New Releases for June 2017!
Non-Fiction
FIND YOUR WHISTLE
By Christopher Ullman
“Four-Time International Whistling Champion Christopher Ullman presents Find Your Whistle, the heartwarming, hilarious, and outrageous journey of a Washington and Wall Street insider who uses his simple gift to touch hearts and change lives. In this sweet and authentic memoir, world whistling champion Christopher Chris Ullman a managing director at one of the world s most powerful private equity firms tells readers how he found, developed, and shares his whistle with big-wig politicians, special needs children, Wall Street billionaires, and more than 400 people on their birthdays every year.
Chris inspires readers to find their simple gift – their whistle – and make the world a better place.“
I first met Chris in 1994 when he whistled on the Today Show. I was smiling then and he’s made me smile again with this sweet and heartwarming memoir. –Katie Couric
Chris’ book is well worth reading. his main point, so gracefully and humorously told, is that by having the skill to whistle in a way that creates joy in the world, he is doing what others can and should do: find their own whistle and use that skill or talent to bring happiness and pleasure to others. –David M. Rubenstein, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, The Carlyle Group
With Find Your Whistle, Chris Ullman has penned a memoir that hits all the right notes. Told in a warm and witty style, Chris writes a compelling tale of his lifelong journey to become a world champion whistler and how he’s used that skill to make the world a little brighter and happier. –Daniel F. Akerson, former Chairman and CEO, General Motors
HOUSE CALL: A DOCTOR’S TIME IN MEDICINE AND GOVERNMENT
By J. Roy Rowland and Selby McCash
Former Congressman for Georgia and longtime family physician J. Roy Rowland’s account of the health care reform efforts initiated by President Clinton reveals in candid detail how the nation’s most prominent political leaders turned the promise of historic progress into tragic failure. The downfall of health care reform back then still influences politics today. Dr. Rowland’s story spans more than 90 years from his days growing up in a small Georgia town during the Great Depression to his career as a primary care doctor and then a maverick political figure during a period of turbulent change. In this extraordinary and timely memoir, he continues to urge Americans to learn from the past so history won’t repeat itself.
GENEROUS FRUITS: A SURVEY OF AMERICAN HOMESTEADING
By Barbara Bamberger Scott
“In this—the first comprehensive chronicle of American homesteading from earliest settlement to the current day—author Barbara Bamberger Scott quickly establishes her voice as a passionate urban homesteader and accomplished writer.
Scott’s personal, ‘I’ve-been-there’ approach to the subject—its roots and branches, its past and future—targets both the avid practitioner and the armchair philosopher. Highly recommended for anyone who has walked this path, or is considering it.”
—Wanda Urbanska, simplicity advocate and author of The Heart of Simple Living: 7 Paths to a Better Life
30 DAYS TO STOP SUCKING, START THRIVING: GET YOUR MINDSET IN CHECK
By Jessica Lewis
No one just stumbles upon success. It’s something that is pre-determined, pre-measured, pre-calculated, and planned. To find success, you have to go after it day after day, week after week, and never give up. Your mindsets and habits must set you up to live your life with purpose and passion.
Many of us have moments of inspiration, but we let it fade, putting a longer hold on our dreams. If you’re tired of waiting to make your dreams a reality, or if you’re surrounded my mediocre and are looking for something better, look no further than this journal, which invites you to answer questions and present yourself with challenges that will help you develop motivation that lasts.
30 Days to Stop Sucking, Start Thriving is a life-changing journal. If you go through all 30 days of this book, you will find inspiration to achieve your goals and clarity on what your goals are, as well as tried and true mindsets that you must adopt to achieve your goals.
Fiction
THE EYE OF THE STORM (BOOK TWO OF THE TRIPLE CROWN TRILOGY)
By Kimberly Campbell
When Lilly Garrett came out of retirement to ride Genuine Storm in the Kentucky Derby, no one expected them to win. Now, the Preakness is coming up and while Storm gets ready for his next big race, Lilly is confronted with a past that no longer wants to stay hidden. Lost love, heartbreak, betrayal—everything comes to light in the two weeks leading up to the big race. With the help of Charlie, Doug, and the rest of the team, Lilly must confront the reasons she left racing in the first place. Does she want to be a jockey again, or will she leave the sport behind forever? Time is running out, and the team is desperate. Will Lilly make her decision in time to help the people who count on her? Most importantly, will Genuine Storm stand a chance at the Triple Crown if Lilly Garrett isn’t the one riding him?
Children’s Chapter Books
ATTILA THE HUMMER
By Maggie Smith
It looks like Beaky Broadbill’s time at Rowdy Rufus’s Flight School won’t be as easy as he hoped. He’s had the misfortune of being placed in the group belonging to Attila the Hummer, the nastiest, toughest hummingbird commander at the school. Will Beaky be able to survive his torturous training and maybe find out what his mean group leader doesn’t want them to know?
