Talking Book Topics July–August 2018 Volume 84, Number 4

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Contents Talking Book Topics July–August 2018 Contents In Brief Books for Adults Adult Fiction Adventure Family Fantasy General Historical Fiction Holidays Human Relationships Literature Mystery and Detective Occult and Horror Page 2 of 88

Political Themes Psychological Themes Religious Themes Romance Science Fiction Short Stories Spies and Espionage Suspense Westerns Adult Nonfiction Adventure Arts Astronomy Biography Blindness and Physical Disabilities Business and Economics Career and Job Training Consumerism Cooking Crime Diet and Nutrition General Government and Politics Journalism and the Media Literature Medicine and Health Music Nature and the Environment Philosophy Poetry

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Psychology and Self-Help Religion Science and Technology Social Sciences Sports and Recreation Stage and Screen Travel U.S. History Women's Concerns World History Books for Children Children’s Fiction Adventure Animals and Wildlife Folk and Fairy Tales Friendship Growing Up Historical Fiction Humor Mystery and Detective School Children's Nonfiction Animals and Wildlife Arts Biography Music Foreign Language Books Español Audio Magazines

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In Brief Avoid the wait, read TBT online!

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NLS on the Move: The latest on our new initiatives

In July 2017, NLS launched a newsletter called NLS on the Move to keep the staff in our national network of cooperating libraries updated on the progress of pilot projects and other new initiatives. Selections from this newsletter that may be of interest to NLS patrons are reprinted in Talking Book Topics and Braille Book Review.

From NLS On the Move, originally published March 22, 2018

Our TV and radio campaign is off to a strong start

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The first three-week “flight” of our new TV and radio commercials ended Sunday, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. On average, close to 190 calls per day were transferred to network libraries from potential patrons who saw or heard the commercials and dialed the special toll-free phone numbers—almost three times as many as we expected! We also had a big increase in visits to our outreach website, www.loc.gov/thatallmayread, and completions of the information request form. And the feedback has been great! We even heard from Dana Ferguson, the New York City-based actor who plays the mom, who told us her real-life father saw the spot while watching an old western movie on the Grit network. (“He’s so proud,” she said.) The commercials will run in cycles of three weeks on, three weeks off, through the summer of 2019. The digital side of the campaign, which promotes NLS on Facebook and online search engines, also continues through the summer of 2019.

From NLS On the Move, originally published April 26, 2018

Updates on MOCA, the outreach campaign, and more

The second three-week flight of TV and radio commercials began March 26 and ended April 15. Between February 26 (when the commercials began to air) and April 23, more than 10,000 calls came in to network libraries . By the way, the TV and radio public service announcements (PSAs) that we launched in June 2016 continue to air in some markets, even though we stopped tracking the results after six months. In fact, our TV PSA“ ,Our Stories: That All May Read ”,was rated in the top 10 percent of TV PSAs in 2017 as reported by Nielsen Media Research! (Unlike the TV and radio commercials, PSAs are aired for free when stations have time to fill.) The Regional and Subregional Libraries of the Year will be honored at a luncheon in the historic Thomas Jefferson Building at the Library of Congress on May 17. The Colorado Talking Book Library (CTBL) in Denver received the Regional Library of the Year Award, while Braille and Talking Books at Taylor Community Library (BTBTCL) in Taylor, Michigan, received the Sub-regional Library/Advisory and Outreach Center of the Year Award.

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Newsstand

The following announcements may be of interest to readers. The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped reserves the right to publish announcements selectively, as space permits. The items mentioned, however, are not part of the NLS program, and their listings do not imply endorsement or support. Prices and details about listed items were correct at the time of compilation but are susceptible to change.

New Hadley course on guide dogs

Patrons considering getting a guide dog may find a new course from Hadley Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired helpful in thinking through this significant decision. Free of charge, this course describes the benefits and challenges of guide dogs and is available in braille and large-print formats, online, or as a digital talking-book (DTB) cartridge. Call Hadley at toll-free at 1-855-830- 5355 to enroll.

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Books for Adults

Books listed in this issue of Talking Book Topics were recently sent to cooperating libraries. The complete collection contains a wide range of fiction and nonfiction books, including biographies, classics, westerns, mysteries, romances, and others. Registered users may also immediately download all titles and magazines from the NLS Braille and Audio Reading Download (BARD) service at https://nlsbard.loc.gov. The free BARD Mobile app is available from the App Store, Google Play, and Amazon’s Appstore for reading talking books on your personal smart phone or tablet. To learn more about the collection or to sign up for BARD, contact your local cooperating library. Regional library telephone numbers and email addresses are listed on the last pages of this magazine. Books within the headings Adult Fiction and Adult Nonfiction are listed alphabetically by subject category, author last name, and title. For example the title War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy would be listed in Adult Fiction under the Classics subject category and by the last name Tolstoy. Note: A notice may appear immediately following the book description to indicate occurrences of violence, strong language, or descriptions of sex. The word “some” before any of these terms indicates an occasional or infrequent occurrence, as in “some strong language.” Commercial audiobooks for which NLS does not have access to the print book may display the notice “unrated,” which means that the book may or may not contain violence, strong language, or descriptions of sex.

Adult Fiction

Adventure Nightwalker: Batman DB89980 8 hours 41 minutes by Marie Lu read by Will Damron The Nightwalkers are terrorizing Gotham City, and a teenage Bruce Wayne is on their hit list. One by one, the city's elites are being executed as their mansions'

Page 8 of 88 security systems turn against them, and Bruce plans to stop the attacks. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

The Strongbow Saga, Books 3–4 DB87474 22 hours 35 minutes by Judson Roberts read by various narrators Books three and four, written between 2008 and 2013, featuring warrior Halfdan's battles in his quest for revenge. Includes The Road to Vengeance: Western Frankia Spring and Summer A.D. 845 and The Long Hunt: Denmark and Sweden Autumn A.D. 845. Some violence. For junior and senior high readers. 2013.

Golden Lion: A Novel of Heroes in a Time of War DB89685 11 hours 38 minutes by Wilbur Smith read by Peter Holdway Hal Courtney from Birds of Prey (DB48319) and his warrior wife, Judith Nazet, have been reunited after wartime. When Judith is kidnapped by an enemy from Hal's past, he must travel to East Africa to find her. Violence and some descriptions of sex. 2015.

Vicious Circle DB87723 15 hours 30 minutes by Wilbur Smith read by John Lee Security specialist Hector Cross and his oil-heiress wife, Hazel Bannock, are attacked by old enemies while living in England. To protect their baby daughter, Hector must uncover the roots of the blood feud against the Bannock family and eliminate the threat. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

Swarm: Zeroes, Book 2 DB89382 9 hours 51 minutes by Scott Westerfeld and others read by John Haag The Zeroes, six teenagers with unique abilities, learn about the sinister power of Swarm while celebrating the opening of their underground nightclub. Swarm uses a crowd's rage to kill—and loves killing Zeroes. Some violence and some strong language. For senior high and older readers. 2016.

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Family Birds of Paradise DB87799 14 hours 40 minutes by Diana Abu-Jaber read by Tamara Marston Five years after she ran away from home, nearly eighteen-year-old Felice Muir must reckon with the secret that drove her away. Her family—mother Avis, father Brian, and brother Stanley—all have their own feelings they must work through if they are to heal. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

The Immortalists DB86961 11 hours 32 minutes by Chloe Benjamin read by Maggie Hoffman In 1969 New York City, the four Gold children meet a psychic who tells them each the date they will die. They each grow up and live their lives, but always with the knowledge of the psychic's prophecy hanging over them. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. Commercial audiobook. 2018.

The Senator's Children DB89923 7 hours 43 minutes by Nicholas Montemarano read by Jill Fox Ten-year-old Betsy Christie loses her older brother, Nick, in a car accident while their father, David, is running for the Senate. David is elected, but the family is never the same. When David has an affair that results in pregnancy, the family splinters even further. Strong language. 2017.

Long Way Down DB89688 1 hour 39 minutes by Jason Reynolds read by Bob Moore A novel in verse. Fifteen-year-old Will sets out to avenge his brother Shawn's fatal shooting. As he proceeds, Will encounters several ghosts in the elevator that reveal truths about their way of life. Some violence and some strong language. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2017.

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Saints for All Occasions DB87768 15 hours 3 minutes by J. Courtney Sullivan read by Susan Denaker The Flynn sisters, twenty-one-year-old Nora and seventeen-year-old Theresa, leave their small village in Ireland for the promise of America. Fifty years later, they are estranged. Nora is a matriarch and Theresa a cloistered nun. Secrets they have hidden are revealed. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Iza's Ballad DB89759 9 hours 59 minutes by Magda Szabó read by Kristin Allison When her husband, Vince, dies, Ettie moves to Budapest to live with her daughter, Iza. Their love for Vince bonds them, but mother and daughter do not understand the separate worlds they live in, and a distance grows between them. Translated from the 1963 Hungarian edition. 2014.

Everybody's Son DB89935 9 hours 35 minutes by Thrity Umrigar read by Doug Tisdale Jr. When his mother is sent to prison, young Anton is adopted by successful judge David Coleman and his wife. Anton lives a life of privilege, but then he learns the lengths that David went to in order to keep Anton's mother from regaining custody. Strong language. 2017.

Fantasy The Girl in the Tower DB89951 13 hours 4 minutes by Katherine Arden read by Kathleen Gati Vasilisa was driven from her home in medieval Russia due to her affinity for the fairy world. She dresses as a boy and sets off for adventures, eventually coming to the attention of the Grand Prince of Moscow. Sequel to The Bear and the Nightingale (DB87310). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

The New Voices of Fantasy DB89909 11 hours 16 minutes edited by Peter S. Beagle and Jacob Weisman Page 11 of 88 read by Jeff Allin A collection of nineteen stories that showcase some of the brightest stars in the fantasy genre. Includes pieces from Carmen Maria Machado, JY Yang, Ben Loory, Max Gladstone, A.C. Wise, Sofia Samatar, Alyssa Wong, and Amal El- Mohtar, among others. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

The Immortal Throne DB87624 22 hours 30 minutes by Stella Gemmell read by Gary Tipton Rebels who survived the uprising against the City hope Archange will bring an era of peace as she becomes emperor. But an unknown army approaches from the north, whose goal seems to be to destroy the City and all its residents. Sequel to The City (DB77277). Violence. 2016.

How to Stop Time DB90183 10 hours 4 minutes by Matt Haig read by Mark Meadows Tom Hazard has a rare condition that has allowed him to live for centuries. Seeking a regular life, he takes a job as a high school teacher in London, but a fellow teacher tempts him to break his only rule: don’t fall in love. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2018.

The Wheel of Osheim DB88068 19 hours 1 minute by Mark Lawrence read by Tim Gerard Reynolds Caught in the middle of the war between his grandmother, the Red Queen, and her enemy, the Blue Lady, Prince Jalan is left in charge of the defense of the capital while his comrade Snorri tries to rescue his family. Sequel to The Liar's Key (DB82481). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

A Court of Wings and Ruin DB88083 25 hours 29 minutes by Sarah J. Maas read by Emily Ellet After returning to the Spring Court, Feyre gathers information in an attempt to keep an impending war at bay. Sequel to A Court of Mist and Fury (DB85090). Page 12 of 88

Strong language, explicit descriptions of sex, and some violence. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

Magic for Nothing: An InCryptid Novel DB87753 12 hours 43 minutes by Seanan McGuire read by Emily Bauer As the youngest in a family of cryptozoologists, Antimony Price is dealing with the war her sister Verity declared on the organization St. George of the Covenant. She is asked by the family to travel to London and spy on the Covenant, but must hide her own powers. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Dorothy Must Die Stories, Volume 3 DB87522 6 hours 51 minutes by Danielle Paige read by Faith Potts Third collection of prequel novellas, written in 2016 and 2017, that follow the Revolutionary Order of the Wicked's early members in the days before recruiting Amy Gumm in Dorothy Must Die (DB78853). Some violence and some strong language. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

The End of Oz DB87537 7 hours 47 minutes by Danielle Paige read by Jean Cochran Amy Gumm travels from Oz to the twisted land of Ev, where she fights to free Oz from evil once and for all. Sequel to Yellow Brick War (DB84255). Violence and strong language. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

A City Dreaming DB87602 11 hours 41 minutes by Daniel Polansky read by Brian Hemmingsen Witch M returns to New York City and becomes embroiled in a conflict between rival magical queens. This shadowy New York has hipster zombies, ghost subways, and demonic coffee shops, and it is up to M to save it all. Violence and some strong language. 2016.

Fiddlehead DB89936 12 hours 21 minutes Page 13 of 88 by Cherie Priest read by MacKenzie Beyer Ex-spy Belle is unemployed, widowed, and disgraced in her mid-forties when she receives a surprising job offer from the Pinkerton Detective Agency that will require her to assist Abraham Lincoln himself. Strong language and some violence. 2013.

The Bedlam Stacks DB89266 10 hours 29 minutes by Natasha Pulley read by Gregory Maupin Former East India Company smuggler Merrick Tremayne thought his adventuring days were over. Then an old friend asks him to take on a final mission to Peru to obtain samples of the rare trees that are the only source for quinine. Some violence and some strong language. 2017.

Year One DB89938 13 hours 32 minutes by Nora Roberts read by MacKenzie Beyer A sickness sweeps the planet, killing millions. There are those who are immune, known as the Uncanny, rumored to have magical powers. These survivors, both good and evil, must discover how to live in a new, devastated world. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

General Between DB87792 10 hours 25 minutes by Angie Abdou read by Meredith Orlow Vero and Shane are finding adulthood difficult to cope with, so they hire live-in help for their sons—a Filipino woman named Ligaya. Vero struggles with her role as a mother and with justifying Ligaya's presence, while Ligaya struggles with the burden of a secret she left behind at home. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Standard Deviation DB88151 10 hours 17 minutes by Katherine Heiny read by Cassandra Campbell Page 14 of 88

Graham Cavanaugh did his one spontaneous thing when he divorced his wife, Elspeth, to marry his girlfriend, Audra. Now Audra is trying to become friends with Elspeth, and Graham can't help but compare the two very different women. Did he make the right choice? Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Forest Dark DB89709 11 hours 48 minutes by Nicole Krauss read by Carol Jacobanis In the wake of the death of his parents and the end of his marriage, wealthy retiree Jules Epstein decides to give away his possessions and move to Israel. Meanwhile, a novelist arrives in Tel Aviv, hoping to cure her writer's block. Some strong language. 2017.

The Godmothers, Books 4–6 DB87509 23 hours 59 minutes by Fern Michaels read by Gabriella Cavallero Three novels of the continuing romantic and mysterious adventures of four friends, written between 2012 and 2013. In Deadline, Toots's daughter, Abby, is concerned about a missing actress, and the godmothers are all willing to help. Also includes Breaking News and Classified. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2013.

