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Shetterly gives readers a compelling narrative of personal stories about the 1979 Greensboro massacre and its legacy in the context of Greensboro’s history, the Black liberation movement, and political and revolutionary aspirations to end the nation’s racial disparities and exploitation of the working poor.
PREMIUM
Magically Black and Other Essays
Walker’s reflections are honest with trappings of anger, regret, and growth. Readers who enjoyed his previous titles will savor this one, as will new readers, who will want to read his previous works.
Fans of Matheson from the kitchen or TV will love this cookbook filled with great eats, his everyday life, and his love of food.
Recommended for libraries with an interest in policing, social policy, privacy issues and technology.
This recommended, serious book addresses a devastating issue but still provides hope. The narrative format, with much of the information relayed in the farmers’ own words, ensures that the content will be accessible to most readers.
This distinctive title gives readers vivid insight into the lives of four fascinating cellists. It also pays homage to the uniqueness of cellos.
The market of spritz-focused cocktail books may be oversaturated, but this title contributes a variety of beautifully photographed cocktail options and recipes for both new and experienced readers to make and enjoy.
Slater’s fleet, detail-filled narrative brings Rothstein and Shoenfeld to the forefront. This book will entertain readers of American history, Jewish history, and true crime.
Franklin remains a popular subject, and this book adds much to the conversation about the mystery surrounding his final expedition.
Best for experienced cooks, these are restaurant-quality dishes, with the cost, time, and technique requirements one would expect to see from a chef; for any foodie-turned-keto, the book delivers.
Powerful, well-researched, and accessible, this book will appeal to readers who want to know what they can do to stop environmental decline. This title will likely spark discussions about the advantages of regenerative over industrial agricultural practices.
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The Car Lover’s Guide to London
This enjoyable read may have a niche audience, but it makes a fun addition to displays and collections.
This recommended book, with its technical jargon, aptly contributes to the conversation about revising the policies that financial institutions and services must follow. Ideal for readers who are interested in approaches to improving strategies related to regulations, finance, and government.
Filled with recipes that will tempt Japanese foodies and vegans alike, this cookbook will be in high demand at many libraries.
Jackson’s story is a poignant reflection on time, place, and a nation’s history. This is a lovely, absorbing, candid, inspirational memoir. Ideal as a motivational read, particularly for young adults and especially for women and people of color.
Whether a rail pass will save money is completely dependent on the trip one plans to take, but anyone who enjoys reading the website The Man in Seat Sixty-One will thrill to this guide for its train-centric approach. Even those not as enamored of train travel will find the base city/day trip concept of use when planning their own vacation.
This highly recommended title is for readers concerned about current agricultural policies and practices and the future of the nation’s food production.
This thought-provoking book makes readers think about how much they’re willing to rely on machines in the future.
A highly useful resource that expertly guides readers who appreciate the outdoors and hiking through planning a safe expedition to the natural wonders Maine has to offer.
A sugar-filled smorgasbord that feels like Buddy wrote it himself. The recipes will bring out one’s inner child with all the fun combinations from Taylor (The Unofficial Home Alone Cookbook).
Perfect for armchair travelers, train buffs, and those researching travel highlights in their destination of choice.
Overall, a thought-provoking examination of consumer views toward sustainability. Readers of popular business titles will likely find the material accessible and engaging.
Citizens interested in the far right’s takeover of some parts of local law enforcement in the U.S. will be enlightened.
Entertaining and enlightening but also a bit prickly, this book is a recommended tour of alternative farms. For readers looking for stories about marginalized people who are trying to thrive in agricultural settings.
PREMIUM
Foraging Mushrooms of the Rocky Mountains: Finding, Identifying, and Preparing Edible Wild Mushrooms
A handy guide for readers interested in mushroom foraging. Ecology-minded people and nature lovers will be drawn to this title as well.
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The Craft of Research
This reference guide is an accessible addition to any undergraduate reading list, but it will be particularly useful for social sciences students. It is well-written, clearly structured, and easy to read and use.
Readers who enjoy stories about organized-crime families will appreciate this book. Give to fans of Five Families by Selwyn Raab and For the Sins of My Father by Albert DeMeo.
While this is largely a work of urban history, it will also appeal to readers interested in understanding the intersection of city, state, and federal policies (and funding).
