Latino, Kyle
Summary: "She Dwarf believes herself to be the last dwarf in existence. Hoping to find evidence to the contrary, She Dwarf sets out on a mission to find the lost dwarven city of Dammerung. But Dammerung isn't on any map and will not be easily found. Strong forces stand in She Dwarf's way. Begrudgingly forced to take on a partner to aid in her mission, She Dwarf is joined by war barbarian, Hack Battler....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Oni Press 2020
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 LATShurtliff, Liesl
Summary: "Ever since he was a dwarfling, Borlen (nicknamed Grump) has dreamed of visiting The Surface, so when opportunity knocks, he leaves his cavern home behind. At first, life aboveground is a dream come true. Queen Elfrieda Veronika Ingrid Lenore (E.V.I.L.) is the best friend Grump always wanted, feeding him all the rubies he can eat and allowing him to rule at her side. But as time goes on, Grump...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Alfred A. Knopf 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Fiction, Call number: J FIC SHUWeso, T. F. Pecore (Thomas F. Pecore)
Summary: "Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape. What sets this book apart from other Native American books for kids: Tales from 12 tribes--Kids will embark on a literary adventure with 12 stories from tribes around America,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rockridge Press 2022
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Summary: "Canadian botanist, biochemist and visionary Diana Beresford-Kroeger's startling insights into the hidden life of trees have already sparked a quiet revolution in how we understand our relationship to forests. Now, in a captivating account of how her life led her to these illuminating and crucial ideas, she shows us how forests can not only heal us but save the planet. When Diana...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House Canada 2019
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 BERESFORD-KROEGER, DIANA BERRoloff, Amy.
Summary: God doesn't make mistakes." For Amy Roloff, star of TLC's hit reality show Little People, Big World, her father's words would repeatedly serve as an anchor, reminding her of her inherent worth and purpose, whenever feelings of insecurity and inadequacy surfaced and threatened to overwhelm her. In A Little Me, Amy shares what it was like growing up with achondroplasia dwarfism, how she struggled...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Indigo River Publishing 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 ROLOFF, AMY ROLBlack, Julie.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Firefly Books 1999
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 398.2 BLAYomtov, Nelson
Summary: Gather round to hear of epic battles and petty feuds between gods — told from ancient myths around the world! Warring Gods gathers seven diverse battle stories in one book so readers can discover the unique differences and surprising similarities between these world myths — all recreated in gripping graphic novel format. Dive into legends from various mythologies and traditions, including...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, an Capstone imprint 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398 YOMFigal, Gerald A.
Summary: "Monsters, ghosts, the supernatural, the fantastic, the mysterious. These are not usually considered the "stuff" of modernism. More often they are regarded as inconsequential to the study of the modern or, at best, seen as representative of traditional beliefs that are overcome and left behind in the transformation toward modernity. In Civilization and Monsters Gerald Figal asserts that...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Duke University Press 1999
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 398.2 FIGHillert, Margaret
Summary: "An easy to read fairy tale about Three Little Pigs and how they work together. Spanish only text, includes Spanish word list"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Norwood House Press 2018
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2 available in Juvenile World Languages, Call number: JBR PURPLE SPANISH HILAbdo, Kenny
Summary: This title focuses on the Los Angeles Rams and gives information related to the team's origin in the NFL, their journey through the decades, and highlighting their Hall of Fame players. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2022
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Summary: "Eren's titanic Rumbling claims thousands of lives beyond the walls of Paradis, and the boy who once lived in fear of the Titans becomes the world's most feared man. Determined to stop the destruction wrought by their childhood friend, Armin, Mikasa, and their surviving comrades reach the Attack Titan and decide to face him head on in an ultimate showdown. Will humanity finally be set free from...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kodansha Comics 2021
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 ATTEdwards, Elizabeth
Summary: She's one of our most beloved political figures, and on the surface, seems to have led a charmed life. Beautiful family, thriving career, loving marriage. But she's no stranger to adversity. She would exhibit remarkable grace and courage after the death of her son in a car accident and again while fighting breast cancer and the infidelity of her husband. Here she draws on her experiences and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Broadway Books 2009
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 973.931 EDWMacDonald, Margaret Read
Summary: When Little Boy is frightened by a squeaky bedroom door, his grandmother brings in various animals to help him feel secure enough to sleep. Includes notes on the story's origins.
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Publisher / Publication Date: HarperCollins 2006
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MACMcAllister, Angela
Summary: "50 classic nature stories from Angela McAllister are brought to life with sumptuous illustrations from Hannah Bess Ross, making this an anthology to treasure for a lifetime and celebrating nature and getting outdoors. This beautiful book of stories takes readers on a journey with 50 tales, featuring themes of nature from all around the world. Sit back, get comfortable and delve into this...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Frances Lincoln 2022
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Summary: Mythical creatures are cultural artifacts--creations of the human imagination from all around the world. From terrifying monsters to sacred mystical beasts, weird-looking humanoids, magical birds, and many other fantastic beings, the mythological creatures in this book are sure to enchant and amaze! Discover myths and legends spanning from ancient times to modern day from every corner of the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Red Feather 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 398.2 FRISommer, Nathan
Summary: "Engaging images accompany information about Pluto and the dwarf planets. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bellwether Media 2019
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 523.49 SOMSummary: The true-life story of Janet Frame, New Zealand's most distinguished author. The film follows Frame along her inspiring journey, from a poverty-stricken childhood to a misdiagnosis of schizophrenia and electroshock therapy to, finally, literary fame.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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Summary: Thirty-two short stories chosen from the tradition of ghost stories from American Indian cultures across North America, featuring witches, walking dolls, hungry skeletons, skinwalkers, and other supernatural beings.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 JONBulkeley, Kelly
Summary: "What if our dreams could offer spiritual insight for personal growth and social transformation? Leading dream expert Kelly Bulkeley brings us time-honored methods to stimulate our innate dreaming capacity, including the latest research on dreaming and strategies from seasoned, vivid dreamers"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Broadleaf Books, an imprint of 1517 Media 2023
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Summary: Discusses the varieties, breeding, selection, keeping, and care of these petite rodents.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barron's Educational Series 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.935 VANEdwards, Elizabeth
Summary: "She's one of the most beloved political figures in the country, and on the surface, seems to have led a charmed life. In many ways, she has. Beautiful family. Thriving career. Supportive friendship. Loving marriage. But she's no stranger to adversity. Many know of the strength she had shown after her son, Wade, was killed in a freak car accident when he was only sixteen years old. She would...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thorndike Press 2009