The Golden House DB89015 14 hours 42 minutes by Salman Rushdie read by Vikas Adam A filmmaker ingratiates himself into the household of the privileged Golden family of Greenwich Village and chronicles their family drama. Nero Golden is an eccentric billionaire with three adult sons: alcoholic Petya, artist Apu, and D, whose mother is known only to Nero. Then Nero acquires a new wife, Russian expat Vasilisa. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Historical Fiction The Spymistress DB87783 13 hours 36 minutes by Jennifer Chiaverini read by Christina Moore

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Elizabeth Van Lew may have been born into slaveholding aristocracy in Richmond, Virginia, but she knows their convictions—and the Civil War they spawned—are wrong. As an undercover agent for the Union, she works to funnel escaped slaves and prisoners of war out of the South. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

The Castle Cross the Magnet Carter DB87511 37 hours 28 minutes by Kia Corthron read by Joe Wilson Two sets of brothers, one black and one white, navigate the tumultuous world of America in the second half of the twentieth century. Ambitions, setbacks, and poor choices haunt them all. Some violence. 2016.

Twain's End DB87604 14 hours 0 minutes by Lynn Cullen read by Barbara Rappaport With her family fallen on hard times, Isabel Lyon goes into service to help support her mother. She eventually ends up ostensibly working for the invalid wife of Samuel Clemens—the great Mark Twain. Isabel and Samuel's fraught relationship is complicated by his daughter, Clara. 2015.

The Winter Rose DB88071 34 hours 54 minutes by Jennifer Donnelly read by Jill Tanner 1900. India Selwyn-Jones, newly graduated from the London School of Medicine for Women and the daughter of a noble family, begins a crusade to shut down the city's opium dens. She runs afoul of crime lord Sid Malone, but their attraction to each other overwhelms them. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

The Drowning King: A Fall of Egypt Novel DB89790 13 hours 27 minutes by Emily Holleman read by Mark Ashby Following the events of Cleopatra's Shadows (DB82844), Pharaoh Ptolemy dies, leaving daughter Cleopatra and son Ptolemy sharing the throne of Egypt. Daughter Arsinoe is torn between her siblings, and a forbidden love beckons. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017. Page 16 of 88

The Orphan's Tale DB89826 13 hours 27 minutes by Pam Jenoff read by Terry Donnelly Sixteen-year-old Noa, who had her baby taken from her and was cast out of her family for becoming pregnant by a Nazi soldier, discovers a railcar full of Jewish infants on its way to the concentration camps. She rescues an infant from the railcar and cares for baby Theo as her own child, joining the German circus to escape the notice of the authorities. At the circus, Noa befriends aerialist Astrid. Some violence. 2017.

Badlands DB88134 11 hours 20 minutes by Melissa Lenhardt read by Suehyla El-attar Doctor Laura Elliston is running out of options as she hides from murder charges in the American West. Her compatriot is captured, and she realizes she must face her past as Catherine Bennett, despite the threat of the noose awaiting her back in New York. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Blood Oath DB88078 10 hours 29 minutes by Melissa Lenhardt read by various narrators Doctor Laura Elliston, a.k.a. Catherine Bennett, and William Kindle are on the run from the army and from every miscreant in the West eager to claim the $500 bounty for Laura's capture as their own. Also personal demons haunt them both. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Unforgivable Love DB89775 13 hours 55 minutes by Sophfronia Scott read by Erin Jones In this retelling of Les Liaisons Dangereuses (DB31795) set in 1940s Harlem, heiress Mae Malveaux rules black society and her suitors with a velvet-wrapped iron fist. She promises herself to Valiant Jackson if he seduces innocent Cecily— the fiancée of Mae's ex-lover. Explicit descriptions of sex, some strong language, and some violence. 2017.

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An Irish Country Practice: An Irish Country Novel DB89974 13 hours 37 minutes by Patrick Taylor read by John Keating Dr. Fingal Flahertie O'Reilly's practice has expanded to include a new trainee, Dr. Connor Nelson, and a new Labrador puppy. Dr. O'Reilly's partner, Barry Laverty, finds himself questioning his commitment to settling down and marrying his fiancée, Sue. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Do Not Say We Have Nothing DB87755 20 hours 13 minutes by Madeleine Thien read by Angela Lin Concert pianist Jiang Kai leaves his wife and ten-year-old daughter, Marie, behind in Vancouver as he returns to China after the Tiananmen Square uprising. He commits suicide in Hong Kong. His teacher's daughter, Ai-ming, escapes and finds her way to Vancouver, becoming friends with Marie. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Woman in the Shadows DB89870 14 hours 47 minutes by Jane Thynne read by Julie Teal Berlin, 1937. Actress Clara Vine is disturbed when she discovers the death of her friend Anna Hansen, who attended a school to become an SS officer's wife. While investigating why the death was covered up, she unearths a conspiracy that could involve the British royal house. Originally published under the title "The Winter Garden" in the U.K. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Witchfinder's Sister DB88193 10 hours 39 minutes by Beth Underdown read by Lucy Brownhill Essex, England. 1645. Recently widowed and with child, Alice Hopkins returns to the small village where she grew up to live with her younger brother, Matthew. He has changed in the five years since she last saw him, and she discovers that he now hunts witches. Alice seeks out the fuel firing her brother’s brutal mission— and is drawn into the Hopkins family’s past secrets. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

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The Wicked City DB87530 12 hours 2 minutes by Beatriz Williams read by Eva Wilhelm 1924. Geneva "Gin" Kelly can't resist the style of a speakeasy and meets Prohibition enforcement officer Oliver Anson, who enlists her help. More than seventy years later, Ella Gilbert moves to the same building, seeking a new start after discovering that her husband was cheating on her. Family ties are revealed. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

Holidays The Mistletoe Secret DB86630 6 hours 13 minutes by Richard Paul Evans read by Lindsay Ellison Alex Bartlett has been reading the posts from a blogger calling herself LBH— Last Broken Heart—and believes he has found a kindred spirit. Using clues from her blog, Alex decides to track LBH down, traveling to her Utah home at the holidays. 2016.

The Noel Diary DB89832 6 hours 12 minutes by Richard Paul Evans read by David DeBoy After the death of his estranged mother, bestselling author Jacob Churcher returns home at Christmas to settle the estate—and to reconcile with old ghosts. Discovering his mother had become a hoarder, he excavates the debris and unearths a diary by a woman named Noel. An unexpected visitor arrives seeking more answers. 2017.

Holly and Ivy DB89877 7 hours 7 minutes by Fern Michaels read by Mare Trevathan Ivy has spent years mourning the loss of her husband and children in a plane crash, and the holidays are the hardest time of year. Everything changes when eleven-year-old Holly knocks on Ivy's door. Holly's mother died in the same crash, and Holly and her father need Ivy's help. Some strong language. 2017.

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The Christmas Journey DB89847 0 hours 28 minutes by Donna VanLiere read by Donna VanLiere Retelling of the biblical story of the journey Mary and Joseph took from Nazareth to Bethlehem for the census, which resulted in the birth of Jesus in a stable. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2010.

The Christmas Note DB89941 4 hours 21 minutes by Donna VanLiere read by Donna VanLiere Gretchen Daniels and her two children move to be closer to her mother, Miriam. A neighbor, Melissa McCreary, acts mysteriously, and when a man comes asking Melissa to clean out her dead mother's apartment, Gretchen and Melissa discover secrets. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

Human Relationships In the Midst of Winter DB89771 8 hours 47 minutes by Isabel Allende read by Gregory Maupin During a snowstorm, Professor Richard Bowmaster is involved in a traffic accident with Evelyn Ortega—an undocumented immigrant from Guatemala. He recruits his colleague from Chile, Lucia Maraz, to assist the young woman in avoiding unforeseen legal entanglements. Translated from the original Spanish. 2017.

The Haunting of Hip Hop DB87780 4 hours 56 minutes by Bertice Berry read by J.D. Jackson Hip-hop producer Harry "Freedom" Hudson is used to getting what he wants when he wants it. Drawn to a house in Harlem, he works on purchasing it despite rumors that it is haunted. He soon finds it occupied by a group with a message for him. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2002.

After Disasters DB88032 10 hours 28 minutes by Viet Dinh Page 20 of 88 read by Alec Volz After an earthquake strikes the Gujarat province of India, four aid workers from across the globe race there to provide assistance. Ted and Piotr come from the United States, Andy from London, and Dev from Delhi. Each must exorcise demons. Strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2016.

The Reminders DB88136 9 hours 48 minutes by Val Emmich read by various narrators Overcome by grief, Gavin destroys every reminder of his dead partner, Sydney. Then he meets Joan, a ten-year-old with perfect recall who knew Sydney. Gavin makes a deal with Joan to help her win a songwriting contest if she will share her memories of Sydney. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Honestly Ben DB87742 9 hours 17 minutes by Bill Konigsberg read by Dan Bittner Determined to put his relationship with Rafe behind him, Ben plans to concentrate on his grades and the award that would mean a full scholarship. Life doesn't always work out as planned, however. Sequel to Openly Straight (DB77101). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

Moxie DB90111 8 hours 17 minutes by Jennifer Mathieu read by Erin Jones In a small Texas town where high school football and sexist behavior reign supreme, high school student Vivian starts a feminist revolution using anonymously written zines. Strong language and some violence. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

Touch DB88152 9 hours 46 minutes by Courtney Maum read by various narrators Trend forecaster Sloane Jacobsen gets paid a lot of money by companies who want to hear her opinions about the future. Her forecasts have advocated childlessness and celebrated digital life in the past, but she is now sensing Page 21 of 88 that people actually want more personal connection. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

The Bertie Project DB90131 9 hours 41 minutes by Alexander McCall Smith read by Robert Ian Mackenzie Another look at the residents of 44 Scotland Street, Edinburgh. Bertie's mother, Irene, has returned from abroad. She is resolved to set a rigorous course of improvement for Bertie, but she should be more concerned about the state of her marriage. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

George and Lizzie DB89824 10 hours 12 minutes by Nancy Pearl read by Catherine Byers Lizzie, the child of two psychologists who treated her like a lab experiment, meets well-adjusted George. Even after they start dating, Lizzie still pines for ex- boyfriend Jack, who dumped her when he found out she slept with her high school football team. Strong language and descriptions of sex. 2017.

The Best of Adam Sharp DB87763 9 hours 32 minutes by Graeme Simsion read by David Barker Even though fifty-year-old Adam is happy with his life and his relationship with partner Claire, he still thinks about Angelina, a woman he had a love affair with twenty years ago. When Angelina unexpectedly gets in touch, it brings back all his old feelings. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Against All Odds DB87791 9 hours 16 minutes by Danielle Steel read by Dan John Miller Widow Kate Madison made a life for herself and her four children running a high- end resale shop in SoHo. Now her children are grown, facing challenges in life and in love, and Kate must stand on the sidelines and let them make their own choices. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

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Fairytale DB86953 9 hours 15 minutes by Danielle Steel read by Luis Moreno Camille was raised on a winery in the Napa Valley by two loving parents, but when her mother dies, her father Christophe marries a devious Frenchwoman. Camille's new stepmother schemes to take over the winery after Christophe's sudden death. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2017.

Anything Is Possible DB87777 8 hours 31 minutes by Elizabeth Strout read by Kimberly Farr A collection of stories of the residents of the small Illinois town of Amgash, the hometown of Lucy from My Name Is Lucy Barton (DB83379). Experiencing more than their fair share of violence, abuse, and general unhappiness, the residents all share a connection to the absent Lucy. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Something like Happy DB89840 11 hours 11 minutes by Eva Woods read by Teresa Willis Stuck in a depressive funk, Annie is ready for a change. While visiting her mother in the hospital, she meets terminal cancer patient Polly. Polly challenges Annie to start doing one happy thing every day for one hundred days. Some strong language. 2017.

Literature Life and Adventures of Jack Engle: An Auto-biography; a Story of New York at the Present Time in Which the Reader Will Find Some Familiar Characters DB87654 4 hours 15 minutes by Walt Whitman read by Jeremy Gage Orphaned Jack finds his fortunes turned when he is adopted. When older, he apprentices for a lawyer who is scheming to steal the inheritance of his adopted daughter, Martha. Jack and his friends fight to save Martha from an unspeakable fate, and Jack discovers possible ties to his past. Some violence. 1852.

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Mystery and Detective Death of an Honest Man DB89982 5 hours 26 minutes by M.C. Beaton read by Graeme Malcolm Police sergeant Hamish Macbeth tries to tell brash newcomer Paul English that nobody loves an honest man. Unfortunately, Paul, who moved to a village on Hamish's beat, continues to insist on telling everyone the honest—and often very hurtful—truth. When someone kills Paul, suspects abound. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2018.

The Witches' Tree: An Agatha Raisin Mystery DB89842 6 hours 18 minutes by M.C. Beaton read by Abigail Maupin While driving home at night, the new vicar and his wife spot a body hanging from what is known locally as the witches' tree. When bored PI Agatha Raisin hears about it, she leaps into the investigation. Then, two more murders occur, complicating matters. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2017.

Live and Let Growl DB88036 9 hours 3 minutes by Laurien Berenson read by Theresa Conkin Melanie Travis happily goes on a road trip to central Kentucky, where her Aunt Peg is judging a dog show. While there, Peg's old friend Ellie Gates Wanamaker suffers a fatal accident after receiving mixed reactions from her former fellow exhibitors. Melanie investigates. 2016.

Love Story, with Murders DB88085 17 hours 44 minutes by Harry Bingham read by Terry Donnelly While continuing to investigate her own mysterious origins and the accompanying mental issues, Welsh detective Fiona Griffiths works on a double murder case. Someone has spread the body parts of both a long-missing young woman and a more recently missing man throughout the area. Strong language and some violence. 2013.

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The Night Women DB90218 10 hours 23 minutes by Sara Blaedel read by Christine Lakin As Copenhagen detective Louise Rick investigates both a young woman's murder and a mysterious foundling, every clue uncovered points to organized human trafficking. The operation she uncovers is run by ruthless gangsters who won't hesitate to kill anyone who gets in their way. Translated from the 2008 Danish edition. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2018.

Tail Gait: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery DB87786 9 hours 42 minutes by Rita Mae Brown and Sneaky Pie Brown read by Kate Forbes Spring comes to Crozet, Virginia, with a bang when a professor is gunned down in broad daylight. Now it's up to kitty sleuths Mrs. Murphy and Pewter, along with crime-solving corgi Tee Tucker, to sniff out the killer. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

Tall Tail: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery DB87787 9 hours 50 minutes by Rita Mae Brown and Sneaky Pie Brown read by Kate Forbes Mary Minor "Harry" Haristeen and her animal friends—Mrs. Murphy, Pewter, and Tee Tucker—investigate the suspicious death of Barbara Leader, who was nurse and confidante to the former Virginia governor Sam Holloway, while also seeking to solve a related whodunit rooted in eighteenth-century Virginia. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Every Breath You Take: An Under Suspicion Novel DB89876 7 hours 10 minutes by Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke read by Kristin Allison Laurie Moran, producer of the true crime television series Under Suspicion, is irritated by her new show host Ryan Nichols's insistence that they take on the three-year-old Met Gala murder of wealthy Virginia Wakeling. Virginia's much younger boyfriend, who is Ryan's personal trainer, wants to clear his name. 2017.

Cold Earth DB87922 10 hours 14 minutes Page 25 of 88 by Ann Cleeves read by Kenny Blyth At the burial of an old friend, Jimmy Perez watches a flood of mud and water smash through a house. Everyone thinks the home is uninhabited, but when Perez finds the body of a woman wearing a red silk dress, he becomes obsessed with identifying her. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

White Nights DB87771 11 hours 33 minutes by Ann Cleeves read by Gordon Griffin Scotland. At a Shetland Island art exhibit featuring the work of Fran Hunter, Inspector Jimmy Perez sees a man break down in front of a painting. Someone discovers the man's corpse the following day in an odd setting, and Perez must investigate. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

Serge Storms, Books 19–20 DB89838 21 hours 4 minutes by Tim Dorsey read by Alec Volz Florida trivia expert Serge Storms returns in two novels written in 2016 and 2017. In Coconut Cowboy, Serge and his drug-addled travel buddy, Coleman, encounter all sorts of shady characters during an Easy Rider-style tour of Florida. Also includes Clownfish Blues. Strong language, some violence, and some descriptions of sex. 2017.

