Adult Non-fiction

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The running ground : a father, a son, and the simplest of sports / Nicholas Thompson.
"For Nicholas Thompson, running has always been about something more than putting one foot in front of another. He ran his first mile at age five, using it as a way to connect with his father as his family fell apart. As a young man, it was a sport that t…
The great contradiction : the tragic side of the American founding / Joseph J. Ellis.
"A major new history from the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Founding Brothers and the National Book Award winner American Sphinx, on how America's founders--Washington, Jefferson, Franklin, Adams--regarded the issue of slavery as they drafted the D…
The Zorg : a tale of greed and murder that inspired the abolition of slavery / Siddharth Kara.
"In late October 1780, a slave ship set sail from the Netherlands, bound for Africa’s Windward and Gold Coasts, where it would take on its human cargo. The Zorg (a Dutch word meaning “care”) was one of thousands of such ships, but the harrowing events tha…
Splendid liberators : heroism, betrayal, resistance, and the birth of American empire / Joe Jackson.
"In 1898, the United States won an empire, and—many allege—lost its soul. In Splendid Liberators, Joe Jackson offers an epic narrative of the Spanish-American War, the world-spanning conflict during which the United States freed Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the…
Last rites / Ozzy Osbourne with Chris Ayres.
"Shocking and bitterly hilarious, the final, brutally-honest memoir from rock'n'roll hellraiser Ozzy Osbourne. "People say to me, if you could do it all again, knowing what you know now, would you change anything? I'm like, f*** no. If I'd been clean and …
The art of spending money : simple choices for a richer life / Morgan Housel.
"From the bestselling author of The Psychology of Money and Same as Ever, lessons on harnessing the power of money to live a happier life Can money buy happiness? Yes. Can spending it make you happier? Absolutely. Yet, many of us struggle to unlock its fu…
Somebody is walking on your grave : my cemetery journey / Mariana Enriquez ; [translated by] Megan McDowell.
"Mariana Enriquez—called by The New York Times a “sorceress of horror”—has been fascinated by the haunting beauty of cemeteries since she was a teenager. She has visited them frequently, a goth flaneur taking notes on her aesthetic obsession as she walks …
Skinnytaste : everyday high protein : 100 healthy, simple recipes to fuel every meal / Gina Homolka with Heather K. Jones, R. D. ; photographs by Eva Kolenko.
"Gina Homolka, founder of the longstanding go-to healthy eating blog Skinnytaste, is an expert at creating super-simple, weeknight friendly, flavor-packed recipes that meet all your dietary needs, and in Skinnytaste High Protein, she delivers on that prom…
A sheepdog named Oscar : love and companionship in rural Ireland / by Dara Waldron
"After the sudden loss of his father, film scholar and father of two boys, Dara Waldron finds unexpected solace in Ireland's East Clare region. There, on an abandoned farm, he encounters a lone, enigmatic border collie--Oscar. What begins as an animal res…
Your favorite scary movie : how the Scream films rewrote the rules of horror / Ashley Cullins.
"From debut author Ashley Cullins, the definitive story of the Scream movie franchise, with dozens of exclusive interviews from key players and an in-depth exploration of the creation and legacy of the films that rebooted a dying genre It has been more th…
Autocrats vs. democrats : China, Russia, America, and the new global disorder / Michael McFaul.
"The rise of China, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the reelection of President Donald Trump have reinforced a gloomy yet growing consensus: the old global order has ended, and a new Cold War has begun. And yet, many of the perils we face today are dist…
Star Wars : the official crochet pattern book : crochet your way through the galaxy  / Leah Parker.
"Crochet your own characters, creatures, costumes, and more from George Lucas's epic film saga with Star Wars: Crochet Your Way Across the Galaxy--the ultimate guide to creating stunning projects inspired by a galaxy far, far away. . . .Use the Force to c…
Dungeons & dragons. Dungeon master's guide : roleplaying game core rules / Lead designers: Christopher Perkins & James Wyatt ; editors: Adrian Ng, Dan Dillon, Patrick Renie.
"We've packed this book with incredibly useful tools and advice for Dungeon Masters of all levels. Make your game sessions special with over 400 total and 18 new magic items, practical solutions for common Dungeon Master pitfalls, and Greyhawk, a customiz…
Everlasting blooms : 25+ floristry projects to bring the magic of dried flowers into your home / Layla Robinson.
"Have you ever wished your cut flowers could last forever? Layla Robinson is a floral artist who uses dried flowers and foliage to create vibrant, long-lasting, sustainable pieces that preserve nature’s fleeting beauty. From dreamy tablescapes and state…
Letter from Japan / Marie Kondo with Marie Iida
"Though she’s known for “tidying up” and “sparking joy,” there’s more to Marie Kondo than her fervent desire to help you better appreciate your mess. Across book tours and international conferences, it became clear that her audience, while interested in h…
Gathered : on foraging, feasting, and the seasonal life / Gabrielle Cerberville.
