Author: Swann, Stacey, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: F SWANN
Format: Books
Summary: "The Briscoe family is once again the talk of their small town when March returns to East Texas two years after he was caught having an affair with his brother's wife. His mother, June, hardly welcomes him back with open arms, and is no stranger to infidelity herself; she's tired of being the long-suffering wife thanks to her husband's many affairs. Within days of March's arrival, someone is dead, marriages are upended, and even the strongest of allies are divided. In the end, the ties that hold them together might be exactly what drag them all down. The Briscoes must reckon with their choices, their capacity for forgiveness, and the confines of family. An expansive tour de force, Olympus, TX combines the archetypes of Greek and Roman mythology with the psychological complexity of a messy family. After all, at some point, we all wonder: What good is this destructive force we call love?"--
Author: Herbertson, Angie, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 646.4
Format: Books
Summary: "Anyone can learn how to create these thoughtful projects with a purpose, which can be easily made and then gifted or donated to those who need them most! Sewing Face Masks, Scrub Caps, Arm Slings, and More features 14 easy and intentional sewing projects that range in difficulty and are thoughtful, practical, and important. From face masks and scrub caps to a wheelchair caddy, arm sling, fidget blanket, adult bib, lap quilt, tab blankie, and so much more, you'll not only learn how to sew and develop your skills, you'll create handmade items and crucial accessories that make a difference! Author Angie Herbertson is the owner and pattern designer behind A Design by Angie where she makes and sells surgical scrub caps, sewing patterns, and tutorials. Her Etsy shop under the same name also offers vitally important sewing patterns and finished products with thousands of happy customers. Her thoughtful scrub cap sewing patterns offer useful features such as being reversible and having multiple ways to wear them. This helpful guide walks beginners through all the basic sewing skills you'll need. Get started with essential information on materials, tools, techniques, and tips. You'll learn stitching techniques, how to work with a variety of tools and notions--such as elastic, interfacing, bias tape, needles, and thread--patchwork, pleating, reverse appliqué, and more. Clear, step-by-step instructions with coordinating illustrations and helpful tips take you through each project. The included patterns can also be accessed for digital download. Create practical, relevant items that fill an important need, with Sewing Face Masks, Scrub Caps, Arm Slings, and More!" --Amazon.com.
Author: McCarthy, Jesse, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 814.6
Format: Books
Summary: A supremely talented young critic's essays on race and culture, from Toni Morrison to trap, herald the arrival of a major new voice in American letters. Ranging from Ta-Nehisi Coates's case for reparations to Toni Morrison's revolutionary humanism to D'Angelo's simmering blend of R&B and racial justice, Jesse McCarthy's bracing essays investigate with virtuosic intensity the art, music, literature, and political stances that have defined the twenty-first century. Even as our world has suffered through successive upheavals, McCarthy contends, "something was happening in the world of culture: a surging and unprecedented visibility at every level of black art making." Who Will Pay Reparations on My Soul? reckons with this resurgence, arguing for the central role of art and intellectual culture in an age of widening inequality and moral crisis. -- Adapted from Amazon. "This is a very smart and soulful book. Jesse McCarthy is a terrific essayist." --Zadie Smith.
Author: Scott, Rodney (Restaurant owner), author. Elie, Lolis Eric, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 641.76
Format: Books
Summary: The chef and co-owner of Rodney Scott's BBQ in Charleston, South Carolina, shares home-state traditions, tips on building a barbeque pit, and recipes for such dishes as pit-smoked turkey, barbecued spare ribs, smoked chicken wings, and hush puppies. Scott grew up with barbecue in his blood, and now is the chef and co-owner of Rodney Scott's BBQ. As he talks about how hope, hard work and a whole lot of optimism shaped his life, Scott shares recipes for the smokiest, most succulent pulled pork, ribs, and barbecued chicken. -- adapted from page opposite front cover.
Author: Rogers, Adam, 1970- author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 152.14
Format: Books
Summary: "A lively account of our age-old quest for brighter colors, which changed the way we see the world, from the best-selling author of Proof: The Science of Booze"-- From kelly green to millennial pink, our world is graced with a richness of colors. But our human-made colors haven't always matched nature's kaleidoscopic array. To reach those brightest heights required millennia of remarkable innovation and a fascinating exchange of ideas between science and craft that's allowed for the most luminous manifestations of our built and adorned world. In Full Spectrum, Rogers takes us on that globe-trotting journey, tracing an arc from the earliest humans to our digitized, synthesized present and future. We meet our ancestors mashing charcoal in caves, Silk Road merchants competing for the best ceramics, and textile artists cracking the centuries-old mystery of how colors mix, before shooting to the modern era for high-stakes corporate espionage and the digital revolution that's rewriting the rules of color forever.