Amos Walker, Books 25–26 DB89934 10 hours 52 minutes by Loren D. Estleman read by David Hartley-Margolin Two missing-person mysteries, written between 2015 and 2017, featuring Amos Walker, a private investigator based in Detroit. In The Sundown Speech, Walker is hired by a couple to find a film director who took their money. Also includes The Lioness Is the Hunter. Some violence and some strong language. 2017.

Banana Cream Pie Murder DB90001 10 hours 21 minutes by Joanne Fluke read by Suzanne Toren

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After an extravagant honeymoon, Hannah is eager to settle down in Lake Eden. But then her mother's neighbor is discovered murdered in the condo downstairs, resulting in a nightmarish investigation. Once a renowned stage actress, active in the theater community, Victoria Bascomb made throngs of enemies along the way. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Christmas Caramel Murder DB87797 4 hours 31 minutes by Joanne Fluke read by Suzanne Toren Christmas normally descends on Lake Eden, Minnesota, as gently as reindeer alighting on a rooftop—but this yuletide season the only thing coming down Hannah Swensen's chimney is a case of murder. The woman playing Mrs. Claus in the town production is found scantily clad—and dead. Includes recipes. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

The Ice beneath Her DB89825 13 hours 0 minutes by Camilla Grebe read by Emily Ellet An unidentified woman is found beheaded in the home of controversial CEO Jesper Orre, who is missing. Stockholm detectives and a profiler revisit a similar decade-old cold case. Meanwhile, a secret lover of Orre's is conducting her own investigation. Originally published in Swedish in 2015. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2016.

Fast Falls the Night DB89758 8 hours 43 minutes by Julia Keller read by Mare Trevathan Over the course of twenty-four hours, the town of Acker's Gap, West Virginia, has an unprecedented thirty-three heroin overdoses, three of which are fatal. The sheriff's office and prosecutor Bell Elkins race to identify who is distributing the tainted drug. Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2017.

Girl in Snow DB89792 9 hours 0 minutes by Danya Kukafka read by Eva Wilhelm

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When popular Colorado teen Lucinda Hayes is found dead, one of the suspects is her adoring stalker, quiet Cameron. His story, combined with those of troubled cop Russ and jealous fellow student Jade, finally reveals what really happened that night. Strong language, some violence, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

Kurland St. Mary, Books 4–5 DB89928 17 hours 12 minutes by Catherine Lloyd read by Gary Tipton Two mysteries, written between 2016 and 2017, featuring the sleuthing Major Sir Robert Kurland and his longtime companion, Lucy. In Death Comes to the Fair, a murder delays the pair's wedding. In Death Comes to the School, Lucy is anonymously accused of witchcraft and a local schoolteacher is murdered. 2017.

The House of Unexpected Sisters DB89861 9 hours 31 minutes by Alexander McCall Smith read by Lisette Lecat Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi investigate when a woman—accused of being rude to a valued customer—is wrongly dismissed from her office-furniture store job. Meanwhile, Mma Ramotswe hears of a mysterious nurse named Mingie Ramotswe, and she learns that an unpleasant figure from her past has reappeared. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2017.

The Retribution DB87599 12 hours 24 minutes by Val McDermid read by James Konicek DCI Carol Jordan is leaving Bradfield to join Tony Hill in West Mercia, where he has inherited a house, when she is handed another serial killer investigation. Meanwhile, Jacko Vance is planning his escape from prison—and his retribution against Carol and Tony. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2011.

Splinter the Silence DB87649 10 hours 1 minute by Val McDermid read by Doug Tisdale Jr.

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In exchange for making her drunk-driving arrest disappear, Carol Jordan is offered a plum job on the force and a chance to bring her team back together. Their first task is to identify what is making outspoken feminists kill themselves. Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2015.

Better Late Than Never DB88033 8 hours 32 minutes by Jenn McKinlay read by Madelyn Buzzard During Briar Creek Public Library's amnesty day, Lindsey and her staff are flooded with overdue books. One book that really stands out, however, is a copy of The Catcher in the Rye that was checked out by a teacher twenty years ago on the day she was murdered. Who returned it now? 2016.

The Big Book of Rogues and Villains DB89785 70 hours 42 minutes edited by Otto Penzler read by J.P. Linton Anthology of seventy-three mystery stories that focus on the criminals rather than the detectives. The collection's scope begins with Victorian entries, such as Bram Stoker's "Dracula's Guest," and continues up through modern times, including Loren D. Estleman's "The Black Spot." Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

A Christmas Message DB87793 4 hours 0 minutes by Anne Perry read by Jenny Sterlin In 1900, Victor Narraway has given his wife a Christmas gift of a trip to Jerusalem, and on the road they befriend another man making the pilgrimage. After he is murdered over a rare piece of parchment, the Narraways' decision to finish his mysterious mission puts them in danger. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

The Painted Queen DB90029 13 hours 12 minutes by Elizabeth Peters and Joan Hess read by Catherine Byers 1912. Egyptologist Amelia Peabody and her archaeologist husband Radcliffe Emerson search for a recently discovered and now stolen 1345 B.C. bust of Page 29 of 88

Queen Nefertiti. Meanwhile, Amelia is targeted by would-be assassins. Series finalé, finished posthumously by the author's friend, Joan Hess. 2017.

Miss Julia Inherits a Mess DB87788 10 hours 2 minutes by Ann B. Ross read by Cynthia Darlow When Miss Julia hears that Miss Mattie Freeman has taken a fall and is in the hospital, she wishes she'd spent more time getting to know her. When the tumble proves fatal, the last thing Miss Julia expects is to be named the executrix of Miss Mattie's estate. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Cats in Trouble, Books 7–8 DB88025 16 hours 53 minutes by Leann Sweeney read by Margaret Strom Two mysteries, written in 2015 and 2016, feature widowed quilter Jillian Hart and her cats. In The Cat, the Sneak and the Secret, trouble ensues after about-to-be- married Jillian and Tom agree to let Tom's stepson Finn adopt a kleptomaniac cat. Also includes The Cat, the Collector and the Killer. 2016.

Testimony DB88077 13 hours 34 minutes by Scott Turow read by Wayne Pyle Fifty-year-old former prosecutor Bill ten Boom walked out on everything he thought was important to him: his law career, his wife, and even his country. But now he is tapped by the International Criminal Court to investigate the disappearance of an entire Roma refugee camp in the apocalyptic chaos following the Bosnian War. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Bruno, Chief of Police DB88170 8 hours 22 minutes by Martin Walker read by Robert Ian Mackenzie Ex-soldier Bruno is the only policeman in a sleepy French village. But the murder of an elderly North African who fought in the French army changes everything. Because the man was found with a swastika carved into his chest, Paris sends a young policewoman to aid Bruno with his investigation. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008. Page 30 of 88

Bailey Weggins, Books 6–7 DB89773 24 hours 25 minutes by Kate White read by Madelyn Buzzard Two mysteries, written between 2012 and 2017, featuring Manhattan true-crime- journalist-turned-sleuth Bailey Weggins. In So Pretty It Hurts, a fellow house guest at a weekend party in the country is found dead. In Even If It Kills Her, Bailey investigates the murders of an old college friend's family. Strong language, some violence, and some descriptions of sex. 2017.

Occult and Horror The Leaf Reader DB90135 7 hours 16 minutes by Emily Arsenault read by Lori Gardner Outsider Marnie begins reading tea leaves for fun. However, when basketball star Matt asks for a reading related to his missing friend, Marnie's readings begin to seem real—and potentially dangerous. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

The Dark Net DB88698 11 hours 6 minutes by Benjamin Percy read by David Chandler In the dark net, users can anonymously access the Internet, often to satisfy their illegal desires. There is something demonic lurking in those secret corners of the web, and it is up to four misfits to stop the evil from escaping into the real world. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Ring, Books 1–3 DB87453 33 hours 36 minutes by Koji Suzuki read by Andy Pyle Three works of Japanese horror, written between 1991 and 1998, revolving around a cursed video that can infect those who watch it. In Ring, a journalist investigates the death of four teens. Also includes Spiral and Loop. Translated from the Japanese. Some strong language. 2006.

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Sweep Series, Volume 1 DB89897 14 hours 41 minutes by Cate Tiernan read by Eva Wilhelm A collection of three previously published titles featuring a coven of witches. Includes Book of Shadows, The Coven, and Blood Witch. Teens Morgan and Bree are introduced to Wicca, and the handsome Cal invites them into the coven. Some violence and some descriptions of sex. For senior high and older readers. 2001.

Political Themes Home Fire DB89016 7 hours 56 minutes by Kamila Shamsie read by Tania Rodrigues After years in London taking care of her siblings, Parvaiz and Aneeka, Isma gets a chance to study in America. While there, she meets Eamonn, son of a powerful London politician. When headstrong Parvaiz runs off to Syria to become a jihadi, Aneeka turns to Eamonn for help. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Psychological Themes A Book of American Martyrs DB87612 28 hours 35 minutes by Joyce Carol Oates read by Madelyn Buzzard In a small Ohio town in the late 1990s, Luther Dunphy assassinates Augustus Voorhees, a doctor who has performed abortions. The families of both the murderer and the doctor must deal with the aftermath. Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2017.

Religious Themes Among the Gods: Chronicles of the Kings, Book 5 DB88195 13 hours 18 minutes by Lynn Austin read by Suzanne Toren Joshua leads the exiled faithful into Egypt, but his soul still craves vengeance against King Manasseh. As Joshua struggles with his anger, he must also counsel his adopted son, Nathan, on the topic. Joshua realizes he must give in to God's grace and forgive. Series finalé. Sequel to Faith of My Fathers (DB88171). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1998.

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Faith of My Fathers: Chronicles of the Kings, Book 4 DB88171 11 hours 29 minutes by Lynn Austin read by Suzanne Toren King Hezekiah has died and his son Manasseh rises to the throne. Overcome with grief, Manasseh gives into his rage against God and begins a reign of terror. Manasseh's best friend, Joshua, loses his family to Manasseh's frenzy and vows revenge. Sequel to Strength of His Hand (DB88149).Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2006.

A Haven on Orchard Lane DB87794 11 hours 25 minutes by Lawana Blackwell read by Beverly A. Crick Returning to the London stage after years away, once-famous actress Charlotte Ward has an attack of nerves and is hospitalized. Her estranged daughter, Rosalind Kent, volunteers to care for her, and they retire to a small village to avoid Charlotte's abusive husband, Lord Fosberry. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Brides of Lehigh Canal Trilogy DB89275 16 hours 42 minutes by Wanda E. Brunstetter read by Catherine Byers Omnibus of three Christian romances set along a Pennsylvania canal in the late- nineteenth century, published between 2004 and 2010. In Kelly's Chance, a young woman wants to leave her life along the canal and become an artist. Also includes Betsy's Return and Sarah's Choice. 2010.

A Stolen Heart: Cimarron Creek, Book 1 DB89553 10 hours 44 minutes by Amanda Cabot read by Gabriella Cavallero Northerner Lydia Crawford comes to Cimarron Creek, Texas, in 1880 to be reunited with her fiancé, only to find he has disappeared, leaving a pregnant wife behind. Lydia is not sure where to turn, but the local sheriff offers to help. 2017.

Where Sheep May Safely Graze DB89912 7 hours 35 minutes by Phyllis Staton Campbell Page 33 of 88 read by Deborah Desmone Newly married Amy and Jim Miller find that God tests them when Jim returns home from combat blinded. After Jim is asked to step down as the pastor of their local congregation, the couple find themselves in a rural village, where grace hides in the smallest acts. 2017.

Strongholds DB88063 9 hours 25 minutes by Vanessa Davis Griggs read by Caroline Clay Pastor George Landris of the megachurch Followers of Jesus Faith Worship Center challenges his flock to join him in casting off their strongholds—that is, their weaknesses. He finds that the secrets that are then revealed challenge his calling as a religious leader and as a husband. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

In This Moment: The Baxter Family DB89765 10 hours 12 minutes by Karen Kingsbury read by MacKenzie Beyer When high school principal Wendell Quinn starts a voluntary Bible study after school, he is slapped with a lawsuit by the parent of one of his students. Enter attorney Luke Baxter, known for taking on cases involving religious freedom. 2017.

Unlocked DB86988 10 hours 38 minutes by Karen Kingsbury read by Pilar Witherspoon Locked in his own world of autism since he was three, Holden Harris cannot easily communicate with others at his high school and is often bullied. He meets popular girl Ella Reynolds, and they form a bond based on their mutual love of music. 2010.

The Atonement DB87931 8 hours 47 minutes by Beverly Lewis read by various narrators At twenty-five years old, Lucy Flaud is beyond the typical Amish courting age and haunted by past mistakes. When her father befriends a man who comes to Page 34 of 88 their community seeking a simple life, Lucy considers whether she has a chance at redemption and love. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Romance Someone to Love DB88186 11 hours 33 minutes by Mary Balogh read by Rosalyn Landor Anna Snow believed herself an orphan until the Earl of Riverdale dies, leaving her his fortune. She meets siblings she never knew she had, but they are hostile to Anna. Only the new earl's guardian, the Duke of Netherby, offers to help her. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Any Day Now DB87789 9 hours 33 minutes by Robyn Carr read by Therese Plummer Sierra Jones is recently sober and looking for a new start. She moves to Sullivan's Crossing to be near her brother Cal, and to get away from a dangerous man. Local firefighter Conrad Boyle tempts her to open her heart. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Leopard's Blood DB90000 13 hours 12 minutes by Christine Feehan read by Jim Frangione Joshua Tregre was born in a leopard's lair in the bayou, but learned to fight in Borneo. He's come back to Louisiana to take over a crime syndicate, and has prepared for every danger except falling for the girl next door, a woman who has been hurt before. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Leopard's Fury DB87757 12 hours 31 minutes by Christine Feehan read by Jim Frangione Evangeline Tregre knew she had shapeshifter blood, but never felt the leopard until she met Alonzo Massi, another shifter. His dangerous past makes Alonzo

Page 35 of 88 want to keep his distance from Evangeline, but when she is in danger, he can't stay away. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2016.