"An illustrated guide to foraging and the bounties to be had, both personal and edible, in exploring the world around us and using the gifts it has to offer in our lives"-- Provided by publisher.
Fight oligarchy / Bernie Sanders.
""Oligarchy is a system in which a small number of extremely wealthy individuals control the economic, political, and media life of a nation. It is a system in which ordinary people have very little power to determine the future of their country. If you'r…
How to kill a witch : the patriarchy's guide to silencing women / Zoe Venditozzi & Claire Mitchell.
"Scotland, 1563: Crops failed. People starved. And the Devil's influence was stronger than ever—at least, that's what everyone believed. If you were a woman living in Scotland during this turbulent time, there was a very good chance that you, or someone y…
Love Johnny Carson : one obsessive fan's journey to find the genius behind the legend / Mark Malkoff ; with David Ritz.
"Over the course of his thirty-year career hosting The Tonight Show, Johnny Carson appeared on some 4,500 broadcasts, interviewed over 25,000 guests, and solidified himself as a warm, witty, comforting presence to US audiences during turbulent times. Car…
To rescue the American spirit : Teddy Roosevelt and the birth of a superpower / Bret Baier with Catherine Whitney.
"There has never been a president like Theodore Roosevelt. An iconoclast shaped by fervent ideals, his early life seems ripped from the pages of an adventure novel: abandoning his place in the New York aristocracy, he was drawn to the thrill of the West, …
The land of sweet forever : stories and essays / Harper Lee ; edited and with an introduction by Casey Cep.
"The Land of Sweet Forever combines Lee’s early short fiction and later nonfiction in a volume offering an unprecedented look at the development of her inimitable voice. Covering territory from the Alabama schoolyards of Lee’s youth to the luncheonettes a…
That's a great question, I'd love to tell you / written and illustrated by Elyse Myers.
"Writer, comedian, and content creator Elyse Myers gets real about life's awkward moments in her bold, funny, and unfiltered debut book. Elyse Myers is known to her twelve million followers as "The Internet's Best Friend," sharing her relatable stories an…
Independent : a look inside a broken White House, outside the party lines / Karine Jean-Pierre.
"In a country obsessed with blind loyalty to a two-party democratic system, Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House press secretary to the Biden-Harris administration, shares why Americans must step beyond party lines to embrace life as Independents. Jean-…
The hidden seasons : a calendar of nature's clues : learn to see the microseasons hidden within each day / Tristan Gooley ; illustrations by Neil Gower.
"We all notice the flowers of spring, longer days of summer, colors of autumn, and snowfalls of winter. But have you observed the way that water tends to run clearest in June? Did you know that at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve, you can find Sir…
Running deep : bravery, survival, and the true story of the deadliest submarine in World War II / Tom Clavin.
"The true story of the deadliest submarine in World War II and the courageous captain who survived torture and imprisonment at the hands of the enemy. There was one submarine that outfought all other boats in the Silent Service in World War II: the USS Ta…
Now departing : a small-town mortician on death, life, and the moments in between / Victor M. Sweeney.
"Now Departing explores the science, craft, and mindfulness behind Victor M. Sweeney's very peculiar skill set. Working in the funeral business since he was eighteen years old, Sweeney astutely shares the powerful and moving lessons of how we can exist an…
Wake up with purpose! : what I've learned in my first hundred years / Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, BVM ; with Seth Davis.
"Part life story, part philosophy text, and part spiritual guide, Sister Jean's wit, wisdom, and common sense has broad appeal and application that transcends religious creed, belief, and even feelings on Loyola's basketball team...The driving force insid…
RequiOM : the art of living and the path of leaving / Chandrashekhar Virupannavar.
"The traditional Requiem church mass begins with the following words: 'Requiem aeternum dona eis, Domine', meaning, 'Grant them eternal rest, O Lord'. The innovative word for the book title, 'RequiOM', was constructed by modifying the original word, 'Re…
The uncool : a memoir / Cameron Crowe.
"Cameron Crowe was an unlikely rock and roll insider. Born in 1957 to parents who strictly banned the genre from their house, he dove headfirst into the world of music. By the time he graduated high school at fifteen, Crowe was contributing to Rolling Sto…
The perfect tuba : forging fulfillment from the bass horn, band, and hard work / Sam Quinones.
"The tuba's sound is mighty, emerging, it seems, from deep in the human body. Very little music has, up until recently, been written to play to its strengths. The best the tuba seems to promise is a seat at the back of the band. No stadium shows, no Inter…
Without precedent : how Chief Justice Roberts and his accomplices rewrote the Constitution and dismantled our rights / Lisa Graves.
"A provocative firsthand account of how Chief Justice John Roberts posed as a fair-minded jurist in order to impose the reactionary agenda of billionaire elites committed to reversing Americans' freedoms In the last twenty years the US Supreme Court has r…
And to think we started as a book club... / Tom Toro.
"In Tom Toro's hilarious world, the Grim Reaper binges television while Superman shops for health insurance. The collection features original chapter art that sets the perfect tone for these brilliant cartoons and what they reveal about the absurdity of m…
London 2026 / updater and project editor, Edward Aves.