Author: Simeon, Sheldon, author. Snyder, Garrett, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 641.599
Format: Books
Summary: "The story of Hawaiian cooking, by a two-time Top Chef finalist and Fan Favorite, through 100 recipes that embody the beautiful cross-cultural exchange of the islands. On two seasons of Top Chef, Sheldon Simeon established himself as a leading young, creative chef (he was both a finalist and Fan Favorite on both seasons). The role he is even more proud to fill, though, is as the storyteller of Hawaiian cuisine and the many cultures that have come together there to create it: the native Hawaiian traditions, Japanese influences, Portuguese cooking techniques, and dynamic flavors that are closest to Sheldon's heart"--
Author: Terry, Pamela, 1956- author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: F TERRY
Format: Books
Summary: "In this intimate debut novel, a woman returns to her small Southern hometown in the wake of her mother's sudden death--only to find the past upended by stunning family secrets. Lila Bruce Breedlove never quite felt at home in Wesleyan, Georgia, especially after her father's untimely death when she was a child. Both she and her brother, Henry, fled north after high school, establishing fulfilling lives and relationships of their own, steeped in art and culture. In contrast, their younger sister, Abigail, opted to remain in Georgia to dote on their domineering, larger-than-life mother, Geneva. Yet, despite their years-long independence, Lila and Henry both know they've never quite reckoned with their upbringing. Now, when their elderly mother dies suddenly and strangely in the muscadine arbor behind the family estate, they must travel back to the town that raised them. But as Lila and Henry uncover more about Geneva's death, shocking truths are revealed that upend the Bruces' history as they know it, sending the pair on an extraordinary journey to chase a truth that will dramatically alter the course of their lives. With deep compassion and sharp wit, Pamela Terry brings to life the culture and expectations of a small Southern town that values appearance over authenticity--and where the struggle to live honestly can lead to devastating consequences."--Provided by publisher.
Author: Taylor, Jordyn, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: Y TAYLOR
Format: Books
Summary: "Eva has never felt like she belonged ... not in her own family or with her friends in New York City, and certainly not at a fancy boarding school like Hardwick Preparatory Academy. So, when she is invited to join the Fives, an elite secret society, she jumps at the opportunity to finally be a part of something. But what if the Fives are about more than just having the best parties and receiving special privileges from the school? What if they are also responsible for keeping some of Hardwick's biggest secrets buried? 1962: There is only one reason why Connie would volunteer to be one of the six students to participate in testing Hardwick's nuclear fallout shelter: Craig Allenby. While the thought of nuclear war sends her into a panic, she can't pass up the opportunity to spend four days locked in with the school's golden boy. However, Connie and the other students quickly discover that there is more to this 'test' than they previously thought. As they are forced to follow an escalating series of commands, Connie realizes that one wrong move could have dangerous consequences. Separated by sixty years, Eva and Connie's stories become inextricably intertwined as Eva unravels the mystery of how six students went into the fallout shelter all those years ago ... but only five came out"--
Author: Apgar, Dawn, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 361.3
Format: Books
Summary: Updated to reflect ASWB's revised 2018 test blueprint used for test construction. If you're studying for the ASWB exam, this comprehensive guide and practice test set is a must-have. This updated LMSW exam prep guide helps readers identify their weak areas, so they can pass the ASWB masters exam on the first attempt! Provides a thorough review of the four core areas of the updated exam: human development, diversity and behavior in the environment; assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning; psychotherapy, clinical interventions and case management; and professional values and ethics. LMSW study guide includes tips to foster exam confidence--how to read questions, overcome test anxiety, avoid common pitfalls and assess learning styles. A self-assessment to identify areas of strength/weakness. A full 170 question ASWB practice test mirroring the actual clinical exam in length, structure and content with detailed explanations of answers. Test-taking tips/strategies for each question with detailed rationale to help readers identify gaps in knowledge and errors in problem solving so they can pass the LMSW exam the first time. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities statements (KSAs) are identified for each question so test takers can easily locate relevant source materials for further study. An evaluation of results helps readers identify content areas/competencies that need further study.