Trust Me DB90026 8 hours 30 minutes by Laura Florand read by Carol Dines Parisian pastry chef Lina Farah is still reeling from the terrorist attack perpetrated by her own cousin when she meets Jake Adams. Jake is an elite Navy SEAL operative on a mission for the French military, and he is drawn to Lina. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

The Ends of the World DB90114 9 hours 54 minutes by Maggie Hall read by Julia Whelan Avery West and her friends must prevent the use of a deadly virus and stop a murderous family set on ruling the world. Sequel to Map of Fates (DB89097). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

Seven Minutes in Heaven DB87542 11 hours 56 minutes by Eloisa James read by Kimberly Schraf Edward Reeve storms into Eugenia Snowe's agency and demands a new governess for his half siblings. He is in danger of losing custody of the children, and if she can't find another replacement, Reeve expects Eugenia herself to fill the position. Explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

Wilde in Love: The Wildes of Lindow Castle DB89772 11 hours 52 minutes by Eloisa James read by Jon Huffman Willa Ffynche is the only woman in Georgian England not obsessed with Lord Alaric Wilde. All the ladies of society have read the accounts he wrote about his adventures around the world, but he only has eyes for Willa. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

Breathless DB87594 7 hours 52 minutes Page 36 of 88 by Beverly Jenkins read by Eva Wilhelm Portia Carmichael manages her family's hotel in 1880s Arizona and dreams of starting a bookkeeping business for other African Americans. She is attracted to family friend Kent Randolph when he comes for a visit, but she is hesitant to give him her heart. Some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

Devil in Spring: The Ravenels, Book 3 DB87535 11 hours 48 minutes by Lisa Kleypas read by Julie-Ann Elliott Wallflower Pandora Ravenel is not interested in marriage, wanting instead to start her own business creating board games. When her reputation is compromised in the company of Lord St. Vincent, she still refuses to marry. Now it is up to him to change Pandora's mind. Explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

The Romantics DB87115 7 hours 37 minutes by Leah Konen read by Alec Volz When his first big relationship crumbles on the heels of his parents' painful separation, seventeen-year-old Gael is heartbroken until Love intervenes. Strong language. For senior high and older readers. 2016.

Dirty Dancing at Devil's Leap: A Hellcat Canyon Novel DB89770 8 hours 54 minutes by Julie Anne Long read by Teresa Willis After catching her lover and business partner cheating, tech CEO Avalon Harwood heads home to Hellcat Canyon. She impulsively buys the old Coltrane mansion at Devil's Leap, not realizing that her old flame Mac Coltrane still lives on the estate. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

Snowbound at Christmas DB88062 8 hours 20 minutes by Debbie Mason read by Becket Royce Once a cop who ran afoul of the FBI, Cat O'Connor now works for her twin sister on the set of a successful soap opera. After her sister narrowly escapes several

Page 37 of 88 suspicious accidents, Cat is concerned. FBI agent Grayson Alexander goes undercover as a new cast member. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

Wild Beauty DB89760 8 hours 44 minutes by Anna-Marie McLemore read by Gabriella Cavallero For nearly a century, the Nomeolvides women have tended the grounds of La Pradera and hidden the terrible secret that their love could cause their lovers to vanish. When a mysterious boy arrives, they must confront their dark history. Descriptions of sex. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

Forever a Hero DB89958 12 hours 37 minutes by Linda Lael Miller read by Jack Garrett The youngest Carson brother Mace intervened to save a woman in trouble while he was in college. Years later, he is running his own successful winery in Wyoming when he is unexpectedly reunited with her. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

From Manhattan with Love, Books 1–3 DB89550 31 hours 15 minutes by Sarah Morgan read by Abigail Maupin Three contemporary romances set in New York City. In Sleepless in Manhattan, events planner Paige Walker gets fired but decides to start her own business with her best friends. Also includes Sunset in Central Park and Miracle on Fifth Avenue. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2016.

Close Enough to Touch DB88042 11 hours 17 minutes by Colleen Oakley read by Kristin Allison Jubilee Jenkins has lived her life as a recluse due to a rare, severe allergy to the touch of other people. After the death of her mother, she takes a job at the local library to earn money. There she meets single dad Eric. Some strong language. 2017.

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Driftwood Point DB90134 8 hours 2 minutes by Mariah Stewart read by Xe Sands Artist Lisbeth Parker returns to Cannonball Island when her work is displayed at a local gallery. While home, she takes on a project to preserve local history. She finds herself opposed by Alec Jansen, an environmentalist who had a crush on her during their school years. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Something in Between DB87904 12 hours 50 minutes by Melissa de la Cruz read by Catherine Byers After learning of her Filipino family's illegal immigrant status, seventeen-year-old Jasmine realizes that her dreams of college and scholarships may be impossible and that deportation is a real threat. However, Royce, a congressman's son and her new boyfriend, persuades her not to give up. For senior high and older readers. 2016.

Science Fiction Landscape with Invisible Hand DB87964 3 hours 39 minutes by M.T. Anderson read by Patrick Downer After the vuvv arrive on Earth offering their alien technology and medicine, jobs and money become scarce. Adam tries to help his struggling parents by catering to the desires of the vuvv, but he wonders how far he is willing to go. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

The Algebraist DB87932 24 hours 7 minutes by Iain M. Banks read by Geoffrey Annis By the forty-first century, humanity has made it to the stars, but Fassin Taak's planet, a gas giant on the outskirts of the galaxy, is dying, still waiting for a wormhole connection to the rest of civilization. Now Taak must search for a secret hidden for half a billion years. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2004.

Sea of Rust DB89879 9 hours 46 minutes Page 39 of 88 by C. Robert Cargill read by Mare Trevathan In a world where every human is dead, two powerful supercomputers vie for control of the remaining robots. Brittle, a former nurse robot, is haunted by a difficult choice made in her past as she wanders the wasteland known as the Sea of Rust. Strong language and some violence. 2017.

A Closed and Common Orbit: Wayfarers, Book 2 DB88146 11 hours 32 minutes by Becky Chambers read by Rachel Dulude When Lovelace wakes up in a new body, she must learn to navigate the universe now that she is no longer merely a ship's artificial intelligence. She soon makes friends with an excitable engineer named Pepper. Sequel to The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet (DB88145). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet: Wayfarers, Book 1 DB88145 14 hours 26 minutes by Becky Chambers read by Rachel Dulude A crew of wormhole builders hops from planet to planet on its way to the job of a lifetime. The crew includes a young Martian woman and a pacifist captain. They travel against a backdrop of curious cultures and distant worlds. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Altered Starscape: Andromedan Dark, Book 1 DB88045 14 hours 24 minutes by Ian Douglas read by Joe Wilson Several decades after first contact, an expedition sets out for the Galactic Core to meet with the aliens. When the ship is sucked into a black hole, however, it emerges four billion years in the future. Earth is a distant memory, and those on the expedition fight for survival. Strong language and some violence. 2016.

Survival Game DB88087 10 hours 53 minutes by Gary Gibson read by Jason Culp Due to her classified knowledge of alternative worlds, Russian scientist Katya is being blackmailed into working as a spy. Her new assignment is to hunt down a Page 40 of 88 mysterious artifact on an alternate Earth. Sequel to Extinction Game (DB85478). Strong language, some violence, and some descriptions of sex. 2016.

An Excess Male DB89823 13 hours 51 minutes by Maggie Shen King read by Bill Quinn By 2030, China is overrun with single men as a result of the One Child Policy. Wei-guo steadfastly believes that he will find love, despite the odds. After saving enough for a dowry, Wei-guo is able to enter matchmaking talks to become a third husband. Explicit descriptions of sex and some strong language. 2017.

Cat Pictures Please and Other Stories DB86979 11 hours 36 minutes by Naomi Kritzer read by Joe Peck Collection of seventeen short stories includes the Hugo Award-winning "Cat Pictures Please," which speculates about artificial intelligence born from search- engine histories. Also includes "Ace of Spades," "The Golem," "Wind," "In the Witch's Garden," and more. Some explicit descriptions of sex. 2017.

Everything Belongs to the Future DB87955 2 hours 34 minutes by Laurie Penny read by MacKenzie Beyer Those who can afford "the fix" have gained the ability to vastly extend their lifespans. A group of scruffy anarchists and the scientist who invented the treatment have a few surprises in store for them, however. Strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2016.

The Best of Connie Willis: Award-Winning Stories DB87784 16 hours 52 minutes by Connie Willis read by various narrators A collection of short fiction from award-winning author Connie Willis, whose work includes screwball comedy, profound tragedy, cutting-edge science, romance, and more. All ten stories in this collection have won the Hugo, the Nebula, or both. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

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Crosstalk DB87785 18 hours 47 minutes by Connie Willis read by Mia Barron A simple outpatient procedure that has been shown to increase empathy between romantic partners has become very popular, and Briddey is delighted when her boyfriend suggests undergoing it before getting engaged. Briddey unexpectedly finds herself connected to someone else, however, and discovers the dark side of too much information. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Short Stories The King Is Always above the People: Stories DB90076 6 hours 56 minutes by Daniel Alarcón read by David DeSantos A collection of stories that deal with politics, immigration, broken dreams, betrayal, family secrets, gangs, doomed love, and more. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Her Body and Other Parties: Stories DB86967 8 hours 44 minutes by Carmen Maria Machado read by Amy Landon A collection of short stories that tear down the boundaries between psychological realism and science fiction, comedy and horror, and fantasy and fables. National Book Award Finalist. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Heavenly Date: And Other Flirtations DB87782 7 hours 6 minutes by Alexander McCall Smith read by various narrators A collection of nine stories about dating. The emotions in these tales run from the thrill of finding happiness to the humiliation and loneliness of rejection. In the title story, a young woman staying in Italy is impregnated by an angel. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1995.

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A collection of four short stories from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author. A professor confronts a young plagiarist. A realtor faces an ominous medical prognosis. An academic is conned by his estranged brother. A writer struggles with his wife's illness and his own career. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Spies and Espionage A Time for Patriots DB89704 11 hours 36 minutes by Dale Brown read by David Hartley-Margolin Retired U.S. Air Force lieutenant general Patrick McLanahan and his son, Bradley, join the fray to put an end to a homegrown group of militiamen attacking government agencies. Meanwhile, President Phoenix faces difficult leadership decisions and the theft of radioactive materials. Sequel to Executive Intent (DB71714). Some violence and some strong language. 2011.

The Hot Country DB88131 10 hours 48 minutes by Robert Olen Butler read by Ray Chase Christopher Marlowe Cobb, also known as Kit, is a swashbuckling newspaper war correspondent in the early 1900s. While traveling in Mexico, Cobb witnesses a man attempting to murder a priest. Subsequently, he investigates the German officials entering the city at night. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

The Star of Istanbul DB88132 12 hours 48 minutes by Robert Olen Butler read by Ray Chase With World War I in full swing, war correspondent and American spy Christopher Marlowe Cobb has been tasked with following a potential German secret service agent on a ship called Lusitania. While on board, he discovers a famed actress working for the Germans. Sequel to The Hot Country (DB88131). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

Suspense The Secret History of Las Vegas DB88184 9 hours 17 minutes Page 43 of 88 by Chris Abani read by Sunil Malhotra Encountering a pair of conjoined twins with a container of blood, Las Vegas detective Salazar is sure he has found the killers responsible for recent murders. He enlists the help of Dr. Sunil Singh, a South African transplant who specializes in the study of psychopaths. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Edgar Allan Poe Award. 2014.

Parting Shot DB89703 14 hours 19 minutes by Linwood Barclay read by Joe Wilson Promise Falls, New York. A naïve young man is knocked out by persons unknown, and an ominous message is tattooed on his back. Detective Barry Duckworth investigates. Meanwhile, PI Cal Weaver looks into the threats made to another man's family after the man kills a girl in a well-publicized car accident. Strong language and some violence. 2017.

Antisocial DB87941 6 hours 34 minutes by Jillian Blake read by Tara Sands Someone hacks the computer server of Alexandria Prep, the private school that Anna Soler and her friends attend—and slowly posts private information and secrets, targeting popular students who have been cruel to others. What was thought to be a joke quickly escalates, leaving everyone exposed, and Anna on the hunt for the hacker. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

Enigma DB89922 9 hours 31 minutes by Catherine Coulter read by Gregory Maupin Agent Savich rescues a pregnant woman in labor from a crazed man. The woman and her unidentified assailant—now in a coma—both enter the hospital, where he is almost killed and the baby is kidnapped. Meanwhile, two other agents search for an escaped convict in a national forest. Some violence. 2017.

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The Girl Who Takes an Eye for an Eye: A Lisbeth Salander Novel, Continuing Stieg Larsson's Millennium Series DB89014 10 hours 53 minutes by David Lagercrantz read by Simon Vance Justice-seeking hacker Lisbeth Salander has never been able to uncover the most telling facts of her traumatic childhood, the secrets that might finally, fully explain her past. Now, when she sees a chance to uncover them, she enlists the help of investigative journalist Mikael Blomkvist. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

The People vs. Alex Cross DB89732 8 hours 42 minutes by James Patterson read by Andre Blake Charged with gunning down followers of his nemesis, Gary Soneji, in cold blood, Alex Cross is being turned into the poster child for trigger-happy cops who think they're above the law. Cross knows it was self-defense—but will a jury see it that way? Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

The Undesired DB88191 10 hours 51 minutes by Yrsa Sigurdardottir read by various narrators Aldis hates her job at a juvenile detention center in rural, 1970s Iceland. The boys are difficult, the owners are unpleasant, and there are mysterious noises at night. And then two of the boys go astray. Decades later, single father Odinn is looking into alleged abuse at the center. Translated from Icelandic. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

The Blinds DB86981 11 hours 3 minutes by Adam Sternbergh read by Jeff Allin The Blinds is the nickname for an eight-year-old experimental community in Texas, populated with criminals and witnesses who have had crime-specific memories erased. A sheriff and two deputies oversee the town, but after two residents die by gunshot, investigators arrive. Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2017.

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Crime Song DB87779 8 hours 23 minutes by David Swinson read by Christopher Ryan Grant At his aunt's request, DC cop-turned-PI Frank Marr—who himself is a cocaine addict—conducts surveillance on his cousin Jeffrey and confirms he is involved in a small-time drug operation. Modest stuff, until Frank's own home is burglarized, leaving a body on the kitchen floor: Jeffrey. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

The Missing DB89930 11 hours 45 minutes by C.L. Taylor read by Jennifer Hubbard Six months after fifteen-year-old Billy went missing, his family is falling apart. Billy's older brother, Jake, is drinking and having problems with his girlfriend. His mother, Claire, is experiencing fugues as she frantically searches for Billy. Everyone is hiding secrets. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2016.

Westerns The Battle of Half Moon Mountain: Five Trails West, Book 2 DB90044 8 hours 58 minutes by James D. Crownover read by Eva Wilhelm The Harris family faces many dangers as they settle into life along the Little Red River. Their adventures include a battle with thieves, a Cherokee wedding, the rescue of a Kaw slave, and a fishing mishap. Sequel to Wild Ran the Rivers (DB86950). Some violence. 2015.

Brotherhood of Evil: The Family Jensen DB88034 7 hours 35 minutes by William W. Johnstone read by Jack Fox When the Jensen boys are away on travel, the family homestead is targeted by numerous lowlifes. Among them is Jonas Trask, a former army doctor, who kidnaps Sally Jensen and lies in wait for the Jensens to return. Sequel to Hard Ride to Hell and Massacre Canyon (DB79400). Violence and strong language. 2015.

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The Great Train Massacre: Matt Jensen; the Last Mountain Man DB89702 9 hours 57 minutes by William W. Johnstone read by Joe Wilson The wealthy John Gillespie is seeking protection. Matt Jensen agrees to escort John and his lovely daughter on a railway trip. The journey will be anything but peaceful, however. Sequel to Massacre at Powder River; Eyes of Texas; Torture Town (DB79947). Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2016.

Preacher's Hellstorm DB89679 9 hours 13 minutes by William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone read by Ray Foushee Preacher rescues a woman he once loved twenty years earlier from the Blackfoot. He soon learns that her son is actually his as well. To save the family he did not previously know he possessed, Preacher stands with the Absaroka against the Blackfoot. Sequel to Preacher’s Bloodbath (DB84847). Violence and strong language. 2017.