Winner, Gold Award, Top Guidebook at the 2020 Wanderlust Magazine Reader Travel Awards. Planning a trip to London? Look no further. Whether you want to tread the footsteps of kings and queens in the royal palaces, catch a show in the vibrant West End thea…
Six seasons of pasta : a new way with everyone's favorite food / Joshua McFadden with Martha Holmberg.
"Organized around six seasonal groupings, this collection of over 125 pasta recipes emphasizes produce-driven dishes made with dried pasta, combining Italian classics with a methodical skillet-based sauce-building approach to help home cooks create well-b…
The Cars : let the stories be told / Bill Janovitz ; foreword by Greg Hawkes.
"The Cars formed in the late 1970s as an alliance of five journeymen musicians with roots in Maryland, Ohio, New York, and New England. They had each performed in a series of bands before finding one another—along with the right sound at the right time. T…
"Anubhava Mantapa was the working 'laboratory' of the 12th-century Shiva-Sharana saints of the Veeara-Shaiva progressive movement. It was a 'parliament,' the first of its kind in world history, where dedicated Shiva-Sharanas, from all walks of life, with…
Future boy : Back to the Future and my journey through the space-time continuum / Michael J. Fox and Nelle Fortenberry.
"In early 1985, Michael J. Fox was one of the biggest stars on television. His world was about to get even bigger, but only if he could survive the kind of double duty unheard of in Hollywood. Fox’s days were already dedicated to rehearsing and taping the…
Girl warrior : on coming of age / Joy Harjo.
“To know ourselves is the most profound and difficult endeavor. Though we are all made of the same questions, we have individual routes to the answers, or to reframing the questions. Why is there evil in the world? Why do people suffer, and some more than…
Told you so / Mayci Neeley.
"Mayci Neeley and the women of MomTok burst into the center of pop culture when Hulu’s The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives took the world by storm. But the show barely scratched the surface of Mayci’s personal story. From becoming a mom at twenty, to losing …
Trust god, love people : stories of my openhanded faith / Jenny Marrs.
"When Jenny Marrs looks at all the ways God has shown up in her life, she’s left with immense gratitude for a God who is always, ever faithful. Even as she has trusted that God was leading her, the big picture of her journey was often murky and unknown. …
Nobody wants your sh*t : the art of decluttering before you die / Messie Condo.
"Inspired by The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, Nobody Wants Your Sh*t will light a fire under your untidy ass with humor and helpful organizing tips that you'll actually want to use. Like a delightfully foul-mouthed best friend, this book dishes …
Kinship medicine : cultivating interdependence to heal the Earth and ourselves / Wendy Johnson MD MPH.
"Our modern way of living is incompatible with our survival. Most of us intuitively know this truth, but almost everything in our society encourages us to ignore it. Dr. Wendy Johnson confronts this undeniable fact and breaks down how we think and act eve…
No ordinary bird : drug smuggling, a plane crash, and a daughter's quest for the truth / Artis Henderson.
"Artis was five when a plane crash killed her beloved father. For years, it was simply called “the accident.” But many things weren’t getting discussed. Like Lamar himself—a swashbuckling, larger-than-life pilot, a doting father and husband, and the most …
Little woodchucks : Offerman woodshop's guide to tools and tomfoolery / Nick Offerman with Lee Buchanan.
"Are you a parent or an otherwise amply sized Woodchuck interested in making projects with, or for, your kids? Or are you an aspiring small Woodchuck ready to get into some quality mischief that involves a hammer, nails, and your very own pocketknife? Wel…
Let the biscuits burn : cultivating real-life hospitality in a world craving connection / Abby Kuykendall.
"Do you long for deep, Christ-centered community, but you're overwhelmed at the thought of inviting people into your home because it doesn't look “perfect”? Do you find yourself making excuses and saying things like “I can't cook,” “My house is too small,…
The other girl / Annie Ernaux ; translated by Alison L. Strayer.
"In the summer of 1950, when Annie Ernaux is ten, she inadvertently learns she had a sister who died at six, two years before her own birth. Having believed she was an only child, she learns that she has replaced another daughter—“the little saint,” “the …
The social lives of birds : flocks, communes, and families / Joan E. Strassmann ; illustrations by Anthony Bartley.
"In The Social Lives of Birds, evolutionary biologist and author of Slow Birding Joan Strassmann examines what it means for birds of a feather to flock together. Some birds sleep together. Some join the foraging groups of other species. Some are only soci…
Successful failure ; lessons learned flat on my face / by Kevin Fredericks.
"Kevin Fredericks (aka KevOnStage) is a viral stand-up star, an NAACP Image Award-winning comedian, the founder of KevOnStage Studios, a New York Times bestselling author, and a superstar on social media. But his path to success wasn't always smooth. As a…
Born lucky : a dedicated father, a grateful son, and my journey with autism / Leland Vittert with Don Yaeger.
