New Adult Nonfiction Books
10/15/2025
 
 
The following books are new to the shelves at Kendall Young Library.  To reserve an item, click on the image or title to be taken to the library's catalog.  (Detailed instructions at the end of the newsletter.)
 
History matters by David G. McCullough
History matters
by David G. McCullough

This posthumous collection of essays from the legendary historian looks at subjects such as the character of American leaders, the influence of art and mentors and the importance of understanding the past to better navigate the present and future.
Softly, as I leave you : life after Elvis-a memoir by Priscilla Presley
Softly, as I leave you : life after Elvis-a memoir
by Priscilla Presley

Recounts the author's journey from life inside Elvis's inner circle to finding independence after their divorce, navigating grief, single motherhood, and personal reinvention as she built a life beyond fame, ultimately transforming tragedy and loss into strength and purpose. Illustrations.
107 days by Kamala Harris
107 days
by Kamala Harris

"Your Secret Service code name is Pioneer. You are the first woman in history to be elected vice president of the United States. On July 21, 2024, your running mate, Joe Biden, announces that he will not be seeking reelection. The presidential election will occur on November 5, 2024. You have 107 days. Written with candor, a unique perspective, and the pace of a page-turning novel, 107 Days takes you inside the race for the presidency as no one has ever done before"
Everything You Need to Ace English Language Arts in One Big Fat Notebook : The Complete Middle School Study Guide by Workman Publishing
Everything You Need to Ace English Language Arts in One Big Fat Notebook : The Complete Middle School Study Guide
by Workman Publishing

 
Everything You Need to Ace Algebra 2 in One Big Fat Notebook by Workman Publishing
Everything You Need to Ace Algebra 2 in One Big Fat Notebook
by Workman Publishing

 
Listening to the law : reflections on the court and constitution by Amy Coney Barrett
Listening to the law : reflections on the court and constitution
by Amy Coney Barrett

A Supreme Court justice lays out her role on the court, from her deliberation process to dealing with media scrutiny; she brings to life the making of the Constitution and explains her approach to interpreting its text.


 
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    • Your 4-digit birth month and day (i.e. August 4 would be 0804), or
    • The last 4 digits of your library card number.
    • If neither of these options work, call the library at 832-9100.
  • You will get a call from the library when the item is available.

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