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This book glides through the complex, networked entanglements of power that are the infrastructure of our existence in space and time among computational devices designed to foster certain types of belonging.
This book will appeal to those with backgrounds in music and medicine and listeners curious about music’s effects on health.
A sensitively narrated account, providing a window into the toll addiction takes and how it is possible to come out on the other side. Listeners will connect to Hoppe’s story of simultaneously longing for and losing control.
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Goat-Footed Gods
Assured and succinct, Driskell articulates a personal philosophy of life that, while tending toward pessimism, might still envision “the thought that everything / will be okay wrestling down / the thought that it won’t.”
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The Secret Painter
Reporting about outsider art is usually told from a third-person perspective, often ending up clinical, cold, and distant. This book’s first-person narrative skillfully avoids this, as the author’s discoveries about himself go hand-in-hand with discoveries about his uncle.
A compelling tale of one man’s struggle against nature and himself, conveying the immense personal satisfaction to be gained if one steps off the beaten track.
A fascinating story of early Black America and the resulting generations of a family that came to prominence.
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Black Girls and How We Fail Them
There are times throughout each chapter where Halliday’s writing becomes repetitive. However, her message is loud and clear. Suggest this book to parents of Black girls as well as anyone who educates, works with, and engages with them.
This business self-improvement guide will help negotiators at all skill levels to learn from their mistakes.
A stirring book that will be of interest to readers of memoirs about mental health or Jewish life, but also relevant to clinicians seeking a patient’s perspective.
This book is far more than a yoga book. It’s chock-full of historical information from key yoga texts and traditions, designed to increase a sense of stewardship for people’s individual and distinctive bodies, the land around them, and their communities. Give to fans of Jessamyn Stanley’s Every Body Yoga and Kathryn Budig’s Aim True. This title also makes a wonderful choice for activists and advocates.
An incisive indictment of the banana industry, recommended for readers interested in the public health sciences, ecology, agriculture, workers’ rights, and environmental activism.
Whether exposing his favorite guilty-pleasure Little Debbie treat or the meals he won’t ever return to, Brown writes like he cooks (and judges cooking competitions), with confidence punched up with a shake of the curmudgeon and an extra dash of comedy.
Beautifully written and thoroughly absorbing, Goodman’s book is a must-read, particularly for those interested in lesser known aspects of World War II history.
Mlotek’s multifaceted account of marriage and divorce is a modern social examination more than a personal story.
This fascinating book will be a hit among music fans and students of popular culture at public and academic libraries.
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Literature for the People: How the Pioneering Macmillan Brothers Built a Publishing Powerhouse
For all readers curious about the eventful lives and times of two tenacious brothers who brought real change to the publishing industry.
Ideal for fans of 1970s TV, Stewart’s enjoyable and thought-provoking essays will give Columbo fans an additional excuse to rewatch old episodes.
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Still Water Carving Light: Poems
These lyrics read like elegies, homages to those gone now or those who might go before us.
Santopietro has amassed a large amount of research and interviews into a compelling and flowing narrative, while photos with fashion commentary by designer Banks enlighten the text.
An introspective examination of the biographer’s craft that interrogates how a Marshall’s vocation has shaped her memories of the past. A writer’s memoir for those who enjoyed Colm Tóibín’s A Guest at the Feast.
Sturm’s advice on bridge-building and reimagination can help leaders in their work. Dense with examples and advice, the book includes thoughtful, critical responses from Goodwin Liu, Freeman Hrabowski, and Anurima Bhargava to balance Sturm’s own viewpoint as a white person.
A thoughtful and well-researched compilation of unsolved crimes, perfect for any true crime collection. Listeners interested in more of Renner’s work may also want to check out Little, Crazy Children and the forthcoming Scout Camp.
This well-researched work illuminates the deep connections between sexual politics and broader social and political movements. Recommended for social science collections everywhere.
Butler’s debut memoir is an enjoyable tribute to Little House on the Prairie and a testament to the life’s work of a thoroughly likable actor, director, and producer.
Corzo’s command of Spanish adds immediacy and authenticity to this riveting story of how one woman’s wrongful imprisonment ignited a movement to legalize abortion in Argentina and bring worldwide attention to women’s rights.
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Low-Hanging Fruit: Sparkling Whines, Champagne Problems, and Pressing Issues from My Gay Agenda
A recommended purchase, perfect for listeners who appreciate sharp humor and social commentary. Whether looking for a quick laugh or an insightful take on current events, this book provides both in abundance.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a self-described “snooty” celebrity memoir that chronicles a year in the kitchen, and in a life. Recommended for fans of Ina Garten’s Be Ready When the Luck Happens and Tom Colicchio’s Why I Cook.
Hoffman’s journey in the French countryside will challenge listeners to consider what being “at home” really means. This captivating work will add flavor to any audio memoir collection.
