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Truly Devious
by Johnson, Maureen, 1973- author.
YOUNG ADULT FICTION Johnson Maureen
When Stevie Bell, an amateur detective, begins her first year at a famous private school in Vermont, she sets a plan to solve the cold case involving the kidnapping of the founder's wife and daughter shortly after the school opened.
Wicked : the life and times of the Wicked Witch of the West
by Maguire, Gregory.
SCIENCE FICTION Maguire, Gregory
The novel is a political, social, and ethical commentary on the nature of good and evil and takes place in the Land of Oz, in the years leading to Dorothy's arrival. The story centers on Elphaba, the misunderstood green-skinned girl who grows up to become the notorious Wicked Witch of the West. Maguire fashioned the name of Elphaba from the initials of Lyman Frank Baum, L-F-B. The story is divided into five different sections, based on the plot location. A prologue presents Elphaba spying on Dorothy and her friends, and hearing their gossip about her. It also shows how Elphaba wants the shoes that Dorothy is wearing.
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Patternreview.com 1,000 clever sewing shortcuts & tips : top-rated favorites from sewing fans and master teachers
by Deepika Prakash
eBOOK
Crafts
"One thousand sewing tips compiled from members of the popular sewing website: www.PatternReview.com plus five classes on specific sewing techniques taught by leading sewing specialists"--Provided by publisher.
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1, 2, 3, sew : build your skills with 33 simple sewing projects
by Ellen Luckett Baker
eBOOK
Crafts
Sewing is as easy as 1-2-3! In this creative teaching book, craft blogger Ellen Luckett Baker offers a wholly unique approach to sewing: she presents projects in groups of three, each building on the techniques used in the project before. Baker shows, for example, how to sew a glasses case, then build on those skills to create a zippered pouch, and from there, make a more advanced cosmetics bag. There are 33 delightful projects in all, ranging from clothing to dcor and accessories. With easy-to-follow instructions, how-to illustrations, and 12 patterns tucked into an enclosed envelope, 1, 2, 3 Sew is an essential resource for beginning and intermediate sewers alike.
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Sewing happiness : a year of simple projects for living well
by Sanae Ishida
eBOOK
Crafts
When Sanae Ishida was diagnosed with a chronic illness and lost her corporate job, she thought her life was over. Suddenly faced with unexpected challenges, she was forced to take stock of her life. What was most important to her? What brought her joy? These reflections led her to rediscover her true passion: sewing.
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Jelly roll quilts in a weekend : 15 quick and easy quilt patterns
by Pam Lintott
Immerse yourself in the sumptuous world of Jelly Rolls with 17 exciting quilting projects. Learn how to turn the pre-cut, 2 ½-inch strips into fabulous quilts, each of which can be made from just one 40-fabric roll. Jelly Roll Quilts features unique advice on making the most of this fresh approach to fabric, as well as tips on adapting the quilts to your existing stashes. Step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams ensure that untying your beautifully rolled fabric will be the first step to quilting heaven!
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Modern macramé : 33 stylish projects for your handmade home
by Emily Katz
eBOOK
Crafts
"Macramé--the fine art of knotting--is an age-old craft that's undergoing a renaissance. At the heart of this resurgence is Emily Katz, a lifestyle icon and artist who teaches sold out macramé workshops around the world and creates swoon-worthy aspirational interiors with her custom hand-knotted pieces. Modern Macramé is a stylish, contemporary guide to the traditional art and craft of macramé, including thirty-three projects for home, from wall hangings and bohemian light fixtures to macramé baskets, rugs, and chairs. The achievable projects, showcased in abundant photography from real homes, will inspire novice and experienced crafters with easy-to-follow layouts. Full of thoughtful design and decor tips, this elevated guidebook-meets-lookbook shows how macramé can provide the perfect finishing touch for the well-designed home."--Page [4] of cover.
