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Books in the National Media May 2021
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Fugitive telemetry
by Martha Wells
Assisting Preservation Station security when he discovers a murdered body on the premises, Murderbot reluctantly speaks to humans to help identify the victim and determine what happened. By the Nebula Award-winning author of the Raksura series. Featured on NPR
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Witches steeped in gold
by Ciannon Smart
A tale inspired by Jamaican culture follows the rivalry of two witches who set aside their differences to become unlikely allies against an increasingly violent enemy. A first novel. Featured on The Today Show
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A Lowcountry Bride
by Preslaysa Williams
A talented dress designer leaves New York to care for her father in Charleston, South Carolina and accepts a job at a local wedding gown shop only to find herself falling for the store’s owner. Featured on NPR
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The devil may dance : a novel
by Jake Tapper
In a fast-paced sequel to The Hellfire Club, Charlie and Margaret Marder, political stars in 1960s Washington D.C., arrive in Los Angeles on their latest case, only to be pursued by sinister forces from Hollywood’s stages to the newly founded Church of Scientology. Featured on The Late Show
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The most beautiful girl in Cuba
by Chanel Cleeton
At the end of the 19th century, reporter Grace Harrington and a courier secretly working for Cuban revolutionaries in Havana free “The Most Beautiful Girl in Cuba” who has been unjustly imprisoned — a mission that forces them all to fight for their freedom as war looms on the horizon. Featured on NPR
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Things we lost to the water : a novel
by Eric Nguyen
Leaving Vietnam behind, Huong and her two sons adapt to life in New Orleans in different ways as they search for identity as individuals and as a family until disaster strikes the city, forcing them to find a new way to come together. Featured on NPR
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Version zero
by David Yoon
Fired after questioning what his company does with the data they collect, and then blackballed across Silicon Valley, data whiz Max and his friend Akiko team up with a reclusive tech to get even by rebooting the internet, which has unintended — and disastrous — consequences. Featured on Weekend Edition
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Cheese, wine, and bread : discovering the magic of fermentation in England, Italy, and France
by Katie Quinn
In this part artisanal survey, part travelogue and part cookbook, the YouTube star takes readers on a wonderful tour of France, England and Italy, bringing the stories, art and science behind everyone’s fermented favorites – bread, cheese and wine – to life. Featured on The Today Show
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Crying in H Mart : a memoir
by Michelle Zauner
The Japanese Breakfast indie pop star presents a full-length account of her viral New Yorker essay to share poignant reflections on her experiences of growing up Korean-American, becoming a professional musician and caring for her terminally ill mother. Featured on The Today Show
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Dad, how do I? : practical "dadvice" for everyday tasks and successful living
by Rob Kenney
The host of the popular YouTube channel “Dad, How Do I?” shares his story of overcoming a difficult childhood with the strength of faith and family, and offers inspiration and hope as well as provides 50 practical DYI instructions that are illustrated with helpful line drawings. Featured on Good Morning America
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The pepper Thai cookbook : family recipes from everyone's favorite Thai mom
by Pepper Teigen
In her debut cookbook, the author shares more that 80 fun and flavorful recipes, along with stories about her early days in the U.S., learning how to cook Thai dishes with American ingredients and substitutes and what it’s like to raise and live with a famous daughter. Featured on The Today Show
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Secrets of the whales
by Brian Skerry
"A look at the culture and wisdom of whales through the eyes of noted photographer Brian Skerry" Featured on NPR
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Get good with money : ten simple steps to becoming financially whole
by Tiffany Aliche
A financial expert known as “The Budgetnista” introduces ten short-term steps that can lead to long-term financial security, including best practices for budgeting and saving as well as investing, getting a handle on your credit score and calculating insurance. Featured on The Real
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