My LINKcat AccountIt seems as if spring has finally arrived. All the ornamental trees are in bloom so the landscape is dotted with white and pink and fuchsia as well as with the lacy greens of most trees, the yellow of willows, and the deep burgundies of sugar maples. It is a feast for the eyes after a long winter of dull browns, grays, and whites. The flowers as fluorescing everywhere, whether it be the yellow of daffodils or the more delicate white of jonquils, the reds, yellows, purples and various combinations of tulips and pansies, or the fragrant floral stalks of lilacs. The world is suddenly bursting with color and with bird song. The house finches, sparrows, cardinals, blue jays, chickadees, robins, crows, killdeer, geese, and – well you pretty much name a common bird species (which reminds me – the common grackle) and they have not only got nests under construction and mates chosen, but many are already rearing their young. While the great outdoors is coming alive, there are still many good reasons to come inside and visit your local public library. The spring book titles are arriving daily. If you need information about growing plants or putting in a garden, we’ve got books on those topics. If you are thinking of putting on a deck, creating a pond or other water feature, or building some play equipment for your children or grandchildren, we can help. Below you will find some of the latest spring arrivals from the publishers. Enjoy!
New Non-Fiction
Siddhartha's brain : unlocking the ancient science of enlightenment / by James Kingsland. A science and medical journalist presents a revolutionary, big-picture assessment of meditation and mindfulness that is framed by the historical journey and teachings of Buddha, revealing how the principles of meditation have deep scientific support and have been proven to be effective in combating many modern psychiatric disorders.
Brilliant beacons : a history of the American lighthouse / by Eric Jay Dolin. A history of America as reflected by the nation's lighthouses combines rich maritime lore with original details to trace coastal political, military and technological expansions, citing the roles of key contributors and incorporating more than 100 photos and illustrations.
First women : the grace and power of America's modern First Ladies / by Kate Brower. The author of The Residence presents an intimate examination of the true influences of White House First Ladies from Jackie Kennedy to Michelle Obama, which draws on previous untapped and candid sources to document their stories.
The midnight assassin : panic, scandal, and the hunt for America's first serial killer / by Skip Hollandsworth. Presents a sweeping narrative history of a terrifying serial killer—America's first—who stalked Austin, Texas, in 1885. By a winner of the National Magazine Award for Feature Writing. Illustrations.
Algorithms to live by : the computer science of human decisions / by Brian Christian & Tom Griffiths. The best-selling author of The Most Human Mind and a Berkley psychologist explore how computer algorithms can be applied to everyday life, drawing on myriad disciplines to explain how computers have proven adept at making decisions and taking chances.
Are we smart enough to know how smart animals are? / by Frans de Waal. A Time magazine Top 100 influential notable and the author of Our Inner Ape presents a groundbreaking work on animal intelligence that offers a revolutionary exploration of the intricate and complex nature of the animal mind.
New Fiction
'Til death do us part / by Amanda Quick. Operating an exclusive matchmaking service for nobles in Victorian London, Calista is stalked by a dangerously obsessed individual and turns for help to a reclusive author who is fighting mysterious demons from his past. By the best-selling author of the Ladies of Lantern Street series.
The 14th colony / by Steve Berry. Shot down over Siberia during what was supposed to be a straightforward mission, ex-Justice Department agent Cotton Malone barely escapes the clutches of a zealous anti-U.S. former KGB officer and learns that a sleeper is plotting a deadly attack during the American presidential inauguration.
Extreme prey / by John Sandford. Invited to join his governor friend's campaign staff for the presidency, Lucas Davenport discovers that the governor is being stalked by a would-be assassin who proves lethal to anyone in the way of his target. By the award-winning author of the Virgil Flowers series.
Family jewels / by Stuart Woods. Assisting a client who would fend off the unwanted attentions of a tenacious man, Stone Barrington is forced to probe into his client's life to clear her name of two brutal crimes, only to discover links to a famous missing historical artifact. By the Edgar Award-winning author of “Chiefs”.
Hide away / by Iris Johansen. Protecting a young girl who has murderous enemies, forensic sculptor Eve Duncan takes her charge to the remote Scottish Highlands, where, with the assistance of Jane MacGuire, they search for a hidden treasure and navigate threats that change Eve's relationship with Joe Quinn.
The last mile / by David Baldacci. A sequel to Memory Man continues the story of Amos Decker, a football player-turned-detective with an eidetic memory. By the best-selling author of “The Forgotten”.
The other widow / by Susan Crawford. A woman whose lover died moments after ending their affair, the man's grief-stricken wife and a suspicious insurance investigator collide in the face of deceptions that threaten all of their lives. By the author of The Pocket Wife.