Terror of the Mountain Man; Bloodshed of the Mountain Man; Brutal Night of the Mountain Man DB89763 29 hours 12 minutes by William W. Johnstone read by Joe Wilson In Terror of the Mountain Man, a Mexican revolutionary goes on a killing spree and steals a thousand cattle—including hundreds belonging to Smoke Jensen. Smoke pursues the thief across the border. Also includes Bloodshed of the Mountain Man and Brutal Night of the Mountain Man. Some violence and some strong language. 2016.

Louis L'Amour's Lost Treasures, Volume 1: Unfinished Manuscripts, Mysterious Stories, and Lost Notes from One of the World's Most Popular Novelists DB89890 15 hours 7 minutes by Louis L'Amour and Beau L'Amour read by Doug Tisdale Jr. A collection of unpublished works by the late writer of Westerns. The author's son, Beau L'Amour, uses L'Amour's handwritten notes, journal entries, and correspondence to provide biographical context and speculation about potential

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Adult Nonfiction

Adventure Island of the Blue Foxes: Disaster and Triumph on the World's Greatest Scientific Expedition DB89836 11 hours 1 minute by Stephen R. Bown read by Kerry Dukin Chronicle of the eighteenth-century Russian scientific expedition to the North Pacific Ocean and North America, known both as the Great Northern Expedition and the Second Kamchatka Expedition. Details the career of leader Vitus Bering, discoveries made by naturalist Georg Steller, and the challenges faced by the crew. 2017.

Total Cat Mojo: The Ultimate Guide to Life with Your Cat DB89932 10 hours 50 minutes by Jackson Galaxy read by Gregory Maupin The star of TV's My Cat from Hell provides a comprehensive guide to cat care. Explains how to eliminate common problems cat owners experience by understanding instinctive feline behaviors. Includes arcane facts, science, animal psychology, and illustrative anecdotes. 2017.

The Education of Will: A Mutual Memoir of a Woman and Her Dog DB89606 7 hours 54 minutes by Patricia B. McConnell read by Maggy Stacy An animal behaviorist describes her experiences training her eight-week-old border collie puppy, Will. In dealing with Will's fears and anxieties, she real- izes he is in part reflecting her own. Training Will helps her to confront the traumas of her own past. Violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2017.

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Cesar Millan's Lessons from the Pack: Stories of the Dogs Who Changed My Life DB87669 6 hours 8 minutes by Cesar Millan read by Robert Sams Dog trainer and author of Be the Pack Leader (DB65205) talks about the dogs that have made the biggest impact on his life. Includes Daisy, the dog that helped him get his first job in the US, and Daddy, the pit bull featured on his TV show Dog Whisperer. 2017.

Arts The Apparitionists: A Tale of Phantoms, Fraud, Photography, and the Man Who Captured Lincoln's Ghost DB89786 8 hours 37 minutes by Peter Manseau read by Bob Moore Chronicle of the convergence of the development of photography and Spiritualism resulting in spirit photography, as exemplified by William H. Mumler, who was put on trial for fraud and larceny in 1869. Discusses the U.S. Civil War, religious sentiment, historical luminaries, and Mumler's trial. 2017.

Astronomy Planets: A Very Short Introduction DB86508 4 hours 24 minutes by David A. Rothery read by Lou Harpenau Space scientist and lecturer shares what is known of the origin, evolution, and present-day condition of the planets in our solar system. Discusses the officially recognized eight planets, as well as other bodies large enough to behave similarly. Compares exoplanetary systems—planets orbiting other stars—with our own Sun's family. 2010.

Astrophysics for People in a Hurry DB89846 3 hours 43 minutes by Neil deGrasse Tyson read by Neil deGrasse Tyson Author of Merlin's Tour of the Universe (DB85038) explains astrophysics concepts in a condensed and easily digestible manner intended for people with limited time to read about the subject. Topics covered include the big bang, light, Page 49 of 88 the space between galaxies, dark matter, the solar system, and more. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2017.

Biography Poetry Will Save Your Life: A Memoir DB89837 5 hours 47 minutes by Jill Bialosky read by Jill Fox Poet and novelist of The Prize (DB83859) recalls specific poems that she encountered at key moments in her life and the ways in which they informed her experiences. This work serves as both a memoir and an anthology and includes the texts of fifty-one poems that she has selected. 2017.

Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers DB89827 10 hours 44 minutes by Deborah Heiligman read by George Holmes Presents the complex and enduring sibling relationship between Vincent and Theo van Gogh. Throughout his life, Theo supported his artistic but troubled older brother, Vincent, as a painter and as a man. The two remained close, even as hardships and health issues plagued them. For senior high and older readers. 2017.

Clausewitz: A Very Short Introduction DB86461 3 hours 13 minutes by Michael Howard read by Bill Wallace British military historian explains the theories of Karl von Clausewitz (1780– 1831), the Prussian officer who wrote the classic treatise On War. Argues that, despite their limitations, Clausewitz's pragmatic insights on strategy and tactics are classic and for all time. 1983.

The Secrets of My Life DB87778 8 hours 33 minutes by Caitlyn Jenner read by various narrators The author, who was born Bruce Jenner and became a woman in 2015, reflects on the inner conflict she experienced growing up in an era of rigidly defined gender identities, and the cruel irony of being hailed by an entire nation as the ultimate symbol of manhood. She shares her life story, including winning Olympic gold in Page 50 of 88 the decathlon, her marriage to Kris Kardashian, and her odyssey to a new gender identity. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Shooting Ghosts: A U.S. Marine, a Combat Photographer, and Their Journey Back from War DB88832 13 hours 5 minutes by Finbarr O'Reilly and Thomas J. Brennan read by various narrators A joint memoir by a U.S. Marine and a war photographer. Discusses their friendship, which was formed during patrols in the Helmand province of Afghanistan and deepened as both men dealt with the fallout from their time spent in Iraq and Afghanistan. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

The Nine of Us: Growing Up Kennedy DB86952 5 hours 3 minutes by Jean Kennedy Smith read by Laura Godfrey Dunlop Jean Kennedy Smith, daughter of Joe and Rose Kennedy, describes her childhood. Includes discussions of daily family rituals, sibling relationships, and the values that her parents worked to instill in all of the children. 2016.

The Unsettlers: In Search of the Good Life in Today's America DB88192 10 hours 54 minutes by Mark Sundeen read by Mark Sundeen A compilation of stories about people who have taken drastic or difficult paths to change their lives and seek simplicity, authenticity, and sustainability. Discusses a couple who purchased a homestead, one that turned to urban farming in Detroit, and one that navigates the reality of raising a family ethically. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Blindness and Physical Disabilities In Sickness and in Health: Love, Disability, and a Quest to Understand the Perils and Pleasures of Interabled Romance DB90126 8 hours 13 minutes by Ben Mattlin read by Rene Ruiz The author describes his experiences as a husband and a parent with spinal muscular atrophy. Discusses the surprise and questioning he often faces, as well as the ways his condition does and does not affect his relationship. Also Page 51 of 88 interviews other couples with mixed abilities, ethnic backgrounds, and orientations. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2018.

Business and Economics The Looting Machine: Warlords, Oligarchs, Corporations, Smugglers, and the Theft of Africa's Wealth DB87525 13 hours 40 minutes by Tom Burgis read by Joe Peck Journalist for the Financial Times examines the mineral and fossil fuel riches of Africa and the consolidation of power both in the governments of individual countries and in the companies that lease rights to exploit the deposits at the expense of everyday citizens. Analyzes the social impacts of these policies. 2015.

Principles: Life and Work DB89689 19 hours 22 minutes by Ray Dalio read by Patrick Downer The founder of hedge fund Bridgewater Associates presents the principles he has developed over the course of his life that guide his personal and business decisions. Discusses building the business from humble roots to a billion-dollar company. Some strong language. Bestseller. 2017.

Inventing Joy: Dare to Build a Brave and Creative Life DB89878 6 hours 7 minutes by Joy Mangano read by Mare Trevathan Inventor and subject of the 2015 movie Joy shares lessons she has learned over the course of her life. Discusses the way she observes life around her for inspiration, the impact of her family on decisions she has made, and risky business choices. 2017.

An American Sickness: How Healthcare Became Big Business and How You Can Take It Back DB87737 13 hours 40 minutes by Elisabeth Rosenthal read by Nancy Linari Examines the business practices of the $3 trillion American healthcare system. Uses patient case studies to illustrate the individual cost of health care and the money used for lobbying and advertising of services and drugs. Presents policy Page 52 of 88 suggestions for patient-centered health care and advocacy. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Career and Job Training Tribe of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best in the World DB87960 19 hours 34 minutes by Timothy Ferriss read by Bob Moore Author of Tools of Titans (DB87359) presents short profiles of experts in their fields answering questions on absurd things they love, one-hundred-dollar purchases that have positively affected their lives, favorite failures, worthwhile investments, and others. Includes profiles of Terry Crews, Neil Gaiman, Aisha Tyler, and more. Bestseller. 2017.

Curators: Behind the Scenes of Natural History Museums DB88084 12 hours 7 minutes by Lance Grande read by Jeremy Gage Curator at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago shares the experiences in his personal career and explains the value of research science. Discusses what led him to becoming a curator in a natural history museum, the education necessary, and his day-to-day work. Addresses challenges faced by those in the field, now and in the future. 2017.

Consumerism Dollars and Sense: How We Misthink Money and How to Spend Smarter DB89789 9 hours 57 minutes by Dan Ariely and Jeff Kreisler read by Jeff Allin Ariely, author of Predictably Irrational (DB66153) and The Upside of Irrationality (DB72247), and lawyer Kreisler present strategies for reexamining our relationship with money. Uses case studies to highlight mistakes made when making a financial decision and offers science-based solutions on making better choices. 2017.

Cooking Not Your Mother's Slow Cooker Cookbook: Revised and Expanded Edition DB87396 21 hours 55 minutes by Beth Hensperger and Julie Kaufmann read by Mary Kane Page 53 of 88

Collection of recipes using a slow cooker. Includes a discussion of cooking with moist or dry heat, information on the components of a slow cooker, and advice on employing one. Recipes include an introductory paragraph and notes on serving size, type of cooker, setting, and cook time. 2016.

The Reporter's Kitchen DB90024 10 hours 15 minutes by Jane Kramer read by Kerry Dukin Collection of food-centered essays previously published in The New Yorker. Covering the breadth of Kramer's career, these pieces discuss a writing retreat in Umbria, hosting Thanksgiving celebrations around the world, and profiles of culinary personalities. 2017.

Crime Murder, Interrupted DB87977 5 hours 44 minutes by James Patterson read by Jay Snyder Two true-crime stories as seen on Discovery's Murder Is Forever television series. In "Murder Interrupted," cheating financier Frank Howard wants his wife dead, and he's willing to pay whatever it takes. In "Mother of All Murders," a chronically ill teenager realizes she isn't actually sick. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2018.

Diet and Nutrition Tiny and Full: Expanded Edition; Eat More, Weigh Less, and Turn Off Hunger All Day DB87448 10 hours 19 minutes by Jorge Cruise read by Jeff Allin Admitting that the only way to get a small waistline is to cut calories, a fitness and nutrition expert suggests eating foods that are low in calories but big in size to feel full and satisfied. Includes recipes, a twelve-week meal plan, grocery lists, workouts, and testimonials. 2017.

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General Networks: A Very Short Introduction DB86323 4 hours 0 minutes by Guido Caldarelli and Michele Catanzaro read by Michael Scherer Physics professor and journalist discuss the nature and variety of networks, including ecosystems, the Internet, global financial markets, and the human genome. They describe the traits all networks share, and look at the hazards of instability and malfunction. Also discuss the predictive power of network theory and applications for research. 2012.

Government and Politics You Can't Spell America without Me: The Really Tremendous Inside Story of My Fantastic First Year as President Donald J. Trump (A So-Called Parody) DB89948 6 hours 0 minutes by Alec Baldwin and Kurt Andersen read by various narrators A satirical presidential memoir from the fictional perspective of President Donald Trump. Discusses Trump's first year as president, his campaign, his relationship with the media, his family relationships, and more. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

The Three Lives of James Madison: Genius, Partisan, President DB89946 34 hours 14 minutes by Noah Feldman read by John H. Mayer A discussion of the significant changes James Madison brought about in politics as a founder, a partisan, and as the first wartime president. Examines his work with the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, founding of the Democratic- Republican Party, foreign policy as president, and other endeavors. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Why We Don't Suck: And How All of Us Need to Stop Being Such Partisan Little Bitches DB87972 6 hours 39 minutes by Denis Leary read by Denis Leary

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A comedian takes a humorous look at both liberals and conservatives, ripping apart the early-twenty-first-century "Right Wing Nutjob versus Left Wing Snowflake" approach to politics. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Let Trump Be Trump: The Inside Story of His Rise to the Presidency DB87976 7 hours 43 minutes by Corey R. Lewandowski and David N. Bossie read by Peter Berkrot Former presidential campaign manager and former deputy campaign manager provide insider accounts of Trump's successful 2016 bid for the presidency. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2017.

Tell Me How It Ends: An Essay in Forty Questions DB89841 2 hours 56 minutes by Valeria Luiselli read by Kerry Dukin The author presents forty questions and the answers that she received from undocumented Latin American children facing deportation from the United States. Discusses the difficulties faced by these young individuals and examines U.S. immigration issues. 2017.

Politics: A Very Short Introduction DB86541 4 hours 19 minutes by Kenneth Minogue read by Kurt Elftmann Professor of political science describes the development of politics, from the ancient Greeks and Romans to the twentieth century. Discusses the emergence of Christianity, the rise of the individual, and the construction of the modern nation. Contrasts politics with morality and ideology. Explains the work of political scientists. 1995.

Democracy: Stories from the Long Road to Freedom DB88158 12 hours 57 minutes by Condoleezza Rice read by various narrators The former American secretary of state examines the global struggle for democracy and discusses the reason she feels America must support the cause of human freedom. Explores the various pathways that countries take on the road to democracy. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

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This Fight Is Our Fight: The Battle to Save America's Middle Class DB88189 10 hours 47 minutes by Elizabeth Warren read by Elizabeth Warren Massachusetts senator recounts her views on how the middle class of the early twenty-first century grew strong, indicts those undermining working families, and describes her own battles in the Senate. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Game of Thorns: The Inside Story of Hillary Clinton's Failed Campaign and Donald Trump's Winning Strategy DB87231 13 hours 30 minutes by Doug Wead read by Doug Wead Examines the 2016 American presidential race. Conservative commentator Wead discusses his views on the media's role in the race, their investment in Clinton's race, the success of Trump's campaign, and how Trump managed to rise to power despite the odds. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Journalism and the Media Journalism: A Very Short Introduction DB86477 5 hours 22 minutes by Ian Hargreaves read by Laura Adducci Journalist-turned-academic sums up the history of journalism and the challenges it faces in the twenty-first century. Discusses the upheaval caused by the rise of "born-digital" news and advertising platforms, the "mediatization" of war, the tension between news and public relations, and the growing popularity of celebrity-focused infotainment. 2014.