"In a world quick to label, judge, and box in people, one father and son stood firm and refused to be defined by an autism diagnosis....Leland was a socially awkward boy who didn’t speak for years, and when he finally did, teachers and leaders declared hi…
Why I love horror : essays on horror literature / edited by Becky Siegel Spratford.
"For twenty-five years, Becky Siegel Spratford has worked as a librarian in Reader Advisory, training library workers all over the world on how to engage their patrons and readers, and to use her place as a horror expert and critic to get the word out to …
Hostage / Eli Sharabi.
"On October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorists stormed Kibbutz Be’eri, shattering the peaceful life Eli Sharabi had built with his British wife, Lianne, and their teenage daughters, Noiya and Yahel. Dragged barefoot out his front door while his family watched in h…
Unabridged : the thrill of (and threat to) the modern dictionary / Stefan Fatsis.
"Words are the currency of culture—and never more than today. From selfie to doomscrolling to rizz, our hyper-connected digital world coins and spreads new words with lightning speed and locks them into mainstream consciousness with unprecedented influenc…
The Anthony Bourdain reader : new, classic, and rediscovered writing / edited by Kimberly Witherspoon ; foreword by Patrick Radden Keefe.
"Anthony Bourdain represented many things to many people--and he had many sides. But no part of his identity was more important to him, and more long-lasting, than that of a writer. The Anthony Bourdain Reader is a collection of his best and most fascinat…
Humanish : what talking to your cat or naming your car reveals about the uniquely human need to humanize / Justin Gregg.
"A playful deep dive into anthropomorphism (our peculiar tendency to humanize the nonhuman) that will resonate with anyone who has thrown a birthday party for their dog....[S]cience writer Justin Gregg explores the science behind our instinct to see ourse…
House of smoke : a southerner goes searching for home / by John T. Edge.
"In this unflinching and moving memoir, John T. Edge takes us on a quest for home in a South that has both held him close and pushed him away, as he tries and fails and tries again to rewrite the stories he inherited. Born in a house where a Confederate g…
Embroidery handbook for beginners : an illustrated guide to tools, techniques, and stitches / Catherine Guidicelli
"Packed with essential techniques and more, this compact guide is the ideal introduction to embroidery. Whether readers are just beginning or looking to refine their skills, this book provides everything needed to stitch with confidence. It starts with a…
Next of kin : a memoir / Gabrielle Hamilton.
"The youngest of five children, Gabrielle Hamilton took pride in her unsentimental, idiosyncratic family. She idolized her parents' charisma and non-conformity. She worshipped her siblings' mischievousness and flair. Hers was a family with no fondness for…
1929 : inside the greatest crash in Wall Street history--and how it shattered a nation / Andrew Ross Sorkin.
"In 1929, the world watched in shock as the unstoppable Wall Street bull market went into a freefall, wiping out fortunes and igniting a depression that would reshape a generation. But behind the flashing ticker tapes and panicked traders, another drama u…
Ring of salt : a memoir of finding home and hope on the wild coast of Ireland / Betsy Cornwell.
"An inspiring memoir about a writer who flees an abusive marriage and must reclaim the story of her life on Ireland's wild western coast. At twenty-four, Betsy Cornwell runs away to Ireland for a fresh start. ... Five years later, her happy ending has twi…
Field guide to the birds of the United States and Canada / Ted Floyd.
"This new edition of the trusted National Geographic field guide combines all new text, updated taxonomy, expanded art including 240 new illustrations, and authoritative, data-derived maps, organized in the user-friendly format for which our field guides …
Creative sketchbook magic : 30 easy & joyful lessons to unlock the artist within / Viddhi Saschit.
"30 quick and cute art lessons for beginners! If you've collected all the art supplies and want to get creative but feel stumped about what to draw or how to paint, this book is your new best friend! Join international art influencer and author Viddhi Sas…
The complete folk herbal : an illustrated guide to natural remedies and everyday healing / Rebecca Beyer.
"A definitive, beautifully illustrated guide to the folklore, history, and everyday utility of nearly 100 plants, trees, and shrubs"--Provided by publisher.
Celtic ways to pray : finding God in the natural elements / Ruth Lindberg Pattison.
"Where is God when we pray? Artist and priest Ruth Pattison looks to the legacy of Celtic spirituality to say God is in all of creation that surrounds us—earth, fire, water, air—and not up in the clouds. She invites the reader into a grounded spirituality…
Make me commissioner : I know what's wrong with baseball and how to fix it / Jane Leavy.
"Jane Leavy has always loved baseball. Her grandmother lived one long, loud foul ball away from Yankee Stadium—the same grandmother who took young Jane to Saks Fifth Avenue and bought her her first baseball glove. It’s no coincidence that Leavy was coveri…
The gales of November : the untold story of the Edmund Fitzgerald / John U. Bacon.
"For three decades following World War II, the Great Lakes overtook Europe as the epicenter of global economic strength. The region was the beating heart of the world economy, possessing all the power and prestige Silicon Valley does today. And no ship re…
Paper girl : a memoir of home and family in a fractured America / Beth Macy.
