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| I Will Kill Your Imaginary Friend for $200 by Robert BrockwayDowntrodden Maksim "Ivan" Ivanov has the unique ability to see (and kill) other people's imaginary friends, a skill he utilizes to make a quick buck. But when he's pitted against violent prankster Eddie Video, the imaginary friend of 8-year-old Kay Washington, he discovers that Eddie is unlike any foe he's faced before. For fans of: Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman; Mister Magic by Kiersten White. |
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| Dead First by Johnny ComptonTexas PI Shyla Sinclair is tasked by immortal billionaire Saxton Braith to find out why he can't die -- an endeavor that could reveal dangerous secrets, including a few of Shyla's own. This supernatural mystery from Bram Stoker Award-winning author Johnny Compton will appeal to fans of The Haunting of Room 904 by Erika T. Wurth and You Should Have Been Nicer to My Mom by Vincent Tirado. |
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| She Made Herself a Monster by Anna KovatchevaIn a 19th-century Bulgarian village beset by misfortune, ostracized orphan Anka teams up with Yana, a self-proclaimed vampire slayer, to escape the clutches of her lecherous guardian who intends to marry her. This atmospheric tale of man-made monsters and feminine rage will appeal to fans of the Slavic folklore-inspired novels of Naomi Novik and Lapvona by Ottessa Moshfegh. |
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| Humboldt Cut by Allison MickBack in her logging hometown for her godmother's funeral, nurse Jasmine discovers her family's connection to the land after her brother James goes missing in the woods and she's forced to confront the terrors within if she hopes to find him. Narrated by the forest itself, this evocative eco-horror debut is perfect for fans of Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer, The Overstory by Richard Powers, and They Fear Not Men in the Woods by Gretchen McNeil. |
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| On Sundays She Picked Flowers by Yah Yah ScholfieldAfter escaping the clutches of her abusive mother in the 1965 American South, 41-year-old Judith "Jude" Rice finds solace in the Georgia swamplands, where she falls for the mysterious Nemoira, who pushes her to limits she didn't know she had. Fans of Tananarive Due and Bloom by Delilah S. Dawson will want to check out debut author Yah Yah Scholfield's seductive blend of Southern gothic and body horror. |
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| The Glowing Hours by Leila SiddiquiIn 1816, British Indian housemaid Mehrunissa Begum accompanies her employers, Percy and Mary Shelley, to Lake Geneva, where Mary begins writing Frankenstein. But as the summer progresses, Mehrunissa notices the supernatural events plaguing not only the villa, but Mary herself. For fans of: Midnight Rooms by Donyae Coles; Frankenstein-inspired novels like Eynhallow by Tim McGregor. |
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| This House Will Feed by Maria TureaudAfter losing her family to the Great Famine in 1848 Ireland, Maggie O'Shaughnessy agrees to pose as Lady Catherine's late daughter to help the noblewoman protect her inheritance. But the rumors that Catherine's estate is haunted prove too difficult to ignore, and Maggie begins to suspect that her employer is behind the malevolence. Try this next: Cape Fever by Nadia Davids. |
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| Nowhere Burning by Catriona WardAbused siblings Riley and Oliver flee their home for Nowhere, a refuge for runaway children in the Colorado Rockies. But soon they learn that their newfound sanctuary comes at a terrible price -- one they're not sure they're willing to pay. Try this next: Children of Chicago by Cynthia Pelayo; One of Us by Dan Chaon. |
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Beginning Viking Wire Weaving Part Two
Tuesday, April 14,
6:00pm
Choctaw
Come learn this simple technique for jewelry making and leave with a trinket of your own. Viking Wire Weaving is a fun adaptable form and a great way for beginners to get started in jewelry making. Participants will be taught the single knit Viking Weave technique and create their own piece of jewelry. Learn this simple, fun method that can be used to make bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and more!
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Forensic Night
Thursday, April 16,
6:30pm
Downtown
Step into the world of forensic osteology and uncover the secrets hidden in bone. In this hands-on experience, each table receives a mystery case to investigate using high-quality replica skulls cast from real homicides, accidents, and suicides. Learn how experts determine age, sex, evidence of trauma, or signs of disease by reading the features of bone. Work like real investigators as you piece together the story your skull has to tell. Ages 16 and up. Personal discretion advised. Discover the fascinating world of bones at Nature’s Open Book: a special exhibit from SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology! Visit the Downtown Library in April and May to explore a selection of incredible skeletal and taxidermy specimens, with additional displays at 11 library branches.
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True Crime Club
Thursday, April 23,
7:00pm
Choctaw
Are you fascinated by the mysterious, the unsolved, and the stories that chill to the bone? Or are cons and schemes more up your alley? The True Crime Club is your destination for diving deep into real-life cases, from infamous serial killers and cold cases to criminal psychology and forensic breakthroughs. Each meeting, we dissect true crime documentaries, analyze evidence, debate theories, and explore the legal and ethical questions surrounding high-profile investigations. Whether you're a seasoned sleuth or just curious about the darker side of human nature, you'll find community, critical thinking, and captivating conversation here. Meet us at the Choctaw Library at 7:00 PM on the 4th Thursday of the month!
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Locomotion and Skeleton Adaptations
Saturday, April 25,
2:00pm
Edmond
Locomotion and Skeletal Adaptations familiarize students with a key feature to animal survival, locomotion. Much can be learned from observing the bones associated with motion: diet, predator-prey relationships, etc. Participants will observe skeletal features that define a particular type of movement and then name that movement. Discover the fascinating world of bones at Nature’s Open Book: a special exhibit from SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology! Visit the Downtown Library in April and May to explore a selection of incredible skeletal and taxidermy specimens, with additional displays at 11 library branches.
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Introduction to Japanese: Learn Hiragana!
Saturday, May 2,
2:00pm
Bethany
Learn Hiragana, one of three parts of the Japanese writing system! This is an engaging, beginner-friendly 60-minute introduction with reading, writing, and interactive practice for tweens and teens aged 10–18.
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Cypress Resume
Create professional resumes, cover letters and reference lists in minutes by simply entering basic information about yourself.
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Home Improvement Source
Looking to do it yourself? The Home Improvement Source provides detailed, user-friendly “how-to” information covering a variety of home improvement and repair projects.
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Kanopy
Kanopy offers over 30,000 films, TV shows, and documentaries that you can stream in your browser or watch on iOS, Android, Chromecast, AppleTV, Kindle Fire, or Roku. Titles include The Criterion Collection, PBS, Oscar winners and nominees, classic cinema, world cinema, the Great Courses, popular movies, and more. There are even movies for kids!
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Literary Reference Source Plus
Literary Reference Source Plus includes full-text resources focusing on plays/drama, poetry, religious literature and children's literature. This database also includes volumes of fantasy/science fiction, contemporary literature, world philosophy and religious literature, and literary study guides covering American Literature, English Literature and literary genres.
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Newspapers.com
Dating from the early 1700s into the 2000s, Newspapers.com Library Edition contains full runs and portions of runs of well-known, regional and state titles to small local newspapers in the United States and other countries. This is a great resource for genealogists looking for information on their family history.
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