Thursday, August 17, 2006

Book Reviews from 'Get Your Paws on a Good Book' participants Aug 17 Disorderly Knights by Dorothy Dunnett: This is the third book of 6 following France's Crawford of Lymond through the historical battles of Matta and Tripoli. It fleshes out this fictional character (and his background) in his personal battle against Gabriel the adversary clocked in his Godlike 'goodness'! They both return to Scotland for what seems to be a not so final confrontation that will continue in the next book... Assassins by Tim LaHaye: Riveting. What Goes Around by Parry Brown: This book was touching. I felt anger, happiness, sadness, remorseful, and surprised all at once. I loved it. I'll be reading more books by this author. Good in Bed by Jennifer Weiner: Everything about this book I liked. I feel in love with all the characters. This was her first novel and I was impressed. 12:53:12 PM     New Links on our web for the week of August 17 Colleges and Careers American Indian College Fund "This organization "provides scholarships and other support for the nation's 32 tribal colleges and universities." The site features a list and links to tribal colleges, details about scholarships available, handbooks that "take students step-by-step through the process of deciding to go to college and, once enrolled, learning about financial aid and money management," and related material." (LII) Computers and Internet Registry Mechanic 5.2 "Registry Mechanic works with computers running Windows to scan, clean, and repair registry problems with relatively little fuss or needless stress." (SR) Health Consumer Reports: Nursing Home Guide "This August 2006 report on the nursing home industry discusses problems with nursing home care, how to find a good nursing home (including tips for visiting and observing nursing homes), who pays for care, how to ensure good care, the difficulties with suing a nursing home, and related topics. Includes a list of the "deficient dozen" homes noted for poor care (three of which are in California). From Consumer Reports." (LII) Stanford University School of Medicine: Center for Narcolepsy "Background about the serious sleep disorder of narcolepsy ("main symptoms of narcolepsy are excessive daytime sleepiness and abnormal REM sleep"), and about research efforts at this center. Features a FAQ, essay about the history of research into this disorder, video clips of narcoleptic dogs, technical publications, material about medicines for treatment, and links to related sites. Also includes information about the "'Brain Donation Program" in which brain tissue is donated for study." (LII) Daily Med "DailyMed provides high quality information about marketed drugs. This information includes FDA approved labels (package inserts). This Web site provides health information providers and the public with a standard, comprehensive, up-to-date, look-up and download resource of medication content and labeling as found in medication package inserts." (LIB) Homework Algebasics "Under the motto, "Show me how, now!" Algebasics is a fine online mathematics instructional resource that takes young and old alike through the basics of algebra." (SR) Leisure FabricLink "Some say that the binding relationships between individuals are the fabric of human society, where others are more interested in, well, actual fabric. For those who are interested in the wide world of fabric and related topics, the FabricLink website is a fine place to learn about various fabrics, their care, fabric products, and the latest in fabric industry news and innovation." (SR) Parenting Resources Prepare My Child for School: Helping Your Preschool Child ""This booklet is for families and caregivers who want to help their preschool children to learn and to develop the skills necessary for success in school -- and in life." It includes sections on the education and development of babies, toddlers, and preschoolers; tips for preparing a child for kindergarten, selecting TV programming, and choosing child care; and related material. Also available in Spanish. From the U.S. Department of Education." (LII) Teacher Resources ESL Gold "This site's primary materials are thematically organized into categories such as "Speaking," "Reading," "Listening," and "Writing." (BWN) CongressLink "This site is a resource for teachers of American government and civics that "provides information about the U.S. Congress -- how it works, its members and leaders, and the public policies it produces." It includes "lesson plans and historical materials and up-to-the-minute information about Congress." Also find a glossary, and links to related sites. From the Dirksen Congressional Center." (LII) Online Music Theory Tutor "This online music tutor site includes lessons, tutorials, and much more; there is a sheet music generator, too." (BWN} 12:52:40 PM     Book Reviews from 'Get Your Paws on a Good Book' participants Aug 16 Summer's Child by Luanne Rice: Wonderfully poignant story about family and love. The Rapture by Tim LaHaye: This is the end of the 3 prequels to Left Behind. This book gives an amazing account of what happens to the people who are raptured and in heaven, and how the people who are left behind are reacting right before it happens. I enjoyed the whole series. Acceleration by Graham McNamee: Excellent book. Great suspense. It's one of those 'can't put it down' books. Lovers and Players by Jackie Collins: Great view of the fast lane. 12:51:52 PM     Book Reviews from 'Get Your Paws on a Good Book' participants Aug 15 Study in Scarlet/The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle: I've been visiting libraries for sixty years! Never have read an A. C. Doyle before. Sorry now I've neglected to do so. Usually read English authors and enjoy them all. Also read much of English history. Never have i been bored. Kate Hannigan's Girl by Catherine Coulter: Years ago I read many of this author's books. Each was enjoyable. I knew she had passed away some years ago. Was very surprised to run across this book. I am pleased to have found it. Enjoyed every page. Two Little Girls in Blue by Mary Higgins Clark: Great book, fast read. Ireland: A Novel by Frank Delaney: Sad, funny, interesting and a story that tells the history of legends of Ireland. I've read other histories of Ireland relating to the subject. A walking, talking history of the tragedy of the Irish. 