"Urbana, Ohio, was not a utopia when Beth Macy grew up there in the ’70s and ’80s—certainly not for her family. Her dad was known as the town drunk, which hurt, as did their poverty. But Urbana had a healthy economy and thriving schools, and Macy had midd…
Over the edge of the world : Magellan's terrifying circumnavigation of the globe / Laurence Bergreen.
"Ferdinand Magellan's daring circumnavigation of the globe in the sixteenth century was a three-year odyssey filled with sex, violence, and amazing adventure. Now in Over the Edge of the World, prize-winning biographer and journalist Laurence Bergreen ent…
Nowhere girl : life as a member of ADHD's lost generation / Carla Ciccone.
"When Carla Ciccone is diagnosed with ADHD at thirty-nine—an evaluation prompted by the demands of early motherhood—it flips the script on her life. After years of self-blame and self-sabotage, she discovers that her most reviled traits aren’t deep person…
The origin of politics : human nature and the shaping of political systems / Nicholas Wade.
"In The Origin Of Politics, Nicholas Wade explains how our political systems compete with a more ancient set of rules for organizing society—those developed by evolution. Modern ideologies are in constant tension with structures inherent in human social b…
Leaving Breezy Street : a memoir / Brenda Myers-Powell with April Reynolds.
"'Careful—don’t think prostitution is just about money. It’s never just the money. It’s about slipping in at all the wrong places. Getting into dangerous situations and getting out of them. That’s exciting. That’s what you want. But you want something els…
Built from the fire : the epic story of Tulsa's Greenwood district, America's Black Wall Street : one hundred years in the neighborhood that refused to be erased / Victor Luckerson.
"When Ed Goodwin moved with his parents to the Greenwood neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma, his family joined a community soon to become the center of black life in the West. But just a few years later, on May 31, 1921, the teenaged Ed hid in a bathtub as a…
Hungry happens : Mediterranean : 100 healthy, simple recipes / Stella Drivas with Lukas Volger ; photographs by Antonis Achilleos.
"Stella Drivas created her blog Hungry Happens to share her easy, healthy meals that use wholesome ingredients. She was raised in a Greek household where meals were made from scratch and featured extra virgin olive oil, citrus, fresh greens, beans, lean m…
For the love of chocolate : 80 at-home recipes from a master chocolatier's imagination / Phillip Ashley Rix.
"In For the Love of Chocolate, Phillip Ashley Rix, whose skill and innovation have made him a renowned name in the world of chocolatiers, guides you through an inspiring collection of desserts, confections, and drinks that promise to transform your chocol…
The blood in winter : England on the brink of civil war, 1642 / Jonathan Healey.
In 1641, England exits a plague-ridden and politically unstable summer having reached a semblance of peace: the English and Scottish armies have disbanded, legislation has passed to ensure Parliament will continue to sit and the people are tentatively opt…
New Mexico [13th edition] / Steven Horak.
"Santa Fe local Steven Horak reveals the very best of his home state, from hiking sandstone canyons to chowing down on Southwestern cuisine. Fall under the spell of the Land of Enchantment with Moon New Mexico. Inside you’ll find: Strategic, flexible itin…
Fodor's The complete guide to the national parks of the USA [2025] :  all 63 parks from Maine to American Samoa / Editor: Brian Eschrich.
"Whether you want to hike through the jaw-dropping scenery of Acadia, see rare wildlife and natural wonders in Yellowstone, or go river-rafting in the Grand Canyon, the local Fodor’s travel experts in all the National Parks are here to help! Fodor’s Compl…
For the sun after long nights : the story of Iran's women-led uprising / Fatemeh Jamalpour and Nilo Tabrizy.
"In September 2022, a young Kurdish woman, Mahsa Jîna Amini, died after being beaten by police officers who arrested her for not adhering to the Islamic Republic’s dress code. Her death galvanized thousands of Iranians—mostly women—who took to the streets…
Crochet snails and mushroom sprites / Megan Lapp, creator of Crafty Intentions.
"Jump into this Cottagecore Collection Full of Snail Steeds and Mushroom Riders! Mushroom Sprites and Snails are a delightful pairing, offering endless possibilities for crafting magical creatures. With Mushroom Sprites available in various sizes, limb op…
Yardsticks : child and adolescent development ages 4-14 / Chip Wood.
"Drawing on decades of educational experience and a wealth of research. "Yardsticks" invites every adult who teaches or cares for children to celebrate the incredible developmental journey that occurs from ages four through fourteen. Combining easy-to-acc…
Container gardens for butterflies : best butterfly plants in 102 easy combos! / Pamela Crawford.
"According the author: 'This is my seventh book on container gardening, and, without question, the most amazing. My deck was a butterfly desert and it was transformed to a butterfly sanctuary simply by planting the right plants in my containers.' The book…
Misunderstood : a memoir / Allen Iverson ; with Ray Beauchamp.
