November Staff Picks

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Theresa Tyner

Blustery grey days are here, it’s Scorpio season, daylight savings time has come to an end… November is truly the perfect month for curling up with a good book, is it not? Our staff have picked out an eclectic bunch of titles for you to browse and ponder–see anything that you’ll be adding to your TBR?

Stephanie's Pick

Stephanie's Pick

Making More Plants

Making More Plants by Ken Druse

This book gives in depth but easy to understand instructions on how to propagate common house plants, as well as landscaping plants.  It was very informative and builds confidence in properly learning how to successfully grow more plants.  There are many pictures to aid in comprehension of material, and the knowledge can be quickly applied to the plants mentioned in this book.  I definitely recommend it if you are a house plant hoarder!  
Rachel's Pick

Rachel's Pick

The Scorpio Races

The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater

This is still one of the most atmospheric books I’ve ever read; I always feel like I’m really there, on a stormy November island with beautiful, otherworldly water horses. Highly recommend experiencing the audiobook on Hoopla!
 
Amber's Pick

Amber's Pick

The Kiss Quotient

The Kiss Quotient Series

I have read the first two books in this series and thoroughly enjoyed them! I’m excited to dive into the third and final book of the series. Classic romance but from a different and unique perspective than most others I’ve read.
 
Mary's Picks

Mary's Picks

Fortunate Son by Lewis B. Puller

Fortunate Son by Lewis B. Puller

This touching memoir is an unforgettable account of one man’s struggle to rebuild his world after the Viet Nam war shattered his body and his ideals. It is a true tribute to the true meaning of patriotism and the redemptive power of love.
Our Service Our Stories by Ronald P. May

Our Service Stories by Ronald P. May

Thirty-six Indiana veterans recall their experiences of military service during World War II.
Dancing Colors

Dancing Colors: Paths of Native American Women

Photographs of clothing and objects that were a part of daily lives for the Plain Indians.
Dawn's Picks

Dawn's Picks

How to Love the World, Poems of Gratitude and Hope

How to Love the World: Poems of Gratitude and Hope

Relatable reminders to slow down, rediscover the beauty and gifts of ordinary life, and reconnect with the things that matter most. Prompts for writing and reflection are scattered throughout this book of poems.

The Story of Arthur Truluv

The Story of Arthur Truluv by Elizabeth Berg

Heartwarming…The characters jump right off the page and into your heart.

Amanda's Picks

Amanda's Picks

Steering the Craft

Steering the Craft: A 21st-Century Guide to Sailing the Sea of Story by Ursula K. Le Guin

A frank, straightforward discussion of good writing techniques and approaches from a veteran of the craft, and a pioneering female fantasy writer.
 
A Wand in the World

A Wand in the World: Conversations with Writers of Fantasy

Thirteen big names in children’s, teen and adult fantasy writing (Garth Nix, Madeleine L’Engle, Terry Pratchett, Philip Pullman) talk about their childhoods, literary influences and personal writing practices.  Their stories will encourage and inspire you to pick up a pen (or boot up your laptop) and start writing!
 
The Writer Magazine

The Writer Magazine

Each issue features helpful articles about honing the techniques of writing as well as navigating the publishing industry.  They also provide lists of literary agents and publishers that outline what specific types of material they are seeking.
 
Emma's Pick

Emma's Pick

The Round House

The Round House by Louise Erdrich

This month is Native American Heritage Month, so I wanted to highlight one of my favorite novels written by a Native American author. I love “The Round House”. It is at times a very sad and uncomfortable book, as it deals with a very serious crime, but it is also a very hopeful book. This book is so many things at once: a mystery, a coming of age story, a novel about family, a story about culture. I hope you find it as engaging as I did.
Brenda's Pick

Brenda's Pick

The Spirit Keeper by K.B. Laughed

The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater

You’ll love this book! It is a story of an Irish immigrant- Katie O’Toole (17) who came from an abusive family and is captured by American Indians in 1747. A Holy man has a vision of a red headed/blue-eyed white girl will become their “Spirit Keeper” who is destined to bring great things to their people. Beautiful story of two different cultures and how they are connected through love, loss, and loyalty.
Ivette's Pick

Ivette's Pick

Big LIttle Lies

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

This book has everything – joy and pain, love and heartbreak, friendship and betrayal. I loved it!It’s a page turner filled with gossip and kindness. A roller coaster of emotions! I specially recommend the audio version. Caroline Lee hits all the lines.
Shelbi's Picks

Shelbi's Picks

Providence

Providence by Alan Moore

Fans of Lovecraftian stories shouldn’t snooze on this excellent graphic novel series, now handily collected in one compendium! Alan Moore has fun playing with Lovecraft’s Cthulu mythos in this series that follows the character Robert Black, a reporter living in New York in 1919 who catches wind of a strange book that drives its readers mad. This is a total love letter to New England, as well, as Black travels throughout Salem, New Hampshire, and the greatest American city to ever exist… Providence, Rhode Island.

Natumes Book of Friends

Natsume's Book of Friends

Slice of life anime lovers, PICK THIS UP AND WATCH IT! Welcome to my favorite anime and a title you’ve probably never heard of! Natsume is a kind schoolboy who happens to be able to see ghosts and demons, so he’s often considered odd by those who can’t due to his seemingly random outbursts & reactions. This show is overwhelmingly positive, hopeful, and full of meaningful friendships. More seasons coming soon to CDPL. Available to watch on Crunchyroll in the meantime!

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