New books and DVD's

Adult Non-Fiction

"Power of Less: Fine Art of Limiting Yourself to the Essential" by Leo Babauta - According to Babauta (Zen to Done), employing the power of less will propel readers from chaos to blissful and productive minimalism. Learning to set limitations, ... is a cornerstone for the authors plan for increased simplicity and satisfaction. With new boundaries in place, readers can discover flow, become wholly absorbed in tasks and live the paradox of doing less and achieving more. (Jan.)- From Publishers Weekly
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Adult Fiction

"Still Alice" by Lisa Genova - "Still Alice" is a moving tale about the devastating affect Alzheimer's can have on a family. (A portion of the sale of each novel will go to the Alzheimer's Association.) - Amazon

"Death of a Witch" by M. C. Beaton - Hamish Macbeth ... has refused or resigned from every promotion offered over the past 23 novels. In Beaton’s latest, Macbeth investigates the murder of a woman who dispensed kidney-inflaming herbal aphrodisiacs to a string of Lochdubh men. Lochdubh has a ridiculously high homicide rate for a tiny village, but it provides readers with a great deal of atmospheric fun. --Connie Fletcher, Booklist

"Fatally Flaky" by Diane Mott Davidson - Bestseller Davidson is at the top of her form in her fourteenth culinary suspense novel to feature Colorado crime-solving caterer Goldy Schulz...Readers will happily sink their teeth into Goldy's latest case and come away hungry for more. -- Publisher's Weekly

"The 8th Confession" by James Patterson - "The Eighth Confession serves up a double dose of speed-charged twists and shocking revelations as only James Patterson can. -- inside front cover

"Dead Man's Puzzle" by Parnell Hall -
This is a delightful series for fans of puzzles and cozy mysteries. Cora Felton, the clever amateur sleuth whose niece secretly writes the crosswords published under Cora’s name, is a charming heroine, very much in the Miss Marple/Jessica Fletcher vein, though perhaps a bit more acid-tongued and a bit less cuddly. The Puzzle Lady novels are definitely formulaic, but they’re so gosh-darned good that it’s hard to imagine anyone minding very much. --David Pitt, Booklist

Juvenile Fiction

"One False Note" by Gordon Korman - The race is on to find 39 Clues that safeguard a great power ... tailed by a pack of power-hungry relatives, Amy and Dan can't see if they are sailing toward victory - or straight into a deadly trap. -- back cover

"Emperors of the Ice" by Richard Farr - Based on Cherry’s own memoirs and extensive research, this deceptively light-toned account makes compelling reading and is well supplied with contemporary photos, maps, an annotated source list, and other helpful extras.--John Peters, Booklist

Juvenile Non-Fiction

"Pale Male: Citizen Hawk of New York City" by Janet Schulman - "From the eye-catching endpapers ... to the energetic city scenes, readers experience New Yorkers’ excitement about Pale Male ... and understand why his story has captured the interest of so many people." -- School Library Journal

"Tsunami" by Kimiko Kajikawa - From Booklist
Readers witness the events from Ojisan’s point of view atop a hill and will appreciate his terrible realization and resourceful response. Young’s rough, impressionistic collages of hand-painted papers, fabric, and organic material are dark and stirring, and they heighten the story’s drama with dynamic compositions, then relax again as peace returns. This handsome book will enlighten and inspire young scientists and dreamers alike. --Thom Barthelmess, Booklist

"Nic Bishop Butterflies and Moths" by Nic Bishop - An eye-catching exploration of butterflies and moths. -- Amazon

"We are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball" by Kadir Nelson - "the story of Negro League baseball from its beginnings in the 1920s through its decline after Jackie Robinson crossed over to the majors in 1947." -- inside front cover

Picture Books

"Chicken and Cat Clean Up" by Sara Varon - As in Chicken and Cat (2006), Varon’s story is wordless, relying on visual cues to carry the narrative. Preschool-Grade 2. --Ian Chipman, Booklist

"Owney: the Mail-Pouch Pooch" by Mona Kerby - "Readers will be captivated by Owney's journey from hungry and homeless to beloved guardian of the mail trains... sure to develop a loyal following among lovers of dog stories." —-School Library Journal

"Higher! Higher!" by Leslie Patricelli -
A wonderfully simple book that’s simply wonderful for reading aloud. Preschool. --Carolyn Phelan, Booklist

"Chicken Little" by Rebecca Emberley and Ed Emberley - You think you know the story of Chicken Little? Well, maybe you do, but the Emberleys’ hip, happening illustrations will make you see it in a whole new way. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Ilene Cooper, Booklist

"Molly and her Dad" by Jan Ormerod and Carol Thompson - A refreshing, reassuring view of growing up with divorced parents. Preschool-Grade 2. --Gillian Engberg, Booklist

"Traction Man Meets Turbo Dog" by Mini Grey - Created with wit and finesse, this picture book is fun for reading aloud and rewarding on many levels. Preschool-Grade 2. --Carolyn Phelan, Booklist

"Birds" by Kevin Henkes - Together, the words and pictures create a book that will enchant preschool audiences again and again. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Thom Barthelmess, Booklist

Young Adult

"Crank" by Ellen Hopkins - Kristina is the perfect daughter: gifted high school junior, quiet, never any trouble. Then she meets the monster: crank. And what begins as a wild ride turns into a struggle for her mind, her soul--her life. - back cover

DVD's

"Note II: Taking a Chance on Love" - Genie Francis and Ted McGinley

"The Secret Life of Bees" - Queen Latifah, Dakota Fanning, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys and Sophie Okonedo

"Battlestar Galactica: Season 4.0"

"3:10 to Yuma" - Russell Crowe and Christian Bale

"The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" - Bradd Pitt and Cate Blanchett

"Frost/Nixon" - Frank Langela and Michael Sheen

"Beverly Hills Chihuahua" - Jaime Lee Curtis, Drew Barrymore, George Lopez, and Piper Perabo

"Twilight" - Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson