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You: a Novel

A creepy and engaging thriller about a charming bookseller who just happens to also be an obsessive stalker. The story is told from second-person perspective - the audiobook narration by Santino Fontana is especially fantastic, and I couldn't stop listening.

Katelyn A., Maker Librarian

2018-04-03T12:36:55+00:00

Katelyn A., Maker Librarian

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A creepy and engaging thriller about a charming bookseller who just happens to also be an obsessive stalker. The story is told from second-person perspective - the audiobook narration by Santino Fontana is especially fantastic, and I couldn't stop listening.
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Happy Houseplants

Great for a novice or experienced gardener, this adorable small book is bright with detailed illustrations, and helpful information on different plant breeds. Anyone reading this book will take away great gardening tips.

Janelle O., Shirlington Branch Library

2018-04-03T12:46:37+00:00

Janelle O., Shirlington Branch Library

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Great for a novice or experienced gardener, this adorable small book is bright with detailed illustrations, and helpful information on different plant breeds. Anyone reading this book will take away great gardening tips.
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Green Room

When a punk band takes a sketchy gig in middle-of-nowhere Oregon, it turns out the club they are playing is run by Neo-Nazis. And when the band members witness a crime, the Neo-Nazis don’t want to let them go. Totally thrilling and totally gory.

Michelle M., Materials Management

2018-04-03T12:50:19+00:00

Michelle M., Materials Management

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When a punk band takes a sketchy gig in middle-of-nowhere Oregon, it turns out the club they are playing is run by Neo-Nazis. And when the band members witness a crime, the Neo-Nazis don’t want to let them go. Totally thrilling and totally gory.
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Something Like Normal

Travis is home from a tour in Afghanistan, trying to put on a happy face for his mom, even though inside he's a mess. But when he meets Harper, she sees right through his mask. A messy love story between two older-than-they-should-be young people.

Nico, Central Library Young Adult Librarian

2018-04-03T13:02:05+00:00

Nico, Central Library Young Adult Librarian

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Travis is home from a tour in Afghanistan, trying to put on a happy face for his mom, even though inside he's a mess. But when he meets Harper, she sees right through his mask. A messy love story between two older-than-they-should-be young people.
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A Mother’s Reckoning

In this heart-wrenching memoir, the mother of one of the Columbine shooters evaluates her son’s role in the tragedy, and how it might have been prevented. A well-researched, reasoned, and emotional read, this book will challenge your beliefs and change your perspective.

Tracy, Shirlington Branch Manager

2018-04-03T13:06:59+00:00

Tracy, Shirlington Branch Manager

cover of "a mother's reckoning"
In this heart-wrenching memoir, the mother of one of the Columbine shooters evaluates her son’s role in the tragedy, and how it might have been prevented. A well-researched, reasoned, and emotional read, this book will challenge your beliefs and change your perspective.
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The Index Card

Authors Olen and Pollack use engaging stories to teach the "10 simple rules of the index card" in this step-by-step guide to getting your financial life in order.

Alexandra, Business Librarian

2018-04-03T13:16:43+00:00

Alexandra, Business Librarian

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Authors Olen and Pollack use engaging stories to teach the "10 simple rules of the index card" in this step-by-step guide to getting your financial life in order.
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Death of a Dentist

A dentist with a bad reputation winds up dead, and the whole town has a motive for his murder. This Hamish Macbeth Mystery has plenty of plot twists and a cast of characters - from the dental assistant to a pair of local moonshiners - that will keep you guessing until the very last page.

Arabeth, Center for Local History

2018-04-03T13:33:33+00:00

Arabeth, Center for Local History

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A dentist with a bad reputation winds up dead, and the whole town has a motive for his murder. This Hamish Macbeth Mystery has plenty of plot twists and a cast of characters - from the dental assistant to a pair of local moonshiners - that will keep you guessing until the very last page.
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Fairest: Wide Awake

Life can be hard when every girl on the block is the “Fairest in all the Land.” This spin-off from Fables features the back stories of Fabletown’s many princesses.

Jennie R., Materials Management

2018-04-03T13:37:22+00:00

Jennie R., Materials Management

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Life can be hard when every girl on the block is the “Fairest in all the Land.” This spin-off from Fables features the back stories of Fabletown’s many princesses.
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Some Possible Solutions

What if you could know the date of your own death? What if you woke up one day with the ability to see through people's skin? Helen Phillips explores possibilities like these in this bizarre and fascinating collection of literary and speculative short fiction.

Michelle F., Programming Librarian

2018-04-03T13:41:01+00:00

Michelle F., Programming Librarian

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What if you could know the date of your own death? What if you woke up one day with the ability to see through people's skin? Helen Phillips explores possibilities like these in this bizarre and fascinating collection of literary and speculative short fiction.
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