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Feminist cross-stitch : 40 bold & fierce patterns
by Stephanie Rohr
746.443 /Rohr
Crafts
Make a statement and smash the patriarchy, one stitch at a time with these 40 feminist-themed cross-stitching patterns!
Good introduction to cross stitch for beginners, with lots of easy patterns. The Rosie The Riveter will give you something to shoot for! -Beth
DIY for dog lovers : 36 paw-some canine crafts
by Kat Roberts
745.5 /Roberts
Crafts
From a cute Pomeranian mug to a bone-shaped welcome mat, this companion to Crafting for Cat Ladies features 36 charming projects for dog lovers and their four-legged friends. There are irresistibly adorable items to decorate your home, accessorize your outfits, entertain guests, and (of course) pamper your pooch. And they're all easy to make, thanks to plenty of step-by-step photos, templates, and beginner-friendly crafting techniques. Bring whimsy to your wardrobe with Dalmatian-print trousers, customize a leash and collar for your cherished pup, design a dachshund shopping bag, create sweet "paw-ty" favors, and so much more! --Publisher
Simple fun dog-ish crafts for all ages (with a little help). -Beth
The silent patient
by Alex Michaelides
FICTION Michaelides, Alex
Suspense
Alicia Berenson's life is seemingly perfect. A famous painter married to an in-demand fashion photographer, she lives in a grand house with big windows overlooking a park in one of London's most desirable areas. One evening her husband Gabriel returns home late from a fashion shoot, and Alicia shoots him five times in the face, and then never speaks another word. Alicia's refusal to talk or give any kind of explanation turns a domestic tragedy into something far grander, a mystery that captures the public imagination and casts Alicia into notoriety. The price of her art skyrockets, and she, the silent patient, is hidden away from the spotlight of the tabloids at the Grove, a secure forensic unit in North London. Theo Faber is a criminal psychotherapist who has waited a long time for the opportunity to work with Alicia. His search for the truth leads him down a terrifying path and threatens to consume him.
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Spaceflight : the complete story, from Sputnik to Curiosity
by Giles Sparrow
629.45 /Sparrow
Science
This compelling story of exploration charts and celebrates humankind in space, from Sputnik's launch in 1957 through the Apollo Moon landings and the International Space Station to future missions to Mars and beyond. Spaceflight chronicles how, in the half-century that followed Sputnik, the world was revolutionized by space travel and exploration. The opening up of Earth's orbit to satellites led to a revolution in communications, monitoring of the environment, and materials science. For the human imagination, the impact has been even greater: the voyages of robotic space probes have transformed our view of the Solar System, while Earth-orbiting satellites and missions to the Moon have forever changed our view of ourselves. This book is a celebration of human ingenuity and imagination. From the work of pioneers like Wernher von Braun, Yuri Gagarin, and Neil Armstrong to the triumphs and tragedies that followed, it reveals the people, science, and technology that have propelled us into the Space Age.
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How to live in space : everything you need to know for the not-so-distant future
by Colin (Science writer) Stuart
629.45 /Stuart
Science
"An amusing and informative illustrated guide to life beyond our own planet that covers everything from training for and living in space to the future of space travel and tourism. Now that suborbital space tourism is predicted to become a billion-dollar industry in the next ten years and NASA has announced its plans for landing humans on Mars in the 2030s, the dream of traveling and living in space is taking on new reality. But given that life on Earth can be complicated enough, how can we survive and thrive in the zero-gravity, absolute-zero far reaches of space? Look no further: How to Live in Space is chock-full of all the essential information you need to equip yourself for life beyond our blue planet. Grounded in space science, planetary biology, and rocket science, this accessible guide propels readers through takeoff, life in orbit, terraforming, and the long-term effects of space on the human body. Infographics and full-color illustrations help How to Live in Space to answer your burning questions, including: How do you sleep in microgravity? How do you grow food without water? Will your muscles waste away out there? How do you protect yourself from radiation? This is a light-hearted yet informative guide to a life far from terra firma"--
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Infinite wonder : an astronaut's photographs from a year in space
by Scott Kelly
629.4092 /Kelly
Science
A collection of photographs taken by Commander Scott Kelly, record-breaking astronaut, national hero, and best-selling author of Endurance. His breathtaking collection of photos documenting his journey on the International Space Station, the vastness of space, and the unparalleled beauty of our own home planet.
