities be manipulated to serve an unworthy cause, spelling disaster for him, his bees and his country? From international bestseller Andrey Kurkov and award-winning translator Boris Dralyuk, Grey bees is a heartening tale of humanity in the midst of war and chaos"--Back cover.
Author: Benjamin, Medea, 1952- author. Davies, Nicolas J. S., author. Vanden Heuvel, Katrina, writer of preface. Published: 2022 Call Number: 947.7086 Format: Books Summary: "Russia's brutal February 2022 invasion of Ukraine has attracted widespread condemnation across the West. Government and media circles present the conflict as a simple dichotomy between an evil empire and an innocent victim. In this concise, accessible, and highly informative primer, Medea Benjamin and Nicolas Davies insist the picture is more complicated. Yes, Russia's aggression was reckless and, ultimately, indefensible. But the West's reneging on promises to halt eastward expansion of NATO in the wake of the collapse of the Soviet Union played a major part in prompting Putin to act. So did the U.S. involvement in the 2014 Ukraine coup and Ukraine's failure to implement the Minsk peace agreements. The result is a conflict that is increasingly difficult to resolve, one that could conceivably escalate into all-out war between the United States and Russia--the world's two leading nuclear powers. Skillfully bringing together the historical record and current analysis, War in Ukraine looks at the events leading up to the conflict, surveys the different parties involved, and weighs the risks of escalation and opportunities for peace. For anyone who wants to get beneath the heavily propagandized media coverage to an understanding of a war with consequences that could prove cataclysmic, reading this timely book will be an urgent necessity." -- [page 1]
Author: Yeager, Corey, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 158.1 Format: Books Summary: "Life is hard. But it gets a whole lot easier when you start to talk it out. Discover your purpose, honor your story, and explore who you want to be. Dr. Corey Yeager offers you 40 questions to help you develop positive mental health strategies for anxious moments while increasing your confidence" --Publisher's website.
Author: Weber, Carl, 1964- author. Published: 2022 2020 Call Number: PB WEBER Format: Books Summary: "Singing sensation Savannah Kirby has won thirteen Grammys and married the man of her dreams, superstar rapper and actor Kyle Kirby. Together they are of one of the most dynamic and powerful couples in entertainment--until Kyle is found murdered and Savannah is arrested for the crime. Things don't look good for the singer when she can't keep her stories straight and her bloody fingerprints are found on the murder weapon. Even with famed attorney Bradley Hudson and his family of lawyers handling her case, it looks like Savannah is headed to jail. However, this isn't Bradley's first rodeo, and he's always got an ace up his sleeve"--
Author: Gersh, Felice, author. Perella, Alexis, contributor. Published: 2021 Call Number: 618.175 Format: Books Summary: "Discover what happens to your body during the three stages of menopause. Understanding the why and how of menopause empowers you to shape your own journey during this important transition. This book is an honest, accurate guide to menopause and how it impacts your body. It's full of information that prepares you for what may lie ahead and helps you handle any health concerns you may have. This menopause book can help you: Know what to expect--Learn about the three stages of menopause, 50 of the most common symptoms, why they occur, and the best ways to support yourself as your body changes; Understand the science--Find research-supported facts and practical advice to help you navigate the ups and downs of perimenopause, early menopause, and late menopause; Find an inclusive approach--Discover concise and practical guidance that gives you the tools to approach menopause in a way that feels right to you and your body. Take control of your menopause journey with help from this practical guide." --
Author: Mack-Jackson, Benjamin, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: 950.54 Format: Books Summary: "Have you ever wondered how World War II was won? This book helps you find the answer as you dive deep into the major battles. From the lead-up to the war through the conquest of Europe all the way to the end in the Pacific Theater and the aftermath, World War II History for Teens will give you an up-close look at the course of the war and teach you how these events helped create the world you live in today"--Back cover.
Author: Montgomery, David R., author. Published: 2021 1958 Call Number: 796.5 Format: Books Summary: "This book is geared toward all ages and gives step-by-step instructions for scores of crafts and outdoor skills cultivated by various Native American peoples over the centuries. In the spirit of 'creativity kits,' this book outlines the history and purpose of the activity and then shows how to replicate the exact process, whether it's tanning leather; making moccasins; creating tools and utensils, musical instruments, and jewelry; or preparing food. Includes more than 200 illustrations by the author"--Back cover.