"Allen Iverson shares in searing clarity and touching candor his meteoric rise from impoverished child in the Virginia projects to high school champion to Georgetown University protégé of legendary coach John Thompson, and finally to NBA All-Star and Reeb…
The wheelsmen / by Ric Mixter.
"Grab the wheel and hold on- as you experience four shipwrecks through the eyes of the men who were at the helm. Ed Kanaby sailed through the 'King' of storms in November, 1913. He survived by beaching his freighter in lower Lake Huron. Nine other ships …
Howling winds : shipwrecks and a few tails / Ric Mixter.
"There's a connection between the Gale of 1913, Black Friday 1916, and the Edmund Fitzgerald that only Ric Mixter could dig up. A ship in each of these storms had a dog aboard. From the sole survivor of the Chicora, to treasure ships and amazing rescues, …
"Thought you knew everything about the Edmund Fitzgerald? Go behind the scenes to learn more about the most famous shipwreck investigation in Great Lakes history. Ric Mixter opens his archive of conversations with the men who built, sailed and dove the Fi…
A silent treatment : a memoir / Jeannie Vanasco.
"Jeannie Vanasco’s mother starts using the silent treatment not long after moving into the renovated apartment within Jeannie’s home. The silences begin at any perceived slight. Her shortest period of silence lasts two weeks. Her longest, six months. As V…
Facing infinity : black holes and our place on Earth / Jonas Enander ; translated from the Swedish by Nichola Smalley ; foreword by Frank Wilczek.
"Humanity’s relationship with black holes began in 1783 in a small English village, when clergyman John Michell posed a startling question: What if there are objects in space that are so large and heavy that not even light can escape them? Almost 250 year…
Electric spark : the enigma of Dame Muriel / Frances Wilson.
"Muriel Spark was a puzzle, and so too are her books. She dealt in word games, tricks, and ciphers; her life was composed of weird accidents, strange coincidences, and spooky events. Evelyn Waugh thought she was a saint, Bernard Levin said she was a witch…
Outer space is closer than Antarctica : [and other things I learned while falling in love at the bottom of the world] / Michelle Ott.
"This beautifully illustrated memoir tells artist Michelle Ott's true story of falling in love and discovering her place in the universe on a remote research station in Antarctica"-- Provided by publisher.
Startlement : new and selected poems / Ada Limón.
"New and selected poems by Ada Limón, 24th Poet Laureate of the United States"--Provided by publisher.
About time : poems / David Duchovny.
From acclaimed author, actor, and singer-songwriter David Duchovny, a deeply personal, existential, and insightful debut poetry collection.
Invisible ADHD : proven mood and life management for smart yet scattered women/ Shanna Pearson ; foreword by Daniel Amen, MD.
"ADHD in women is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or entirely overlooked, leaving millions silently fighting an internal, invisible battle. Outwardly, they can be labeled flaky, intense, dramatic, or unreliable, while inwardly they’re juggling severe o…
Peril and promise : college leadership in turbulent times / Beverly Daniel Tatum, PhD.
"Higher education is under assault from all sides. Scandals, protests, and dramatic resignations dominate the news cycle, and the pressure has grown so severe that the average tenure of university presidents has fallen to less than six years. Even so, Per…
Living in the present with John Prine / Tom Piazza ; foreword by Fiona Whelan Prine.
"In the spring of 2018, Tom Piazza climbed into a 1977 Coupe de Ville with the great singer-songwriter John Prine to write an article for the Oxford American. Their Florida road trip ignited a deep friendship, full of tall tales over epic meals, long nigh…
101 greatest treats on the planet : the ultimate collection of must-try desserts / Erin Renouf Mylroie.
"Never scramble for a crowd-pleasing dessert again with this book of 101 standout treats from the bestselling author of 101 Greatest Cookies on the Planet! With options for every birthday, holiday cookie swap, special occasion, or weekday, this foolproof …
Taber's cyclopedic medical dictionary / editor, Donald Venes, M.D., M.S.J., F.A.C.P.
"The all-in-one, go-to source for classroom, clinical, and beyond. Put the language of nursing, medicine, and the healthcare professions at your fingertips—anywhere and everywhere, Taber’s 25 is the all-in-one, go-to source in the classroom, clinical, and…
Ripley's believe it or not! : seek the strange / [text, Geoff Tibballs].
"Open your eyes to a world beyond the ordinary with "Ripley's Believe It or Not! Seek the Strange." With mind-boggling facts, inspiring stories, and captivating photos, "Ripley's Believe It or Not! Seek the Strange" thrills readers of all ages with a funa…
John Candy : a life in comedy / Paul Myers ; foreword by Dan Aykroyd.
"From his humble beginnings in sketch comedy with the Toronto branch of Second City, to his rise to fame in SCTV and Hollywood film classics like Planes, Trains and Automobiles, The Great Outdoors, and Uncle Buck, John Candy captivated audiences with his …
Disrupt everything, and win : take control of your future / James Patterson, Patrick Leddin.
