eBook Readers: Join the Big Library Read

 Adults, Books
May 162013
 

Four Corners of the Sky - MaloneDo you like reading eBooks? If so, considering joining The Big Library Read! The Warren Public Library is participating in this worldwide eBook book club from May 15- June 1. The Big Library Read is sponsored by OverDrive, Warren’s vendor of eBooks and eAudiobooks, and is designed to show the positive exposure and sales influence library eBook catalogs provide to authors and publishers.

The title for The Big Library Read is The Four Corners of the Sky by Michael Malone.  It is a novel of love, secrets, and the mysterious bonds of families. Malone brings characters to life as only he can, exploring the questions that defy easy answers: Is love a choice or a calling? Why do the ties of family bind so tightly? And is forgiveness a gift to others…or a gift we give ourselves?

You can download The Four Corners of the Sky here from our eBooks site. For help with downloading eBooks, click here. We hope you will take part in The Big Read!

Paddle Now – Chores Later with Doc Fletcher

 Adults, Author Visit, Books, Civic Center Library, Programs
Mar 282013
 

CanoeOn Wednesday, April 17 at 6:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Library, join us for ‘Paddle Now – Chores Later!’ presented by PBS-featured author and lifelong Michigan resident Doc Fletcher.

Doc Fletcher has been canoeing Michigan’s rivers since 1978, and has written five books on canoeing and kayaking, including Weekend Canoeing in Michigan and Michigan Rivers Less Paddled. He will present a slideshow discussing his times canoeing the rivers of Michigan. Among rivers featured during his discussion will be the Pere Marquette, the subject of Doc’s 2013 book. The program will also focus on the U.P.’s Two Hearted River, a gorgeous river that flows into Lake Superior.

At the end of Doc’s program, a free drawing will be held and one person will win a gift certificate good for a free canoe or kayak day trip. Additionally, Doc will have copies of his books available to be purchased and signed.

This event will take place in the Conference Room outside of the Civic Center Library.  To register, call 586.574.4564.

True Crime Author Mardi Link to Visit the Warren Public Library on April 11

 Adults, Author Visit, Books, Civic Center Library, Programs
Mar 282013
 

When Evil Came to Good Hart - LinkAuthor Mardi Link will be visiting the Warren Public Library’s Civic Center Library on Tuesday, April 11 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss her two Michigan-based true crime books, Isidore’s Secret and When Evil Came to Good Hart.

Isidore’s Secret recounts the mysterious disappearance and murder of a Leelanau County nun in 1907. When Evil Came to Good Hart details the murders of a wealthy Detroit-area family in their northern Michigan cabin. Ms. Link’s books have been called “well-researched and carefully written” by the Michigan Notable Book Award Committee. Regarding Isidore’s Secret, the Grand Rapids Press says “Link handles the Sister Janina case with a high degree of art“.  Judith Guest, bestselling author of Ordinary People, says “My highest praise: it reads like a good novel, a real page-turner” about When Evil Came to Good Hart.

When you write about unsolved murders, not every story makes it into the book.   Some stories are simply too bizarre, or too unbelievable.  Join us while former police reporter Mardi Link recounts her research adventures–and you will get the story behind the story!

This event will take place in the Conference Room outside of the Civic Center Library. Books will be available to be purchased and signed at this event. To register, call 586.574.4564.

Author Visit with L. Ken Rogers on February 6

 Adults, Author Visit, Books, Civic Center Library
Jan 172013
 

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - RogersRetired police officer L. Ken Rogers will be visiting the Warren Public Library’s Civic Center Library on Wednesday, February 6 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss his book  Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Police Officer’s Report.

L. Ken Rogers was a police officer in Pleasant Ridge, Michigan.  His book describes his personal experiences as a police officer, his involvement in the shooting of a barricaded gunman, and the emotional issues that followed. Ken chronicles his struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder and his battle to overcome the pain of leaving the job he loved.

Join us for the program and listen as L. Ken Rogers describes the situations that first responders have to deal with every day.

This program will take place in the Conference Room outside of the Civic Center Library. Books will be available to be purchased and signed at this event. To register, call 586.574.4564.

 

Author D.E. Johnson to Visit the Warren Public Library on January 23

 Adults, Author Visit, Books, Civic Center Library
Dec 202012
 

Detroit Breakdown - D.E. JohnsonAuthor D.E. Johnson will be visiting the Warren Public Library’s Civic Center Library on Wednesday, January 23 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss his latest novel, Detroit Breakdown.

Detroit Breakdown is the third novel in Johnson’s series of Will Anderson/Elizabeth Hume mystery novels, set in early-1900s Detroit.  Publisher’s Weekly gave Detroit Breakdown a starred review.  Booklist says “this taut historical thriller is a definite winner“.  Kirkus Reviews has said “Johnson’s . . . clever weaving of history with intriguing characters makes for an exciting read“.

Don’t miss your chance to listen to and meet D.E. Johnson! This event will take place in the Conference Room outside of the Civic Center Library. Books will be available to be purchased and signed at this event. To register, call 586.574.4564.

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