Read the Themes of the One Book Project  with Adult Non-Fiction!     Adult Non-Fiction Aloha Rodeo by David Wolman Traces the lesser-known role of three Hawaiian cowboys who indelibly shaped the early-20th century West, detailing how their careers influenced post-annexation Hawaiian identity, island ranching and the rodeo culture of Cheyenne.   Also available in eBook & eAudiobook on Hoopla Call me American by Abdi Nor Iftin Adapted from the adult memoir, an intimate portrait of modern immigration describes how the author's family was forced by war to leave their home in Somalia before he received an opportunity to win the annual U.S. visa lottery. This Land is our Land by Linda Barrett Osborne A history of how immigration has shaped America explores the ways government policies and popular responses to immigrant groups have evolved in the country, particularly between 1800 and 1965, and includes a profile of how today's immigration has become a hot-button issue.   Also available in eBook on Hoopla The Hundred-Year Walk by Dawn Anahid MacKeen Presents the inspiring story of a young Armenian’s harrowing escape from genocide and of his granddaughter’s quest to retrace his steps.    Also available in eBook & eAudiobook on Hoopla Heart of Fire by Mazie Hirono An intimate biography of the first Asian-American woman and only immigrant serving in the U.S. Senate describes her upbringing in rural Japan and Hawaii, firsthand experiences with economic insecurity and dedicated advocacy of progressive change.  Patriot Number One : American dreams in Chinatown by Lauren Hilgers A deeply reported analysis of the Chinese immigrant community in the United States offers revisionist insights into how their experiences in China and America have reflected and transformed the American dream. City of Dreams by Tyler Anbinder A history of immigration in New York shares the stories of individuals ranging from bodybuilder Charles Atlas to fashion designer Oscar de la Renta to trace the essential role of foreign-born innovators and revolutionaries in the city's evolution. Sigh, Gone by Phuc Tran Explores one man’s bewildering experiences of abuse, racism and tragedy and reveals redemption and connection in books and punk rock.   Also available in eAudiobook on Hoopla Moving Forward by Karine Jean-Pierre In a memoir and progressive political handbook the chief public affairs officer of MoveOn.org describes her childhood in a Haitian community in New York and her blossoming interest in politics that led to her career.  Join the One Book Reading Challenge Register for Beanstack and challenge yourself to read and participate in the 2021 One Book Project. Access activity ideas, determine reading goals, track reading as a family, and win digital badges!  Join Us for an Author Talk with A Dream Called Home Author Reyna Grande   The One Book Project Kicks off with a Virtual author talk. Reyna Grande, the author of A Dream Called Home, will be joining Kern County communities virtually on September 15, 2021 at 12pm. For more information, visit KCLonebook.org. Contact your librarian for more great books!