The Following Is a Tentative List of New Nonfiction Releases for October 2013
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THE FOLLOWING IS A TENTATIVE LIST OF NEW NONFICTION RELEASES FOR OCTOBER 2013. NOTE: MOST TITLES ON THIS LIST ARE ON ORDER FOR THE LIBRARY AND CAN BE RESERVED, BUT WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL THE RELEASE DATE. COMPILED BY STACY ALESI, WEST BOCA BRANCH LIBRARY Theresa Caputo, THERE'S MORE TO LIFE THAN THIS: HEALING MESSAGES, REMARKABLE STORIES, AND INSIGHT ABOUT THE OTHER SIDE FROM THE LONG ISLAND MEDIUM (256 pgs) 10/1 She wasn't always a beloved TV medium. Theresa Caputo recalls her first realization of Spirit and the anxiety brought on by not fully embracing her gift of communicating with The Other Side as she reveals the driving forces behind her mediumship. She discusses God's role in this life and the next and shares what she believes happens to our souls when we die. Caputo also assures readers that their loved ones are helping from beyond the grave. Neale Donald Walsch, WHAT GOD SAID: THE 25 CORE MESSAGES OF CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE AND THE WORLD (400 pgs) 10/1 Key points of God's message reveal necessary knowledge about life and how readers might live it. Walsch urges readers to forget about religion and culture. He also suggests that readers accept their flawed humanity and face life with open hearts and open minds. Rick Pitino & Eric Crawford, ONE-DAY CONTRACT: HOW TO ADD VALUE TO EVERY MINUTE OF YOUR LIFE (288 pgs) 10/1 NCAA coach Rick Pitino turned his players into champions by helping them focus on one day at a time, and that's the same message he shares as he shows readers how to make the most of their professional and personal lives without looking too far down the line. He details how to create and stick to a one-day 2 contract as you pursue your goals. Billy Graham, REASON FOR MY HOPE: SALVATION (224 pgs) 10/15 With each chapter posing a question to the reader, Billy Graham shows us true stories as he asks us to consider how we would respond to similar circumstances. Graham also reveals how what the world thinks is not the same as what the Bible says. “Fans of Graham will welcome another chance to hear from him. Although simplistic for seasoned Christians and a little old-fashioned for young people, this straightforward book will benefit those seeking a deeper understanding of the evangelical Christian faith.” Library Journal Joel Osteen, BREAK OUT!: 5 WAYS TO GO BEYOND YOUR BARRIERS AND LIVE AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE (256 pgs) 10/5 It's time to live and pray a little bolder. Osteen encourages readers to tear their barriers down and pursue a bold life. He also suggests that readers pray big, saying that God can provide increase for those who are willing to ask for it. He details a 'break out' attitude and shows readers how following God's plan could help them break free of the poverty in which some think God wants them to live. Sarah Palin, GOOD TIDINGS AND GREAT JOY: PROTECTING THE HEART OF CHRISTMAS (256 pgs) 10/29 Christmas used to be all about Jesus, and Palin is ready to bring Christianity back to the holiday she says is far too homogenized and commercial. Palin also shares family photos and stories from her own family Christmas celebrations. Malcolm Gladwell, DAVID AND GOLIATH: UNDERDOGS, MISFITS, AND THE ART OF BATTLING GIANTS (320 pgs) 10/1 Cancer researchers, Ireland's battlefields, and civil rights leaders help Gladwell demonstrate the hidden truths behind the weak and the powerful. Gladwell also heads into the classroom to examine common misconceptions about how we define advantages and disadvantages. “A far- and free- ranging meditation on the age-old struggle between underdogs and top dogs…In addition to the top-notch writing one expects from a New Yorker 3 regular, Gladwell rewards readers with moving stories, surprising insights and consistently provocative ideas.” Kirkus Reviews, starred review Malala Yousafzai & Christina Lamb, I AM MALALA: THE GIRL WHO WAS SHOT BY THE TALIBAN (352 pgs) 10/8 Standing before the Taliban, guns leveled at her, she did not move. Despite being shot at point-blank range, Malala lived to tell the tale. Here, she reveals the beliefs that upset the Taliban and gave her the courage to stand up and speak out. Alan Greenspan, MAP AND THE TERRITORY: RISK, HUMAN NATURE, AND THE FUTURE OF FORECASTING (400 pgs) 10/22 Forget the old rules of risk management and economic forecasting. Greenspan reveals the lessons we've learned from the 2008 economic crisis and reveals how to readjust our assessment of risk management and better forecast the financial ups and downs to come. David Finkel, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE (336 pgs) 10/1 