Library News and Notes

Page-turner: a book available from the Lititz Public Library that is so exciting or gripping that one is compelled to read it very rapidly. This Book Will Save Your Life by A.M. Homes Disconnected from the outside world until a health scare and a sinkhole in his yard force him to forge new relationships, a…

The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins is probably this year’s most talked about novel. The story of a woman who becomes emotionally entangled in a murder investigation because of something she witnesses on her daily commute is a thrilling tale of a marriage gone wrong. Psychological suspense and shocking plot twists entice readers…

Many love the convenience; others enjoy being read to. Find out why audiobooks are more popular today than ever. Borrow a book on CD from the Lititz Public Library. You Can’t Make This Up: Miracles, Memories and the Perfect Marriage of Sports and Television by Al Michaels (nonfiction) Award-winning broadcaster interweaves the story of his…

Music fans will find awesome rock-and-roll biographies at the Lititz Public Library. U2: The Definitive Biography by John Jobling This unauthorized account presents a comprehensive account of the Irish rockers, investigating personal relationships, creative tensions and political crusades. Bruce by Peter Ames Carlin Music critic, who was able to obtain interviews with many of Bruce…

Mystery novelists often feature a recurring character to lead readers through the clues in pursuit of the villain. These recent additions to popular mystery series are available to borrow from the Lititz Public Library. Crude Carrier by Rex Burns (Touchstone Agency Mystery) When a shipping company refuses to provide a grieving family with details of…

Historical fiction gives readers a chance to experience the past through the eyes of characters faced with the events, social conditions and politics of their time. These and other novels that bring the past to life are available to borrow from the Lititz Public Library. A Memory of Violets: A Novel of London’s Flower Sellers…

Midsomer Murders is a charming British crime television series based on the Inspector Barnaby cozy mystery series by English playwright, screenwriter and novelist Caroline Graham. The TV series, which revolves around Barnaby’s efforts to solve numerous murders that take place in the idyllic village of Midsomer, recently celebrated its 100th episode, Killings in Copenhagen. (According…

Readers who think nonfiction is difficult to read and not very entertaining are in for a surprise. These nonfiction titles are as entertaining as they are informative and they’re available to borrow from the Lititz Public Library. Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth by Reza Aslan The life of Jesus is examined…

Jane Austen’s books are more popular today than they were two hundred years ago. Some readers study Austen to learn about the literature and society of the 19th century. Others return again and again to her novels because they love the characters and elegance of the period. The Jane Austen Society of Lancaster County is…

The Council of Friends of Lancaster County Public Libraries will present their 15th Anniversary Author Luncheon fundraiser on Thursday, April 16th. One of two authors speaking at the event is Jennifer Chiaverini, the bestselling author of several historical novels and the Elm Creek Quilts series. The Elm Creek Quilts series presents heart-warming stories with a…