Author: Turshen, Julia, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 641.3
Format: Books
Summary: "From cookbook author Julia Turshen comes a new collection of simple yet inspired recipes, in her most personal and visually arresting book to date."-- As a child, Turshen skipped the Easy-Bake Oven and went straight to the real thing. Her approach to food is about so much more than putting dinner on the table: it is about love, community connection, and nourishment of the body and soul. Here she takes on the simple, cozy meals she cooks most often at home and in her volunteer work. She provides options for the kind of flavorful yet unfussy food we all want to make at home. -- adapted from inside front cover
Author: Sales, Nancy Jo, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: B SALES
Format: Books
Summary: "A raw and funny memoir about love and sex in the digital age intertwined with a brilliant and original investigative deep-dive from the New York Times bestselling author of American Girls, Nancy Jo Sales, which explores our epidemic addiction to dating apps and exposes how Big Dating disrupts romance in the modern world"-- At forty-nine, Sales was nursing a broken heart. On the advice of a friend she downloaded Tinder, then a brand-new dating app. What followed was a raucous ride through the world of online dating. She became a leading critic of the online dating industry, reporting and writing articles-- all while she was dating a series of younger men, eventually falling in love with a man less than half her age. Here she is unsparingly honest about her own experience of addiction to dating apps-- and hilarious in her musings about dick pics, sexting, dating FOMO, and more. Does Big Dating really want us to find love, she asks, or just keep on using its apps? -- adapted from jacket
Author: Howell, Dan, 1991- author. Dey St., publisher.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 158
Format: Books
Summary: The author shares his own struggles with depression and anxiety with self-deprecation and dark humor in this no-nonsense guide. In consultation with a psychologist, he explores how our minds work, why we think and feel the way we do, and what we can do about it. Learn how to manage your thoughts and feelings in tough times; change your everyday habits to be healthier and happier; understand your behavior and how to treat yourself with compassion.
Author: Brown, Matthew, 1994- author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 570.76
Format: Books
Summary: "The Big Fat Notebooks' big step up to high school continues! Announcing Biology, the third in the high school series. With over 5 million copies in print since 2016, and sales escalating every year, the Big Fat Notebooks series is revolutionizing the middle and high school study guide. And Biology continues with the high school STEM concentration, following Chemistry and Geometry, which in turn followed in the footsteps of the middle school series' bestselling titles, Math (TK million copies in print) and Science (with TK million copies in print). Wrapping its arms around a subject that covers everything from life at the molecular level to the entirety of an ecosystem, Biology tackles all the big ideas: biological classification and hierarchy, cell theory, genetics, the human body, evolution, and more. And it does so in that lively, useful, and intuitive way that makes the Big Fat Notebooks so singular and successful: Critical ideas are broken down and clearly explained; doodles illuminate tricky concepts; mnemonics provide memorable shortcuts; and quizzes recap it all. Plus, the author, Matthew Brown, a biomedical engineer and science communicator, has an easy, engaging way of bringing even the most complex scientific concepts to life"--
Author: Lunardi, Joe, author. Smale, David, author. Few, Mark, writer of foreword.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 796.3236
Format: Books
Summary: "Lunardi delves into the early days of Bracketology, details its growth, and dispels the myths of the process. The NCAA Tournament has become one of the most popular sports events in the country, consuming fans for weeks with the run to the Final Four and ultimately the crowning of the champion of college hoops. Each March, millions of Americans fill out their bracket in the hopes of correctly predicting the future.Yet, there is no true Madness without the oft-debated question about what teams should be seeded where--from the Power-5 Blue Blood with some early season stumbles on their resume to the mid-major that rampaged through their less competitive conference season--and the inventor of Bracketology himself, Joe Lunardi, now reveals the mystery and science behind the legend. While going in depth on his ever-evolving predictive formula, Lunardi compares great teams from different eras with intriguing results, talks to the biggest names in college basketball about their perception of Bracketology (both good and bad), and looks ahead to the future of the sport and how Bracketology will help shape the conversation. This fascinating book is a must-read for college hoops fans and anyone who has aspired to win their yearly office pool"--
Author: Collins, Bridget, author.
