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Staff Picks

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Packing for Mars

Maybe Matt Damon should have read this book before his ill-fated trip in the movie "The Martian." A highly entertaining and educational look at life in space based on scientific space simulations.

Kathleen, Cherrydale

2018-08-23T16:54:51+00:00

Kathleen, Cherrydale

cover of "Packing for Mars"
Maybe Matt Damon should have read this book before his ill-fated trip in the movie "The Martian." A highly entertaining and educational look at life in space based on scientific space simulations.
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Sisters First

This heartfelt and nostalgic memoir from two former first daughters offers decades of personal moments of their lives in the public eye and their bond as sisters. It is especially enjoyable on audio.

Alexandra, Business Librarian

2018-08-23T17:06:41+00:00

Alexandra, Business Librarian

cover of "sisters first"
This heartfelt and nostalgic memoir from two former first daughters offers decades of personal moments of their lives in the public eye and their bond as sisters. It is especially enjoyable on audio.
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Truevine

This true and tragic tale intertwines the personal story of two brothers kidnapped from their home with fascinating glimpses into Virginia history, and the history and world of circuses and sideshows.

Sarah D., Materials Management

2018-08-23T17:10:48+00:00

Sarah D., Materials Management

cover of "Truevine"
This true and tragic tale intertwines the personal story of two brothers kidnapped from their home with fascinating glimpses into Virginia history, and the history and world of circuses and sideshows.
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Glacial Period

In this graphic novel set thousands of years in the future, ice covers the earth and human history has been forgotten. When archaeologists discover the Louvre buried beneath the ice, they make absurd assumptions about humanity’s past based on the art they find there.

Tracy, Shirlington Branch Manager

2018-08-23T17:15:28+00:00

Tracy, Shirlington Branch Manager

cover of "glacial period"
In this graphic novel set thousands of years in the future, ice covers the earth and human history has been forgotten. When archaeologists discover the Louvre buried beneath the ice, they make absurd assumptions about humanity’s past based on the art they find there.
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4 Kids Walk Into A Bank

The visually inventive and surprisingly poignant tale of four kids who love Dungeons and Dragons and playing video games, but have to grow up fast when one of their fathers plans a bank robbery. The art style really shows off the things that only graphic novels can do.

Pete, Materials Management Division Chief

2018-08-23T17:20:38+00:00

Pete, Materials Management Division Chief

cover of "4 Kids Walk Into a Bank"
The visually inventive and surprisingly poignant tale of four kids who love Dungeons and Dragons and playing video games, but have to grow up fast when one of their fathers plans a bank robbery. The art style really shows off the things that only graphic novels can do.
cover of "Learning to plan and be organized"

Learning to Plan and Be Organized

You do not have to have a child with ADHD in order to use this book as a resource. It provides lists and steps to support executive functioning skills, which are immensely useful for growing children. It will help them succeed now and in the future!

Connie, Library Technology

2018-08-23T17:29:45+00:00

Connie, Library Technology

cover of "Learning to plan and be organized"
You do not have to have a child with ADHD in order to use this book as a resource. It provides lists and steps to support executive functioning skills, which are immensely useful for growing children. It will help them succeed now and in the future!
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Get Well Soon

Wright takes a deep look at thirteen major diseases and pandemics throughout history with a look at how medical science and political leadership helped or exacerbated the crises. At turns laugh-out-loud funny and deeply disturbing, it's utterly readable and page-turning.

Jennie, Materials Management

2018-08-23T17:32:45+00:00

Jennie, Materials Management

cover of "get well soon"
Wright takes a deep look at thirteen major diseases and pandemics throughout history with a look at how medical science and political leadership helped or exacerbated the crises. At turns laugh-out-loud funny and deeply disturbing, it's utterly readable and page-turning.
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The Camping Trip that Changed America

This is the story of President Theodore Roosevelt and naturalist John Muir’s famous camping trip that started our national parks, one of America's unique and best ideas.

Gale, Branches Division Chief

2018-08-23T17:36:43+00:00

Gale, Branches Division Chief

cover of "The camping trip that changed america"
This is the story of President Theodore Roosevelt and naturalist John Muir’s famous camping trip that started our national parks, one of America's unique and best ideas.
cover of "The Butchering Art"

The Butchering Art

Medical historian Lindsey Fitzharris tells the story of how operating rooms were transformed from infection-laden horror dens into the sterile healing chambers we know today, in this often cringe-inducing and ultimately inspiring account of scientific discovery and advocacy.

Michelle, Programming Librarian

2018-08-23T17:40:19+00:00

Michelle, Programming Librarian

cover of "The Butchering Art"
Medical historian Lindsey Fitzharris tells the story of how operating rooms were transformed from infection-laden horror dens into the sterile healing chambers we know today, in this often cringe-inducing and ultimately inspiring account of scientific discovery and advocacy.
cover of "The Beauty that Remains"

The Beauty That Remains

Three teenagers dealing with heartbreaking losses try to put their lives back together with the help of friends, therapy, and the local indie music scene. Messy, sad, and ultimately life affirming, this book requires a great accompanying soundtrack.

Nico, Youth Services

2018-08-28T16:33:02+00:00

Nico, Youth Services

cover of "The Beauty that Remains"
Three teenagers dealing with heartbreaking losses try to put their lives back together with the help of friends, therapy, and the local indie music scene. Messy, sad, and ultimately life affirming, this book requires a great accompanying soundtrack.

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