LIBRARY CORNER | 11/19/21

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More than 200 people came to the Library’s Open House. It was good to see those of you who made it. We’d like to thank our Friends of the Library who provided refreshments.

This week in the library:

  • Monday—Needlework 9:30 a.m.
  • Tuesday—Story Time 11 a.m.
  • Wednesday—Family History Workshop 9:30 a.m.
  • Thursday—Visit from EC Brice Second Grade
    Family Night 6 p.m. (Games and Pop Corn)
    Book Club 6 p.m. (The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek)
  • Friday—Dominoes 9:30 a.m.
  • Monday, Wednesday and Friday—Explorium 9-11 a.m.

Next week:

  • Monday through Wednesday—Craft Week (Kids drop by for Ms. Jeanette’s Crafts)
  • Monday—Needlework 9:30 a.m.
  • Tuesday—Story Time 11 a.m.
  • Thursday and Friday—Closed for Thanksgiving

If you haven’t read The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek, I highly recommend it. Cussy Mary is the last of the “blue” Kentucky hill people. She’s a Packhorse Librarian working for Franklin Roosevelt’s WPA during the Depression. Its sequel, The Book Woman’s Daughter will be out next year.

December’s Library Reads list is here and I’m looking forward to The Cat Who Saved Books by Sosuke Natsukawa. “A used bookstore, a grieving teen with an appreciation of reading, and a talking cat! What more could you ask of a fantasy? Throw in a mission to free lost and damaged books and a bit of readers’ advisory, and you have a thoughtful exploration of the truths behind the pleasures of reading. This is for fans of author Roselle Lim and The Little Paris Bookshop.” (12-7) Lucy Cockley

The Library Reads top pick for December is The Ballerinas by Rachel Kapelke-Dale.

“Delphine is returning to Paris to choreograph her own ballet. There she meets up with her lifelong friends and fellow dancers Margaux and Lindsay. This absorbing and thrilling character-driven novel explores the world of ballet and its mysteries and secrets. Give this one to fans of Luster, Trust Exercise and My Dark Vanessa.” (12-7) Terri Smith

Beasts of a Little Land is by Juhea Kim. “Hauntingly tragic and beautifully tender, the story of Jade Ahn is interwoven with the fate of Korea in the early 20th century. Jade is apprenticed to a courtesan at a young age, and her friendships there form an unbreakable bond that leads them through multiple tragedies and loves. This is recommended for fans of Jin Lee and Amy Tan.” (12-7) Joy Matteson

Bright Burning Things by Lisa Harding is “a searing portrait of addiction and recovery, told in the voice of Sonya, a former actress, raging alcoholic, and mother to four-year-old Tommy. When she almost sets the house on fire, her father forces her to rehab. She goes, if not for her sake, then for Tommy’s. Sonya travels the difficult road to reintegrate into society and reclaim her beloved son. This is for fans of Shuggie Bain and All Fall Down.” (12-7) Lisa Burris

Murder Under Her Skin by Stephen Spotswood sounds like a good one. “These fun throwback hard-boiled mysteries feature two female sleuths in the post-war 1940s—Lillian Pentecost, an unorthodox Brooklyn detective, and her unlikely partner, circus runaway Will Parker. Their second case involves a murder at Will’s former circus and is perfect for readers of Rex Stout and Agatha Christie.” (12-7) Patti Cheney

If you haven’t been to the Square on Saturday evening, you’re missing something special. Book a carriage ride, eat some food truck fare and enjoy the lights. Oh, and don’t forget to visit Santa and get a cookie made by one of our city bakers. Santa is there from 4-8 p.m.

Hope you and yours are together for Thanksgiving. Happy reading!

Helen Thompson, Director – Mount Pleasant Public Library