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Everything on a Waffle, by Polly Horvath
When Primrose’s parents are lost at sea off Coal Harbour in Canada, she is cared for by a series of
neighbors and relatives, including Miss Bowzer, who owns a restaurant where everything is served on a waffle.
Newbery Honor Book.
Whittington, by Alan Armstrong
In this tale of talking barnyard animals, a feline descendent of Dick Whittington’s cat relates his ancestor’s legend. He further endears himself to the group by ridding the barn of rats. Meanwhile the animals encourage Abby to teach her dyslexic brother, Ben, to read. Newbery Honor Book.
Anne of the Island: Anne of Green Gables, Book 3 by L.M. Montgomery
Anne’s world changes as she leaves Prince Edward Island for college. Her childhood friends are marrying, but while Anne hopes for love, it seems to elude her. Includes biography of Montgomery by Caroline Parry.
New in Adult Fiction
Amazing Grace, by Danielle Steel
An earthquake in California changes the lives of three women. Socialite Sarah Sloane’s husband’s illegal hedgefund scheme is exposed during a power outage. Singer Melanie Free volunteers at a quake refugee camp despite the wishes of her mother and boyfriend. Sister Maggie, a nun, falls in love. Bestseller.
The Choice, by Nicholas Sparks
North Carolina. After just one whirlwind weekend, Gabby Holland falls hard for her new neighbor Travis Parker and must choose between him and her longtime boyfriend. Years later, a tougher choice could end the relationship between Gabby and Travis forever.
Pontoon: A Lake Wobegon Novel, by Garrison Keillor
When the elderly Evelyn dies, she leaves behind instructions to have her ashes put in a bowling ball – given to her by a mysterious boyfriend – and then dropped into the lake. These arrangements conflict with another Lake Wobegon woman’s unusual wedding plans. Bestseller.
New in Health
Outliving Heart Disease: The Ten New Rules for Prevention and Treatment, by Richard A. Stein
Cardiologist presents to people with heart disease his plan on “living well with your heart until you die of something else.” Describes scientific breakthroughs in tests, treatments, and medications; suggests lifestyle changes in diet and exercise; discusses alternative and complementary therapies; and covers the mind-body connection.
QuickFacts: Lung Cancer, What You Need to Know – Now; Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer, by American Cancer Society
Comprehensive guide to two forms of lung cancer – small cell and non-small cell. Covers risk factors and causes, prevention and detection, diagnosis and treatment, research, and post treatment care. Includes resources.
New in Food
Teens Cook Dessert, by Megan Carle and Jill Carle
The sisters who wrote Teens Cook expand their repertoire to the dessert course. Step-by-step guide to making cookies, pies, cakes, puddings, and both simple and fancy holiday treats. Recipes include triple chocolate biscotti, fresh berry pie, and chocolate éclairs.
The True History of Chocolate, by Sophie D. Coe and Michael D. Coe
Traces the development of processed chocolate from its pre-Columbian origins to its modern forms. Explains the steps involved in turning the seeds of the cacao plant into a drink. Discusses chocolate’s culinary transformation in Europe and its evolution from an elite luxury to food for the masses.
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