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When I saw this new book on the adult fiction shelf in the library, I judged it by physical size and the fact that it had less than 75 pages. I wondered, what could possibly be on the pages that makes it so popular? A man who loved work ahead of everything else in life, including his wife and even his own son, makes a decision with the lady in the gray...
Audience: adults | Genre: fiction, contemporary fiction
For those of you who like animal trivia facts, this book is for you. There are over 150 hand-drawn illustrations with little known facts about your favorite animal. For example, did you know that a koi fish can live 200 years? Or that gorillas can catch human colds or that camels can drink 30 gallons of water in 15 minutes? This book is a quick read...
Audience: adults, children, teens | Genre: nonfiction
“My Two Elaines” is the perfect title for this book. Former Wisconsin Governor, Martin J. Schreiber fell in love with his wife, Elaine, when in high school. They married during college and pledged a lifelong commitment to each other. Together they raised a family and had successful careers. That is, until the “other Elaine” came into the story....
Audience: adults | Genre: nonfiction, memoir, mental health
This is an amazing cookbook for everyone but especially for anyone who a diabetic. Not only are the recipes easy to read and create, but all of the nutritional values including calories, cholesterol, sodium, carbohydrates and total fats are included with each one. Special occasion recipes are included for holidays, parties and everyday...
Audience: adults | Genre: nonfiction, cookbook
This is definitely not your boring BLT sandwich recipe or your old standby peanut butter and jelly sandwich. This amazing sandwich book has ways to make even the dullest sandwich fit for a king. Recipe’s for: The Elvis sandwich, made with bacon, peanut butter and banana’s; The Ultimate Chicken Sandwich, made with garlic, thyme and lemon juice;...
Audience: adults | Genre: nonfiction, cookbook
This remarkable cookbook features recipes from the Northeast, South, Midwest, Southwest and West regions of the United States. Many people recognize the Taste of Home title from their many cookbooks and their magazines. This book features real recipes from real people just like you. Colored pictures and very easy to read instructions are on every...
Audience: adults | Genre: nonfiction, cookbook
A busy lifestyle does not mean you can’t eat healthy. You will be amazed that all of the recipes can be completed in just 3 easy steps. This cookbook lists kitchen staples as well as a grocery store guide. Included also are 10 tips for preparing the express meals and a chapter on 1-step side dishes. Three-Bean Chili, Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle...
Audience: adults | Genre: nonfiction, cookbook
Hungry Girl, was created by Lisa Lillien because, as she states in her book, “I’m just hungry”. This calorie counting cookbook certainly doesn’t fall into the category of having dull and boring diet recipes. Every one of the plain and simple recipes featured in this book are “guilt free”. Breakfast Scramble Pizza, Chicken Pot Pockets,...
Anytime you see a cookbook from Gooseberry Patch you just know it is going to be great. This cookbook is very easy to read and the recipes can be made with ingredients you have in your kitchen. The creators of Gooseberry Patch, JoAnn and Vicki, have over 450 tried and true recipes to enjoy any time of the year. From everyday meals,...
Audience: adults | Genre: nonfiction, cookbook, holiday
This unbelievable book has recipes for 40 different kinds of donuts. From maple-bacon donuts to jelly-filled donuts tolemon-filled beignets and apple fritters, you will find the easy to follow recipes in this book. The hardest part will be deciding which ones to make first. The last chapter includes recipes for fillings, glazes and toppings to complete your...
Audience: adults | Genre: nonfiction, cookbook
