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No! I Don't Want to Join a Book Club: Diary of a Sixtieth Year

No! I Don't Want to Join a Book Club: Diary of a Sixtieth Year

By Virginia Ironside 240 pages Adult

Danny Says

Treat yourself to this wonderfully entertaining summer read, as Ironside – who is just about to turn 60 – brushes aside calls to join book clubs or volunteer in Africa in favor of accepting how old she is and who she is. Marvelously written.
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Ascending with Both Feet on the Ground: Words to Awaken your Heart

Ascending with Both Feet on the Ground: Words to Awaken your Heart

By Jeff Brown 208 pages Adult

Danny Says

Subtitled “Words to Awaken Your Heart,” this collection of Facebook quotes and “soul-bytes” will provide you with the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of life.
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The In-Between: Embracing the Tension Between Now and the Next Big Thing

The In-Between: Embracing the Tension Between Now and the Next Big Thing

By Jeff Goins 176 pages Adult

Danny Says

This book provides us all with a wake-up call to live in the here and now. All of us need to appreciate the journey a lot more, as that is “where all the magic happens.”
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Laugh and Learn - Confessions of an Elementary School Teacher: Confessions of an Elementary School Teacher

Laugh and Learn - Confessions of an Elementary School Teacher: Confessions of an Elementary School Teacher

By Megan Broderick 120 pages Adult

Danny Says

Subtitled “Confessions of an Elementary School Teacher,” this book is a perfect primer for teachers looking to smile as they begin the new school year.
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The Love Affairs of Nathaniel P.: A Novel

The Love Affairs of Nathaniel P.: A Novel

By Adelle Waldman 256 pages Adult

Danny Says

Basically, I got sick of everyone telling me I had to read this book. Have to admit that I enjoyed Waldman’s debut novel, as I can relate to Nate’s quest to find love in the big city. Funny and easy to read.
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No Better Time: The Brief, Remarkable Life of Danny Lewin, the Genius Who Transformed the Internet

No Better Time: The Brief, Remarkable Life of Danny Lewin, the Genius Who Transformed the Internet

By Molly Knight Raskin 264 pages Adult

Danny Says

Subtitled “The Brief, Remarkable Life of Danny Lewin, The Genius Who Transformed the Internet,” this book is a MUST READ. I could not put it down, and you won’t be able to either. Don’t believe me? Read the preface, one of the best prefaces I have ever read.
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Under the Jaguar Sun

Under the Jaguar Sun

By Italo Calvino 96 pages Adult

Danny Says

Yes, I dig short stories. What stands out about this collection is how each story deals specifically with one of the five senses, minus two (why Calvino left out sight and touch are a mystery to me – perhaps he passed away before getting to those). Still, this is a great quick read that will definitely intrigue your senses of sound, smell and taste.
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Falling Into the Fire: A Psychiatrist's Encounters with the Mind in Crisis

Falling Into the Fire: A Psychiatrist's Encounters with the Mind in Crisis

By Christine Montross 256 pages Adult

Danny Says

In a society obsessed with pills, this book riveted me with a psychiatrist’s journey as she determines ways to assist her patients that often focus much more heavily on empathy than medicine. Reading this book solidified my belief that we have a lot to still learn about mental health. A very engaging read.
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Piece of Cake: A Pocket Guide Full of Easy Tips and Tricks For Everyday Weight Loss

Piece of Cake: A Pocket Guide Full of Easy Tips and Tricks For Everyday Weight Loss

By Kayla Moffett 170 pages Adult

Danny Says

Did you know that I am a weight loss expert? I’ve lost over 1,000 pounds! The problem is that I have gained over 1,220 pounds, for a net gain of 220 pounds. I have formed a lifetime of poor eating habits, and my wife has been instrumental in prompting me to reconsider my nutrition. So grateful for this reading gem, courtesy of Kayla Moffett. Moffett’s wonderfully readable book provides practical tips that encourage me to stop dieting and start living – based on wiser choices. What is most inspiring about this book is that Moffett practices what she preaches, as she has implemented her strategies in helping her lose over 70 pounds – and keep it off!
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The Redemption Factory

The Redemption Factory

By Sam Millar 254 pages Adult

Danny Says

A friend asked me to include a dark and twisted thriller, and this tale of star-crossed lovers seemed to fit the bill perfectly. I’ll just warn you that this slaughterhouse romance-turned-murder may leave you with sleep difficulties.
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Marc Joseph: New and Used

Marc Joseph: New and Used

150 pages Adult

Danny Says

Need to read a book quickly to feel better about yourself? Read a book of photography! I really enjoyed Joseph’s photos of bookshelves and record stores as art in his native Cleveland. 
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FLIP The Gratitude Switch: A Simple Formula To Change The Trajectory Of Your Life

FLIP The Gratitude Switch: A Simple Formula To Change The Trajectory Of Your Life

By Kevin Clayson 200 pages Adult

Danny Says

Folks have to lighten up in America. We are so blessed, and Clayson does a magnificent job of helping us focus on all that we have rather than all that we want. This is the perfect antidote to all the negative news broadcast constantly.
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The Ancient Minstrel: Novellas

The Ancient Minstrel: Novellas

By Jim Harrison 256 pages Adult

Danny Says

Harrison may be one of the most important and gifted American writers of the past century, as his writing always contains keen observation and humor – while often finding the tragedy of the human condition. This collection of three novellas is the type of book I shunned in college and ironically yearn for today.
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The Highwayman: A Longmire Story

The Highwayman: A Longmire Story

By Craig Johnson 208 pages Adult

Danny Says

At the urging of a friend who loves the Netflix Longmire series, I grabbed this quick read and wound up reading it in one sitting. As I’ve always been a fan of Tony Hillerman, I am amazed I had never heard of this wonderful series by Craig Johnson. So excited to read more!
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The Goomba Diet: Living Large and Loving It

The Goomba Diet: Living Large and Loving It

By Steven R. Schirripa 240 pages Adult

Danny Says

Subtitled “Living Large and Loving It,” I knew what I was getting myself into when I read this book. What I did not anticipate was how funny this book would be. I had a tough month, and Schirripa, who used to play Bobby Baccalieri on The Sopranos, made me laugh heartily during this delightful read. A great gift!
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