This title is far more than a typical job-search book. It’s a detailed and solid choice for readers wishing to make the most of their next job move.
A comprehensive, cross-disciplinary study of circumcision. It might become the standard and authoritative book on this topic.
Deliberately off the mainstream, this engaging collection of intellectual, approachable essays is both a good entry point for those readers unfamiliar with Graeber’s work as well as a worthwhile read for audiences who know his writing well.
Parr never overreaches or preaches. He doesn’t slight Malcolm’s rigidities but he enriches readers’ appreciation of one of the most influential spokespersons of a tumultuous age.
Commodore founders’ personalities are expertly presented in this recommended book that offers insight into how and why corporate and marketing decisions were made.
Hughes-Hallett vividly describes the politics and culture of the era in this fascinating biography for readers of British history.
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The Impeachment Power: The Law, Politics, and Purpose of an Extraordinary Constitutional Tool
Highly recommended for any reader interested in American government and politics.
An intriguing perspective on a lesser-known case. This book proves that history can repeat itself in unexpected ways, and not everyone is eager to revisit the past.
A powerful, necessary read and crucial contribution to the conversation on hunger and inequality that demands to be read with an open mind and a compassionate heart. It offers a fair, unflinching examination of the structural forces that drive hunger in the United States.
Well written and full of refreshing details, this economic picture of the early United States is a must for readers.
A fascinating and alarming look at authoritarian cooperation. Will appeal to readers interested in political science and the preservation of democracy.
A worthy read for people interested in the role sensationalized news media plays on public life and discourse.
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Analog Superpowers: How Twentieth-Century Technology Theft Built the National Security State
Hard-core military historians and tech law aficionados will appreciate this thoroughly researched book.
This stunning memoir offers compelling details about Nenquimo’s parallel journeys from student to activist and from child to mother, in a way that will appeal to readers of many generations.
Readers who enjoy true crime will love this chance to go beyond the headlines and discover the whole story of the horrors that landed this couple in prison. Daybell was sentenced to death; Vallow’s sentence was life without parole.
This book usefully illustrates both the history and the current state of waste disposal in the U.S., but some parts are unfocused or seemingly cut short.
A must-listen, providing insight into the imprisonment of Japanese American people and suggesting connections to current sociopolitical battle lines. Those interested in furthering their knowledge will want to check out Only What We Could Carry, edited by Lawson Fusao Inada, or Abe’s We Hereby Refuse, coauthored with Tamiko Nimura.
Upholt’s thought-provoking natural history considers the past and the possible future of the Mississippi River. An excellent recommendation for those interested in the intersection of history, the environment, and public works.
The U.S. Bureau of the Census predicts that by 2060, one in three Americans will claim Latino heritage. Their story is an American tale that deserves to be heard.
This nuanced work on the history of museums addresses debates about cultural appropriation and offers solutions to help museum workers become more adept at addressing colonial legacies. A good pairing with Bénédicte Savoy’s Africa’s Struggle for Its Art, which describes African nations’ attempts to repatriate looted artworks.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking cinematic science biography. Recommended for fans of Markel’s previous medical histories, such as The Kelloggs: The Battling Brothers of Battle Creek.
The history and cultural perpetuation of disordered eating, especially in women, are deeply, compellingly explored. A must-buy.
Writing with an effortless élan that only a French pastry chef could have, Ansel not only offers fascinating glimpses into his life with an array of reliable recipes but also gives bakers a new way of looking at the sweet treats in their lives.
While the book’s target audience may be New England fans of the company, beginning cooks around the country will find this to be a solid introduction to how the judicious use of spices, marinades, and sauces can elevate standard dishes into something really special.
This accessible and actionable book lets perimenopausal and menopausal readers know that change to their bodies is inevitable as they age and move through these hormonal changes. Shepherd expertly empowers her audience to better position themselves to continue pursuing health, strength, wellness, good sex, and deep sleep.
This all-encompassing love letter to the mushroom will be a welcome addition to every collection and is sure to be enjoyed by casual cooks, along with those who are deeply interested in the mushroom.
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Why I Cook
This cultivated collection of tales from a storied culinary career will elevate cookbook shelves and deliver lots of family meals along with hours of reading enjoyment.
Another solid addition to Kieffer’s growing library of baking books, bound to be in high demand for its breadth of recipes and flavors and trending subject.
