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Granville County Library System April 27, 2024

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Just for the Summer (Electronic Format) More Info  Borrow
By Abby Jimenez. From Forever.
 
 
In Electronic Format A sharp and scintillating summer novel that will make readers laugh out loud and cry happy tears from the New York Times bestselling author of Yours Truly.

Justin has a curse, and thanks to a Reddit thread, it's now all over the internet. Every woman he dates goes on to find their soul mate the second they break up. When a woman slides into his DMs with the same problem, they come up with a plan: They'll date each other and break up.

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Table for Two: Fictions (Electronic Format) More Info  Borrow
By Amor Towles. From Viking.
 
 
In Electronic Format From the bestselling author of The Lincoln Highway, A Gentleman in Moscow, and Rules of Civility, a richly detailed and sharply drawn collection of stories set in New York and Los Angeles.

The millions of readers of Amor Towles are in for a treat as he shares some of his shorter fiction: six stories set in New York City and a novella in Los Angeles.
James (Electronic Format) More Info  Borrow
By Percival Everett. From Doubleday.
 
 
In Electronic Format A brilliant, action-packed reimagining of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, both harrowing and ferociously funny, told from the enslaved Jim's point of view. From the “literary icon” (Oprah Daily), Pulitzer Prize Finalist, and one of the most decorated writers of our lifetime

When the enslaved Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he decides to hide on nearby Jackson Island until he can formulate a plan.
How to Win Friends & Influence People (Electronic Format) More Info  Borrow
By Dale Carnegie. From Pocket.
 
 
In Electronic Format This grandfather of all people-skills books was first published in 1937. It was an overnight hit, eventually selling 15 million copies. How to Win Friends and Influence People is just as useful today as it was when it was first published, because Dale Carnegie had an understanding of human nature that will never be outdated.
A Calamity of Souls (Electronic Format) More Info  Borrow
By David Baldacci. From Grand Central Publishing.
 
 
In Electronic Format The #1 New York Times bestselling author with 150 million copies sold worldwide returns with his next blockbuster thriller.
Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life (Electronic Format) More Info  Borrow
By Jamie Kern Lima. From Hay House Inc..
 
 
In Electronic Format What has self-doubt already cost you in your life?

Imagine what you’d do if you FULLY believed in YOU! When you stop doubting your greatness, build unshakable self-worth and embrace who you are, you transform your entire life! WORTHY teaches you how, with simple steps that lead to life-changing results!
The Husbands (Electronic Format) More Info  Borrow
By Holly Gramazio. From Doubleday.
 
 
In Electronic Format An exuberant debut, The Husbands delights in asking: how do we navigate life, love, and choice in a world of never-ending options?

When Lauren returns home to her flat in London late one night, she is greeted at the door by her husband, Michael. There’s only one problem—she’s not married. She’s never seen this man before in her life. But according to her friends, her much-improved decor, and the photos on her phone, they’ve been together for years.
The One and Only Family More Info  Borrow
By Katherine Applegate. From HarperCollins.
 
 
Ivan has been happily living in a wildlife sanctuary, with his friend Ruby next door in the elephant enclosure, frequent visits from his canine friend Bob, and his mate Kinyani by his side. And in the happiest turn of all, Ivan and Kinyani have welcomed a set of twins to their family!

Ivan loves being a papa, even though it can be hard sometimes. But as he navigates the joys and challenges of parenthood, he can’t help but recall his life before the glass walls of the mall circus, his own childhood in the jungle—and his own twin.
Beach Pug (Diary of a Pug #10) More Info  Borrow
By Kyla May. From Scholastic Inc..
 
 
The tenth Branches early chapter book featuring the hilarious pug, Bub, and his human, Bella!

Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Meet the cutest pug on the planet! Bella and Bub are at the beach with their friends Jack and Luna for a dog-surfing contest.
The Last Comics on Earth: Too Many Villains! More Info  Borrow
By Max Brallier and Joshua Pruett. From Viking Books for Young Readers.

 
From worldwide phenomenon Max Brallier comes a spin-off series based on the #1 New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling Last Kids on Earth!

Jack, June, Quint, and Dirk face their biggest challenge yet: creating the sequel to their hit graphic novel! And like all sequels, it must be BIGGER, BETTER, and PACKED WITH EVEN MORE NEAT STUFF!

