CRRL My Librarian: March 2023 Picks

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The Art of the English Murder

by Worsley, Lucy

Book - 2014

A look at historical crime in England from one of my favorite historians of British history. Lucy Worsley examines the phenomena of true crime and sensati...Show more A look at historical crime in England from one of my favorite historians of British history. Lucy Worsley examines the phenomena of true crime and sensational cases, such as the Ratcliffe Highway Murders, and how the public fascination played into English art and writing. Selected by CRRL_MichelleB Show less

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Dragon Teeth

A Novel

by Crichton, Michael

Book - 2017

A coming-of-age Western/adventure by renowned author Michael Crichton. Selected by CRRL_EricA A coming-of-age Western/adventure by renowned author Michael Crichton. Selected by CRRL_EricA Show less

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Hollow Fires

by Ahmed, Samira

Book - 2022

In this haunting story, a high school newspaper journalist discovers the body of a murdered teen, who was slain in a hate crime against Muslim Americans. ...Show more In this haunting story, a high school newspaper journalist discovers the body of a murdered teen, who was slain in a hate crime against Muslim Americans. Meanwhile, the ghost of Jawad narrates his story and leads Safiya in her search to uncover the murderer. Told in multiple POVs and including statements from the press and interviews with witnesses this unique and timely story confronts white supremacy as it infests society. Selected by CRRL_AnnM Show less

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Killers of A Certain Age

by Raybourn, Deanna

Book - 2022

Billie, Mary Alice, Helen, and Natalie have just retired from their work of killing people--such as Nazis, drug lords, and other evildoers. Little did the...Show more Billie, Mary Alice, Helen, and Natalie have just retired from their work of killing people--such as Nazis, drug lords, and other evildoers. Little did they know that their retirement celebration would be the setting for their own murders. But, after 40 years on the job, these 60-year-old assassins have learned a few things that just might save their lives. A fun page-turner. Selected by CRRL_JoyO Show less

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Legends & Lattes

A Novel of High Fantasy and Low Stakes

by Baldree, Travis

Book - 2022

A charming, feel-good fantasy where an orc leaves her mercenary life behind to open a coffee shop and discovers that her fortune is found in the friends she makes. Warning: the descriptions of the baked goods may cause hunger. Selected by CRRL_MaryB A charming, feel-good fantasy where an orc leaves her mercenary life behind to open a coffee shop and discovers that her fortune is found in the friends she makes. Warning: the descriptions of the baked goods may cause hunger. Selected by CRRL_MaryB Show less

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Luminary

A Magical Guide to Self-care

by Scelsa, Kate

Book - 2022

One part self-care guide, one part deep dive into a whole host of magical practices including tarot, astrology, spellwork, and manifestation, this guide i...Show more One part self-care guide, one part deep dive into a whole host of magical practices including tarot, astrology, spellwork, and manifestation, this guide is an introduction into self-care practices from a perspective rarely seen, from practicioners within the magical professional sphere. Selected by CRRL_BabakZ Show less

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Pizza!

A Slice of History

by Pizzoli, Greg

Book - 2022

Learn fun facts about pizza's delicious history in this short picture book, and try making your own English mufffin pizzas at home with a grown-up's help! Selected by CRRL_VirginiaJ Learn fun facts about pizza's delicious history in this short picture book, and try making your own English mufffin pizzas at home with a grown-up's help! Selected by CRRL_VirginiaJ Show less

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Playing Through the Turnaround

by Larsen, Mylisa

Book - 2022

Told in alternating points of view, six kids plan how to save their middle school's Jazz Lab after their teacher, Mr. Lewis, suddenly quits, likely due to budget cuts. Selected by CRRL_ColleenH Told in alternating points of view, six kids plan how to save their middle school's Jazz Lab after their teacher, Mr. Lewis, suddenly quits, likely due to budget cuts. Selected by CRRL_ColleenH Show less

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The Secret, Book and Scone Society

by Adams, Ellery

eBook - 2017

Nora moved to the town of Miracle Springs to escape her past, a secret she has long since kept hidden. But when a stranger, one who was planning to visit ...Show more Nora moved to the town of Miracle Springs to escape her past, a secret she has long since kept hidden. But when a stranger, one who was planning to visit her bookstore for her special brand of "bibliotherapy," is murdered, Nora will have to rely on three other women in town, all of whom have secrets of their own, to solve it. Selected by CRRL_JessieF Show less

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Pushcart Prize XLVII

Best of the Small Presses

Book - 2022

Every year, I look forward to the new edition of this collection of fiction, poetry, and essays. I especially enjoy the essays, but The Pushcart Prize h...Show more Every year, I look forward to the new edition of this collection of fiction, poetry, and essays. I especially enjoy the essays, but The Pushcart Prize has me reading short stories and poetry frequently because it does feature "the best of the small presses." Outstanding. Selected by CRRL_EdwardD Show less

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The Ten Thousand Doors of January

by Harrow, Alix E.

Book - 2019

In this fantasy debut, January Scaller grows up with the wealthy Cornelius Locke, who employs her father, Julian, to search for valuable treasures to add ...Show more In this fantasy debut, January Scaller grows up with the wealthy Cornelius Locke, who employs her father, Julian, to search for valuable treasures to add to his collection, housed in a sprawling Vermont mansion. January is treated as a curiousity--a mixed-race girl with a precocious streak, forced to attend society gatherings. When she's 17, her father disappears, and January finds a book that will change her life forever. With her crew of allies—-Samuel, the grocer’s son; Jane, the Kenyan woman sent by Julian to be January’s companion; and Bad, her faithful dog—-January embarks on an adventure that will lead her to discover secrets about Mr. Locke, the world and its hidden doorways, and her own family. Selected by CRRL_SarahH Show less

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This Is All I Got

A New Mother's Search for Home

by Sandler, Lauren

Book - 2020

A true story about an amazing girl...and a very broken system. Selected by CRRL_GeriP A true story about an amazing girl...and a very broken system. Selected by CRRL_GeriP Show less

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