Library Notes for August 1, 2012
The library will be getting new carpeting next. So, that
means we will be closed Monday, August 6, through Friday, August 10. We apologize
for this inconvenience. But we are very excited to be getting new carpet. You
will still be able to check out EBooks from our web page.
“Pam’s Pick” this week is a favorite author of mine. “XO”
by Jeffery Deaver, this is a Kathryn Dance novel. Kathryn has a fan who thinks all her songs
are for him. Despite her rejection he is coming for her.
New Fiction:
“The Conviction” by Robert Dugoni, in this gripping
thriller lawyer David Sloane takes the law into his own hands to save his son.
His son is trapped in a juvenile detention center.
“In One Person” by John Irving, this is a compelling
novel of unfulfilled love. Billy is bisexual who tells his own story about
friends and lovers. It is an unforgettable portrait of a man who is dedicated
to making himself worthwhile.
“What Comes Next” by John Katzenbach, this is a bold new
thriller about what lurks within the depths of society’s most terrifying minds.
Jennifer, whose life is just beginning, is in the hands of a man whose life is
nearing its end.
“A Game of Thrones” by George R. R. Martin, this is the
first book in A Song of Ice and Fire series. The tale of lords and ladies,
soldiers and sorcerers, who come together in a time of grim omens.
“Breaking News” by Fern Michaels, this is book five in
the Godmothers series. Toots has her hands full, with the wedding of her
daughter and caring for her ailing housekeeper. Toots is blindsided by her own
unexpected romance.
“Gideon’s Corpse” by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child,
this is the second book in the Gideon series. Gideon’s crews are tracking the
mysterious terrorist cell from the suburbs of New York to the mountains of New
Mexico. They learn the end may be something much worse than Armageddon.
“Little Night” by Luanne Rice, this story of one woman’s
love for her sister. Clare was trying to protect her sister from an abusive
husband and may end up serving time for it.
“So Pretty it Hurts” by Kate White, this is a Bailey
Weggins mystery. Bailey accepts an invitation from a friend for what she hopes
will be a relaxing weekend. But when one of the other guests is found dead in
her bed Bailey suspects foul play and sets to work.
New Christian Fiction:
“The Wedding Dress” by Rachel Hauck, this is the story of
four women bound together by a beautiful gown. The wedding gown is a century
old and the story will take your breath away.
“Touching the Sky” by Tracie Peterson, this is book two
in the Land of the Lone Star series. Laura is grateful to put the painful years
of war behind her. But the residents of Corpus Christi are still split between
the North and the South.
New Large Print:
“True Sisters” by Sandra Dallas,
“Love, Come to Me” by Lisa Kleypas,
“Big Sky County” by Linda Lael Miller, and
“Beautiful Sacrifice” by Elizabeth Lowell.
New Biography:
“My Happy Days in Hollywood” by Garry Marshall, this is
the story of Garry Marshall who is among the most successful writers, director
and producers in Hollywood. He wrote: “The Odd Couple, Happy Days, Laverne
& Shirley and Mork & Mindy,” plus directed films as well.
New Non-fiction:
“What the (Bleep) Just Happened?” by Monica Crowley, this
book offers a hilarious view of the damage caused by Obama’s extremist agenda.
And it will have you on your feet cheering for America and what has always made
it great.
“Uncommon Manhood” by Tony Dungy, this book is full of
the secrets to what it means to be a man.
“Full Circle” by Gloria Killian and Sandra Kobrin, this
is the true story of a shocking murder that involved Halls Angels, misguided
cops and lies.
“Stashbuster Knits” by Melissa Leapman, this book has the
tips, tricks and 21 beautiful projects for using your favorite leftover yarn.
“The Principles of Knitting” by June H. Hiatt, this book
has it all whether you are a beginner or advanced.
New Audio Books:
“Gideon’s Corpse” by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child,
“Break Down” by Sara Paretsky, and
“The Road to Grace” by Richard Paul Evans.
New CDs:
“Born This Way” by Lady Gaga,
“Scars & Stories” by The Fray, and “
Mylo Xyloto” by Coldplay.
New DVDs:
“Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol,”
“Left Behind Trilogy,” and
“Midnight in Paris.”
New TV Season:
“The Big Bang Theory” first season. (My favorite)
New Computer Classes: We will start the Beginner Computer
Classes again on Monday, August 13 and 20 at 10:00. Call to sign up today
270-522-6301.
Happy Summer Reading!
Pam Metts
Director