Life after war is nothing like it used to be for these surviving 2-16 Infantry Battalion men who come home to a country that suddenly feels so different. “In this incredibly moving sequel, Finkel reconnects with some of the men of the 2-16—now home on American soil—and brings their struggles powerfully to life...Told in crisp, unsentimental prose and supplemented with excerpts from soldiers’ diaries, medical reports, e-mails, and text messages, their stories give new meaning to the costs of service— and to giving thanks.” Publishers Weekly, starred review “In a series of interconnected stories, Finkel follows a handful of soldiers and their spouses through the painful, sometimes-fatal process of reintegration into American society. The author gives a clear-eyed, frightening portrayal of precisely what it is like to suffer with post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury and what it is like to have the specter of suicide whispering into your ear every day.” Kirkus Reviews, starred review 4 Cathy Scott-Clark & Adrian Levy, SIEGE: 68 HOURS INSIDE THE TAJ HOTEL (352 pgs) 10/29 Meet the people who kept more than 31 souls from death when terrorists took hundreds hostage during an attack on several Mumbai targets, such as the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. While 31 died, Bob Nichols, Taj general manager Binny Kang, and other hotel staff and guests took action to keep the rest alive. Ann Rule, PRACTICE TO DECEIVE (352 pgs) 10/8 A small-town murder hits Whidbey Island just in time for the holidays. An aging beauty queen and her lover, a guitar teacher, are pulled into a case involving a murdered man who was visiting his soon-to-be ex-wife and children for Christmas. Jesse Ventura, Dick Russell & David Wayne, THEY KILLED OUR PRESIDENT (368 pgs) 10/1 Who really killed President John F. Kennedy? This collection of conspiracies surrounding JFK's assassination reveals conspiracies behind everything from the plot to the murder, itself. Assassination researchers also reveal new evidence that suggests the United States government's involvement in the conspiracy, as well as the lengths to which they've gone to keep the truth hidden. Brad Stone, EVERYTHING STORE: JEFF BEZOS AND THE AGE OF AMAZON (392 pgs) 10/15 There was a time when Amazon only sold books through the mail. Now, go behind the scenes of online retailer Amazon to discover how founder Jeff Bezos rolled the dice and took advantage of the internet, detailing such ventures as cloud computing and the Kindle. Alice Hoffman, SURVIVAL LESSONS (96 pgs) 10/1 Sorrow and joy often hold hands in life, Alice Hoffman reminds us. Here, she shows readers how to appreciate beauty in the midst of tough times, encouraging them to grab hold of what really matters in life. “A how-to guide to facing death and living life by the popular novelist and cancer survivor.” Kirkus Reviews “More than cancer sufferers will be glad they picked up this tiny gem.” Library Journal 5 Dr. John W Pilley Jr. Ph.D & Hilary Hinzmann, CHASER: UNLOCKING THE GENIUS OF THE DOG WHO KNOWS A THOUSAND WORDS (272 pgs) 10/29 Imagine teaching your dog 1,000 words. One man made it happen, training his Border Collie, Chaser, to also understand syntax. Here, John Pilley shows readers how to accomplish similar success by revealing methods designed to tear down the barriers between dog and human communication. “Retired psychology professor Pilley's work with his border collie, Chaser, since 2004 is impressive…Chaser's remarkable abilities speak for themselves.” Publishers Weekly Allen Salkin, FROM SCRATCH: INSIDE THE FOOD NETWORK (272 pgs) 10/17 Go behind the cameras and into the conference rooms as you discover the people and personalities that built the Food Network and faced more than a few speed bumps along the culinary road to success. You'll see Rachel Ray almost burn down the set; witness Emeril Lagasse struggle to come to terms with cancellation; and discover how Julia Child once treated the up-and-coming network that saw its fair share of drama. “The definitive history of the network from inception to the present day…a nuanced and rich tale of an empire that no one expected to survive.” Publishers Weekly Anne Burrell & Suzanne Lenzer, OWN YOUR KITCHEN: RECIPES TO INSPIRE & EMPOWER (256 pgs) 10/15 From the simple to the fanciful, Anne Burrell shares the dishes she enjoys both on and off camera, showing readers how to perfect everything from the art of roasting to mixing it up with some savory spices. Whether you're in the mood for a classic like Grilled Hangar Steak or a spicy Chicken Roti, Anne shows you how to make the most out of your meal. Ann Romney, ROMNEY FAMILY TABLE: SHARING HOME-COOKED RECIPES AND FAVORITE TRADITIONS (224 pgs) 10/1 She raised a family one meal at a time.