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The Smithsonian history of space exploration : from the ancient world to the extraterrestrial future
by Roger D. Launius
629.409 /Launius
Science
The Smithsonian History of Space Exploration is a comprehensive history of international space exploration paired with photographs, illustrations, graphics, and sidebars on key scientific and technological developments, influential figures, and pioneering spacecraft. Former NASA and Smithsonian space curator and historian Roger D. Launius presents human's endeavors to understand the universe, honoring millennia of human curiosity, ingenuity, and achievement.
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Shoot for the moon : the space race and the extraordinary voyage of Apollo 11
by Jim Donovan
629.454 /Donovan
Science
"When the alarm went off forty thousand feet above the moon's surface, both astronauts looked down at me computer to see 1202 flashing on the readout. Neither of them knew what it meant, and time was running out... On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the moon. One of the world's greatest technological achievements--and a triumph of American spirit and ingenuity--the Apollo 11 mission was a mammoth undertaking involving more than 410,000 men and women dedicated to winning the space race against the Soviets. Set amid the tensions of the Cold War and the upheavals of the sixties, and filled with first-person, behind-the-scenes details, [this] is a gripping account of the dangers, the challenges, and the sheer determination that defined not only Apollo 11, but also the Mercury and Gemini missions that came before it. From the shock of Sputnik and the heart-stopping final minutes of John Glenn's Mercury flight to the deadly whirligig of Gemini 8, the doomed Apollo 1 mission, and that perilous landing on the Sea of Tranquility--when the entire world held its breath while Armstrong and Aldrin battled computer alarms, low fuel, and other problems--James Donovan tells the whole story. Both sweeping and intimate, Shoot for the Moon is 'a powerfully written and irresistible celebration' (Booklist, starred review) of one of humankind's most extraordinary feats of exploration."--Dust jacket.
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Apollo's legacy : perspectives on the Moon landings
by Roger D. Launius
629.454 /Launius
Science
In Apollo's Legacy, space historian Roger D. Launius explores the many-faceted stories told about the meaning of the Apollo program and how it forever altered American society. The Apollo missions marked the first time human beings left Earth's orbit and visited another world, and thus they loom large in our collective memory. Many have detailed the exciting events of the Apollo program, but Launius offers unique insight into its legacy as seen through multiple perspectives. He surveys a wide range of viewpoints and narratives, both positive and negative, surrounding the program. These include the argument that Apollo epitomizes American technological--and political--progress; technological and scientific advances garnered from the program; critiques from both sides of the political spectrum about the program's expenses; and even conspiracy theories and denials of the program's very existence. Throughout the book, Launius weaves in stories from important moments in Apollo's history to draw readers into his analysis. Apollo's Legacy is a must-read for space buffs interested in new angles on a beloved cultural moment and those seeking a historic perspective on the Apollo program.
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Apollo to the moon : a history in 50 objects
by Teasel E. Muir-Harmony
629.454 /Muir-Harmony
Science
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of NASA's Apollo missions to the moon, this narrative uses key artifacts from the Smithsonian archives to tell the story of the groundbreaking space exploration program. Bold photographs, fascinating graphics, and engaging stories commemorate NASA's Apollo program to reach the moon. From the lunar rover and an emergency oxygen mask to space food and moon rocks, each article is accompanied by intriguing back stories and profiles of key participants. Throughout, Muir-Harmony tells the story of people who made the journey possible: the heroic astronauts as well as newspeople, NASA scientists, President John F. Kennedy, and many more. -- adapted from publisher's info
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Spacecraft : 100 iconic rockets, shuttles, and satellites that put us into space
by Michael H. Gorn
629.47 /Gorn
Science
Spacecraft takes a long look at humankind's attempts and advances in leaving Earth through incredible illustrations and authoritatively written profiles on Sputnik, the International Space Station, and beyond.