12:30:45 PM     Book Reviews from 'Get Your Paws on a Good Book' participants Aug 14 Dancing in the Dark by Mary Jane Clark: Keeps you guessing on who the criminal is. Moves right along, a good summer read. Sullivan's Sting by Lawrence Sanders: Great Book The Pirate's Son by Geraldine McCaughrean: Absolutely loved it. Voice on the Radio by Caroline Cooney: This is the third book in the series. Jamie's boyfriend goes off to college while she finishes high school. He gets a job on the radio, is in a band and cannot come up with anything to talk about on his talk show slot, so he talks about Jamie's kidnapping. Then all kinds of dilemmas arise. 12:29:17 PM     News from 'Get Your Paws on a Good Book' Get Your Paws on a Good Book, Hackley Public Library’s adult summer reading program, is pleased to announce that the winner for the week ending August 12 is Anne English-Rapoport, who won a crystal Library ornament donated by the Friends of the Library The adult summer reading program runs through August 19, with the final weekly drawing on August 21. All entries from the entire summer will also be put in a drawing for the Grand Prize. To sign up for the program call (231-722-7276) or go into the Library and ask to sign up for the Adult Summer Reading Program. What was Muskegon reading last week? The Barefoot Bride by Joan Johnston Whisper of Evil by Kay Hooper Highland Knight by Hannah Howell Halfway to Heaven by Susan Wiggs This must be love by Kasey Michaels The Tycoon’s Baby by Leigh Michaels Cold Moon by Jeffery Deaver This Can’t be Love by Kasey Michaels Once and Always by Judith McNaught Beautiful Lies by Lisa Unger Going Home by Nora Roberts From Beirut to Jerusalem by Thomas Friedman Never have you dog stuffed by Alan Alda Pay Back is a Mutha by Wahida Clark Teacher Man by Frank McCourt Vineyard Prey by Philip Craig 12:28:33 PM     News from 'Get Your Paws on a Good Book' Get Your Paws on a Good Book, Hackley Public Library’s adult summer reading program, is pleased to announce that the winner for the week ending August 12 is Anne English-Rapoport, who won a crystal Library ornament donated by the Friends of the Library The adult summer reading program runs through August 19, with the final weekly drawing on August 21. All entries from the entire summer will also be put in a drawing for the Grand Prize. To sign up for the program call (231-722-7276) or go into the Library and ask to sign up for the Adult Summer Reading Program. What was Muskegon reading last week? The Barefoot Bride by Joan Johnston Whisper of Evil by Kay Hooper Highland Knight by Hannah Howell Halfway to Heaven by Susan Wiggs This must be love by Kasey Michaels The Tycoon’s Baby by Leigh Michaels Cold Moon by Jeffery Deaver This Can’t be Love by Kasey Michaels Once and Always by Judith McNaught Beautiful Lies by Lisa Unger Going Home by Nora Roberts From Beirut to Jerusalem by Thomas Friedman Never have you dog stuffed by Alan Alda Pay Back is a Mutha by Wahida Clark Teacher Man by Frank McCourt Vineyard Prey by Philip Craig 12:27:57 PM     News from 'Get Your Paws on a Good Book' Get Your Paws on a Good Book, Hackley Public Library’s adult summer reading program, is pleased to announce that the winner for the week ending August 4 won a gift certificate to Barnes and Noble donated by a Friend of the Library. The adult summer reading program runs through August, with weekly Monday morning drawings. To sign up for the program call (231-722-7276) or go into the Library and ask to sign up for the Adult Summer Reading Program. For each book you read, or listen to, you can put your name in the weekly drawing. What was Muskegon reading last week? Incriminating Evidence by Sheldon Siegel vThe Europe Conspiracy by Tim LaHaye The Quilters Daughter by Wanda Brunstetter Nervous by Zane Big Russ and Me by Tim Russert Plain Jane by Fern Michaels Ain’t no mountain by Sharon Foster Sunshine Has Rain by Sherrance Henderson In Love and War by Denene Miller One Foot in Love by B. L. Wright Flaming London by Joe R. Lansdale What they want by Omar Tyree George and Rue by George Clarke Velvet by Jane Feather Sam’s Letters to Jennifer by James Patterson G-Spot by Noire Cry no More by Linda Howard Dark Harbor by David Hosp Beach Road by James Patterson Immune Response by Steve Perry After the Kiss by Joan Johnston Honey and the Hired Hand by Joan Johnston Bridegroom by Joan Johnston Gonna lay down my burden by Mary Monroe Fever by Geneva Holliday Red Light Wives by Mary Monroe Captive by Joan Johnston Indigo Rose by Susan Miller The Draco Tavern by Larry Niven The Pay-off by Vivien Armstrong Pigs in Heaven by Barbara Kingsolver Man and Boy by Tony Parsons The Upper Room by Mary Monroe Booking Passage by Thomas Lynch Symptoms of Withdrawal by Christopher Kennedy Lawford The Choice by Bob Woodard The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers Open Season by Linda Howard Roadrunner by Trisha Thomas Mac OS X by Kirk McElhearn Somebodys gotta be on top by Mary Morrison Kill and Tell by Linda Howard Killing Time by Linda Howard 12:27:17 PM

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