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Whether you visit the library in-person, virtually, or both -- we would love to see you this February! The library district continues to provide plenty of physical and digital resources. Looking for a book or media item available for you to borrow? Browse the online catalog here. Looking for something you can access on a digital device from home or on the go? Browse our digital resources here. The rest of this newsletter highlights a variety of new books about libraries or librarians, both for children of all ages and for adults.
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All about librarians
by Brianna Kaiser
Celebrate the people who make our communities safe and healthy with these beginner introductions that explore this core curriculum through the signature charm and fun of the Muppets from Sesame Street. Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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This is a story
by John Schu
A children's literacy advocate presents this wonderful story in which readers from everywhere pore over books, each with their own questions, ideas to explore, hopes for the future and imaginations ready to spark, showing the many ways books can foster connection and empower children. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Visiting the library
by Seth Lynch
"The possibilities that lie within the walls of a library are endless! Through books, readers can travel to space, back in time, or choose to learn all they can about kangaroos! They might play with interesting toys, see a music show, or hear a story read. This engaging volume reminds readers of all the library has to offer: computers, the ability to check out books, and the knowledge of the librarian. Full-color photographs closely correlate to the accessible text to aid beginning readers' understanding"
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Go forth and tell : the life of Augusta Baker, librarian and master storyteller
by Breanna J. McDaniel
"This picture book biography chronicles the life of the beloved librarian, storyteller and the first Black coordinator of children's services at all branches of the New York Public Library who championed books, writers and teachers centering around Black stories that were both educational and inspirational. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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Amazing libraries
by Anita Nahta Amin
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the technology behind the world's coolest libraries, covering how they are planned, designed, and constructed by architects and engineers. Crisp, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the architecture of libraries using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Amazing Libraries also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Amazing Libraries is part of Jump!'s Amazing Architecture series"
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The librarianist : a novel
by Patrick deWitt
While volunteering at a senior center, retired librarian Bob Comet, who has lived his life through and for literature, revisits his past—one of war, true love, purpose and pride—amidst a community of strange peers who gather around him.
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Fatal first edition
by Jenn McKinlay
Attending a conference in Chicago, library director Lindsey Norris discovers under her chair a rare, first edition book inscribed to Alfred Hitchcock and tied to a murder, in the 14 novel of the series following The Plot and the Pendulum.
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Two to tango
by Kathleen Fuller
"Librarian Olivia Farnsworth isn't looking for love. Pediatrician Kingston Bedford is more than ready to get married. When the entire town of Maple Falls schemes to get them together, sparks fly"
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The lonely hearts book club
by Lucy Gilmore
"Sloane Parker lives a small, contained life as a librarian in her small, contained town. She never thinks of herself as lonely...but still she looks forward to that time every day when old curmudgeon Arthur McLachlan comes to browse the shelves and cheerfully insult her. Their sparring is such a highlight of Sloane's day that when Arthur doesn't show up one morning, she's instantly concerned. And then another day passes, and another. Anxious, Sloane tracks the old man down only to discover him all but bedridden...and desperately struggling to hide how happy he is to see her. Wanting to bring more cheer into Arthur's gloomy life, Sloane creates an impromptu book club. Slowly, the lonely misfits of their sleepy town begin to find each other, and in their book club, find the joy of unlikely friendship. Because as it turns out, everyone has a special book in their heart--and a reason to get lost (and eventually found) within the pages"
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How can I help you
by Laura Sims
"No one knows Margo's real name. Her colleagues and patrons at a small-town public library only know her middle-aged normalcy, congeniality, and charm. They have no reason to suspect that she is, in fact, a former nurse with a trail of countless premature deaths in her wake. She has turned a new page, so to speak, and the library is her sanctuary, a place to quell old urges. That is, at least, until Patricia, a recent graduate and failed novelist, joins the library staff. Patricia quickly notices Margo'ssubtly sinister edge, and watches her carefully. When a patron's death in the library bathroom gives her a hint of Margo's mysterious past, Patricia can't resist digging deeper--even as this new fixation becomes all-consuming."
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The Adult Winter Reading challenge continues through the end of February! Adults can pick up reading logs with their list of challenges at any physical library location. Once you have completed at least 5 challenges, return the log to the library for an entry into a prize drawing. Complete all 10 challenges for an extra entry.
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