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Absolutely True: Banned in Richland
Sherman Alexie’s The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian, that is. The Richland School Board decided last year that the book was too dangerous for their kids to read. “Literature used in schools ought to teach high values and character,” … Continue reading
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New Noir
I’ve always been drawn to psychological novels that show the dark side…the internal struggles that complex intelligent characters have to wrestle with. These three new superbly crafted novels definitely have that “noir” feeling, with their cinematic intensity and vivid characters. … Continue reading
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The One Item Challenge
The Challenge: Out of all of the great books, movies, or music you consumed in 2011 is it possible to nominate just one title as the best? Sure lots of places, including A Reading Life, have put out a Best … Continue reading
Filed under Best of 2011, Book Lists, Fiction, Movies & Television, Nonfiction
On Display
If you are feeling like a little time away from the keyboard, AFK if you like abbreviations, but still want to get great book recommendations, why not head to the Main Library in the coming days. Our ongoing series of … Continue reading
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Best of 2011: Easy on the Eyes
Our final list makes it easier for all of us to enjoy great books. Great titles in different formats. Enjoy! For Readers of Large Print 33 Men: inside the miraculous survival and dramatic rescue of the Chilean miners, by Jonathan … Continue reading
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Best of 2011: Going to the Movies
We all have to take break from reading some time. Why not spend your reading down time watching these excellent films of 2011. You just might win the lottery. Non-fiction / documentary Bill Cunningham New York If you watch just … Continue reading
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Best of 2011: Wall of Sound
Today we have a great list of music for adults and children. Who knew shoegazing was a genre? Hearing is believing. The Best Music You Might Not Have Heard in 2011 Strange Mercy, by St. Vincent “St. Vincent’s most reflective … Continue reading
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Best of 2011: Business, Society, Science & God
Today we delve into the important topics. Where are we going, why are we here and what do we do about it. In other words it is the best in Non-Fiction for 2011. Self-Help and Social Topics Think: Straight Talk … Continue reading
Best of 2011: Kids in America
Today we list the best in children’s and young adult books from 2011. You are sure to find at least one title to intrigue and tantalize children of all ages. Who doesn’t want to know how dinosaurs say happy birthday?? … Continue reading
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Best of 2011: Location, Location, Location
Our second installment of the best of 2011 features important works by authors from the great Pacific Northwest. After sampling them, you might want to try our recommended memoirs and literature titles. Enjoy! Local Authors Fiction West of Here, by Jonathan Evison … Continue reading
Filed under Best of 2011, Book Lists, Fiction, Memoir & Biography, Nonfiction
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