WHITMAN COUNTYLIBRARY DISTRICT
“The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self” by Martha N. Beck
The author and life coach emphasizes the importance of integrity for a meaningful and joyful life. She presents a four-stage process, inspired by Dante’s hero’s journey, to help readers discover personal integrity, find purpose, and experience emotional healing. With tested techniques, Beck guides readers on a spiritual adventure towards genuine happiness by recognizing internal signals and distinguishing true yearnings from cultural influences.
“Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age” by Katherine May
In this heartfelt exploration, the author invites readers to rediscover wonder and awe in their lives in the chaos of modernity. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, she shares her journey of finding solace and connection in the natural world, encouraging others to embrace curiosity and deliberate attention to uncover beauty and magic in everyday moments.
“Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier” by Arthur C. Brooks
Brooks and Oprah Winfrey share practical strategies to cultivate happiness and fulfillment in life, drawing on emotional self-management tools and research-based practices. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they encourage readers to take control of their present circumstances and build a better future by strengthening pillars of happiness such as family, friendship, work, and faith.
LATAH COUNTYLIBRARY DISTRICT
“The Colliding of Worlds of Mina Lee” by Ellen Oh
Mina Lee has become the hero of her own story. On Saturday when she woke up, she did not expect to be trapped in her own webcomic — a world of superheroes and supervillains, or evil corporations that she made up. It is up to Mina to save everyone, but when she comes face to face with Jin, the handsome boy of her dreams, will she be able to save everyone without losing him?
“Out of Our League” by Dahlia Adler & Jennifer Lacopelli
For female athletes, the stakes are often much higher. In this anthology, the voices of these athletes come alive, highlighting the ferocity of those who are often shunted to the side. These stories address the phenomenal physical and emotional power of teenage athletes as they compete, persevere, and thrive — on and off the field.
“Love is … A Pretty Implausible Premise” by Karen Rivers
Is love at first sight true love? Hattie and Presley have an instant connection and head-spinning, Taylor-Swift-song-level feelings. As they start to realize how much they have in common — both are grieving, have absent parents and have been forced to give up their Olympic dreams — they are able to understand each other like no one else. But, as their trauma haunts them, will they be able to overcome their losses without losing each other?
NEILL PUBLICLIBRARY, PULLMAN
“The Home Café” by Asia Lui Chapa
Sipping is an all day affair and this cookbook of delightful coffee infused drinks is truly unique. There are also recipes that don’t include caffeine and introduce combinations of teas, spices, herbs, fruits and creamy concoctions. For the sophisticated barista to a simple quick sumptuous sip, this cookbook asks to come home with you.
“The Official Bridgerton Guide to Entertaining” by Emily Timberlake, Shondaland and Netflix
Forty recipes for those who not only watch “Bridgerton” but want to infuse their lives further by partaking in the experience of the perfect “pique-nique.” Recipes that play homage to the time period and adapted for a modern audience. Host a garden party, high tea or a liqueur late night salon.
“A Very Chinese Cookbook” by Kevin Pang and Jefferey Pang
Pang and his father, Jeffrey, have partnered to create a Chinese cookbook unlike any you have seen before. Dynamic, action packed and all very Chinese and very delicious. This cookbook is ideal for the most experienced Chinese food cook to the curious beginner.
