February Staff Picks

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Are you ready to fall in love with a new book? Our library staff are here to help you find your match! These titles are on display on the first floor of the library near the circulation desk, plus we have more featured displays on the second floor of the library. Come in and find your next great read.

Brenda's Picks

Brenda's Picks

FirstLieWins

First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston

Great thriller with many twists and plot changes. Well written story–and even when I thought I had it figured out, I didn’t! Highly recommend–you will not be disappointed! Can easily see this book turn into a movie or TV series!
Hike

The Hike by Lucy Clarke

Four friends take a girls’ getaway every year. They are all looking forward to an adventure, but didn’t expect for there to be a murderer on the trail! If you are looking for a fast thriller with some fabulous twists, this is a must read for you!
Ivette's Pick

Ivette's Pick

Freewater

Freewater by Amina Luqman-Dawson

An ode to freedom, friendship, and Black communities. It’s about kindness and empathy. It’s historical fiction that brings to light a past rarely discussed in U.S. history. Pure agency!
Megan's Pick

Megan's Pick

WhatLiesWoods

What Lies in the Woods by Kate Alice Marshall

Beautifully written thriller that moves from past to present. Three girls spend the summer playing in the woods, but then one of them is attacked and for decades they keep a secret about what they really saw.
Crystal's Pick

Crystal's Pick

Godkiller

Godkiller by Hannah Kaner

The first book of an epic fantasy series. The second book comes out next month!
Mary's Picks

Mary's Picks

GloryBe

Glory Be by Danielle Arceneaux

Crime scene set in the Louisiana bayou where Glory sets out to solve crimes and set things right.
FragileDesigns

Fragile Designs by Colleen Coble

Engaging characters, irresistible intrigue, family secrets, and a slow burning romance makes this a book you can’t put down.
Christie's Picks

Christie's Picks

MotherDaughter

Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon

Nothing brings a family closer together like murder!
AttenboroughSea

Attenborough and the Sea Dragon

Join the hunt to bring this 200 million year old fossil to life!
Michelle's Picks

Michelle's Picks

DraculaDaily

Dracula Daily by Matt Kirkland

Dracula refreshed for modern readers. Presents the 1897 novel as daily reads. Originally done as an email newsletter, Dracula Daily became popular. When it was compiled as a book, fan art and comments were included in the sidebars.
ModernGrannySquares

A Modern Guide to Granny Squares

Updates a classic crochet technique. If you have watched any crochet videos on Youtube or TikTok, you know everyone is crocheting! Check out the Scattered Hearts pattern on page 37.
Dennis' Pick

Dennis' Pick

Football100

The Football 100

The definitive ranking of the greatest football players of all time.
Steph's Pick

Steph's Pick

BriefHistory

A Brief History of Earth

Four billion years in eight chapters.
Montica's Pick

Montica's Pick

BlessedMess

Blessed in the Mess

This book is full of good reminders of how we should be acting. When life happens, it’s how we react to it.
Trinity's Pick

Trinity's Pick

MamaMia

Mamma Mia!

One of my favorite movies of all time. You simply can’t go wrong with Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried, and ABBA songs!
Marva's Pick

Marva's Pick

BlindSide

The Blind Side

Dellie's Picks

Dellie's Picks

RuthGingerSnap

Ruth’s Ginger Snap Surprise by Anne Blackburne

Explores adventure, romance, and a simpler life.
AmishChristmas

Amish Christmas Kinner

Includes three holiday stories: “Christmas Eve Baby” by Lenora Worth, “Best Christmas Program Ever” by Rachel J. Good, and “Loving Luke” by Kelly Long.
AntiqueBlues

Antique Blues by Jane K. Cleland

A great mystery.
Lisa's Picks

Lisa's Picks

BestTentIllinois

Best Tent Camping: Illinois

Great book for a quick weekend camping trip!
BestTentColorado

Best Tent Camping: Colorado

Camping guide to scenic beauty and an escape from civilization.
BestTentFlorida

Best Tent Camping: Florida

Over 50 lesser known camping sites in Florida. Full of information!