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Jacinda Arden: A New Kind of Leader

Madeline Chapman (ebook available through Overdrive/Libby)) Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern is a leader for a new generation, one tired of inertia in the face of pressing issues such as climate change, immigration and the rise of far-right terrorism. Ardern was catapulted onto the international stage with her grace and compassion following the Christchurch mosque shooting. Oprah Winfrey invited us to ‘channel our inner Jacindas’ as praise for Ardern flooded headlines and social media. In this revealing biography, journalist Madeleine Chapman discovers the woman behind the headlines. In her first press conference, she announced an election campaign of ‘relentless positivity’. The tactic was a resounding success: donations poured in and Labour rebounded in the polls. But can Ardern live up to her promise? What does her new style of leadership look like in practice? And what can we learn from the world’s reaction to this inspiring leader?

And They Called it Camelot: A Novel of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis

Stephanie Marie Thornton (eBook available through Overdrive/Libby) Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy led a life punctuated by fate. Jackie was every bit an American icon. Charming, intelligent and center stage in the world’s eye. Jackie placed herself indelibly in the hearts and minds of powerful men in history and that of American people. Her life, a famous fairy tale, is that of a senator’s wife, a loving mother, a First Lady and a queen. With the sudden cease of magical Camelot, Jackie must pick up the pieces and forge a new identity of her own. This is the story of, Jackie, an American Legend.

Food for Brain

Emma Victoria Enders (Audiobook available through Overdrive/Libby) This book details how to keep one’s precious body and brain in shape. It argues the importance of such care to avoid premature decay, and ensure body and brain continue to performance well for the long haul. It explains why our bodies need to feed in a correct way, which foods help the brain be at its best and how to supplement today’s diet. Ten healthy recipes are included within to integrate into daily meals.

The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires

Grady Hendrix (eBook available through Overdrive/Libby) Set in the 1990’s this thriller is about a women’s book club on the watch for a vampire in their local community. Disenchanted with suburban domestic life, Patricia, a former nurse and now doctor’s wife, finds solace in her book club of likeminded mothers and true-crime readers. When a stranger moves to town there’s a change in book club discussions away from the usual literary musings to guessing who this new mysterious and handsome neighbor is. In the event of missing local children, Patricia suspects it is the stranger responsible for recent crimes. She begins to look into matters. Initially, she suspects the stranger is a murder. The truth her investigation reveals is a far scarier reality. Knowing this the book club must try and protect their community.

The Good Egg Presents ‘The Great Eggscape!’

Jory John and Pete Oswald (eBook available through Overdrive/Libby) A New York Times Bestseller! The Great Eggscape is when the Good Egg and his pals escape their carton and drop into the store for a morning of fun, enjoyed by everybody. Well, almost everybody. Shel (an egg) isn’t a huge fan of group activities, especially when he’s made to be “It” for a game of hide-andseek. Nevertheless, Shel doesn’t want to let his friends down, so he reluctantly plays, anyway. But after a morning of hiding and seeking, somebody’s still missing. Will the dozen eggs friends ever be reunited? Find out in this hilarious egg hunt adventure that reminds us to break out of our shells and help our friends in need!

Veil of Shadows

Erin Hunter (eBook available through Overdrive/Libby) The #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series continues! Discover more epic adventures in the third book in the action-packed Broken Code story. After losing one of his nine lives, ThunderClan’s leader, Bramblestar, became intent on rooting out and exiling cats he claims are traitors to the warrior code. But some cats know the truth: this isn’t the real Bramblestar, and their leader’s true spirit is desperate to return to its rightful place before the rising tension among the five Clans erupts into outright war. Packed with action and intrigue, this sixth Warriors series is the perfect introduction for readers new to the Warriors world, while dedicated fans will be thrilled to discover the new adventures that unfold after the events of ‘A Vision of Shadows’.