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The Good Stuff From the Staff of Driftwood Public Library July 2026 |
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Funeral director Caitlin Doughty blends her mortician's knowledge of the body and the intriguing history behind common misconceptions about corpses to offer factual, hilarious, and candid answers to thirty-five distinctive questions posed by her youngest fans. In her inimitable voice, Doughty details lore and science of what happens to, and inside, our bodies after we die. Beautifully illustrated. |
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From the twisted brain of Michael Logan comes a story about three unlikely heroes who must save Britain – from a rampaging horde of ZOMBIE COWS! Forget the cud. They want blood. As the nation descends into chaos, can they pool their resources, unlock a cure, and save the world? Three losers. Overwhelming odds. One outcome . . . Yup, we're screwed. |
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Cheese sex death: a bible for the cheese obsessed by Erika KubickFrom lauded cheesemonger and creator of the popular blog Cheese Sex Death, a guide for everything you need to know about cheese. Filled with seductive photography and audacious prose, a delightfully approachable guide to artisan cheese that will make just about anyone worship at the altar of Cheesus.
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the McMasters guide to homicideby Rupert HolmesWhat would the world would be like if a person who is the object of your affliction ceased to exist? At the McMasters Conservatory, students are dedicated to the consummate execution of the homicidal arts. To gain admission, a student must have an ethical reason for erasing someone. Located on the campus of a "Poison Ivy League" college, one's mandatory graduation thesis is getting away with the perfect murder of someone to make the world a much better place to live. |
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Sex cult nun: breaking away from the Children of God, a wild, radical religious cult by Faith JonesJones recounts her upbringing in and escape from the infamous cult, the Children of God. Founded by her paternal grandfather in 1968, the group, later referred to as "the Family," was notorious for its "radical practices," which required members to become full-time missionaries, forgo income, and submit to the "Law of Love," a doctrine which encouraged spouse sharing and sexual relations with children, and used female "disciples" as sex "bait" for followers.
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by Justin Gregg
There's an evolutionary reason why human intelligence isn't more prevalent in the animal kingdom. Simply put, non-human animals don't need it to be successful. He compares our use of language, our rationality, our moral systems, our so-called sophisticated consciousness to our animal brethren. Along the way, remarkable tales of animal smarts emerge. This is a dazzling, delightful read on what animal cognition can teach us about our own mental shortcomings. |
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Jason is a fearless sailor and explorer, who returns to the kingdom of Thessaly after a 20 year voyage to make his rightful claim to the throne. But to do so, Jason must first find the magical Golden Fleece, guarded by a 100-foot bronze giant; the venomous Hydra; and an army of skeletons. Featuring the work of Ray Harryhausen, master of stop motion animation. Jason and the Argonauts (2000), a made-for-TV version is also available. |
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Clash of the Titans (1981)Desmond Davis, Director Valorous Perseus (Harry Hamlin), mortal son of Zeus (Laurence Olivier) sets out to fulfill his destiny by rescuing beloved Andromeda (Judi Bowker) from the wrath of goddess Thetis (Maggie Smith). Perils await Perseus as he battles the snake-haired Medusa, fearsome Kraken, winged Pegasus, two-headed dog Dioskilos, and giant scorpions.
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Perseus (Sam Worthington) is the mortal son of Zeus (Liam Neeson), who sets out to fulfill his destiny by rescuing beloved Andromeda (Alexa Devalos). In order to fufill his destiny, Perseus must complete various tasks including taming Pegasus, capturing Medusa, and answering riddles.
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Aided by the goddess Athena, warrior-king Odysseus braves the terrors and temptations of a fantastic array of creatures as his return from the Trojan War becomes a decade-long quest to reach his homeland and his faithful wife, Penelope.
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In 1193 B.C., Prince Paris, the son of the King of Troy, falls in love with Helen, the wife of the king of Sparta, and convinces her to follow him away from her husband Menelaus, which results in an epic war. Based on Homer’s Iliad, this movie was a box office hit and is very exciting to watch. |
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Zack Snyder, Director
In the Battle of Thermopylae of 480 BC an alliance of Greek city-states fought the invading Persian army in the mountain pass of Thermopylae. Vastly outnumbered, the Greeks held back the enemy in one of the most famous last stands of history.
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This ensemble-action film is a revisionist take on the classic myth. It offers the truth behind the myth by presenting the fashioning of a warrior who, for all his strength and courage, is flesh and blood.
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Percy Jackson is no ordinary teenager, he's the son of Poseidon and is accused of stealing Zeus' lightning bolt, the most powerful weapon ever created! With storm clouds brewing, Percy embarks on an incredible cross-country journey to prove his innocence, recover the bolt, and prevent a war among the gods that could destroy our world!
