New Books Arriving Daily!!
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New Releases

Blackwater: The Rise of the World's Most Powerful Mercenary Army By Jeremy Scahill

Four Queens: The Provencal Sisters Who Ruled Europe by Nancy Goldstone
Even the most devout fans of the Tudors sometimes need a respite from all that head chopping and marital misery. Meet Marguerite, Eleanor, Sanchia and Beatrice: four sisters from 13th century Provence. This sprightly non-fiction title details how the four daughters of the Count of Provence would become the queens of England, France, Germany and Sicily. The sisters' lives are fascinating. They wielded influence, pursued power, dealth with difficult husbands. The books charm comes from author Nancy Goldstone's witty tone and tetails about how these women lived. Imagine history with a nice dollop of chick-lit charm.

Luncheon of the Boating Party by Susan Vreeland
The same author of The Girl in Hyacinth Blue

Sheer Abandon by Penny Viccenzi
Anyone who likes Barbara Taylor Bradford will like this.

When We Get There By Shauna Seliy
This is a perfect example of the best kind of crossover novel that will appeal to any teen who has the good fortune to find it. Readers surely will find heart's content in this exquisite work of fiction.

New Rosemary Secord Memorial Books for 2007

The Big Twitch: One Man, One Continent, a Race Against Time by Sean Dooley
This is a true story about birdwatching. Prepare to laugh outloud!

Burpee Complete Flower Gardner by Karan Davis Cutler
Find out about raising annuals, perennials, and bulbs in one book. Flower gardening using organic materials. Pictures add to the beauty and many design ideas.

Gardening with Heirloom Seeds by Lynn Coulter
Tried and true florwers, fruits and vegetables for a new generation.

Gardening with Woodland Plants by Karen Junker

Good Birders Don't Wear White: 50 Tips from North America's Top Birders by Pete Dunne
"the book is a delight to read and will generate new enthusiasm for the hobby."

Pattern Garden: The Essential Elements of Garden Making by Valerie Easton
Easton helps beginning garden designers think about elements of harmony and balance while combining the very pleasing effects of placing plants in a delighful way to awaken our senses.

Pete Dunne's Essential Field Guide Companion: A Comprehensive Resource for Identifying North American Birds by Pete Dunne

Plant Propagator's Bible: A Step-by-Step Guide to Propagating Every Plant in Your Garden by Miranda Smith
Just thumbing through this book when it came in, I learned how to make new plants!

Pots in the Garden by Ray Rogers
Along with 240 full color photographs, the author talks about how to focus planting containers in an ascetically pleasurable array on patios, walls and railings. He speaks about a wide variety of plants and their soil needs for container gardening.

Seedhead in the Garden by Noel Kingsbury
If winter gardens are truly all the rage, then here, with normally six months of winter, this is the book for us to plan, look and enjoy our winter gardens. For the open minded gardener.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Suggestions for new titles are always welcome!

Suggestions help the library mold its budget to local needs. They will be considered with the selection policy and budget constraints in mind, as well as use. Please contact Cindy or leave a message with any of the staff.

  • For books that are not purchased, please consider using Interlibrary Loan, a free service. Ask us about it!
  • Any book or item can be placed on reserve if it is out. Call or stop in today!
  • ECHO MUSEUM PASSES AVAILABLE!

Ask us to borrow the Library's ECHO pass and up to two adults and three youths will be admitted to the ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center, at the Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, for just $2.00 each*

Borrow a book. Borrow the pass.

*Program ends October 31, 2007.

Check Out these Great Websites!

From search engines, to health to government websites, we've put together links to some great information in one spot for easy and convenient access.

Vermont Online Libraries (databases)    

The library is able to offer extensive research through these databases and we are absolutely thrilled to be able to offer these databases available for home use.         

URL:  infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/vol_l99l     Password is your library card number.

We have recently added the following databases from H. W. Wilson: Biography Reference Bank, Wilson Biographies Plus Illustrated, Current Biography Illustrated, Junior Authors and Illustrators. You can also access this information from home and the Password is your library card number.

URL: http://vnweb.hwwilsonweb.com/hww/login_patronid.jhtml

To use the database on the computers in the library, please click this link: http://vnweb.hwwilsonweb.com/hww/jumpstart.jhtml

 

New Young Adult Books

The Cobleigh has a large collection of Young Adult material on the 2nd Floor of the Library. These books will appeal to teens and all lovers of good writing. We also have an ever-expanding collection of Graphic Novels. Come in and check it out!

The Rules of Survival by Nancy Werlin

Werlin tackles the topic of child abuse with grace and insight. Narrated by 17-year-old Matt as a letter to his youngest sister, Emmy, The Rules of Survival is his effort to come to terms with the viscious treatment he and his two sisters suffered at the hands of Nikki, their beautiful and unpredictable mother. The characters captivate readers from the beginning, and short, terse chapters move the plot along with an intensity that will appeal to seasoned Werlin fans and reluctant readers alike. Grades 9 and up. (From School Library Journal)

Things Hoped For by Andrew Clements

Since leaving West Virginia for New York City two years ago, Gwen has been living with her grandfather and studying violin at the Manhattan School of Music. When Grampa disappears after leaving a reassuring, although cryptic, message on the answering machine, shy Gwen is unsettled but determined to carry on with her routine.Several days later, Grampa's manner of reappearance is a shock. This is a realistic depiction of a young woman who is thrown off kilter by emotional turmoil who learns to regain her balance and gain a new level of confidence. Riveting story line, engaging characters, and intriquing insights into the development of musical artistry.Grade 8-11. (From Booklist)

New Moon by Stephanie Meyer

A new offering in the ever popular vampire genre. Recovered from the vampire attach that hospitalized her in the conclusion of Twilight (Little, Brown 2005), Bella celebrates her birthday with her boyfriend Edward and his family, a unique clan of vampires that have sworn off human blood. But the celebration ends abruptly when Bella cuts her arm on broken glass and the family has to retreat lest they make a meal of her. Edward sees no option for Bella's safety but for her to leave. Mourning his departure, she slips into a spiral of depression that penetrates and lingers over her every step. Vampire vans will really appreciate the dour mood that hangs over the novel. Less streamlined than Twilight, yet just as exciting, New Moon will more than feed the bloodthirsty hankerings of fans of the first volume and leave them breathless for the third. Grade 9 Up. (From School Library Journal)