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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
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Best of 2011: Fiction Favorites
Tis the season for Best of Lists. Your inner cynic may question the need for yet another. But this list is special. Really! You see, this list was hand crafted by the seasoned staff of the Everett Public Library. Why … Continue reading
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Get Lost in a Book
Are you curious about what the staff at the Everett Public Library are reading beyond what you see on A Reading Life? Our writers can only highlight so much in a blog post after all. If you want to find … Continue reading
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Hell on Two Wheels
You’ve been on a bike before, right? Maybe it was just when you were a kid or maybe you still ride. (If you don’t ride, I’d like to encourage you to start.) You’ve probably also seen part of the Tour de … Continue reading
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The Dark Side of Customer Service
Curious about how the person on the other side of the counter feels about serving you? Maybe you’ve been on the other side yourself and want to see your feelings put into words? Malled recounts Caitlin Kelly’s adventures in retail. She … Continue reading
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