Latest Addtions November 10, 2008
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Oh boy! It’s Monday! That means it’s time to see what’s new in The Reading Room. It’s a non-intimidating list, short and sweet, for readers who want something suspenseful. Is that you?
Blind Rage by Terri Persons
Exposed by Alex Kava
Heartless by Alison Gaylin
Enjoy!
—Stacey
In Memorium: Michael Crichton November 7, 2008
Posted by Julie in Non-Fiction.Tags: In Memorium
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Michael Crichton
I am sad to report another literary loss this week. Michael Crichton, author of many popular books and creator/writer of the show ER, passed away on Tuesday at age 66. Whether it was from television, movies or novels, many people were familiar with his work but one area of the arts in which he had an interest that most are probably not aware of was contemporary art. Here’s an article from the LA Times that reveals more.
And for a more in-depth look at his life.
—Julie
The 2008 presidential election is over, and the outcome is historic! November 5, 2008
Posted by Victoria in Non-Fiction.Tags: president
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Barack Obama has become the first African-American to be elected to the United States presidency. Whether or not you were happy about the outcome, this is surely a historic election. It is one that will certainly be remembered for the voter enthusiasm it generated.
People flocked to the polls in record numbers. Some made a point to bring their children to share with them the privilege of voting. It made you excited for the future and proud to be an American.
For those who would like to read more about the new president-elect and his plans for the next four years, here are a few titles in our collection.
Change We Can Believe In: Barack Obama’s Plan to Renew America by Barack Obama
Adult Non-Fiction
324.973 C362
Barack Obama: We Are One People by Michael Schuman
Adult Non-Fiction
328.73092 SCH86B
Yes We Can: A Biography of Barack Obama by Garen Eileen Thomas
Children’s Biography
The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream by Barack Obama
Adult Biography
Dreams from My Father: a Story of Race and Inheritance by Barack Obama
Adult Biography
Latest Addtions November 3, 2008
Posted by stacey in Fiction.Tags: Latest Additions, The Reading Room
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Yes, today is Monday and we have more new books for you to see and select! But. Even more exciting is the fact that tomorrow is November 4th and it is Election Day. Tomorrow is a day not to be a Democrat or a Republican, it’s a day to be an American. That means: please make sure you get out there and vote. Hurray for democracy! And now may I show you some books you may “elect” to read or not read? (ha ha?)
A Mortal Curiosity by Ann Granger
Her Royal Spyness by Rhys Bowen
My Name is Will by Jess Winfield
Staggerford by Jon Hassler
The English Major by Jim Harrison
The Keepsake by Tess Gerritsen
The Matters at Mansfield, (Or, The Crawford Affair) : A Mr. & Mrs. Darcy Mystery by Carrie Bebris
The September Society: A Mystery by Charles Finch
The Shack: A Novel by William P. Young
Now it’s up to you…
—Stacey
In Memorium: Studs Terkel November 1, 2008
Posted by Julie in Non-Fiction.Tags: In Memorium
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Studs Terkel
Author and historian, Studs Terkel died today at age 96 after a lifetime of documenting the voices of ordinary Americans. Read more in this LA Times article.
And more about his life:
—Julie