Published: 2021 2020
Call Number: F COLLINS
Format: Books
Summary: At Montverre, an exclusive academy tucked away in the mountains, the best and brightest are trained for excellence in the grand jeu: an arcane and mysterious contest. Léo Martin was once a student there, but lost his passion for the grand jeu following a violent tragedy. Now he returns in disgrace, exiled to his old place of learning with his political career in tatters. At Montverre, an ancient and elite academy hidden high in the mountains, society's best and brightest are trained for excellence in the grand jeu--the great game--an arcane and mysterious competition that combines music, art, math, poetry, and philosophy. Léo Martin once excelled at Montverre but lost his passion for scholarly pursuits after a violent tragedy. He turned to politics instead and became a rising star in the ruling party, until a small act of conscience cost him his career. Now he has been exiled back to Montverre, his fate uncertain. But this rarified world of learning Léo once loved is not the same place he remembers. Once the exclusive bastion of men, Montverre's most prestigious post is now held by a woman: Claire Dryden, also known as the Magister Ludi, the head of the great game. At first, Léo feels an odd attraction to the magister--a mysterious, eerily familiar connection--though he's sure they've never met before. As the legendary Midsummer Game approaches--the climax of the academy's year--long-buried secrets rise to the surface and centuries-old traditions are shockingly overturned.
Author: Graubart, Cynthia Stevens, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 641.6
Format: Books
Summary: "Blueberries take center stage in creative recipes for coffee cake, salads, pizza, cocktails, and more, plus classics like pie and jam"-- Blueberries are a true superfruit: prized for their sweet and tangy taste as well as their antioxidants and phytonutrients, both of which have powerful health benefits. Whether you've picked pints of fresh berries or have a bag stored in your freezer, Graubart has a recipe that will satisfy every blueberry craving. -- adapted from front flap and Introduction.
Author: Gasaway, John, 1964- author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 796.323
Format: Books
Summary: "In Miracles on the Hardwood, author John Gasaway traces the rise of Catholic college basketball--from its early days (Villanova made an appearance in the Final Four in the first NCAA tournament in 1939) to the dominance of the San Francisco Dons in the 1950s and the ascendance of powerhouses Georgetown, Villanova, and Gonzaga--through their decades-long rivalries and championship games. Featuring interviews with notable coaches, players, alums, and fans--including Loyola Chicago's most famous and dedicated fan, 99-year-old Sister Jean--to get at the heart of what makes these universities excel at this sport. Small in number but devout in the game's spirit, these teams have made the miraculous a matter of ritual, and their greatest works may be yet to come"--
Author: Dalton, Steve, 1976- author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 650.14
Format: Books
Summary: "The author of The 2-Hour Job Search shows you how to land your dream job, from writing the perfect resume and cover letter to nailing any interview and negotiating your offer"--
Author: Hilderbrand, Elin, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: F HILDERBR
Format: Books
Summary: Entering the afterlife due to a hit and run accident, a successful author learns she can observe the earthly lives of her nearly grown children and is also permitted three "nudges" to alter the outcome of events. Vivian Howe, author of thirteen beach novels and mother of three nearly grown children, is killed in a hit-and-run car accident while jogging near her home on Nantucket. In the Beyond, she's assigned to a Person named Martha, who allows Vivi to watch what happens below for one last summer. Vivi also is granted three 'nudges' to change the outcome of events on earth. Daughter Willa is on her third miscarriage; daughter Carson partying until all hours, and son Leo is currently 'off again' with his high-maintenance girlfriend. Vivi watches Ed Kapenash investigate her death, but her greatest worry is her final book, which contains a secret from her own youth that could be disastrous for her reputation. How should Vivi use her nudges-- or should she? --adapted from front jacket flap.
Author: Fox, Margalit, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 940.472
Format: Books
Summary: "Imprisoned in a remote Turkish prison camp during World War I, having survived a two-month forced march and a terrifying shootout in the desert, two British officers, Harry Jones and Cedric Hill, join forces to bamboozle their iron-fisted captors. To stave off despair and boredom, Jones takes a handmade Ouija board and fakes elaborate séances for his fellow prisoners. Word gets around camp, and one day, a Turkish officer approaches Jones with a query: Could Jones contact the spirit world to find a vast treasure rumored to be buried nearby? Jones, a trained lawyer, and Hill, a brilliant magician, use the Ouija board--and their keen understanding of the psychology of deception--to build a trap for the Turkish officers that will ultimately lead them to freedom. The Confidence Men is the story of the only known con game played for a good cause--and of a profound but unlikely friendship. Had it not been for "the Great War," Jones, the Oxford-educated son of a British lord, and Hill, a mechanic from an Australian sheep farm, would never have met. But in pain, loneliness, hunger, and isolation, they formed a powerful emotional and intellectual alliance that saved both of their lives. Margalit Fox brings her "nose for interesting facts, the ability to construct a taut narrative arc, and a Dickens-level gift for concisely conveying personality" (Kathryn Schulz, New York) to this gripping tale of psychological strategy that is rife with cunning, danger, and moments of high farce that rival anything in Catch-22"--
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