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December 2021 New Books and Movies |
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The Apollo murders : a novel
by Chris Hadfield
In 1973, the crew of NASA’s Apollo 18 collide with Russian astronauts on the lunar surface far beyond the reach of law or rescue, in this high-stakes thriller unlike any other. 150,000 first printing.
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Better off dead
by Lee Child
"Jack Reacher is back in the brand-new, page-turning thriller from acclaimed #1 bestselling authors Lee Child and Andrew Child. Reacher isn't one to back down from a fight. And when a shadowy crew raises the stakes, he won't hesitate to teach them a lesson: When you pick a fight with Reacher, you're better off dead"
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Blind tiger
by Sandra Brown
A moonshiner in Prohibition Texas must deal with murder, lust, greed and other mayhem, in the new novel from the New York Times best-selling author of Thick as Thieves and One Good Deed. (suspense). Simultaneous.
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Game on : tempting twenty-eight
by Janet Evanovich
Unsure if he is her partner or her competition, Stephanie Plum and Oswald Wednesday try to hunt down a master cyber criminal in Trenton in the latest novel of the popular series following Fortune and Glory.100.000 first printing.
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The wish
by Nicholas Sparks
A successful travel photographer, Maggie Dawes, struggling to come to terms with a sobering medical diagnosis, is unexpectedly grounded over Christmas with her young assistant and begins to tell him the story of the love that set her on a course she never could have imagined. 1,500,000 first printing.
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Monster in the middle
by Tiphanie Yanique
Exploring desire and identity, religion and class, passion and obligation, this novel follows a Black American musician and a Catholic science teacher from the Caribbean whose newfound romance is influenced by family lore and love stories that preceded their own pairing.
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State of terror : a novel
by Hillary Rodham Clinton
A passionate young foreign service officer, a dedicated journalist, and a smart, determined, but as yet untested new secretary of state must team up to defeat an intricate, carefully constructed conspiracy planned to take advantage of four years of an American government out of touch with international affairs. 1,000,000 first printing.
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We were never here : a novel
by Andrea Bartz
After a backpacking trip in Chile with her best friend Kristen goes horribly wrong, Emily is forced to confront their violent past and wonders if she can outrun the secrets they share or if they will destroy her relationship, freedom and even her life.
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The wolf in underpants
by Wilfrid Lupano
After living in fear of the wolf with crazy eyes and fangs like ice picks, a forest community is stunned when he shows up looking calm and wearing striped underpants, leaving them wondering why they were so afraid of him
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The new kid has fleas
by Ame Dyckman
When a wild new student, rumored to have fleas, is paired with the narrator for a science project, she proves there is a lot more to her--and her unusual family--than anyone could have guessed
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And Tango makes three
by Justin Richardson
Publishing to coincide with the 10th anniversary of And Tango Makes Three, the classic story of a nontraditional penguin family describes the bond between male penguins Roy and Silo and the zookeeper who helped them raise a chick.
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Animal architects
by Amy E. Cherrix
In this fascinating nonfiction picture book, readers will see the extraordinary creations made by animal architects and learn how they build the most amazing things all over Earth. 25,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Bear is a bear
by Jonathan Stutzman
Celebrates the enduring love between a little girl and her childhood friend, Bear, who is always there to provide love and support. 100,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Rosetown summer
by Cynthia Rylant
When change comes to her favorite place, Wings and a Chair Used Books, which is her constant and her comfort, 10-year-old Flora worries about what it will bring. 30,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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Stick Dog comes to town
by Tom Watson
When he discovers that Santa delivers presents, Stick Dog and his friends go to great lengths to make sure Santa doesn’t miss Stick Dog’s pipe this holiday season. 75,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Wave of the sea dragon
by Tracey West
To undo a dangerous spell cast by the evil wizard Astrid, Drake and the other Dragon Masters need the help of three special dragons – including a Sea Dragon – and embark on a perilous journey to Kapua to find one. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Immune : A Journey into the Mysterious System That Keeps You Alive
by Philipp Dettmer
The creator of the popular educational YouTube channel Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell presents an illustrated journey through the human body’s immune system, with each chapter focusing on an element including defenses like antibodies and inflammation as well as threats like bacteria, allergies and cancer.
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The book of hope : a survival guide for trying times
by Jane Goodall
Told through stories from an extraordinary career and fascinating research, this urgent book, written by the world’s most famous living naturalist and an internationally best-selling author, explores one of the most sought after and least understood elements of human nature—hope. 300,000 first printing.
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The Underwater Wild : My Octopus Teacher's Extraordinary World
by Craig Foster
In the heart-wrenching stories that make up this unforgettable book, the creators of the Academy Award-winning documentary My Octopus Teacher introduce us to a whole new world of wonder, and an innate wildness within us all, which emerges anew when we simply observe. 70,000 first printing
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Bourdain : the definitive oral biography
by Laurie Woolever
The closest friends and colleagues of the late travel and food writer share their memories of his incredible life, from his early years in New York, his best-selling memoir Kitchen Confidential and emergence as a TV star. 200,000 first printing
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The storyteller : tales of life and music
by David Grohl
The legendary American musician, singer, songwriter and documentary filmmaker offers a collection of stories, written by his own hand, that focus on the memories of his life, from his childhood to today. 250,000 first printing.
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The dawn of everything : a new history of humanity
by David Graeber
An activist and public intellectual teams up with a professor of comparative archaeology to deliver an account of human history, challenging our most fundamental assumptions about social evolution—from the development of agriculture and cities to the emergence of "the state," political violence and social inequality—and revealing new possibilities for human emancipation
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PAW patrol:
The PAW patrol free the citizens of Adventure City of their nefarious mayor
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Jungle Cruise
Based on Disneyland's theme park ride where a small riverboat takes a group of travelers through a jungle filled with dangerous animals and reptiles but with a supernatural element.
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The Green Knight
The Green Knight, a mysteriously powerful creature, tests the honor and courage of King Arthur's nephew, Sir Gawain
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The Outpost
In Afghanistan, a small unit of American soldiers fight against an overwhelming force of Taliban insurgents
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The hero with a thousand faces
by Joseph Campbell
Discusses the universal legend of the hero in world mythology, focusing on the motif of the hero's journey through adventure and transformation
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The archer
by Paulo Coelho
A young man seeks wisdom from a retired hunter who explains how the principles of bowhunting can help readers find the courage to take risks and embrace life’s unexpected turns. By the best-selling author of The Alchemist. (general fiction). Simultaneous. Illustrations.
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Trejo : my life of crime, redemption, and Hollywood
by Danny Trejo
Redemptive and painful, poignant and real, this memoir from one of the most recognizable, prolific and beloved character actors traces his journey from crime, prison, addiction and loss to unexpected fame as Hollywood’s favorite bad guy with a heart of gold. 150,000 first printing.
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