While the kids get to work, their superhero alter-egos make a startling discovery: supervillains do not come up with their own evil plans! The shocking truth?
Marvel Studios Character Encyclopedia More Info  Borrow
By Kelly Knox and Adam Bray. From DK Children.
 
Who’s your favorite character from the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Whether you like Super Heroes or villains, the movies or TV series, learn all about them in this updated edition!

Now including more than 200 characters from Black Panther and Ms. Marvel to Iron Man and Shang-Chi, the Marvel Studios Character Encyclopedia Updated Edition is any young fan’s go-to guide to find out all about the heroes, villains, spies, school kids, scientists, aliens, inventors, and others in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Discover their strengths, super-powers, friends, allies, weapons, epic battles, and much more.
Afternoon on the Amazon More Info  Borrow
By Mary Pope Osborne. From Random House Books for Young Readers.
 
 
The #1 bestselling chapter book series is now available as graphic novels! Magic. Mystery. Time-travel. Get whisked away to the Amazon rainforest on a high-stakes adventure with brother-and-sister team Jack and Annie!

Watch out for that crocodile! Get ready for a wild ride as Jack and Annie find themselves in the Amazon Rainforest on a dangerous journey. From killer ants to vampire bats, they never know what they'll run into next! Soon, they're hopelessly lost (and a monkey seems to be stalking them. . . what's that about?).
A Season of Harvest More Info  Borrow
By Lauraine Snelling. From Thorndike Press Large Print.
 
 
Larkspur Nielsen is determined to keep the family homestead running, even if she must do it alone. When she discovers that Isaac McTavish has feelings for her, she pushes him away to protect her heart. But how can she build the life shes always dreamed of when unexpected dangers arrive?
She's Not Sorry More Info  Borrow
By Mary Kubica. From Thorndike Press Large Print.
 
Perennials: A Photographic Guide to More than 1,000 Plants More Info  Borrow
By DK Publishing. From DK ADULT.

 
This stunning reference book is as gorgeous on the coffee table as it is handy in the garden. Perennials provides detailed information about this enormous category, and while it's hard not to love everything about this title, the most useful feature is its thoughtful organization. Divided up first into areas of "tall," "medium," and "short" plants, each area is then subdivided into season of blooming. For gardeners looking to fill a specific need such as "summer ground cover" or "autumn background," this arrangement allows you to flip right to a particular section with ease.
Encyclopedia of Container Gardening More Info  Borrow
From Fog City Press.
 
 
You don't need lots of time or space to have a beautiful garden. Containers give you the freedom to goe flowers, trees, shrubs, vines, vegetables, fruits, and herbs on a balcony, deck, or even a windowsill
A North Carolina Christmas More Info  Borrow
By Jan Kiefer. From Westcliffe Pub.

 
Beautiful pictures, stories, and recipes from North Carolina.
The Two Mrs. Grenvilles More Info  Borrow
By Dominick Dunne. From Bantam.
 
 
Recounting the story of Iris Grenville's life, Brady Campion introduces a beautiful woman, uncultured but determined to become a member of society's elite, who kills her husband and whose lawyers convince a jury that she had mistaken him for a prowler
Dazzling Beaded Jewelry: 50 Great Projects More Info  Borrow
By Jackie Guerra. From Lark Books.
 
 
Beaded jewelry is taking the craft world by storm—and so is Jackie Guerra. She makes the art of creating fun and easy. With her help, plus these amazingly simple techniques, anyone can achieve attractive results quickly. So get out that spool of wire, and start mastering such basic skills as stringing and weaving: there’s nothing complicated at all, so even beginners can make the 50 fabulous designer projects.

Each item showcases a particular style or technique, and originally made its debut on DIY Network’s Jewelry Making show.
The Seasonal Palette More Info  Borrow
By Elizabeth K Norfleet. From Taste Full Magazine, Inc.
 
Food and Art - the culinary arts of Taste Full magazine and the paintings of Bob Timberlake unite in a refined, yet down-home cookbook that puts a gourmet twist on Southern comfort foods and provides a visual feast for the eyes. Cookbook, picture book, resource guide, and an elegant coffee table book - The Seasonal Palette is all of these things.
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