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Thor Freudenthal, Director
Percy Jackson and other young demigods continue to fight, but this time in the sea, to fulfill their destinies. To save their world, Percy and his friends must find the fabled and magical Golden Fleece. Embarking on a treacherous odyssey into the uncharted waters of the Sea of Monsters (known to humans as the Bermuda Triangle), they battle terrifying creatures, an army of zombies, and the ultimate Evil. |
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The Coen Brothers gave us a comedy-drama version of The Odyssey and threw in some traditional gospel and folk music for good measure. Set in the American South during the Great Depression, the movie follows the adventures of prison escapees Pete, Delmar, and Everett as they try to reunite Pete with his wife and family.
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Freedom round the globe: a world history of the American Revolution by Sarah M. S. PearsallSarah Pearsall uncovers the insurgents, freedom lovers, and dreamers in India, West Africa, North America, Europe, China, and West Indian islands who shaped the nature of American rebellion and nationhood. In each fresh and compelling chapter a keyword is plucked from the Declaration of Independence – security, happiness, respect – finding its spark in a far-flung place.
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Spalding, Lavinia, Ed. Join twenty-seven inspiring and thoughtful writers as they traverse the planet, crisscrossing all seven continents and exploring the ways travel can illuminate, heal, inform, and transform a life. The essays probe themes as diverse as the locations, immersing us in experiences of kindness, adventure, nature, friendship, strength, marriage, motherhood, spirituality, the environment, belonging, healing, history, identity, romance, and resilience. |
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Dad brain: the new science of fatherhood and how it shapes men's lives by Darby SaxbeBecoming a father changes men, from their bodies and brain architecture to their hormones and sense of purpose. Saxbe takes readers behind the scenes of her new research and around the world, from hunter-gatherers in the Congo to contemporary suburban dads, and into her pioneering studies of how parenthood shapes men's brains and lives.
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The dog's gaze: a visual historyby Thomas W. LaqueurAn enlightening and unique meditation on the presence of dogs in art, from the Paleolithic era to the present, and what our intertwined human-canine relationship reveals about human nature – as hunting partners, beloved friends, and even conduits to the afterlife. A unique visual history that examines the remarkable social bond between two species, shedding new light on the human condition through the eyes of our canine companions. |
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A voice like mine: a memoir by Deb HaalandAfter a late but meteoric rise in politics, she stepped down from her cabinet position as secretary of the interior in January 2025 to run for governor of New Mexico in the 2026 election. In A Voice Like Mine she shares the personal history that inspired her courage to organize, run for office, and be a leader. Throughout her journey, Haaland has drawn on her heritage in her activism and service, leading with humility, purpose, and a commitment to leave the ladder down for those who follow.
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Ages 14 and up.
The AIDS crisis in America is complex and composed of countless individual stories of grief, love, and advocacy. Its history shows the power of youth activism, how creativity and community can be vehicles for social change, and how bigotry and misinformation led to inequality in care. Threaded throughout are poems, essays, and other creative works, in addition to first-person interviews and narratives. |
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On the eve of the World Cup, and with war in Iran, here is a story of a young woman activist taking on the government of Iran and the world's most powerful sports body, FIFA, to fight for women's and girls' rights in her country to go to a stadium and watch a National soccer game. Here is an inspiring story for every activist, sports fan, soccer player, and fighter for women's rights around the world.
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With this handy guide, learn everything you need to know about bees and other pollinators. Learn how to remain calm when you meet a bee and what to do if you get stung. Discover how to watch the pollinators in your backyard safely. Perfect for the kid who needs some help gaining confidence outdoors and for the young explorers who can't stay out of the bushes.
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From mighty Zeus to fierce Artemis, and from glorious Helen to snake-crowned Medusa, each of the timeless tales offers an unforgettable journey into the world of gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters, and myth.
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Ages 7 and up Filled with history, cultural insights, and hands-on activities to get the party started, this book is a wonderful look at holidays around the world. Perfect for party preparation and family reading. |
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Seek immediate shelter by Vincent YuOn an otherwise unremarkable morning, the residents of a small town in Massachusetts all receive the same alert: BALLISTIC MISSILE THREAT INBOUND. SEEK IMMEDIATE SHELTER. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. Confronted with the options of fight or flight, planning or panicking, the people of Beckitt are stripped to their basest instincts and revealed as their truest selves. The ripple effects of the false alarm will be felt for years to come.