Literature The Moth Presents All These Wonders: True Stories about Facing the Unknown DB87801 10 hours 30 minutes edited by Catherine Burns read by Michael Russotto A collection of stories from the twenty-year history of The Moth, a nonprofit organization devoted to storytelling that hosts live events, podcasts, and a public radio program. Contributors, both famous and not, share personal stories. Strong language. 2017.

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Why Poetry DB89834 7 hours 11 minutes by Matthew Zapruder read by Kurt Elftmann An award-winning poet argues for the accessibility of poetry and the importance of reading it for all people. Posits that the way many are taught to read poetry is the thing that hinders enjoyment. 2017.

Shakespeare's Comedies: A Very Short Introduction DB86801 4 hours 35 minutes by Bart van Es read by Kurt Elftmann English professor assesses Shakespeare's comic plays, discovering distinctive and unifying qualities among them. Explores Shakespeare's handling of setting; wit, jokes, puns, and double meanings; love and sex; time; and modes of characterization. Analyzes theories of comedy, from Aristotle to Freud and Bergson. Looks at comic components of the histories and tragedies. 2016.

Medicine and Health The History of Medicine: A Very Short Introduction DB86446 6 hours 17 minutes by William Bynum read by Jake Williams Former editor of the scholarly journal Medical History organizes this overview of the subject into the five kinds of medicine—bedside, library, hospital, community, and laboratory—and describes the way each developed. Offers examples from the time of Hippocrates to the early twenty-first century, when the cost of care has become an overriding concern. 2008.

Coping with Gender Dysphoria DB89788 2 hours 14 minutes by Ellen McGrody read by Bob Moore Defines gender dysphoria, gender presentation, and some of the challenges that people may face. Discusses different types of medical therapies in the transition or management of gender dysphoria and asserts the benefits of connecting with others and joining in communities. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2018.

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Adam's Navel: A Natural and Cultural History of the Human Form DB86990 13 hours 42 minutes by Michael Sims read by Ryan Dalusung The author of Apollo's Fire (DB66861) describes the human body from head to toe, adding cultural history to evolutionary theory. Analyzes the visible parts of the body, explaining the mechanics of anatomy, but also including the relevant the layers of mythology, religious lore, history, Darwinian theory, and popular culture—from Charlton Heston's hair to Chinese foot binding. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2003.

Music Never Look at the Empty Seats: A Memoir DB89931 8 hours 29 minutes by Charlie Daniels read by Jack Fox Country music legend Charlie Daniels, who was born in North Carolina in 1936, discusses his life and career. Famed for his song "The Devil Went Down to Georgia," Daniels shares stories of his music, the musicians with whom he collaborated, and the role of faith in his life. 2017.

Runnin' with the Devil: A Backstage Pass to the Wild Times, Loud Rock, and the Down and Dirty Truth behind the Making of Van Halen DB89690 10 hours 50 minutes by Noel E. Monk read by Steven Carpenter The former manager of the rock band Van Halen shares stories of their rise to fame. He joined the band in 1978 as they were just getting signed to a record contract and toured with them until singer David Lee Roth's departure in 1985. Strong language. 2017.

Chasin' the Bird: The Life and Legacy of Charlie Parker DB89919 10 hours 2 minutes by Brian Priestley read by Gregory Maupin British jazz critic analyzes the music of African American saxophonist Charlie "Bird" Parker (1920–1955), tracing Parker's contributions to jazz and bebop. Documents Parker's recordings and performances and describes his Kansas City Depression-era childhood, his first paid engagement at age fourteen, and his early addiction to alcohol and drugs. 2005. Page 59 of 88

Nature and the Environment The Inner Life of Animals: Love, Grief, and Compassion; Surprising Observations of a Hidden World DB89929 7 hours 24 minutes by Peter Wohlleben read by Bill Burton Author of The Hidden Life of Trees (DB86697) shares his observations of animal behavior. Examines the emotions perceived in mammals, birds, insects, and more. Translated from the original 2016 German edition. Bestseller. 2017.

Philosophy Poststructuralism: A Very Short Introduction DB86512 4 hours 24 minutes by Catherine Belsey read by Alec Volz Professor of critical and cultural theory presents an overview of the work of a group of European thinkers whose arguments challenged conventional theories of language, culture, and meaning itself. Discusses such figures as Louis Althusser, Roland Barthes, Jacques Derrida, Michel Foucault, Julia Kristeva, Jacques Lacan, and Jean-François Lyotard. 2002.

How to Win an Argument: An Ancient Guide to the Art of Persuasion DB88065 3 hours 6 minutes by Marcus Tullius Cicero read by Simon Vance Selections from the rhetorical wisdom of Roman orator Cicero, addressing debate and persuasion using proof based on rational argumentation, character, and emotion; the parts of a speech; plain, middle, and grand styles; and ways to engage a variety of audiences. Edited and translated by James. M. May. Originally published in Latin as De Inventione in 84 B.C.E. and De Oratore ad Quintum fratrem libri tres in 55 B.C.E. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

Objectivity: A Very Short Introduction DB86528 4 hours 4 minutes by Stephen Gaukroger read by James Konicek Professor of philosophy and the history of science explores the question of what objectivity is and how it has become central to philosophical thinking. Investigates whether modern science has shown there is no such thing as Page 60 of 88 objectivity. Inquires about the possibility of attaining objectivity in science, politics, ethics, and art. 2012.

Political Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction DB86510 4 hours 31 minutes by David Miller read by Lou Harpenau Professor of political theory explores fundamental questions about the nature and purpose of government. Why does democracy seem to be the best form of government? Which areas of life should be kept free of political interference? Considers the works of Hobbes, Mill, and Rousseau. Examines the impact of feminism and multiculturalism. 2003.

Poetry A Sunday in Purgatory DB87802 0 hours 57 minutes by Henry Morgenthau read by Bill Delaney The first collection of poems published by a ninety-nine-year-old poet, these thirty-eight verses combine memoir and reflections on aging, sexuality, and the tension between being part of a famous family and wanting to be an individual. 2016.

Naming Thy Name: Cross Talk in Shakespeare's Sonnets DB87598 9 hours 33 minutes by Elaine Scarry read by Steven Carpenter A discussion of the lover whom William Shakespeare addresses in so many of his love sonnets, immortalizing their love affair through repeated references. The author argues for an interpretation in which the beloved individual responds as well. 2016.

Psychology and Self-Help There Is No Good Card for This: What to Say and Do When Life Is Scary, Awful, and Unfair to People You Love DB88111 4 hours 56 minutes by Kelsey Crowe and Emily McDowell read by Gary Tipton A guide for people trying to help friends and family through difficult life experiences. Includes general advice, tools for developing empathy, and exam- Page 61 of 88 ples of what specific things you should say, as well as things you really shouldn't. 2017.

Religion I Say a Prayer for Me: One Woman's Life of Faith and Triumph DB87790 9 hours 26 minutes by Stanice Anderson read by Susan Spain Memoir of a woman who grew up in an upper-class home but turned to addic- tion and abusive relationships to drown out an unresolved pain. Discusses her acceptance of God into her life and her journey back to a stable life as a writer, inspirational speaker, and businesswoman. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2004.

Barking to the Choir: The Power of Radical Kinship DB86975 7 hours 36 minutes by Gregory Boyle read by Jon Pinnow The Jesuit priest who founded the gang-intervention program Homeboy Industries shares stories of those served by the program and the ways compassion has transformed their lives. Discusses the ongoing challenges faced by those in the program as well as the successes they have earned. Bestseller. 2017.

The Awakening of HK Derryberry: My Unlikely Friendship with the Boy Who Remembers Everything DB89886 5 hours 34 minutes by Jim Bradford read by David Hartley-Margolin Recounts the friendship that developed between Bradford, a retiree, and HK Derryberry, a young boy who has Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory in addition to having cerebral palsy and being blind from birth. Shares the challenges HK and his grandmother faced, as well as opportunities HK experienced as he grew up. 2016.

Imagine Heaven: Near-Death Experiences, God's Promises, and the Exhilarating Future That Awaits You DB87596 12 hours 11 minutes by John Burke read by Jeff Allin

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The pastor of a Texas church uses a combination of Christian scripture and stories of near-death experiences from people across faith systems to present an interpretation of Heaven. Recounts individual stories and then discusses the scriptural connections and conundrums they exemplify. 2015.

Between Heaven and the Real World: My Story DB89918 14 hours 21 minutes by Steven Curtis Chapman read by Jon Huffman Autobiography of Grammy Award-winning Christian music artist. Discusses his early life growing up in Kentucky, his music career, the loss of his daughter, Maria, in an accident at home, and the profound importance of his faith in God to guide him through the challenges and joys of life. 2017.

The Meaning of Belief: Religion from an Atheist's Point of View DB90108 4 hours 26 minutes by Tim Crane read by Lou Harpenau Philosopher examines what religion means to people of faith and the intellectual, ethical, and practical considerations atheists should take when interacting with religion and its practitioners. Topics include religion and the atheist's point of view, the religious impulse, identification, religion and violence, and the meaning of tolerance. 2017.

Paganism: A Very Short Introduction DB86530 6 hours 18 minutes by Owen Davies read by Gary Telles Professor of social history explores the changing meaning of the idea of paganism over two millennia. Created by the early Christian Church, it became a derogatory generality used to describe people outside the Christian orbit, sometimes justifying forced conversion, colonialism, and religious war. Discusses modern- day pagan revivals such as Wicca. 2011.

Pentecostalism: A Very Short Introduction DB86533 4 hours 48 minutes by William K. Kay read by Bob Moore Theology professor outlines the historical origins, rapid growth, and theological foundations of the Pentecostal movement, which were mostly rooted in the Page 63 of 88 twentieth century. Characterized by speaking in tongues, miracles, televangelists, and megachurches, Pentecostalism also embraces the empowerment of individuals, the liberation of women, and humanitarian concerns. Explores the movement's worldwide spread and expansion. 2011.

Christian Ethics: A Very Short Introduction DB86457 5 hours 25 minutes by D. Stephen Long read by Maggy Stacy Explores the sources of Christian moral principles in ancient Greek philosophy and Judaism, their historical development, and their application to modern concerns such as gay marriage and the capitalism-versus-socialism debate. Considers the lessons learned from ethical failures such as the Crusades and Christianity's tolerance of slavery. 2010.

Pilgrimage: A Very Short Introduction DB86507 4 hours 10 minutes by Ian Reader read by Lou Harpenau Professor of religious studies examines the impulses that lead millions of people every year to journey to religious pilgrimage sites such as Mecca, in Saudi Arabia; Lourdes, in France; and Shikoku, in Japan. Also looks at the development of secular centers, including Graceland, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and Robben Island. 2015.

Science and Technology Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow DB87653 17 hours 44 minutes by Yuval Noah Harari read by Terry Donnelly Author of Sapiens (DB81335) examines the grand projects, dreams, and nightmares facing the human race at the beginning of the twenty-first century. Discusses changing economies, the role of faith systems, and humanity's interconnectedness with the world around itself. Translated from the original 2015 Hebrew edition. Bestseller. 2017.

Whiplash: How to Survive Our Faster Future DB87543 8 hours 19 minutes by Joi Ito and Jeff Howe read by Kurt Elftmann Page 64 of 88

Ito, director of MIT's Media Lab, and Howe, a visiting scholar there, posit that the digital age has rendered assumptions formed during the age of coal, steel, and easy prosperity useless and counterproductive. Provide nine organizing principles for navigating the hastening shift in technologies and communication platforms, using historical turning points to illustrate them. 2016.

Plate Tectonics: A Very Short Introduction DB86509 4 hours 12 minutes by Peter Molnar read by Lou Harpenau Geology professor explains the development of scientific plate-tectonics theory from its genesis in the 1912 theory of continental drift. Charts the emergence in the 1960s of the understanding of the movements of separate plates of lithosphere over underlying, weaker, hotter material. Discusses the relevance of volcanoes and earthquakes. 2015.

The Periodic Table: A Very Short Introduction DB86534 5 hours 33 minutes by Eric R. Scerri read by Gary Telles Lecturer in chemistry and the history of science describes the development of the periodic table and explains its importance in chemistry and physics. Notes the contributions of scientists such as John Dalton, who in 1801 published the beginnings of modern atomic theory; as well as Dimitri Mendeleev; Niels Bohr; and others. 2011.

Relativity: A Very Short Introduction DB86631 3 hours 27 minutes by Russell Stannard read by Mark Ashby Physicist and professor sets out to make Einstein's special and general theories of relativity accessible and understandable, using minimal mathematics. Explores the theories' impact on science and our contemporary understanding of the universe. Explains the formula E=mc² and ventures into the concepts of curved space-time and black holes. 2008.

Social Sciences Peace: A Very Short Introduction DB86504 4 hours 33 minutes by Oliver P. Richmond Page 65 of 88 read by Lou Harpenau Professor of peace and conflict studies explores the evolution and many dimensions of the concept of peace. Challenges the view that war is the natural state of humanity. Maintains that peace has been at the center of human experience, with a sophisticated version of peace now widely accepted. 2014.

Myth: A Very Short Introduction DB86167 4 hours 48 minutes by Robert A. Segal read by Michael Scherer Professor of religious studies discusses why and how myths arise. Examines their functions and the meanings they convey. Draws on theorists such as Sigmund Freud, Joseph Campbell, and Claude Lévi-Strauss. Looks at the role of myth in philosophy, literature, politics, science, and more. Second edition. First published in 2004. 2015.

Dark Continent of Our Bodies: Black Feminism and the Politics of Respectability DB87096 8 hours 23 minutes by E. Frances White read by Dawn Ursula Four essays by a black lesbian feminist historian look at black feminism—its roots, its role, and its implications. White critiques major black feminist writings and discusses black feminist theory; the history and intersection of science, race, and womanhood; African American nationalism; and the impact of race on sexuality. 2001.

Sports and Recreation Coach Wooden and Me: Our Fifty-Year Friendship On and Off the Court DB88135 6 hours 2 minutes by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar read by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar When the NBA star author was in high school, he decided to attend UCLA, largely because of the reputation of its basketball coach, John Wooden. Wooden coached the author to three NCAA championships, but they also built a friendship and mentoring relationship that endured until Wooden's death. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

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Furious George: My Forty Years Surviving NBA Divas, Clueless GMs, and Poor Shot Selection DB87958 8 hours 42 minutes by George Karl read by Patrick Downer An NBA coach known for being outspoken shares anecdotes from the world of basketball. He also discusses the two battles he fought against cancer and voices his regrets that because he was so focused on his career, there was little time left for his family. Strong language. 2017.

Stage and Screen All the Pieces Matter: The Inside Story of The Wire DB90268 12 hours 42 minutes by Jonathan Abrams read by various narrators History of the now-iconic HBO crime drama The Wire—which ended in 2008— as told by the actors, writers, directors, and others involved in its creation. Discusses the issues it tackled, from the failures of the drug war and criminal justice system to systemic bias in law enforcement and other social institutions. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2018.

Empire of Dreams: The Epic Life of Cecil B. DeMille DB89791 28 hours 44 minutes by Scott Eyman read by Robert Sams A film historian and author of Lion of Hollywood (DB61573) presents a biography of legendary film producer-director DeMille (1881–1959). Discusses DeMille's reputation for lavish productions at Paramount Pictures and addresses his politics, including his cooperation with McCarthy's hunt for Communists in Hollywood. Some strong language. 2010.

