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Sharon McMahon, host of the podcast Here’s Where It Gets Interesting, debuts with a compelling blend of biography and history that sheds light on little known figures who made a difference. The Small and the Mighty: Twelve Unsung Americans Who Changed the Course of History, from the Foun
Learning about the lives of your ancestors can be fun and rewarding! Wheaton Public Library has a variety of genealogy resources including programs, databases, reference materials, and more for creating your family tree.
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If you're a fan of fast-paced thrillers and mystery, Megan Miranda's The Only Survivors (2023) is a must-read (or rather, a must-listen!). This audiobook brings to life the gripping story of a group of people who survived a tragic accident and are now reunited years later.
I Was a Teenage Slasher by Stephen Graham Jones is a fast-paced read for fans of the Scream franchise. High school, revenge, slashers, and a small, quiet town.
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Lady Macbeth has a bad reputation - plotting, cunning and murderous. Is there more to her than Shakespeare’s famous anti-heroine who is filled with ambition, guilt, and lives with the consequences of unchecked ambition? Joel H Morris, author of All Of Our Yesterdays (2024), delves into the historical fiction life of Gruoch, the widow of Macbeth’s cousin, kno
North Woods (2023) is the first work of fiction I’ve read by author Daniel Mason. It won’t be the last. Vivid, compelling, and historically resonant, this collection of interlinked stories, or this novel, if you prefer, revolves around a particular dwelling built in northwestern Massachusetts during the early years of the colonial era.
In 1500s Joseon (modern day Korea), Iseul and her sister are living under a brutal tyrant, King Yeonsan. The king has murdered all those he considers political enemies, which included their parents. The King commandeers land from his people and kidnaps young girls across the country. When Iseul's sister becomes one of the kidnapped girls, Iseul embarks on a dangerous journey, determined to bring her home. She believes the key to getting her sister back is to solve a series of murders the King has offered a great reward for.
Are you after a sweet, simple read, something that makes you feel like you are just floating away on a cloud? Get your PJs on and try out The Dallergut Dream Department Store (2024). Full of whimsy and charm, author Mi-Ye Lee will take you journeying between the dream world and the dreamers, offering you small snippets of people’s lives and dreams.
Are you an adult who loves all things Disney and romance novels? If so, check out this series of retellings of classic Disney stories. Each entry focuses on a different fairy tale, so unlike a typical series, there is no connection between the books. And while the series features different superstar romance authors putting a modern spin on the story, all of these feel-good books can be categorized as sweet romances.
The Scarlet Letter is a difficult read for many audiences with its vague symbolism that takes a deep dive to understand.