"Every day we are confronted with: sudden pivots at our workplace and in the job market, rule-changing technology such as Artificial Intelligence, unexpected crises and a culture of chaos, the sinking feeling that we are losing control of our lives. This …
The shape of wonder : how scientists think, work, and live / Alan Lightman and Martin Rees.
"A heartfelt, authoritative, and compelling endeavor to humanize scientists, to show how they think, work, and live, and to show the value of science--all in the service of addressing the distrust of scientists and their institutions now prevalent in the …
I write to find out what I am thinking : collected nonfiction / Joan Didion ; with an introduction by Griffin Dunne.
"A hardcover omnibus edition of Joan Didion's collected nonfiction that contains her final four books: Blue Nights, South and West, Let Me Tell You What I Mean, and her bestselling and most famous work, The Year of Magical Thinking. With a new introductio…
Smarter : 10 lessons for a more productive and less-stressed life / Emily Austen.
"Are you stuck in an exhausting struggle for balance between work, family life, fitness, friendships, and mental health? It's time to live life smarter, not harder. In Smarter, entrepreneur and recovering productivity addict Emily Austen releases you from…
The season : a fan's story / Helen Garner.
"Garner and her grandson Amby are deep in the throes of a shared obsession with Australian football—or “footy”—as Amby advances into his local club’s Under-16s. From her trademark remove, Garner documents the camaraderie and the competition on the field: …
Jump and find joy : embracing change in every season of life / Hoda Kotb ; with Jane Lorenzini.
"Hoda Kotb didn’t expect to join the Today show at age forty-four. Or to become a mother at fifty-two. Or to leave Today and embark on a new adventure at sixty! Change doesn’t always arrive when we expect it, and its effects are anything but predictable. …
Tomorrow is yesterday : life, death, and the pursuit of peace in Israel/Palestine / Hussein Agha and Robert Malley.
"On October 7, 2023, Hamas fighters killed more than eleven hundred Israelis and took more than two hundred hostages, prompting an Israeli response that has in turn taken tens of thousands of lives and devastated the Gaza Strip. Why did this happen, and c…
The second emancipation : Nkrumah, pan-Africanism, and global blackness at high tide / Howard W. French.
"The Second Emancipation, the second work in a trilogy from best-selling author Howard W. French about Africa’s pivotal role in shaping world history, underscores Adam Hochschild’s contention that French is a “modern-day Copernicus.” The title—referring t…
The intelligence explosion : when AI beats humans at everything / James Barrat.
"With the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence, both existential fears and uncritical enthusiasm for AI systems have surged. In this era of unprecedented technological growth, understanding the profound impacts of AI - both positive and negati…
Our fragile freedoms : essays / Eric Foner.
"This collection of Foner’s recent reviews and commentaries demonstrates the range of his interests and expertise, running from slavery and antislavery, through the disunion and remaking of the United States in the nineteenth century, Jim Crow and the civ…
Tracker : stories of Tracker Tilmouth / Alexis Wright.
"In Tracker, Alexis Wright tells the story of charismatic Aboriginal Australian leader Tracker Tilmouth, who died in Darwin in 2015 at the age of 62. Taken from his family as a child and brought up in a mission on Croker Island, Tracker worked tirelessly …
AP Psychology / Hollie Kelly, M.A..
"Ready to succeed in your AP course and ace your exam? Our 5 steps to a 5 guides explain the tough stuff, offer tons of practice and explanations, and help you make the most efficient use of your study time. 5 Steps to a 5: AP Psychology is more than a re…
The best American poetry 2025 / Terence Winch, editor ; David Lehman, series editor.
"For thirty-eight years, The Best American Poetry series has won widespread acclaim as the nation's most influential and vital poetryanthology pickhich has inspired similar ventures abroad, has garnered plaudits for its ability to capture the zeitgeist of…
Museums in motion : an introduction to the histories, functions, and aspirations of museums / Juilee Decker.
"This book explores the histories and functions of museums while also looking at the current standing of museums and their ongoing efforts toward relevance, resiliency, and future-proofing. Section I examines the beginnings of museums with chapters dedica…
Eat small plates / Ben Siman-Tov and Zikki Siman-Tov.
"From a serendipitous meeting on a street corner in a tiny town in the Italian Alps to their food studio at the heart of the East Village in New York City, Ben and Zikki have been on a culinary adventure since the very moment they met. Ben’s first gift to…
Hagar the Horrible : the first 50 years / Dik Browne.
"t’s time to set sail with the worlds mildest marauding Viking, Hägar the Horrible and his hapless (and helpless) sidekick, Lucky Eddie and his long suffering family, his wife Helga and his duck Kveck. This collection is a celebration of the first 50 year…
Simple meal solutions for insulin resistance : 75 recipes to improve insulin resistance and support stable blood sugar / Megan Koehn, RD
"More than 40% of Americans suffer from insulin resistance, a serious metabolic condition linked to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, PCOS, and more. Yet it is possible to manage or even improve insulin resistance—and it doesn’t need to be complicated or …
Food fight : from plunder and profit to people and planet / Stuart Gillespie.
