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Books in Translation: Spanish
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Growing Up in Fiction
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Sean Spence is a Columbia, MO author whose latest book is “Breaking Barriers: Disability History in the United States.” The book covers key individuals, events and concepts that have affected the history of disability rights in the United States. Spence’s interest in disability starts primarily with his personal experience as someone with multiple sclerosis, combined … Read more
AdultsPosted October 2
by Decimal Diver -
It can be absolutely devastating. People who don’t have pets don’t always realize that they are true members of the family. There’s a reason some people call their dogs or cats ‘fur babies.’ But whether they have feathers, fur or scales, they hold a little piece of our hearts. As with any type of grief, … Read more
KidsPosted September 30
by Laura W -
We’re nearing the end of the year, and the end of the Read Harder Challenge, but there’s still time to finish, or even start the challenge if you want! In case you missed the beginning of this series, check out my first blog post where I explain what the Read Harder Challenge is, and how … Read more
AdultsPosted September 30
by Michael M -
I adore murder mysteries so “The Only One Left” was right up my alley and also one that hadn’t been on my radar until a friend chose it for our book club. Essentially, it is a book about Kit, a caregiver with her own secrets, who is assigned to Lenora, an elderly invalid woman living … Read more
AdultsPosted September 27
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This has been an exhausting year and it’s not over yet! I’m trying to find small ways to find comfort and restoration. If you are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted too, maybe you need a good book — a literary bubble bath or book blanket? For me, one of those books is “The Backyard Bird Chronicles” … Read more
AdultsPosted September 25
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Are you here for the tea? Do you pop popcorn to eat as you watch things unfold? Do you often hear the phrase “Stop being so dramatic?” If you answered yes to any of these questions then we can be friends because we are also here for the DRAMA! Our local teens have some book … Read more
TeensPosted September 25
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The book “Animal Dreams” is set amidst the backdrop of Hispanic and Native American culture, traditions, and way of life. The story involves a woman desperate to move forward and forget who is faced with putting the pieces back together of her puzzled past. I love author Barbara Kingsolver’s aptitude for capturing the human experience … Read more
AdultsPosted September 23
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To help usher in spooky season (or maybe you just like snakes), here is a slithering snack to satisfy your taste buds. … Read more
KidsPosted September 23
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