High Noon: The Hollywood Blacklist and the Making of an American Classic DB87593 16 hours 13 minutes by Glenn Frankel read by Robert Sams Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Searchers (DB76467) examines the 1952 Western film High Noon, starring Gary Cooper. He argues that the movie's tale of integrity in the face of intimidation was intended as a deliberate refutation of the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC). Some strong language. 2017. Page 67 of 88

The Last Black Unicorn DB90101 6 hours 37 minutes by Tiffany Haddish read by Kay Kerimian Comedian and actress tells her story of growing up in South Central Los Angeles. After her mother suffered a brain injury caused by her stepfather, the author lived in foster care and relied on her humor to survive. Strong language, some violence, and some explicit descriptions of sex. Bestseller. 2017.

Believe Me: A Memoir of Love, Death, and Jazz Chickens DB88155 14 hours 41 minutes by Eddie Izzard read by Eddie Izzard British comedian and actor opens up about his life and career. His childhood was unsettled by the death of his mother and his father's constant travel for work, but Izzard was drawn to comedy. He also discusses how he came out as a transvestite. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

Razzle Dazzle: The Battle for Broadway DB88018 18 hours 55 minutes by Michael Riedel read by Brit Herring Chronicle of the rise, fall, and revitalization of Broadway theater. Focuses on the Shubert and Nederlander families along with the history of corruption investigations, profiles of persons of note, and influential shows. Some strong language. 2015.

Travel One Dry Season: In the Footsteps of Mary Kingsley DB87796 12 hours 26 minutes by Caroline Alexander read by Lisette Lecat A retracing of the adventures of Victorian explorer Mary Kingsley (1862–1900) through the modern nation of Gabon, particularly along the Ogooué River. Includes descriptions of what the travel would have been like in Kingsley's time. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

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The Temporary Bride: A Memoir of Love and Food in Iran DB87920 7 hours 34 minutes by Jennifer Klinec read by Laurence Bouvard Memoir of a woman who left her corporate job to launch a cooking school out of her London flat. Describes traveling to Iran to learn Persian recipes, and ending up falling in love with the son of her hostess. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

U.S. History City of Dreams: The 400-Year Epic History of Immigrant New York DB87798 24 hours 39 minutes by Tyler Anbinder read by George Guidall From its beginnings as Peter Minuit's tiny settlement of 1626 to a city with more than three million foreign-born residents today, New York City has been built by immigration. The author recounts its history, profiles famous and forgotten immigrants, and celebrates the accomplishments of these relocated individuals. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

The Accidental President: Harry S. Truman and the Four Months that Changed the World DB89835 14 hours 25 minutes by A.J. Baime read by Lou Harpenau An account of Truman's first four months as president during the climax of World War II. Discusses his involvement in the founding of the United Nations, the Potsdam Conference, the Manhattan Project, the Nazi surrender, and the decision to bomb Japan. 2017.

Thunder at the Gates: The Black Civil War Regiments that Redeemed America DB88573 13 hours 14 minutes by Douglas R. Egerton read by Sean Crisden An account of the 54th and 55th Massachusetts Infantry and the 5th Massachusetts Cavalry regiments that were led by white officers but composed of black soldiers. Discusses the importance of these regiments for both the Civil War

Page 69 of 88 and the battles being fought on the field of public opinion. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2016.

A Savage War: A Military History of the Civil War DB87397 24 hours 12 minutes by Williamson Murray and Wayne Wei-siang Hsieh read by Robert Sams A narrative recounting of the American Civil War, beginning with the first shots fired at Fort Sumter and continuing until Lee’s surrender at Appomattox. Examines the influence of the Industrial Revolution and the French Revolution on the way the war was waged, as well as the roles of many key figures. 2016.

An African American and Latinx History of the United States DB90124 9 hours 7 minutes by Paul Ortiz read by J.D. Jackson The author covers over two hundred years of American history, reexamining the roles of Latin America, Africa, and the Caribbean in the development of the United States. Also challenges accepted descriptions of the roles of African American, Latinx, and indigenous voices throughout U.S. history. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2018.

Blood Brothers: The Story of the Strange Friendship between Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill DB89925 9 hours 57 minutes by Deanne Stillman read by Ray Foushee The story of the unlikely friendship of Buffalo Bill Cody and Sitting Bull in the 1880s while performing in Cody’s Wild West show. Discusses, among other things, Annie Oakley’s role in their relationship, the rise of the Native American rights movement, and Sitting Bull’s assassination. 2017.

A More Beautiful and Terrible History: The Uses and Misuses of Civil Rights History DB90128 11 hours 20 minutes by Jeanne Theoharis read by Kim Staunton Historian dissects the myths surrounding the American civil rights movement and some of its most celebrated figures, such as Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King

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Jr. She discusses the diversity of those participants, the work involved, the role of the media, and more. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2018.

Women's Concerns Because I Was a Girl: True Stories for Girls of All Ages DB90019 4 hours 23 minutes edited by Melissa de la Cruz read by Erin Jones Collection of writings from an impressive array of girls and women who are trailblazers in their fields, from bestselling authors to engineers and many more. They share their personal stories, discussing the barriers they have faced and the dreams they have realized. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2017.

World History Huế 1968: A Turning Point of the American War in Vietnam DB89609 18 hours 48 minutes by Mark Bowden read by Joe Barrett An account from the Vietnam War of the capture and retaking of Huế during the North Vietnamese series of attacks known as the Tết Offensive. Describes American troops' fight to reclaim the city, block by block and building by building. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2017.

France: A Modern History from the Revolution to the War with Terror DB87260 24 hours 42 minutes by Jonathan Fenby read by Suzanne Toren Historian recounts two centuries of French history following the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. Analyzes the end of the first revolution and the entirety of two more, the return of empire, three wars with Germany, and the country’s more recent struggles with its role within the European Union, among other things. 2015.

The Story of Egypt: The Civilization That Shaped the World DB87245 20 hours 56 minutes by Joann Fletcher read by Emily Ellet An overview of the history of Egypt that charts the rise and fall of the ancient civilization. The author uncovers evidence of female pharaohs, an ancient version

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Charlemagne DB87439 27 hours 5 minutes by Johannes Fried read by Ken Kliban A historian examines the life of the legendary Frankish king and emperor. Discusses the large role that Charlemagne’s Christian faith played in his policies and projects, despite the fact that Charlemagne was a warrior who also enjoyed physical indulgence. 2016.

God's Wolf: The Life of the Most Notorious of All Crusaders, Scourge of Saladin DB89829 8 hours 53 minutes by Jeffrey Lee read by Michael Scherer An account of the role of Reynald de Chatillon in the Crusades. Recounts his joining the Second Crusade and subsequent rise through the ranks. Discusses whether his historical reputation as a bloodthirsty maniac is deserved. Some violence. 2016.

Caught in the Revolution: Petrograd, Russia, 1917—A World on the Edge DB88082 15 hours 57 minutes by Helen Rappaport read by Catherine Byers Using eyewitness accounts, recounts the outbreak of the Russian Revolution. Examines the diaries and letters of individuals from many walks of life, including journalists, diplomats, businessmen, bankers, governesses, volunteer nurses, and expatriate socialites. 2016.

The Napoleonic Wars: A Very Short Introduction DB86322 4 hours 40 minutes by Mike Rapport read by Peter Holdway Historian provides an overview of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars of 1792–1815. Discusses the origins and the progressions of these conflicts, with special emphasis on the career of Napoleon Bonaparte, who rose from minor nobility in Corsica to become the most powerful ruler in Europe. 2013.

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Magna Carta: A Very Short Introduction DB86436 4 hours 39 minutes by Nicholas Vincent read by Stephen Van Doren The origins of the Magna Carta, issued by the villainous King John of England in 1215, and its importance in its own time and since. Dispels myths about the charter and details its initial failure and later revival under Henry III. Includes an English translation of the original charter. 2012.

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Books for Children

Listed books were recently sent to cooperating libraries. Books and magazines are also available for immediate download from the NLS Braille and Audio Reading Download (BARD) site at https://nlsbard.loc.gov. To order books or sign up for BARD, contact your local cooperating library. Regional library telephone numbers and email addresses are listed on the last pages of this magazine. Books are listed alphabetically within the headings Children’s Fiction and Children’s Nonfiction by subject category, author last name, and title. For example, the title Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown would be listed in Children’s Fiction under the Classics subject category and by the last name Brown.

Children’s Fiction

Adventure Coco: The Junior Novelization DB89787 2 hours 28 minutes by Angela Cervantes read by Jonathan Taylor Miguel wants to be a musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz. Wanting to prove his talent, he finds himself in the Land of the Dead, where he begins an adventure with a trickster he meets along the way. Adaptation of the Disney and Pixar Animation Studios film. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 2017.

Zoey and Sassafras, Books 1–3 DB87641 2 hours 40 minutes by Asia Citro read by Mare Trevathan In Dragons and Marshmallows, budding young scientist Zoey and her cat, Sassafras, use science experiments to help a dragon. A monster needs a problem solved in time to go to a ball in Monsters and Mold. In Merhorses and Bubbles, magical creatures in a stream are in danger. For grades K-3. 2017.

World at War, 1944: Magic Tree House Super Edition, Book 1 DB88254 3 hours 4 minutes by Mary Pope Osborne

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Penelope March Is Melting DB87951 5 hours 39 minutes by Jeffrey Michael Ruby read by Kristin Allison Twelve-year-old bookworm Penelope becomes an unlikely hero when the iceberg she calls home starts to melt, and she must save it from a sinister force. For grades 4-7. 2017.

Black Panther: The Young Prince DB89979 5 hours 46 minutes by Ronald L. Smith read by Dion Graham Twelve-year-old T'Challa, the young prince and future Black Panther of Wakanda, is sent with his best friend M'Baku to school in America. When strange things begin happening around school, T'Challa sets out to uncover the source. Commercial audiobook. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2018.

Animals and Wildlife The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet!/¡El Gallo Que No Se Callaba! DB86989 0 hours 28 minutes by Carmen Agra Deedy read by Tony Chiroldes In this bilingual tale, the mayor of La Paz—a noisy village—institutes new laws forbidding all singing. But a brave little rooster decides he must sing, regardless of the punishment. For grades K-3. Spanish/English language. (En este cuento bilingüe, el alcalde de La Paz —un pueblo ruidoso— instituye nuevas leyes que prohíben todo canto. Pero un gallo valiente decide que debe cantar, independientemente del castigo. Para los grados K-3. Español/Inglés.) 2017.

Moonlight Brigade: The Wild Ones DB90137 4 hours 14 minutes by C. Alexander London read by various narrators Kit has saved Ankle Snap Alley from the Flealess, but more danger is on the way. It's time for him to step up to fight off Coyote's threat and to restart the Moonlight Page 75 of 88

Brigade in the process. Sequel to The Wild Ones (DB89072). Commercial audiobook. For grades 3-6. 2016.

The Rainbow Fish DB89911 0 hours 9 minutes by Marcus Pfister read by Joe Peck Shunned by the other fish when he refuses to give away even one of his beau- tiful scales, the Rainbow Fish visits a wise octopus to get advice on sharing and friendship. Translated from the original German edition. For preschool-grade 2. 1992.

Folk and Fairy Tales Tales from the Arabian Nights: Stories of Adventure, Magic, Love, and Betrayal DB87326 7 hours 48 minutes retold by Donna Jo Napoli read by Laura Giannarelli Collection of tales filled with grand adventure and magic told through the ancient story Arabian Nights. New bride Scheherazade tells her husband stories each night to win him over with love—and keep him from executing her. For grades 5- 8. 2016.

Friendship Slingshot and Burp DB85398 1 hour 19 minutes by Richard Haynes read by Richard Magesis Best friends and neighbors Slingshot and Burp spend the summer as cowboys looking for Old West adventures filled with outlaws, ghosts, and coyotes. For grades K-3. 2016.

Cookie Cutters and Sled Runners DB87953 6 hours 31 minutes by Natalie Rompella read by Kimberly Schraf Ana is excited to start middle school with her best friend Lily, who understands Ana's obsessive-compulsive behavior and shares Ana's plan to write and sell their own cookbook. But things change dramatically when they are assigned to different partners for their year-long Explorations project. For grades 3-6. 2017. Page 76 of 88

Growing Up Amina's Voice DB87659 3 hours 41 minutes by Hena Khan read by Faith Potts Amina, a Muslim Pakistani American girl, struggles to stay true to her family's vibrant culture and balance the changing dynamics of friendship in middle school. When a tragedy strikes, Amina discovers how friends and a community can come together to support one another. For grades 4-7. 2017.

Historical Fiction The Player King DB89937 3 hours 46 minutes by Avi read by Erik Sandvold In 1486, a penniless kitchen boy named Lambert Simnel is told by a mysterious friar that he, Lambert, is actually Prince Edward, the true King of England. This revelation sets Lambert on a dangerous course to regain the throne. For grades 5- 8. 2017.

My Brigadista Year DB86999 3 hours 45 minutes by Katherine Paterson read by Gabriella Cavallero Cuba, 1961. After reading flyers posted around her school, thirteen-year-old Lora convinces her family to let her spend a year in Fidel Castro’s army of literacy teachers. Although Lora faces danger in her mission, she willingly trades her sheltered life for the cause. For grades 5-8. 2017.

Humor The Chocopocalypse DB89903 4 hours 11 minutes by Chris Callaghan read by Faith Potts When news breaks of an ancient prophecy that predicts the world will run out of chocolate in six days, it is up to Jelly and her Gran to prevent the chocopocalypse. For grades 3-6. 2016.

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel DB88554 2 hours 4 minutes by Jeff Kinney read by various narrators A Valentine's Day dance at Greg's middle school has turned his world upside down. An unexpected twist gives Greg a partner for the dance and leaves his best friend, Rowley, the odd man out. Commercial audiobook. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 2012.

The Chupacabra Ate the Candelabra DB90132 0 hours 12 minutes by Marc Tyler Nobleman read by Luis Moreno Three anxious goats scramble to avoid being eaten by the legendary chupacabra, whose favorite food is not what they expect. Commercial audiobook. For grades K-3. 2017.

Mystery and Detective Flatfoot Fox and the Case of the Missing Whoooo DB84044 0 hours 27 minutes by Eth Clifford read by Richard Magesis When someone steals Mournful Owl's whoooo, Silly Goose rushes to get detective Flatfoot Fox to investigate. Flatfoot Fox and his assistant, Secretary Bird, question a few local animals to get to the bottom of the matter. For grades 2- 4. 1993.

Ballpark Mysteries Collection, Books 11–13 DB87664 4 hours 16 minutes by David A. Kelly read by David DeBoy Books eleven through thirteen, written between 2015 and 2017, featuring baseball fans and cousins Mike and Kate. In The Tiger Troubles, someone is blackmailing the Tigers' famous slugger. Includes The Rangers Rustlers and The Capital Catch. For grades 2-4. 2017.

School Simon Ellis, Spelling Bee Champ DB84607 1 hour 45 minutes by Claudia Mills Page 78 of 88 read by Dave Corey Simon Ellis and the rest of the third grade prepare to participate in a spelling bee where Simon's competitive spirit takes over, until he realizes that some- times the best way to win is to take a chance and let other people shine. For grades 3-6. 2015.

