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At Home Reader November 2010
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The At Home Reader is a bi-monthly newsletter produced by the Library's Outreach Department that features new and popular books, tapes, and other material of interest to readers.
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First Thrills : High-octane Stories from the Hottest Thriller Authors Includes never-before-published stories by “New York Times” best-selling authors such as Lee Child, Stephen Coonts, Jeffery Deaver, Heather Graham, John Lescroart and more. Also available on compact disc 2010 Adult Fiction Book FIRST Other formats available |
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Albom, Mitch, 1958- Have a Little Faith : a True Story This is the story of two men and how caring people can change the lives of others. Albom develops relationships with his rabbi and an inner-city Detroit pastor. These new friendships send him on his own spiritual journey. Albom brought all the different world religions into this book. It was inspiring, easy-to-read and even made me cry sometimes. Reviewed by Ruth S., At Home by Mail customer. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2009 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Chopra, Deepak. The Shadow Effect : Illuminating the Hidden Power of Your True Self These popular spiritual leaders take their readers on an incredibly rewarding journey to wholeness. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Clinch, Jon. Kings of the Earth : a Novel At an upstate New York farm, the three Proctor brothers live a lonely, secluded life. When one dies in his sleep, the other two are suspected of murder. Also available on compact disc 2010 Adult Fiction Book CLINCH Other formats available |
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Corrigan, Kelly, 1967- The Middle Place If you love memoirs, you are in for a treat with this one. Although young wife and mother Corrigan develops breast cancer in her 30s, her memoir is about so much more than her struggle. Corrigan alternates chapters between her childhood and young adulthood with the reality of her illness and life now. She has a special relationship with her outgoing and unfailingly optimistic father Greenie. I hope Corrigan continues to write because she has a true gift. Both funny and tender, “The Middle Place” is an outstanding memoir. Reviewed by Kim B., Ridgedale Library librarian. Available on compact disc 2008 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Coudert, Jo. The Dog Who Healed a Family : and other True Animal Stories That Warm the Heart Touch the Soul This uplifting collection of true animal tales shows ducks, deer and dogs bringing healing and joy to those nearby. Available in regular print only 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book |
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Fishman, Loren. Yoga for Osteoporosis : the Complete Guide A comprehensive, user-friendly and fully illustrated medical yoga program that is designed for the management and prevention of osteoporosis. The Library also has yoga workouts on DVD. Available in regular print only. 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book |
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Fowler, Earlene. State Fair Folk art museum curator and sometimes amateur sleuth Benni Harper is attending the state fair – a place for caramel apples and 4-H calves, and maybe just a little murder. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2010 Adult Fiction Book FOWLER Other formats available |
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Greenlaw, Linda, 1960- Seaworthy : a Swordboat Captain Returns to the Sea Greenlaw returns to swordfishing in this compelling narrative about a person setting her own terms and finding her true self. Also available in large print 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book (Biography) Other formats available |
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Griffin, Lynne Reeves. Sea Escape “Sea Escape” takes a gratifying look at what women face in their everyday lives of doing it all: being a capable mother, accomplished wife and gracious daughter. When family letters from many years before are found, the gripping tale of unearthed family secrets is shared. Also available on compact disc 2010 Adult Fiction Book GRIFFIN Other formats available |
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Gupta, Sanjay, M.D. Cheating Death : the Doctors and Medical Miracles That are Saving Lives Against All Odds In this riveting book, Gupta – neurosurgeon and chief medical correspondent for CNN – chronicles the almost unbelievable science that has made miraculous recoveries possible. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2009 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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Hannah, Kristin. Winter Garden Two sisters discover that their mother lived through the siege of Leningrad during World War II; her story is a heartbreaking tale of love and much loss. A vivid account of this tragic event in Russian history. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2010 Adult Fiction Book HANNAH Other formats available |
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Holl, Shelley N. C. The Minnesota Table : Recipes for Savoring Local Food Throughout the Year This collection of travel stories, recipes and menu ideas follows Minnesota’s growing seasons. Available in regular print only 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book |
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Kieley, Genny Zak. Green Stamps to Hot Pants : Growing Up in the 50s and 60s Do you remember home perms, aprons, Dayton’s at Christmas, gloves,beehive hairdos, 57 Chevys, rock and roll, Power’s department store and so much more? If so, you’ll love this book full of photographs and reminiscences of the 50s and 60s in Minneapolis. I sat with my mom and we had a great time just remembering. I also learned a few things about my mother that I didn’t know before. Reviewed by Jane S., Excelsior Library librarian. Available in regular print only 2009 Adult Nonfiction Book |
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Kwok, Jean Girl in Translation When 11-year-old Kimberly Chang and her mother emigrate from Hong Kong to Brooklyn squalor, she begins a secret double life: exceptional schoolgirl during the day, Chinatown sweatshop worker in the evening. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2010 Adult Fiction Book KWOK Other formats available |
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Lansens, Lori. The Wife's Tale : a Novel Mary Gooch has let her universe shrink to a well-worn path between her refrigerator and the bedroom. When her husband fails to return home, it startles her out of her inertia and she begins a desperate search for him. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2010 Adult Fiction Book LANSENS Other formats available |
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Latifah, Queen. Put On Your Crown : Life-changing Moments On the Path to Queendom Queen Latifah has done it all. She is an Oscar-nominated actress and Grammy winning entertainer. Through everything she has encountered, she has come to love herself, including her flaws. She shares her thoughts on how to become a strong, confident woman. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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McDonough, Jimmy Tammy Wynette : Tragic Country Queen This heartfelt biography tells the story of Wynette who turned a brave smile toward the world and churned out masterful hit songs, though her life resembled the most heartbreaking among them. Also available in large print and on compact disc 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book (Biography) Other formats available |
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Miller, Linda Lael. A Creed Country Christmas In the unforgiving Montana wilderness of 1910, widowed rancher Lincoln Creed is up against more than rustlers and the coming winter storms. He must find a governess for his young daughter – one that won’t set her sights on him. Also available in large print 2009 Adult Romance Book MILLER Other formats available |
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Murphy, Mary McDonagh Scout Atticus and Boo : a Celebration of Fifty Years of To Kill a Mockingbird In celebration of the 50th anniversary of “To Kill a Mockingbird,” this book features interview selections with prominent figures including Oprah Winfrey, Tom Brokaw and Anna Quindlen on how the book has impacted their lives. Also available in large print 2010 Adult Nonfiction Book Other formats available |
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