Author: Murkoff, Heidi Eisenberg, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: 618.242 Format: Books Summary: "Announcing a brand-new edition of the pregnancy food bible. With over 1.4 million copies in print, What to Expect: Eating Well When You're Expecting is the essential companion to What to Expect When You're Expecting. This cover-to-cover update provides a fresh, fun, realistic, and body-positive approach to help moms-to-be navigate healthily and tastily through the nine months of pregnancy-at home, in the office, over the holidays, in restaurants. Thorough chapters are devoted to nutrition, including all the latest facts on superfoods, food trends, food safety, foods to chow down on, foods (and drinks) to limit, and those to cut out altogether. How to eat well when you're too green to come face-to-fork with broccoli, or too bloated to eat at all. How to eat well on a budget. On the run. Whether you're vegan or a red-meat eater, a carb craver or a gluten-free girl, a confirmed fast-food junkie or slow-food foodie. Readers hungry for nutritional facts (which vitamins and minerals the pregnant body needs and where to find them) will get their fill of those, too. Plus, how to put it all together with dozens of practical tips and 175 recipes that are as delicious as they are nutritious, as easy to love as they are easy to make. At the heart of the book are hundreds of pressing questions that every reader has: Do I have to skip my morning latte-or my afternoon energy drinks? I'm too sick to look at a salad, never mind eat one-do I have to? Help! I'm entering my second trimester, and I'm losing weight, not gaining. How do I get enough calcium if I'm lactose intolerant? Written with Heidi Murkoff's trademark warmth, empathy, reassurance, and humor, it is the must-have guide for a new generation of moms-to-be"--
Author: Detraz, Dionne, author. Story, Thomas J., photographer. Published: 2020 Call Number: 641.5631 Format: Books Summary: "No matter what your cancer journey may be, it's essential to make sound dietary choices during this incredibly challenging time. The cancer diet cookbook can help you and your caregivers during treatment and recovery by offering an array of healthy and tasty meal options. Every recipe can be made in either under 30 minutes, or with 5 simple ingredients, or all in one pot. You'll also explore the relationship between cancer and nutrition as well as the crucial roles that compassion and self-care play in the lives of both patients and caregivers. From Easy Lemon Butter Fish to mouthwatering Moroccan-spiced Chicken, this complete cookbook and health guide will give you everything you need to stay strong and eat well during a time of physical and mental stress"--Back cover.
Author: Aceves, Fred, author. Published: 2020 Call Number: Y ACEVES Format: Books Summary: Obsessed with the idea that he is not muscular enough and tired of being bullied, David, age seventeen, begins using steroids, endangering his relationships with family and friends.
Author: K'wan, author. Published: 2020 2019 Call Number: PB KWAN Format: Books Summary: "Bernadette 'Bernie' Hunt prides herself on never settling. At college, she was an outstanding athlete, and after graduating from Ole Miss, she landed a job at one of Atlanta's top marketing firms. She lives by her father's motto: the best of everything, or nothing at all. Bernie excels in life, but love is another story. Being gorgeous, smart and from a well-to-do family, she has no shortage of high society suitors vying for her attention, but when measured against her father, none seem good enough. This changes when she meets Keith Davis, a hot shot lawyer recently hired at her father's firm. Keith is handsome, financially stable, and as skilled in the bedroom as he is in open court, with an infectious personality that draws people, including Bernie, to him. Being new to Atlanta from New Orleans, Keith's past is somewhat of a mystery, but that doesn't stop Bernie from falling head over heels for him. The day Keith gets down on one knee and proposes to Bernie is one of the happiest of her life. She has found a kindred soul who seems to bring everything to the table...including a dark secret. When Keith is unexpectedly summoned back to New Orleans to attend the funeral of a relative killed under questionable circumstances, Bernie insists on being by his side. Their trip to the Big Easy will find the couple in the middle of a murder mystery that Keith has been reluctantly charged to solve. During the investigation into the slaying, secrets will be unearthed about Keith's past that cause Bernie to question everything she thought she knew about the man she's agreed to marry"--back cover.