Children's Nonfiction

Animals and Wildlife Rewilding: Giving Nature a Second Chance DB86984 2 hours 45 minutes by Jane Drake and Ann Love read by Kay Kerimian Overview of an environmental movement present around the world that includes scientists, environmental conservationists, and concerned citizens working to restore habitats to their natural states. Discusses the reintroduction of native plants and wildlife to combat extinction. For grades 6-9. 2017.

How to Be an Elephant: Growing Up in the African Wild DB86983 0 hours 43 minutes by Katherine Roy read by Kay Kerimian Author of Neighborhood Sharks (DB80358) discusses the elephant family dynamics in an African herd. She follows an elephant's growth from a newborn calf to a full-grown adult in one of the most socially and structurally complex family groups on earth. For grades 3-6. 2017.

Arts Silent Days, Silent Dreams DB87965 0 hours 32 minutes by Allen Say read by Joe Peck

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An imagined biography of James Castle—a deaf, autistic artist—whose exceptional talent was recognized later in life. Despite mistreatment and being misunderstood, James presents his personal view of the world through art that now hangs in major museums throughout the world. For grades 2-4. 2017.

Biography Famous Friends: Best Buds, Rocky Relationships, and Awesomely Odd Couples from Past to Present DB87668 2 hours 17 minutes by Jennifer Castle and Bill Spring read by Michael Scherer Profiles some of the most famous celebrity friends, from statesmen John Adams and Thomas Jefferson to literary genius Arthur Conan Doyle and magician Harry Houdini. Modern celebrity friendships include the bromance of X-Men stars Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart and Taylor Swift and her squad. For grades 4-7. 2017.

She Persisted: Thirteen American Women Who Changed the World DB88185 0 hours 13 minutes by Chelsea Clinton read by Chelsea Clinton Profiles the lives of thirteen American women who have left their mark on U.S. history, including Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Margaret Chase Smith, and Oprah Winfrey. Commercial audiobook. For grades K-3. 2017.

Music The Music of Life: Bartolomeo Cristofori and the Invention of the Piano DB89720 1 hour 12 minutes by Elizabeth Rusch read by David DeBoy Presents the life of Bartolomeo Cristofori (1655–1732), the inventor of the piano. Explains why, how, and when he created the musical instrument. For grades K-3. 2017.

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Foreign Language Books

Español

Los libros presentes en esta edición de Talking Book Topics (Temas de Libros Parlantes) se enviaron recientemente a las bibliotecas de cooperación. La colección completa contiene una amplia gama de libros de ficción y no ficción, incluyendo biografías, clásicos, de vaqueros, misterio, romance y otros. Los usuarios registrados también pueden descargar de inmediato todos los títulos y revistas del servicio de Descarga de Lectura en Braille y Audio del NLS (BARD) en https://nlsbard.loc.gov. La aplicación móvil de BARD está disponible en la App Store, Google Play, y en la Appstore de Amazon para leer audiolibros en su teléfono inteligente o su tablet personal. Para conocer más sobre la colección o para registrarse para utilizar BARD, comuníquese con su biblioteca de cooperación local. Los números de teléfono y las direcciones de correo electrónico de las bibliotecas regionales se encuentran en las últimas páginas de esta revista. Nota: Puede aparecer un aviso inmediatamente a continuación de la descripción del libro para indicar escenas de violencia, lenguaje violento o descripciones de sexo. La palabra “algunas” antes de cualquiera de estos términos indica un hecho ocasional o poco frecuente, como por ejemplo “lenguaje violento poco frecuente”. Los audiolibros comerciales de los cuales el NLS no tiene acceso al libro impreso, pueden presentar el aviso “sin calificación”, lo que significa que el libro puede contener o no violencia, lenguaje violento o descripciones de sexo.

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La Guerra No Tiene Rostro de Mujer (The Unwomanly Face of War) DB84983 14 horas 18 minutos por Svetlana Alexiévich leído por varios narradores La ganadora del Premio Nobel en 2015 presenta una historia oral de las mujeres rusas en la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Alexiévich explora el papel de las mujeres en batallas y en el frente interno, detallando su coraje y valentía, y la brutalidad de la guerra. Traducido del ruso. Violencia, lenguaje injurioso, y descripciones de índole sexual. (Winner of the 2015 Nobel Prize presents an oral history of Russian women in World War II. Alexiévich chronicles women in battle and on the home front, detailing courage, bravery, and the brutality of war. Translated from the Russian. Violence, strong language, and descriptions of sex.) 2015.

Dos Santos: Novela (Dos Santos: A Novel) DB85999 10 horas 28 minutos por Fernando de Aragón leído por Martin Untrojb 1508. Después de viajar al nuevo mundo en el segundo viaje de Colón, Antonio Dos Santos se une a la nueva expedición de Ponce de León a la isla de San Juan Bautista —que los nativos llaman Borikén. Allí, Dos Santos interactúa con los taínos y comienza a cuestionar sus creencias arraigadas. Violencia. (1508. After traveling to the New World on Columbus's second voyage, Antonio Dos Santos joins Ponce de León's new expedition to the island of San Juan Bautista—which the native people call Borikén. There, Dos Santos interacts with the Taínos and begins to question his long-held beliefs. Violence.) 2015.

¡El Gallo Que No Se Callaba!/The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet! DB86989 0 horas 28 minutos por Carmen Agra Deedy leído por Tony Chiroldes En este cuento bilingüe, el alcalde de La Paz —un pueblo ruidoso— instituye nuevas leyes que prohíben todo canto. Pero un gallo valiente decide que debe cantar, independientemente del castigo. Para los grados K-3. Español/Inglés. (In this bilingual tale, the mayor of La Paz—a noisy village—institutes new laws forbidding all singing. But a brave little rooster decides he must sing, regardless of the punishment. For grades K-3. Spanish/English language.) 2017.

Acércate Sediento: No Hay Corazón Demasiado Seco para Su Toque (Come Thirsty: No Heart Too Dry for His Touch) DB84998 7 horas 44 minutos Page 82 of 88 por Max Lucado leído por Walter Krochmal Un ministro y notable autor religioso ofrece su programa para la "hidratación" del alma. El plan de Lucado describe cuatro acciones esenciales: aceptar la obra de Dios, confiar en la energía de Dios, confiar en el liderazgo de Dios, y recibir el amor de Dios. Incluye una guía del lector con pasajes bíblicos relacionados y preguntas para los grupos de discusión. Traducido del inglés. (Minister and noted religious author offers his program for "hydrating" the soul. Lucado's plan describes four essential actions: accept God’s work, rely on God’s energy, trust God’s leadership, and receive God’s love. Includes a reader’s guide with related Bible passages and questions for discussion groups.) 2004.

Ansiosos por Nada: Menos Preocupación, Más Paz (Anxious for Nothing: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World) DB86996 7 horas 10 minutos por Max Lucado leído por Martin Untrojb El ministro y autor Max Lucado presenta métodos basados en la fe para combatir la ansiedad. Las secciones exploran la celebración de la bondad de Dios, pidiendo ayuda a Dios, dejando sus preocupaciones con Él, y meditando sobre cosas buenas. Traducido del inglés. (Minister and author Max Lucado presents faith- based methods for dealing with anxiety. Sections discuss celebrating God's goodness, asking God for help, leaving your worries with Him, and meditating on good things. Translated from English. ) 2017.

Colección Particular (Private Collection) DB85988 14 horas 45 minutos por Juan Marsé leído por Martin Untrojb Una colección de cuentos del galardonado autor español. Incluye "Historia de detectives", "Teniente Bravo", "Parabellum" y "Conócete a ti mismo, Fritz". Violencia, lenguaje injurioso, y descripciones de índole sexual. (A collection of short stories by the award-winning author from Spain. Includes "Historia de Detectives," "Teniente Bravo," "Parabellum," and "Conócete a Ti Mismo, Fritz." Violence, strong language, and descriptions of sex.) 2017.

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Tyler es un hombre endurecido que ha perdido en el amor; Cassie es una mujer independiente que sabe lo que quiere de la vida, aunque no necesariamente de una relación. Dos años después de la última vez que se vieron, los dos están inesperadamente reunidos. Lenguaje injurioso y descripciones de índole sexual. (Tyler is a hardened man who has lost at love; Cassie is an independent woman who knows what she wants from life, though not necessarily from a relationship. Two years after they last saw each other, the two are unexpectedly reunited. Strong language and descriptions of sex.) 2016.

Secreto Vaticano (Vatican Secret) DB84978 26 horas 7 minutos por Leopoldo Mendívil López leído por Martin Untrojb Pío del Rosario es reclutado para una misión dentro del Vaticano: descubrir quién forzó la renuncia de Benedicto XVI; saber quién hizo un atentado contra la vida de su predecesor, Juan Pablo II; y determinar cómo eliminar la amenaza al nuevo pontífice, Francisco. Violencia y lenguaje injurioso. (Pío del Rosario is recruited for a mission within the Vatican: to discover who forced Benedict XVI's resignation; to learn who made an attempt on the life of his predecessor, John Paul II; and to determine how to eliminate the threat to the new pontiff, Francis. Violence and strong language.) 2016.

Querido Papa Francisco—Escrito por el Papa Francisco y niños de Todo el Mundo (Dear Pope Francis—writtten by Pope Francis and children from all over the world) DB85951 1 hora 7 minutos por Papa Francisco y Antonio Spadaro, S.J. leído por María Pino Una colección de treinta cartas escritas por niños de todo el mundo al Papa Francisco. Cada una es contestada por el Papa y proporciona guía espiritual. Para los grados K-3 y lectores mayores. Traducido del inglés. (A collection of thirty letters written by children around the world to Pope Francis. Each one is answered by the Pope and provides spiritual guidance. Translated from English.) 2016.

Eva DB85989 14 horas 2 minutos por Arturo Pérez-Reverte leído por Alejandro Ruiz

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España, 1937. Mientras que continúa la sangrienta guerra civil, el agente secreto Lorenzo Falcó, de Falcó (DB83997), se dirige a Tánger —la turbulenta encrucijada de espías, contrabando, y conspiraciones— con el encargo de conseguir que el capitán de un barco cargado con oro cambie de bandera. Violencia y lenguaje injurioso, (Spain, 1937. As the bloody Civil War continues, secret agent Lorenzo Falcó, from Falcó (DB83997), sets off to Tangier—the turbulent crossroads of spies, smuggling, and conspiracies—on a mission to get the captain of a ship loaded with gold to switch flags. Violence and strong language.) 2017.

Consulta con Doctor Juan, Santo Remedio: Cientos de Remedios Caseros Llenos de Sabiduría y Ciencia (Doctor Juan's Top Home Remedies: Hundreds of Home Remedies Full of Wisdom and Science) DB85986 10 horas 30 minutos por Juan Rivera leído por Tony Chiroldes Un cardiólogo y experto en temas médicos de la cadena Univision presenta más de cien remedios herbales simples que promueven la salud general y consisten en ingredientes que se encuentran en la mayoría de las cocinas. (Cardiologist and chief medical expert for the Univision network presents over a hundred simple herbal remedies that promote general health and consist of ingredients found in most kitchens.) 2017.

Lo Mejor de Mí (The Best of Me) DB85991 12 horas 40 minutos por Nicholas Sparks leído por Walter Krochmal Oriental, Carolina del Norte. Como estudiantes de diferentes estratos sociales en su último año de secundaria , Dawson y Amanda tuvieron un romance desafortunado. Veinticinco años más tarde regresan a su pequeña ciudad cuando Tuck, un anciano importante para ambos, muere y deja una carta que describe el amor mágico de su propia vida. Traducido del inglés. (Oriental, North Carolina. As high school seniors from different sides of the tracks, Dawson and Amanda had a doomed romance. Twenty-five years later they return home when Tuck, an old man important to both of them, dies—and leaves behind a letter describing his own life’s magical love.) 2011.

Hotel Vendôme DB85987 10 horas 47 minutos por Danielle Steel Page 85 of 88 leído por Maria Pino Después de que Hugues transforma un hotel deteriorado de Manhattan en un establecimiento de cinco estrellas, su esposa lo abandona. Su hija, Heloise, crece amando el negocio de la hospitalidad. Cuando Heloise va a la universidad en Europa, Hugues se enamora de Natalie, una diseñadora de interiores. (After Hugues transforms a rundown Manhattan hotel into a five-star establishment, his wife leaves him. Hugues’s daughter, Heloise, grows up loving the hospitality business. When Heloise goes to university in Europe, Hugues falls for interior designer Natalie.) 2015.

Audio Magazines

For a free subscription to these magazines, contact your cooperating library. AARP Bulletin (10 issues) and AARP The Magazine (bimonthly (6 issues)) American History (bimonthly (6 issues)) Analog Science Fiction and Fact (6 issues) Asimov’s Science Fiction (6 issues) The Atlantic (10 issues) Audubon (quarterly (5 issues)) Das Beste aus Reader’s Digest (German; 12 issues) Bon Appétit (11 issues) Consumer Reports (12 issues) Contemporary Sound Track: A Review of Pop, Jazz, Rock, and Country (bimonthly (6 issues)) Cowboys and Indians (8 issues) Cricket (for children, on one cartridge with National Geographic Kids; 9 issues) Diabetes Forecast (6 issues)

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Discover (10 issues) Ebony (8 issues) The Economist (51 issues) Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine (6 issues) Foreign Affairs (6 issues) France-Amérique (French; 12 issues) Good Housekeeping (12 issues) Health and Nutrition Newsletters (includes Scientific American—Health after Fifty, Mayo Clinic Health Letter, and Nutrition Action Healthletter; monthly) Horticulture (6 issues) Humpty Dumpty (bimonthly (6 issues)) Kiplinger’s Retirement Report (12 issues) Magazine of the Month (monthly) Money (11 issues) Missouri Conservationist (monthly) Muse (9 issues) The Musical Mainstream (quarterly) The Nation (34 issues) National Geographic (monthly) National Geographic Kids (for children and teens, on one cartridge with Cricket; 10 issues) National Geographic Traveler (bimonthly (6 issues)) National Review (25 issues) The New Yorker (48 issues) The New York Times Book Review (53 issues) O, The Oprah Magazine (monthly) Oklahoma Today (bimonthly (6 issues)) Outdoor Life (9 issues) People (52 issues) People en Español (Spanish; 11 issues) Piano Technicians Journal (monthly) Playboy (6 issues) QST (monthly) Quarterly Music Magazine (quarterly) Rolling Stone (biweekly (26 issues)) Seventeen (6 issues) Smithsonian (11 issues) Sound & Vision (10 issues) Southern Living (13 issues) Spider (for children; 9 issues) Page 87 of 88

Sports Illustrated (27 issues) Sports Illustrated Kids (12 issues) Talking Book Topics (bimonthly; also contains NLS News, published quarterly) Travel & Leisure (monthly) True West (monthly) Vanidades (Spanish; 11 issues) Vital Speeches of the Day (monthly) The Week (48 issues) Wired (monthly) The Writer (12 issues) Quarterly Music Magazine (4 issues) Rolling Stone (biweekly (24 issues)) Seventeen (6 issues) Smithsonian (11 issues) Sound & Vision (10 issues) Southern Living (13 issues) Spider (for children; 9 issues) Sports Illustrated (50 issues) Sports Illustrated Kids (12 issues) Talking Book Topics (6 issues; also contains NLS News, published quarterly) Travel & Leisure (12 issues) True West (12 issues) Vanidades (Spanish; 11 issues) Vital Speeches of the Day (12 issues) The Week (50 issues) Wired (12 issues) The Writer (12 issues)

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