Children’s Books
POSITIVE PETE PENGUIN’S FIRST BUS RIDE
By James Davis
It’s the first day of school, and Pete Penguin is nervous. He’s never ridden a bus before! What if he can’t find a seat? What if he doesn’t make any friends? Pete can’t help but worry, so it’s up to Momma Penguin to save the day. Will Pete Penguin learn to be positive after all?
THE FIRST SONG
By Lisa Batch
Imagine living in a time with no music. Who wrote the first song? People grunted and animals howled, then someone created a melody allowing all of the jungles’ people and animals to communicate peacefully.
A PRINCE AFTER ALL
By Heather Crick
Even though Charlie and Sarah are the best of friends, Sarah has a secret. When Charlie find out, he changes Sarah’s life!
SASSY
By Poppy Hall
When Sassy the pig ends up somewhere new,
He has to figure out who to talk to and what to do!
Sassy was inspired by real life events in the author’s childhood. When she was a little girl, she used to drive by the same pig on a farm every single day. Her brother named him Sassy and it stuck!
One day while they were driving by, all these cars were stopped along the side of the road. A horse was lying down in the field with Sassy sprawled across his back taking a nap! Thus Sassy the book was born from the unlikely friendship between a pig and a horse.
SCIENCESTRATIONS: GAMEDAY WEATHER
By Kyle Dunn
Fletcher keeps checking the weather to see if it is a good day to play baseball. Will it ever be a nice day? Activities and investigations are included to test your knowledge!
BAKU & ISTANBUL: MAXWELL’S ABC ADVENTURES!
By George Kingsley Hewan Jr., Ed.D, and Tara Paige Hewan
Join Maxwell on an alphabet journey through Azerbaijan and Istanbul! Learn about the importance of tradition, culture, and innovation with Maxwell by your side.
MOMMY BREASTFEEDS ME
By Amanda Porter
This book provides a delightful way to promote breastfeeding and provide support for mothers facing challenging cultural views.
THE ADVENTURES OF CITY FROG
by Steven Zanetis
Come journey with City Frog as he leaves the comfort of his farm pond for the big city. Along the way he’ll meet a whole host of new friends–a caged rabbit, a lost Labradoodle, a hapless raccoon, and many more. Can City Frog put his wits and skills to use to help his new friends out? And when his adventure is over, can he make it back home?
PRINCESS LIBUŠE OF PRAGUE AND HER PRAGUEMATIC INSIGHTS
By Susan M. Cox
A whimsical telling of the legendary princess who founded Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. Princess Libuše governed her kingdom when women were not generally permitted to rule, but legend says she had magical powers that allowed her to see into the future. Princess Libuše of Prague celebrates the Czech culture and embodies the timeless lesson that girls rule!
THE NICE MONSTER UNDER MY BED
By Jaxon Glover
Jaxon wants to be brave and strong, but it can be so hard. The world is so big and he’s just a kid. But when a visitor comes to town, Jaxon might just find a new best friend and the courage he never knew he had.
The Nice Monster Under My Bed is a children’s book that is sure to delight readers of all ages.
ALL THE COLORS OF THE RAINBOW WITH TUCKEY THE NANTUCKET WHALE
By Robert Cameron
All of the Colors of the Rainbow with Tuckey the Nantucket Whale is a children’s board designed to help even the earliest readers learn their colors. Follow along with Tuckey as he swims around Nantucket, sharing all of the beautiful colors he sees along the way.
SCRIBBLES
by Theresa Mackiewicz
Scribbles struggles in school and would much rather be drawing frogs all day. Mrs. Sunshine recognizes that Scribbles needs some guidance in order to feel successful. Come along with Scribbles and watch how she conquers school and drawing!
THE ADVENTURES OF BUGABOO AND LADYBUG: UP, UP, & AWAY
By Jewel Sweeney
Join Bugaboo and Ladybug on the first of many adventures! See where they go and what they do as they explore the world around them. Let’s hope that everyone makes it back safe and sound!
ONCE UPON A GRADUATION
By Katie Henry
Follow a little girl from her first day of school to her Once Upon a Graduation. Join in her imagination and congratulating her classmates!
THE LOOSE TOOTH FAIRY KIT
By Jennifer Silvestri
Tooth Fairy Land is a beautiful, magical place where the Tooth Fairy and her helpers use donated teeth from children around the world to build upon their special land. The Tooth Fairy seeks out teeth in “the finest condition” so her buildings can be strong and last forever!
It’s time to prepare your teeth for Tooth Fairy Land! The Tooth Fairy has sent out her special helpers, the Loose Tooth Fairies, to help you take good care of your teeth. Your very own fairy is here and she brought a toothbrush with magical fairy dust in it just for you!
Kit Includes:
- Beautifully illustrated Children’s Book
- Your very own Loose Tooth Fairy
- Your very own Magical Toothbrush
FREEDA THE FROG & HER NEW BLUE FAMILY
By Nadine Haruni
Freeda and her family get used to life after the divorce. They have a new routine in place, but things change when Freeda meets a new blue frog. This change brings new topics into the family discussion such as, “How do you handle a parent remarrying?” and “Does the color on the outside of a frog matter?”