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A Hell of a Storm: The Battle for Kansas, the End of Compromise, and the Coming of the Civil War
An incisive and adeptly narrated account of how the Kansas-Nebraska Act brought about the rise of the Republican Party, the election of Abraham Lincoln, and a deeply polarized nation into war.
The print version of this exploration of poetry and imagery won the PEN/Voelcker Award for Poetry and an NAACP Image Award. This audio is equally impactful and is a must for any poetry or photography collection.
A passionate, precisely narrated account of recent events in Gaza and what it means to be a daughter of Rafah. Alghoul provides listeners with substantive insight into the courage required to keep writing and speaking out.
This is an engaging listen with its premise neatly laid out, organized into easily consumable chunks, and delivered with tight narration. Howes’s work fills a gap in most library collections, and the audio could be a draw for fans of history podcasts.
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Anima: A Wild Pastoral
Narrator Pela skillfully conveys Kassabova’s vivid account of the harsh realities of mountain life and the impact of limited government subsidies and restricted grazing rights on Bulgaria’s shepherding population. A thoughtful account of a changing way of life.
Lewis’s work gives listeners a starting point to assess how visual stereotyping in the U.S. continues to shape views of the Other. Her rich account is well documented and draws on the work of Frederick Douglass and W.E.B. Du Bois alongside Toni Morrison and critical race theorists who contend that visual persuasion became a normalizing strategy to make the United States a place where racial injustice thrived.
Though some listeners might wish for more hard evidence to back up the author’s accounts of the inexplicable, Milford’s debut memoir will appeal to fans of the paranormal and those seeking alternate lenses for approaching unexplained phenomena.
Shield’s inspiring and insightful narrative resonates. This fresh conversation will be a valuable addition to any collection focused on gender, personal growth, or aging.
This audiobook is a tale of the past and a cry for the future, urging listeners to appreciate and support these cherished spaces. Whether it’s discussing the unique smells of bookstores or sharing stories of literary spaces, this is a must-listen for anyone who loves books or bookstores.
This audiobook is a superb addition to Montgomery’s rich portfolio of works on the natural world. Both educational and entertaining, it offers listeners a fresh perspective on chickens and highlights the author’s skill in blending science with personal narrative.
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Magically Black and Other Essays
Using humor to address prevailing stereotypes and misconceptions, Walker unfurls a critical perspective on racial disparities in the contemporary world. This is a must-listen for listeners seeking a candid and thought-provoking account of the experiences of a Black father, writer, and educator.
Aduba’s affecting memoir is a testament to resilience, cultural heritage, and self-discovery. This audio will resonate with fans of Orange Is the New Black and those interested in immigrants’ experiences and mother-daughter relationships.
With its blend of investigative journalism and cultural critique, this must-have audiobook will spark timely conversations. A richly told series of essays, essential for those interested in social justice, politics, and the personal narratives of the working-class United States.
A heartbreaking and illuminating listen, laying bare the social and political climate of the time and the lasting impact of a horrifying hate crime.
A thought-provoking collection of poetic gems that will inspire and remind readers of the importance of connecting with the natural world.
A fascinating look at the medical knowledge of animals; this would be a worthy addition to any life sciences collection.
Readers looking for a first-person account of adventure should look to Kagge’s older writings, but this historical overview is an illuminating springboard into deeper, icier waters. A unique blend of travel and history.
Library displays highlight the collection and aid readers as they browse and find their next read, view, or listen. To help prompt display ideas and find titles to keep them stocked, LJ offers Display Shelf. Use this list to generate a quick display on the circulation desk or to fill an end-cap. The suggestions also offer RA librarians a handy list of popular titles on a range of high-interest genres and subjects. This list features the thrilling world of Formula 1 racing across fiction and nonfiction titles.
Rich observation and beautiful illustrations are highlights of Knapp’s unique take on flowering plants.
A must-read for anyone interested in technology and artificial intelligence; will also be engaging for memoir lovers.
While clearly aimed at an academic audience, this book defines its terms and provides helpful illustrations and diagrams, as well as a glossary of abbreviations. It’s accessible for interested lay readers, offering a nice round-up of the history of and current scientific understandings of evolution. Both academic and public libraries will find this enlightening and of interest.
Imagine The Bartender’s Bible got a Martha Stewart Living makeover; that about sums up this superb book’s depth of information, artfully packaged and infectiously conveyed.
This bright and lively volume catches the eye and is sure to spark nostalgic conversations about cocktails and culture.
Writing with passion, panache, and plenty of dry wit, Meathead breaks down the art and science of grilling and barbequing, making his an indispensable guide even for collections that have other excellent grilling books, such as Tyler Florence’s American Grill and Steven Raichlen’s The Barbecue! Bible.