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Gardenlust : a botanical tour of the world's best new gardens
by Christopher Woods
712.6 /Woods
Gardening
A steep hillside oasis in Singapore, a garden distinguished by shape and light in Marrakech, a haunting tree museum in Switzerland—these are just a few of the extraordinary outdoor havens visited in Gardenlust. In this sumptuous global tour of modern gardens, intrepid plant expert Christopher Woods spotlights 50 modern gardens that push boundaries and define natural beauty in significant ways. Featuring both private and public gardens, this journey makes its way from the Americas and Europe to Australia and New Zealand, with stops in Asia, Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula. Along the way, you'll learn about the people, plants, and stories that make these iconic gardens so lust-worthy. As inspiring as it is insightful, Gardenlust will delight your passion for garden inspiration—and the many places it grows.
Any time I travel to new places, gardens pull me in. The 50+ gardens in Garden Lust are a combination of public and private gardens, most of which I'll never be able to see. There is more here than a traditional coffee table picture book. Together the photographs , Although I have added some of the North American gardens to my travel bucket list. It's more than a coffeetable picture book, I only wish this book had been bigger - 414 pages of gardens just made me want more! -Beth
The PW proven winners garden book : simple plans, picture-perfect plants, and expert advice for creating a gorgeous garden
by Ruth Rogers Clausen
635.9 /Clausen
Gardening
Beautifying your home landscape has never been easier! As with cooking, the success of your garden depends on the quality of the ingredients you use. Clausen and Christopher have created "recipes" for success-- and then include suggestions for improvisation so that you can develop them to your own needs and style preferences. -- adapted from introduction
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Mini meadows : grow a little patch of colorful flowers anywhere around your yard
by Mike Lizotte
635.9 /Lizotte
Gardening
The word "meadow" conjures images of wide expanses of land, but a mini meadow -- a kind of informal flower garden started with seed sown directly into the soil -- can be any size; plus, it's fun, easy to grow, and good for the planet. From choosing the right variety of seeds, preparing the soil, sowing evenly, and watering well, author Mike Lizotte guides readers through the process of successfully creating a miniature meadow that suits their climate, soil, and growing goals, whether planting to beautify a hellstrip, halt erosion, fill a boggy spot, or establish a nesting area for bees and butterflies.
I've always wanted to own my own meadow. Using this book as a guide I'm going to turn an abandoned raised bed into my own little flowering meadow. -Beth
Free-motion meandering : a beginners guide to machine quilting
by Angela Walters
746.46 /Walters
Crafts
"Turn the corner to free-motion success with a meandering makeover! Best-selling author Angela Walters shows you that free-motion machine quilting doesn't have to be scary - with a couple designs in your pocket, you can finish almost any quilt on your home machine and enjoy the process. Practice 8 meandering stitches for beginners plus unique modifications for each, with step-by-step visuals and quilted samples. Improve your free-motion quilting, disguise mistakes, and transition between designs with ease."--Publisher's description.
If you've ever wanted to learn how to machine quilt with your home sewing machine, I highly recommend Angela Walters and either her YouTube show The Midnight Quilt Show or this book Free-Motion Meandering. She makes it seem so simple. Meandering is a simple designed that is repeated to fill in an area on a quilt, and once you learn one or two designs you're on your way! -Beth
Truly Devious
by Maureen Johnson
YOUNG ADULT FICTION Johnson Maureen
Fiction, Mystery
When Stevie Bell, an amateur detective, begins her first year at a famous private school in Vermont, she sets a plan to solve the cold case involving the kidnapping of the founder's wife and daughter shortly after the school opened.