"Food is life but our food system is killing us. Designed in a different century for a different purpose--to mass-produce cheap calories to prevent famine--it's now generating obesity, ill-health and premature death. We need to transform it, into one that…
Monsters and mayhem in cross-stitch : designs & instructions for 25 creatures & cryptids / designs and artwork by Nicole LaBranche ; written by April LaBranche.
"Featuring 25 captivating patterns for all skill levels, this collection invites crafters to enjoy hours of imaginative stitching. From legendary beasts like fire-breathing dragons and mischievous goblins to modern cryptids such as Big Foot and Mothman, t…
Swatch critters from the pin loom : step-by-step instructions for making 30 cuddly animals from woven squares / Deb Essen.
"Using basic fiber art skills and a handy pin loom, makers will learn how to combine simple woven squares to create 30 adorable critters, from dogs and cats to dinosaurs and hedgehogs. With step-by-step instructions and tips on color changing, weaving pat…
Granny stitch blankets : 10 fresh and modern granny throws that go way beyond the iconic square / Salena Baca.
"Granny squares—the undeniable superstar of crochet! They’re practically a rite of passage for every crocheter. But what if you could take that iconic motif and give it a fresh, modern twist? That’s exactly what this book is all about! Inside, you’ll find…
Lonely Planet China [2025] / Simon Richmond
"Discover China's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from visiting the tea plantations in Hangzhou, to riding the world's highest altitude train like across the Tibetan plateau to Lhasa, and exploring the secretive world of 24 emperors and the…
Ghosted : a social history of ghost hunting, and why we keep looking / Alice Vernon.
"The history of ghosts is ancient, but the history of active ghost-hunting is relatively recent, and investigations into the paranormal have developed hand-in-spirit-hand with scientific discoveries, from radio waves to smartphone apps. Now, more than eve…
Horses : a 4,000-year genetic journey across the world / Ludovic Orlando ; translated by Teresa Lavender Fagan.
"Ludovic Orlando garnered world acclaim for helping to rewrite the genomic history of horse domestication. Horses takes you behind the scenes of this ambitious genealogical investigation, revealing how he and an international team of scientists discovered…
Lions and scavengers : the true story of America (and her critics) / Ben Shapiro.
"In a world split between noble Lions and destructive Scavengers, only the brave can lead the way. Acclaimed writer and conservative thought leader Ben Shapiro knows that at the heart of today’s conflicts—political, economic, and cultural—there’s a danger…
The genius of trees : how they mastered the elements and shaped the world / Harriet Rix.
"For a supposedly stationary life-form, trees have demonstrated an astonishing mastery over the environment around them. In The Genius of Trees, tree scientist Harriet Rix reveals the inventive ways trees sculpt their environment and explains the science …
Fodor's 2026 London / Nori Jemil, James O'Neill, Toby Orton, Ellin Stein, Alex Wijeratna.
"Whether you want to pose in front of Big Ben's Elizabeth Tower, explore the Tower of London, or visit the royal family at BuckinghamPalace, the local Fodor's travel experts in London are here to help! Fodor's London guidebook is packed with maps, careful…
And then it was now : the autobiography of Christopher Guard / foreword by Brian Blessed.
"Since his highly-praised first appearance on TV at the age of twelve as a young David Copperfield in the BBC's 1966 serialisation of the Dickens novel, Christopher Guard has been an ever-present fixture on our screens. Highlights from his illustrious car…
Holy Bible : NRSV, newly revised standard version.
"This edition includes the complete Catholic canon, as well as resources, book introductions, and maps to help you discover the treasures in its pages." --publisher's website
10-inch square quilt block book : 40+ quilt patterns using your favorite pre-cuts / Carolina Moore.
"Pre-cut 10" squares are a fantastic and easy way to make a variety of cohesive quilts! The 10" square precut is cost effective, offers lots fabric variety, and produces minimal scraps or waste. Whether you're new to quilting or a seasoned stitcher, you'…
Whittling wildlife / Peter Benson.
"Seasoned woodcarver Peter Benson guides readers through the basics of whittling, explaining what equipment is needed, giving essential advice on best practice and showing how to carve safely. The projects have clearly presented, easy-to-follow instructio…
The art of chairmaking : a guide to making beautiful chairs / Jason Mosseri.
"Windsor chairs, where the legs are mortised into the seat and don’t form the backrest, are known for the striking elegance of their form. This book is the perfect introduction to the art of making these distinctive chairs, explaining every step, from sel…
The elegance and comfort of home / Dana Wolter ; with Clinton Smith.
"As an interior designer, Dana Wolter’s goal has always been to create spaces that are not just visually beautiful, but more importantly, functional and livable for the entire family. She believes that the places in which we live should reflect who we are…
The beginner's guide to sourdough : best-kept secrets for successful bread every time / Amy Coyne.
Discard your worries with this ultimate beginner’s guide to sourdough baking! Sourdough enthusiast Amy Coyne has harnessed her decade of experience and compiled her best tips, tricks, and customizable baking schedules in this collection of 50 family-frien…