This appealing cookbook features accessible recipes and warm guidance to ensure many happy evenings around the dinner table.
Simons offers an exploration of sesame-based recipes that go far beyond the typical and highlight this pantry staple’s versatility.
A great addition to vegan cookbook shelves, offering a multitude of options that will spark culinary creativity.
While the recipes might require an initial investment in specialty pantry items, adventurous cooks will find this book to be an excellent introduction to one important component of Japanese cuisine.
From casual viewers of The Big Bang Theory to knowledge-thirsty scientists, readers will appreciate this book’s carefulness and complexity and Vaudo’s passion for treating astrophysics (like every other body of knowledge) as an ever-evolving set of shifting reference points, like stars guiding them toward new beliefs, values, and technologies.
Didion’s timeless essays shine with Hawke at the helm. This audiobook will bring new listeners to this classic and is highly recommended for libraries everywhere.
Wilson’s delightfully positive tone makes it seem as if one is catching up with a friend. Patrons, especially those who recognize themselves as people-pleasers, will enjoy this.
RuPaul’s many fans will want to check out his self-narrated memoir, which offers a candid and sincere account of his experiences, reflections, and growth.
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We’re Alone: Essays
A luminous, must-listen compilation of essays that limns the complexities of family, migration, trauma, and resilience.
An intimate glimpse of Presley’s experiences growing up in the shadow of her father Elvis. This memoir is a beautiful tribute to the enduring power of love and the complexity of human experience through enduring family bonds.
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The Glass Menagerie
A superb production, sure to delight longtime fans and those just discovering Williams’s iconic play.
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Dorothy Parker in Hollywood
The thorny, enigmatic Parker is a great subject, and Crowther’s flawlessly narrated account is recommended for any audio biography collection.
An enlightening account of the hurdles that women creators, performers, and artists have overcome. Vibrant, essential, and empowering.
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The Message
Written at a pivotal time in history, this magnificent work addresses the pressing need to break free from destructive myths and envision a more just future. An essential and impactful listening experience.
Sanchez is unafraid to share her worst moments in this relatable and inspirational take on overcoming life’s unexpected obstacles.
Despite covering most of the significant bands of the time, Einarson tends to deal with time-worn material and offers few new insights in a book that may seem repetitive to most rock fans.
A treasure for those interested in music and women’s history. The easy-to-read narrative will appeal to a wide variety of readers.
This peek inside what it takes to become a Russian ballet dancer will inspire appreciation for Womack’s dogged determination to achieve her dream.
No matter how familiar readers are with the gospels, the stories Pagels has woven together offer new takes on who Jesus was and what it means to bring facts to faith with clarity and curiosity.
What makes this work different from others in the genre is its balanced approach to demonstrating how faith and belief in God make sense, while examining perspectives from experts with opposing viewpoints. The book’s organizational format makes it easy to follow the complex arguments and effectively highlights the centrality of faith in Christianity. A valuable addition to any library’s religion collection.
Stanfield captures the emergence and evolution of 1960s British blues that will captivate classic rock fans.
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Is This My Final Form?
A must for any contemporary poetry collection, reflecting the dizzying confusion of aging and avoiding plague in the modern era.
The short chapters make this a fast read, and the variety of musicians reckoning with their legacy means that this should have appeal for a broad selection of readers and fans.
Koehler is passionate and persuasive, but this scholarly work will probably appeal primarily to diehard Reeves fans and film students.
This deft and thoughtful anthology of poems about queerness is a strong addition to any library collection.
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Ecstasy: Poems
Dimitrov’s collection is fast paced, in-the-moment, and reflective. It is sure to make connections with readers, both those who are familiar with his writing and those who are newly discovering it.
MacKinney’s level of research and analysis will likely appeal more to music scholars than casual readers. However, as the first complete history of the Shangri-Las, this volume should still draw interest from music historians and classic pop fans.
King brings erudition to sexploitation, grounding this work in film theory and exploring the subjectivity of taste. Less subjective are the movie stills used to illustrate his points.
This breezy oral history will appeal to most rock fans. The authors explore the festival’s impact on ’90s rock culture and provide intimate portrayals of the bands that Lollapalooza featured.
Smith’s diagnosis of obsolescence intentionally provides no prognosis, but it is a compelling analysis nonetheless. A careful and fascinating study with implications that go beyond the confines of religion.
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The Bible Says So: What We Get Right (and Wrong) About Scripture’s Most Controversial Issues
At times it can be difficult to determine the audience McClellan hopes to reach, as the book’s chapters vary in length and depth, leaving some readers to find it too verbose. The work will best serves readers hoping to resolve specific issues with how the Bible is used in arguments and defenses of particular beliefs.
Little has been available heretofore about Crouch other than his 1974 autobiography Through It All, so Darden and Newby are to be commended for this title, likely to become the definitive exploration of this influential artist.
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