BOOKS OF THE MONTH

November Books of the month!

 “The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s life. Rarely do members of one family grow up under the same roof.” – Richard Bach

Celebrate the month of November with stories that celebrate Native American Heritage Month, Veterans Day, and the joy of finding family in sometimes unconventional places.

These books were hand-picked by your local city librarians, we hope the stories that inspire us can inspire you too!

-“Matilda” by Roald DahlJunior Fiction

Matilda is a children’s book written by Roald Dahl and published in 1988. It is about a book-loving little girl with an abusive family who discovers that she’s gifted in more ways than one and finds a kind loving family in the least expected place.

-“Remember” by U.S Poet Laureate Joy Harjo and Illustrated by Michaela Goade – Children’s Book

Remember” is a picture book adaptation of a poem by Joy Harjo that encourages readers to “remember” and reconnect to the world around them, nature, their family, and people of all walks.

-“Top Dog” by Maria Goodavage -Adult Non-Fiction

Maria Goodavage takes readers into the life of Lucca K458, a decorated and highly skilled military working dog. An extraordinary bond develops between Lucca and Marine Corps dog handlers Chris Willingham and Juan Rodriguez, in what would become a legendary 400-mission career.. The book describes in gritty detail Lucca’s adventures on and off the battlefields, including tense, lifesaving explosives finds and firefights, as well as the bravery of fellow handlers and dogs they served with.

-“Wolf Hollow” by Lauren Wolk – Junior Fiction

“Twelve-year-old Annabelle must learn to stand up for what’s right in the face of a manipulative and violent new bully who targets people Annabelle cares about, including a homeless World War I veteran. Wolf Hollow showcases the power of compassion and the courage to stand up for what is right.

The Most Thankful Thing” by Lisa McCourt and Illustrated by Cyd Moore – Children’s Picture Book

When a little girl asks her mom what her “most thankful thing ever” is, Mom turns the question into a fun trip down memory lane. Turning the pages of Mom’s photo album, they discover many wonderful moments in Mom’s life, from summer camp to winning a trophy in a soccer tournament, from singing onstage to her wedding day. But one event in Mom’s whole life is the very best ever — the birth of her precious little girl.

America’s Ancient Cities” by Gene S. Stuart with Photography by Richard A. Cooke III

Spanning more than 14,000 years of human history, America’s Ancient Cities reveals how settlements evolved and how urban centers grew and functioned. Millennia ago, prehistoric hunters and gatherers dispersed and peopled the continent. 

The Family Gathering” by Robyn Carr

Having left the military, Dakota Jones is at a crossroads in his life. With his elder brother and youngest sister happily settled in Sullivan’s Crossing, he shows up hoping to clear his head before moving on to his next adventure. But, like every visitor to the Crossing, he’s immediately drawn to the down-to-earth people and the seemingly simple way of life. Dakota is unprepared for how quickly things get complicated.