Vivian Gornick Can’t Stop Rereading
In “Unfinished Business: Notes of a Chronic Re-Reader,” the revered memoirist makes an urgent argument for the value of returning to a book you’ve already read.
‘Wuthering Heights’ Reimagined as a 1960s Affair
In “Heathcliff Redux,” the novella at the heart of Lily Tuck’s new collection, an unnamed narrator becomes obsessed with her own Heathcliff.
She Found Carson McCullers’s Love Letters. They Taught Her Something About Herself.
In “My Autobiography of Carson McCullers,” Jenn Shapland describes how studying the novelist, who died in 1967, helped her reckon with her own identity.
Philanderers, Predators and Pickup Artists: A History
In “Seduction,” Clement Knox chronicles the lives of famous enticers through the ages.
Maximizing Social Security
Open to adults. Registration required. Learn how to determine the optimum time for you to file and begin to draw your social security benefits. Includes ways to potentially maximize benefits for you and your spouse.
Furry Buddies
Suggested for ages 6-14. Read a story to therapy dogs, Freedom, Erin & Cody, who love sharing stories with children.
‘The Cactus League,’ by Emily Nemens: An Excerpt
An excerpt from “The Cactus League,” by Emily Nemens
A Winning Baseball Novel by the Editor of The Paris Review
Emily Nemens’s kaleidoscopic debut takes readers on a beyond-the-stadium tour of spring training in Phoenix.
Closed: President's Day
All branches of the Atlantic County Library System will be closed for President's Day.
‘A Woman Like Her: The Story Behind the Honor Killing of a Social Media Star,’ by Sanam Maher: An Excerpt
An excerpt from “A Woman Like Her: The Story Behind the Honor Killing of a Social Media Star,” by Sanam Maher
For February, 3 Romances That Are Short And Candy-Sweet
February means Valentine's Day — and no one feels the pressure to be romantic like characters in romance novels. This month we've got three short and sweet stories with guaranteed happy endings.
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Coincidence Distracts From The Creeps In 'The Other People'
C.J. Tudor's latest follows a man obsessed with proving his young daughter — supposedly killed in an accident — is still alive. It's atmospheric, but slightly shakier than Tudor's past books.
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Probing the Murder of a Pakistani Internet Sensation
“A Woman Like Her,” by Sanam Maher, investigates the killing of a 26-year-old social-media celebrity by her brother, and a culture in which independent, outspoken women are not easily tolerated.
After Living as a Woman for Decades, He Staged His Own Gender Reveal
P. Carl’s memoir takes readers on the most personal journey there is.
The Addams family [DVD]
Author: Tiernan, Greg, film director. Vernon, Conrad, film director, screenwriter, film producer. Lieberman, Matt, 1972- screenwriter. Rivinoja, Erica, screenwriter. Berman, Gail, 1956- film producer.
Published: 2020
Call Number: ADDAMS
Format: Video disc
Summary: The eccentrically macabre family moves to a bland suburb where Wednesday Addams' friendship with the daughter of a hostile and conformist local reality show host exacerbates conflict between the families.
Published: 2020
Call Number: ADDAMS
Format: Video disc
Summary: The eccentrically macabre family moves to a bland suburb where Wednesday Addams' friendship with the daughter of a hostile and conformist local reality show host exacerbates conflict between the families.
The gospel according to André
Author: Novack, Kate, film director, film producer. Braun, Josh, 1961- film producer. Rossi, Andrew, film producer. Talley, André Leon, commentator. Wintour, Anna, 1949- commentator.
Published: 2019 2017
Call Number: B TALLEY
Format: Video disc
Summary: Andre Leon Talley has been a fixture in the world of fashion for so long that it's difficult to imagine a time when he wasn't defining the boundaries of great style. Kate Novack's intimate portrait takes viewers on an emotional journey from Andre's roots growing up in the segregated Jim Crow South to become one of the most influential tastemakers and fashion curators of the times.
Published: 2019 2017
Call Number: B TALLEY
Format: Video disc
Summary: Andre Leon Talley has been a fixture in the world of fashion for so long that it's difficult to imagine a time when he wasn't defining the boundaries of great style. Kate Novack's intimate portrait takes viewers on an emotional journey from Andre's roots growing up in the segregated Jim Crow South to become one of the most influential tastemakers and fashion curators of the times.
A shoe addict's Christmas [DVD]
Author: Robison, Michael, 1955- film director. Garman, Rick, screenwriter. Laing, Phyllis, film producer. Cameron-Bure, Candace, 1976- actor. MacFarlane, Luke, actor.
Published: 2019
Call Number: SHOE
Format: Video disc
Summary: On the downside, overworked, lonely and job-loathing department store HR manager Noelle found herself accidentally locked in on Christmas Eve...but on the upside, she could now try on all the pumps she wanted. However, someone's lurking in the shoe department - her guardian angel - who'll show her an alternative future with the hunky new fireman neighbor.
Published: 2019
Call Number: SHOE
Format: Video disc
Summary: On the downside, overworked, lonely and job-loathing department store HR manager Noelle found herself accidentally locked in on Christmas Eve...but on the upside, she could now try on all the pumps she wanted. However, someone's lurking in the shoe department - her guardian angel - who'll show her an alternative future with the hunky new fireman neighbor.
Time for me to come home for Christmas [DVD]
Author: Based on (expression): Shackleford, Dorothy. Time for me to come home. Based on (expression): Thrasher, Travis. Time for me to come home. Winning, David, 1961- film director. Cooper, Charles, film producer. Bitterman, Shem, screenwriter.
Published: 2019
Call Number: TIME
Format: Video disc
Summary: Both dealing with the recent loss of a parent, Cara Hill and country music star Heath Sawyer become unexpected traveling partners as they make their way to Oklahoma for Christmas. They bond over their respective tragedies, but will the trip take them down a path to a little holiday romance?
Published: 2019
Call Number: TIME
Format: Video disc
Summary: Both dealing with the recent loss of a parent, Cara Hill and country music star Heath Sawyer become unexpected traveling partners as they make their way to Oklahoma for Christmas. They bond over their respective tragedies, but will the trip take them down a path to a little holiday romance?
One-Punch Man
Author: ONE, 1986- author. Murata, Yusuke, 1986- illustrator.
Published: 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016
Call Number: Y GN ONE V.2
Format: Books
Summary: "Every time a promising villain appears, Saitama beats the snot out of 'em with one punch! Can he finally find an opponent who can go toe-to-toe with him and give his life some meaning? Or is he doomed to a life of superpowered boredom?"--
Published: 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016
Call Number: Y GN ONE V.2
Format: Books
Summary: "Every time a promising villain appears, Saitama beats the snot out of 'em with one punch! Can he finally find an opponent who can go toe-to-toe with him and give his life some meaning? Or is he doomed to a life of superpowered boredom?"--
The promised Neverland
Author: Shirai, Kaiu, author. Demizu, Posuka, artist. Yamashita, Satsuki, translator. McMurray, Mark, letterer. Robinson, Julian, designer.
Published: 2020 2019 2018 2017
Call Number: Y GN SHIRAI V.5
Format: Books
Summary: The orphans at Grace Field House lead a comfortable life under the care of "Mom," but Emma and Norman uncover a dark truth that is going to change their lives completely.
Published: 2020 2019 2018 2017
Call Number: Y GN SHIRAI V.5
Format: Books
Summary: The orphans at Grace Field House lead a comfortable life under the care of "Mom," but Emma and Norman uncover a dark truth that is going to change their lives completely.
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