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Sporror (spore horror) and body horror combine with beautiful unease inside a walled-in community of survivors populated by women whose bodies are covered in elaborate mushroom structures and the men who control them. A compellingly eerie and heart-breaking tale of a life at the edge, lived for another's benefit, and the glory of finally blooming free, shot through with beautifully weird fungal rot. |
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Nearly a bride by Sabrina JeffriesAfter more than a decade, the Earl of Heathbrook returns to his London townhouse to face a new test: reclaiming guardianship of his younger brothers. His reputation as a rakehell must first be redeemed. The clever rogue concocts a plan to restore respectability and rescue his siblings – by finding a fiancé with no strings attached. Their engagement charade may unexpectedly blossom into a promise to love, honor, and cherish . . .
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A group of climate scientists working in a remote base camp on the Australian outback discover an impossible landform. Led by botanist Hildur Johansson, the team sets out to conduct a routine exploratory mission to map the terrain, record their observations, and try to understand this anomalous, beautiful yet unforgiving landscape. Strange flora, gorgeous fauna and dangerous predators lurk in the darkness. As the team pushes deeper, can they survive long enough to find what they're looking for?
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Stephanie grew up in an evangelical community where love and obedience were overlapping themes. In this world, sin was inevitable, her body was a temptation, and desire was dangerous. But as she grew, built a life of her own, and fell in love with a young seminarian named James, the complexities of the human experience became impossible to ignore. Through striking prose and beautiful mixed media illustrations, tenderness and honesty, Stalvey shows us how to embrace a love that is healing, transformative, and wholly one's own. |
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by Eva Gates
Life throws a wrench on Nichelle's first day working at Brodie Lighthouse Library when she finds a body on the steps – a body that bears a startling resemblance to her father, who disappeared thirty-eight years ago. Detective Rhonda Thomas is on the case, and the suspect list includes Nichelle's own brother. Hoping to clear her brother's name, Nichelle decides to investigate. With seasoned sleuth Lucy's gentle encouragement, Nichelle is in for an exciting and dangerous first week at the library. |
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A daughter's guide to mothers and murder by Dianne FreemanFrances and George are enjoying some well-deserved leisure time in Paris when Alicia Stoke-Whitney, seeks Frances's help to investigate a personal matter. Alicia's daughter is being courted by a wealthy American whose wife, a former actress, was murdered in Paris. No one was ever brought to justice. When Sarah Bernhardt, legendary icon of the Paris stage, receives a piece of jewelry stolen from the victim, along with an incriminating note: "I know what you did," the case has a new lead for the Sûreté to break the case.
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Blunt instrumentby Amy BloomElderly Professor Bullfinch wasn't particularly well-liked. Present tensions within his department mean there are more suspects than mourners in the wake of his death. And the murder weapon – a bronze bust of Nathaniel Hawthorne might point to an academic as the murderer. Enter Dell Chandler, the failed English professor turned self-taught private detective. If she solves the case before the cops do, the university could keep the whole thing quiet. |
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Killer vibes: the first Peter Key mystery by Jack FridayMeet Peter Key: self-proclaimed laziest private investigator in Texas (it's harder than it looks), unapologetic bisexual, dedicated stoner and the surprised recipient of a windfall inheritance from an uncle he barely knew. A shaggy mystery surrounds Uncle Forrest's death w hen he discovers a bag full of cash. Peter soon finds himself pulled into a lethal game where not everybody plays by the rules. Fortunately, Peter's never been good at following rules. A wild and wickedly funny romp.
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Cozy fantasy
When Evelyn Sharpe and her daughter Ruby are given the opportunity to take over as Caretaker of Thornwood House – a sentient home, it seems almost fated. When they arrive, Thornwood House is also grumpy, guarded, and extremely hesitant to allow the two witches through its doors but tentative bonds eventually grow with the house. But, there's something deeply damaged about the building seeping into the forests. |
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In a world at war because of the gods on the moon, employees at a weapons factory begin to dream of somehow meeting those gods. A magical accident and misappropriated funds draw together the right people for their scheme, including a magical researcher, a pilot, and a mathematician. Can magic get them to the moon? Or will their heresy lead them to the gallows?" A fast paced read perfect for fans of Adrian Tchaikovsky. |
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In the solar cities of the future, the humans relax in the sun and the animals work in the shadows. Genetically engineered Little Helpers, serving humanity -- unseen, unheard. Meet Skotch. Raccoon, PI. A mouse has gone missing who has something that everyone seems to want. If only Skotch can work out where the mouse is hiding and why his secrets are upsetting a lot of animals caught up in the Green City wars.
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Deep into space, far past the triworld outposts, soars The Sickness: a ship woven from biomatter and capable of reacting to every need of its human crew. Amongst the troubled crew is Sisilla, a nine-year-old cultist with a brain enhanced by arcane tech known as niks, who has boarded to investigate the enigma of F m, a plague-riddled planet that has abruptly gone rogue. To survive, Sisilla will need to forsake her fate and embrace the unknown.
