Staff Picks For My Fellow "True Crime" Aficionados

If you enjoy listening to podcasts like Morbid, My Favorite Murder, or Crime Junkie, check out these books on true crime. As a fan of these types of podcasts myself, I really enjoy the downloadable audio versions of these books. What makes them even more interesting is that they are all narrated by the author. If you have not tried an audiobook yet, download Libby and give it a try—it is free with your library card!

What the Dead Know: Learning About Life as a New York City Death Investigator by Barbara Butcher

This memoir is a very honest look into the life of a New York City death investigator. It pairs all of the grizzly details of investigating death along with personal growth and enlightenment. Butcher does not shy away from exposing her own shortcomings as she reveals her battles with addiction and relationship struggles. She uses dark humor to cope with some of the most harrowing cases during her time as Death Investigator in Manhattan.

Winter Break Survival Guide: Week 1

Parents and caregivers, you made it through the first half of the school year! 

Now it’s winter break and as happy as you are to have some quality time with the kids at home for the next few weeks, chances are it won’t be long until you hear the first cries of “I’m bored.” 

Not to worry, we have some ideas to help you make your family’s winter break more fun and educational without breaking the bank. 

Register for Winter Reading Fun on December 19!

Registration for Winter Reading Fun begins on December 19. This fun, free reading challenge will run from Tuesday, December 19–January 21.

Illuminate Your Hanukkah Celebration with These DeLIGHTful Library Resources

Hey there, fellow bookworms and knowledge seekers! With the Festival of Lights beginning tonight, we're diving into the fascinating world of Hanukkah and the treasure trove of resources available at Forsyth County Public Library. So, grab a latke, light a candle, and let's explore the magic of Hanukkah together!

Staff Picks: Nerdy Birdy Tweets by Aaron Reynolds

 

Nerdy Birdy Tweets by Aaron Reynolds

Bestselling children's book author Aaron Reynolds has an interesting view of vultures. Reynold’s picture book Nerdy Birds and its sequel, Nerdy Birdy Tweets, chronicle an avian friendship between Nerdy Birdy and Vulture. Both books are illustrated by the Pulitzer Prize winning editorial cartoonist Matt Davis and offer timely lessons on friendship that could even alter your opinion of a certain carrion-eating bird.  

What would you do if you found an injured vulture? 

Recently a patron came in and asked if we could tell her what to do about an injured vulture. Her friend in a neighboring county had spotted the bird and called her for advice. She didn’t know the answer but told her friend, “I’m right by the library. I’ll run in and ask.”  

Her instincts were right. I was happy to inform her and her out-of-county friend that several organizations that can assist people who encounter injured wildlife.