Can't wait to see where Maureen Johnson takes the main character Stevie. -Beth
Storm front
by Jim Butcher
SCIENCE FICTION Butcher, Jim
Science Fiction
As a professional wizard, Harry Dresden knows firsthand that the “everyday” world is actually full of strange and magical things—and most of them don’t play well with humans. And those that do enjoy playing with humans far too much. He also knows he’s the best at what he does. Technically, he’s the only at what he does. But even though Harry is the only game in town, business—to put it mildly, stinks. So when the Chicago P.D. bring him in to consult on a double homicide committed with black magic, Harry's seeing dollar signs. But where there's black magic, there's a black mage behind it. And now that mage knows Harry's name...
How did I miss this series when it first came out? Starring Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresdin, the only practicing detective wizard in Chicago, this series started back in 2000, Currently there are 15 books in the series, but it has also been made into graphic novels, a role playing game, and a short lived television series. The audio books, performed by James Marsters (Buffy's Spike) are addicting. You've been warned. -Beth
Visual guide to patchwork & quilting : fabric selection to finishing techniques & beyond.
by
746.46 /Visual
Crafts
"Absorb the knowledge of more than 20 quilt experts in one place! With hundreds of photographs and illustrations to help you plan your quilting projects, this comprehensive guide answers all of your quiltmaking questions. Included in this reference guide: fabric 101; piecing and appliqué by hand and machine; understanding color, value, and quilt design; start-to-finish quilt construction; quilting motifs, tips, and tricks; beyond the basics; plus a handy index. It's a must-have for any quilter!" --Amazon.com.
This book would be great for anyone -from those who are curious about quilting to longtime quilters. StashBooks has combined chapters by 20 well known artists from the who's who of the quilting world to come up with a great book about quilting. Quilt artists like Alex Anderson (alexandersonquilts.com), Angela Walters (quiltingismytherapy.com and The Midnight Quilt Show), Carrie and Harriet Hargrave (quiltersacademy.com) walk you through quilting -starting with what supplies you'll need through a variety different types of quilting - from applique to paper piecing. A really great book for anyone who is or wants to be a quilter. -Beth
Visual guide to Crazy Quilting Design: simple Stitches, Stunning Results
by Sharon Boggon
746.46 /Boggon
Crafts
Tell a unique story with fabric! Embrace crazy quilting with 35 must-know stitches and endless variations, shown in clear, step-by-step photographs for both right- and left-handed stitchers. Learn design fundamentals to guide you in your process, so you can sew thoughtful, visually appealing blocks. Study the theory and process behind this fascinating art - how to choose fabrics, piece stitch-and-flip blocks, and embellish using a variety of materials.
There are no hard and fast rules to follow when making a crazy quilt. You can just start putting things together using your favorite embroidery stitches and see what you get, or you can think things through a bit before you start. Sharon Boggon shows how with a bit of planning, taking into consideration some basics of design and color theory you can create a piece with movement and flow, creating a true piece of art -Beth
IQ
by Joe Ide
FICTION Ide Joe
Fiction, Mystery
"A resident of one of LA's toughest neighborhoods uses his blistering intellect to solve the crimes the LAPD ignores. East Long Beach. The LAPD is barely keeping up with the neighborhood's high crime rate. Murders go unsolved, lost children unrecovered. But someone from the neighborhood has taken it upon himself to help solve the cases the police can't or won't touch. They call him IQ. He's a loner and a high school dropout, his unassuming nature disguising a relentless determination and a fierce intelligence. He charges his clients whatever they can afford, which might be a set of tires or a homemade casserole. To get by, he's forced to take on clients that can pay. This time, it's a rap mogul whose life is in danger. As Isaiah investigates, he encounters a vengeful ex-wife, a crew of notorious cutthroats, a monstrous attack dog, and a hit man who even other hit men say is a lunatic. The deeper Isaiah digs, the more far reaching and dangerous the case becomes"--