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Nora travels from the U.S. to France to scatter her mother's ashes. Her pilgrimage takes her far beyond Paris and ultimately through a holloway (a sunken lane) and into 1946. Startled by the shift in time, autistic Nora she ends up in a historic asylum whose founder believes that it's not people who are ill, it's the world. Allusions to philosophy and art abound as she tries to understand herself, her mother's efforts to get Nora to mask her autism, and how she can be in the world. |
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Doe by Rebecca BarrowMaris, the captain of a high school cheer team is caught in a bitter rivalry with Genevieve. She turns Doe, an ancient, monstrous, decaying beast in the shape of an enormous deer, for help. Maris has the power to free Doe (a wandering creature trapped in her current deer form for decades). In return, Doe has promised her a way to win her battle with Genevieve. But for Maris to win, someone has to die, and the only real winner in the end will be Doe. |
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Graphic novel
A brand-new, definitive story of the Man of Steel's youth! Explore the early days of Superman as Clark Kent struggles to fit into his life both as an adoptive member of humanity and as a teenage boy in Kansas! This coming-of-age story links the Clark Kent of the past to the Clark Kent of the present and future, creating the perfect jumping-on point for new and lapsed readers alike to rediscover Superman. |
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Graphic novel; manga
Before life as we know it, there existed entities that don't obey the laws of our reality – beings known as mushi. In Japan, a man named Ginko wanders the land, investigating incursions by mushi into the human world – and by us into theirs. He is a mushigi and carries the knowledge of how to deal with them. Over the course of his travels, Ginko bears witness to mushi's strange and occasionally terrifying influence. |
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It all started when an elf, who happened to be a great writer, stumbled upon his greatest challenge – a sleep-deprived dragon. Nothing could get this dragon to fall asleep. Any other elf would have fled. But not a master storyteller elf confident in his skills. He set to work writing a story that was so sleep-inspiring it would be forever known as...THE GREATEST BEDTIME STORY EVER.
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This seriously funny book reminds readers that no matter what body we have, it works hard for us and needs to be treated with kindness. Through simple, straightforward text and humorous, brightly colored illustrations, young readers are introduced to bodies of every shape, size, and color, showcasing the variety and beauty of us all.
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Discover fascinating facts about adorable animals while guessing if you're looking at a butt or a face! Examine a close-up photo of an animal and then guess whether you're looking at the top or the...um...bottom. The answer is revealed on the next page with a photo of the complete animal
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On a walk to the playground and back, a child keeps their eyes open for special wocks for their collection. A bottlecap, a twig, and many stones make it into their pocket of treasures. It's a charming day in the life of a preschooler, illustrated in bright, happy artwork and jaunty dialogue.
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When Willi's mother took him to the Apollo Theater to watch ballerinas twirling, Willi allowed himself to dream -– and the more he dreamed, the more he danced. He brought his signature moves to the dance style known as vogue and found his spotlight at the Harlem drag balls where a performer known as Willi Ninja was born.
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Thirteen-year-old Tito Rodríguez from San Antonio discovers that ordinary cats are actually warrior guardians protecting humanity from evil spirits. When darkness begins leaking into the human world, Tito and his outsider friends, Luisito and Isa, must train for a cosmic battle to prove which of them is the true "Chosen One" destined to save the world.
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While barely surviving in the desert, "outsider" Haven, a resourceful tinkerer, discovers a relic that awakens a legendary sleeping giant. She forms an unlikely alliance with Lan, a wealthy city girl, and together they evade the ruthless Guardians pursuing them while confronting the challenges of survival, loyalty, and trust. |
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When the tsunami hit Fukushima prefecture, it killed Tomioka's parents, destroyed his home, and triggered one of the world's worst nuclear disasters. Now, all Osamu has left is his grandmother, B-chan, and his big sister, Akiko. Feeling alone he befriends ykai – spirits only he can see. Then, tragedy strikes again, B-chan dies. Osamu and Akiko are determined to return her ashes to their family farm in a town within Fukushima's forbidden zone where siblings will face dangerous radiation and ykai, both friendly and deadly.
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Ages 12 and up.
Up-and-coming online streamer, content creator and gamer, Fallon, earns a coveted spot in the new murder mystery reality show "Sleuth-it," but when the game takes an unexpected turn, Fallon must figure out what she is willing to sacrifice in pursuit of fame and fortune. Caught among rival players, a demanding audience, and her drive to win, she unexpectedly discovers deeper truths about herself. |
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