Todd Wilbur pioneered corporate recipe-duplication with his Top Secret Recipe cookbooks back in the 1990s. Home cooks with a hankering for their favorite items from grocery store aisles, fast-food chains, and more will appreciate this fun, friendly new take on the subject.
This simple approach to vegetarian dishes using Halloumi offers encouragement and confidence to help home cooks embrace a tantalizing meat substitute.
Lahey’s passion for great tasting bread and his easy, accessible recipes will inspire a new batch of bakers to try their hand at turning out artisanal quality bread at home.
Beginning and experienced bakers alike will be enchanted by Owen’s cozy Canadian brand of culinary charm, which underscores the power of baking to bring people together.
This deserves a space in collections that cater to both casual and adventurous bakers. Kourelos’s writing is approachable, and she creates a supportive space for those starting the same journey she has explored so deliciously.
A sharp, well-researched critique aimed at politically active readers who want to better understand why people believe what they believe.
Intriguing and meticulously researched, this book about Catherine of Braganza is highly recommended for readers interested in British history and royal biographies.
King loves his music and knows his history. The result is a lively, informative book on the birth and nurture of a classic.
This deeply researched and engaging account shines a light on a vital but little-known aspect of intelligence gathering. Readers interested in World War II espionage and the role scholars have played in surveillance and reconnaissance campaigns will enjoy this volume.
This gripping title will appeal to readers interested in how the lives of people with disabilities are impacted by architecture, access, clothing, employment, transportation, and mobility. It will also interest people working with or providing services as caregivers, social workers, think tanks, and more.
A book about language, built by a skilled architect employing the most artful uses of words. This thought-provoking book is a lovely addition to any collection.
This guide argues that societal, medical, and legal views of menopause need a makeover, and that people need to discuss menopause more. It thoroughly and expertly delivers details with a large dose of advocacy that could change things for the better.
A vivid and comprehensive discussion about women’s fight for freedom against the ruling class’s control of style and fashion. Recommended for listeners interested in fashion’s evolution and the impact glamor has on culture.★
PREMIUM
I Curse You with Joy
A book that begs to be listened to rather than read. Haddish’s exceptional performance will bring immense pleasure to established fans and win over new ones as well. An essential purchase for all memoir collections. The Grammy nomination for The Last Black Unicorn is a testament to her talent.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a thorough, thought-provoking guide to the economics of environmentalism. Recommended for fans of climate-conscious activists such as Jeremy Rifkin and Naomi Klein.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a fast-paced story of social media malevolence and manipulation. Recommended for fans of nonfiction that reads like fiction, such as David Winkler’s The Arrangement.
This eye-opening challenge to the traditional canon of North American history is highly recommended for any library.★
Soep’s lack of experience as a narrator is outweighed by her voice’s emotional resolve. This poignant memoir will resonate with anyone familiar with grief and loss.
Tomlinson serves up lots of canine knowledge and science amid abundant emotional, humorous, and pop culture tidbits. This is truly the audiobook for dog lovers everywhere.
A funny and engaging work that should appeal to fans of comedy memoirs and conversational podcasts, but those seeking true self-help on the art of small talk may want to look elsewhere.
Morgan’s evocative retelling of his Alaskan adventures should appeal to fans of the Iditarod and those interested in learning more about the unique traits of the dogs who race in it. Pair with Kristin Knight Pace’s This Much Country or Debbie Clarke Moderow’s Fast into the Night.
The two friends have produced an intertwined composition that invites readers to step inside and live with them for a while. This would be a lovely addition to all collections.
These books about the natural world share one woman’s unlikely friendship with a wild hare, meditations on the wonders of nature, and a hyper-local exploration of climate change.
This important, insightful book urges readers to push beyond political or popular rhetoric to address the unconscionable human and social costs of a misguided and dehumanizing system of injustice.
Orlin’s lighthearted, informative, and engaging approach may encourage some math-averse readers to keep trying and could quell math-related anxiety as well. It makes a great complement to the multitude of available basic math texts.
Biology students and armchair travelers alike will enjoy this chance to explore the remarkably varied ecology of frogs and toads.
An intriguing title capturing the work of a brilliant mathematician who excelled despite obstacles she experienced simply because she was a woman. Best for students of physics, math, and gender studies.
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