This first book in what I hope is a very long series of crime/detective fiction by author Joe Ide. I started with the print copy and was grabbed quickly by the story. However there is a lot of East LA dialect in this book that slowed me down, so I checked out a copy of the e-aduio and I'm so glad I did. Actor Sullivan Jones brought the characters to life in ways my imagination couldn't. After listening to a few chapters the characters are firmly in my brain and I hear their voices when I read the text. Isaiah Quintabe (IQ) is my new favorite private investigator. He sees things other people miss. Things that aren't where they're supposed to be, or shouldn't be where they are, or things that just don't make sense. Author Joe Ide masterfully weaves together two stories - Isaiah's own rough teenage years and the current case he's been hired to solve - to introduce us to a great new character in detective fiction. The second book in the series is "Righteous" and the third "Wrecked" is due out in October 2018. -Beth
Designing with succulents
by Debra Lee Baldwin
635.9525 /Baldwin
This new, completely revised second edition of her bestselling classic is a design compendium that is as practical as it is inspirational. Designing with Succulents shares design and cultivation basics; hundreds of succulent plant recommendations; and profiles of 50 easy-care, drought-tolerant companion plants. Lavishly illustrated with 400 photographs, you will find everything you need to visualize, create, and nurture a thriving, water-smart succulent garden.
Debra Lee Baldwin's 2nd edition of this book is even better than the original - which was pretty great. Encyclopedic information about a variety of succulents with great ideas on how to combine them in your garden or landscape. If you only think of green when you think of succulents, you should look at the photographs in this book. -Beth
The night manager
by
DVD TV Night
The Night Manager is based on John le Carre's novel, ex-British soldier Jonathan Pine (Tom Hiddleston) is recruited by MI-6's Angela Burr (Olivia Colman) to infiltrate the inner circle of an arms trader named Richard Onslow Roper (Hugh Laurie).
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Sherlock. Season one.
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DVD TV Sherlock 1st season
Starring Benedict Cumberbatch & Martin Freeman. A contemporary take on the classic Arthur Conan Doyle stories, Sherlock is a thrilling, funny, fast-paced adventure series set in present-day London. The iconic details from Conan Doyle's original books remain: they live at the same address, have the same names, and, somewhere out there, Moriarty is waiting for them. And so across three thrilling, scary, action-packed, and highly modern adventures, Sherlock and John navigate a maze of cryptic clues and lethal killers to get at the truth.
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Peony : the best varieties for your garden
by David Michener
635.93344 /Michener
Gardening
In The Peony, David Michener and Carol Adelman help spread the joy of gardening with peonies. They share the history of this beloved plant, highlight the different types of peonies available, and profile the best 193 varieties of both. Growing information includes details on climate, soil, light, planting, and water needs. Helpful lists detail the best peony variety for specific needs and a resource listshares the best places to buy peonies and the best public gardens to see them in.
A new book about one of my favorite flowers. Some of the varieties in my yard are over 50 years old. Can't wait to see if they're in this book. -Beth
Wise craft quilts : a guide to turning beloved fabrics into meaningful patchwork
by Blair Stocker
746.46 /Stocker
In Wise Craft Quilts, celebrated quilt designer and crafter Blair Stocker shares ways to use cherished fabrics to make quilts with more meaning. Each of twenty-one quilts featured here gathers a special collection of fabric, outlines a new technique, and spins a story. By using special fabrics as the starting point for each project -- from a wedding dress to baby's first clothes, worn denim, Tyvek race numbers, and more -- the finished quilt is made even more special. Create quilts that have a story to tell and you'll find a whole new level of appreciation for what they represent in your life and the lives of the ones you love.
Another fun recycled-fabric quilt book. This is a step beyond creating a tshirt quilt. -Beth
A charm of goldfinches and other wild gatherings : quirky collective nouns of the animal kingdom
by Matt Sewell
590 /Sewell
Nature
British artist, illustrator and author Matt Sewell's newest book is a wonderfully guide to many of the group names that humans have given to members of the animal kingdom. A Charm of Goldfinches contains more than 50 animal groups, each with Sewell's beautiful watercolor illustrations and a half-page discussion of how the names came to be.
Everyone knows a pride of lions and a pod of dolphins. But what do you call a group of foxes or crocodiles? What animal make up a shiver or a parliament? -Beth
Expelled
by James Patterson
YOUNG ADULT FICTION Patterso James
Young Adult
Expelled over The Photo that was posted to his Twitter account, Will Foster, seventeen, is determined to find out who took the picture and why he and three other students were targeted.
James Patterson's teenage voice strikes again. How did someone hack Will's Twitter account? And why did they post what they did? The school Admin has gone too far and Will is going to prove it. -Beth
Success with succulents : choosing, growing, and caring for cactuses and other succulents
by John Bagnasco
635.9525 /Bagnasco
Gardening
"Succulents and cacti are wildly popular in homes the world over, regardless of climate. Whether you're in the southwestern United States enjoying succulents on the patio, or raising a cactus garden on a windowsill in Minnesota, this book has something for you.Success with Succulents is filled with well-known and unusual species of cactuses and succulents, as well as tips and techniques for caring for these water-sipping species. Color combinations outdoors, growing indoors, ideal soil and soil mixes, watering, fertilizing, grooming, and propagation sections teach all kinds of things about caring for cactuses and succulents. The book also includes more than 100 plant profiles, with details that will help you succeed in gardening prickly and waxy varieties of all kinds."--
Not really an introduction to growing cactus and succulents as much as a home reference guide, this wonderful book can keep you entertained for hours learning about choosing and caring for both indoor and outdoor succulents -Beth
Prick : cacti and succulents : choosing, styling, caring
by Gynelle Leon
635.93356 /Leon
"Cacti and succulents are the plants of the moment. Beautiful, affordable and - if you know how - easy to care for, they're a shortcut to creating brighter, calmer, more relaxing spaces in the home and office. In Prick, cacti and succulent expert Gynelle Leon gives you all the knowledge you need to help your plants thrive - from a plant index showcasing all the weird and wonderful varieties available, to simple advice on how to choose, care for and style your plant for maximum impact"--Back cover.
My second favorite new book on Cacti and Succulents. Well designed and written. I especially like the diagrams in the beginning of the anatomy of both cacti and succulents. The section of Care at the back includes water, feeding and a nice guide to repotting a cacti without hurting yourself, which is great for those new to cacti. -Beth
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About Me
Title: Program Librarian
Where you'll see me in the library: I work at the Information Desk, the Help Desk and in the Digital Media Lab during Drop-in Tech Help. I teach some of the Genealogy workshops and I'll be at most of the Library Events & Programs for adults too, so I'm pretty much everywhere.
What do you like to read? I read all kinds of fiction, and I can be mildly obsessive. When I find a new Fiction author I like I will try to read everything they've written. (Thank goodness for Interlibrary Loan!) I read lots of non fiction too, especially books about my hobbies.
What are your hobbies? I am a crafter - I'm never without a project of some kind going on. I have lots of hobbies too: shade and prairie gardening, quilting, photography, home repair.
Do you have pets? I have a cat who thinks he's a dog and a Coonhound/Boxer mix who thinks she's a rooster and has to be up as soon as the sky starts getting light in the morning. She and I spend most sunrises at the dogpark.
Favorite book memory from childhood: My dad would read to my brother and I every night before bed. We made it through the entire Hardy Boys and Bobsey Twins series, but Nancy Drew I ready by myself - he read too slow!
Surprising Facts: I was born and raised in the desert. I've been up in Hot Air Balloons multiple times. I'm an Iowa State Extension Master Gardener. Half my backyard is a prairie.
Truly Devious is book one of the four part series, including The Vanishing Stair, The Hand on the Wall, and The Box in the Woods. -Beth