December 18, 2008
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Bestsellers
Scarpetta Patricia Cornwell Putnam

“Scarpetta is Cornwell at her very best.”

Cross Country  James Patterson  Little, Brown

“Just when you think Alex Cross has solved all the murders, another strange and compelling case comes along.”

The Story of Edgar Sawtelle David Wroblewski Ecco

“The must read book of 2008. A great choice by Oprah and any book club.”

The Host Stephanie Meyer Little, Brown

“Engrossing. Meyer writes another page turner about romantic but scary vampires.”

The Private Patient  P.D. James Knopf

“P. D. James writes great detective stories. Here’s hoping for more mysteries featuring Adam Dalgliesh.”

The Gate House Nelson DeMille Grand Central

“If you liked The Gold Coast as much as we did, then you will love the continuation of these fascinating characters in one of DeMille’s best efforts in The Gate House.

One Fifth Avenue Candace Bushnell Voice/Hyperion

“The author of Sex and the City proves why her fans eagerly await her books in this rock rollin’ story.”

Dashing Through the Snow  Mary Higgins Clark and Carol Higgins Clark Simon & Schuster

“The holidays are never sweet and soft from these queens of who-done-it. Dashing Through the Snow provides enough twists and turns to satisfy even the most discriminating of suspense fans.”

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows Dial

“Combine members of a book club which happens to be called The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society with the spies of World War II and the result is a sure-fire best seller. Guernsey is a small British island that was occupied by the Nazis and members of this special book club faced unbelievable challenges.”

Cruel Intent  J. A.Jance Touchstone

“Ali Reynolds is back to solve another murder. We love this series from author Jance as much as her other two series.”

The Shack William Young Windblown Media

“Discover this compelling interpretation of God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit.”

The Appeal  John Grisham Delta

“No one writes courtroom and legal thrillers like John Grisham.”

A Thousand Splendid Suns Khaled Hosseini Riverhead

“The author of The Kite Runner scores another great work of literature. If you want to understand family relationships and politics in Afghanistan, then read A Thousand Splendid Suns. Hosseini is one of the great writers of this decade.”

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao Junot Diaz Riverhead

“Diaz proves why he is an awarding-winning author. His intriguing and very readable stories will be on all the required reading lists in the future along with Michael Chabon and Ann Patchett.”

World Without End  Ken Follett New American Library

“This sequel to The Pillars of the Earth was worth the wait. Follett just keeps getting better and better.”

The Secret Life of Bees Sue Monk Kidd Penguin

“Better than the movie.”

Water for Elephants Sarah Gruen Algonquin

“The Benzini Brothers were a third-rate circus during the bottom of the Great Depression. As 90-year-old Jacob now remembers it, the circus transformed the life of Marlena and himself through the power of love and trust in this heartrending story of freaks, clowns, pain and passion. Sure to be a selection for book clubs everywhere.”

Loving Frank Nancy Horan Ballantine

“Outstanding debut novel, the most talked about book of the fall and a sure pick for book clubs everywhere.”

The Audacity of Hope Barack Obama Three Rivers

“A constitutional law class in the form of a book taught by one of our most famous instructors of law.”

Dreams From My Father Barack Obama Three Rivers

“Compelling. Provides great insight with our President and one of the most intriguing political figures so far of this century.”

Team of Rivals Doris Kearns Goodwin Simon & Schuster

“Required reading for any fan of Abraham Lincoln or American history.”

Three Cups of Tea  Mortenson & Relin  Penguin

“Required reading for those who truly want world peace. A must have for all book clubs.”

Eat Pray Love  Elizabeth Gilbert Penguin

“Gilbert combines personal therapy with eating her way across Italy.”

American Lion Jon Meacham  Random House

“It takes a native Tennessean to interpret the life of one of Tennessee’s most controversial and powerful leaders. Meacham does a tremendous job.”

Suggested Gifts/Coffee Table Books
Photography: New Mexico Barrow, Barendsen, Ashman Fresco Fine Art Publications

“In the classic tradition of Ansel Adams and Edward Weston come 25 contemporary artists/photographers. A must have for the western art collector. New Mexico, its landscape, its people and its light hold a special place in the photographers’ world.”

The New Annotated Dracula Bram Stoker Norton

“More than you ever needed to know but everything you wanted to know about the creature that shrieks in the night.”

Chocolate Pathway to the Gods Dreiss, Greenhill University of Arizona Press

“A mouth-watering sensation of a book that examines the historic significance of chocolate in Mesoamerica.”

Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual  Bobbi Brown Springboard/Grand Central

“The definitive how to for those who want to look fabulous and effortless.”

Culturing Wilderness in Jasper National Park I.S. Maclaren  University of Alberta

“For every armchair mountain climber and back packer, this intricate examination of the fur trading, homesteading and exploring of Canadian mountains is outstanding.”

Gilded Mansions Wayne Craven Norton

“High society in the 19th century was different from you and me, and these ornate, luxury money pits prove that while you can’t take it with you, you can sure spend it when you are here.”

Mason-Dixon Knitting Outside the Lines Gardiner, Shayne Potter Craft

“If you buy only one book about knitting, then select Mason-Dixon Knitting Outside the Lines. Gardiner and Shayne are world premier writers about the skill of knitting.”

Turtles of the Southeast Buhlmann, Tuberville, Gibbons University of Georgia

“Everything you need to know about the 42 species of turtles and how to tell age and gender differences, as well as what that blotch behind their eye means. An inspirational work for every reptile lover.”

Make ‘em Laugh Maslon, Kantor Twelve

“If you love comedy and comedians, especially the television versions, and if Nick at Night is your favorite TV channel, you will laugh out loud and love this fabulous book.”

True West Michael Barson TCU Press

“The reproduction of early rare and colorful movie posters alone makes this a great book. For every Gene Autry, Roy Rogers and Clint Eastwood fan.”

Texas Blues Alan Govenar Texas A & M University

"Learn the true story of Blind Lemon Jefferson, Aaron “T-Bone” Walker, Junior Parker, Don Robey, Amos Milburn, Huddie Ledbetter, B. B. King and Sam Hopkins, and how they created a contemporary, unique sound.”

Redrawing Boundaries Denver Art Museum

“The art and photography of the American West in all its glory, exaggeration and raw truth.”

Civil Rights Memorials and the Geography of Memory Dwyer, Alderman Center for American Places

“If you can’t go to the Civil Rights Memorial, this excellent book will walk you through the tragic sights that gave birth to modern freedom.”

The Two Thousand Yard Stare Brendan Greeley, Jr. Texas A&M

"Glory in the paintings and the perception of the great southwestern artist Tom Lea, who was commissioned by Life magazine to paint and record World War II. A must have for your favorite member of the greatest generation.”

Non-Fiction
Michelle Liza Mundy Simon & Schuster

“A closer look at the achievements and fascinating life of our soon-to-be First Lady.”

Walt Whitman Where the Future Becomes Present Blake & Robertson Iowa

“Interpretations of one of America’s most beloved and controversial writers. Provides great insight to this poet who was a genius.”

The Enduring Legacy of the WPA: American-Made Nick Taylor Bantam

“Should be required reading for our current leaders. The true story of how a President reacted to our last economic depression.”

The Partnership–The Making of Goldman Sachs Charles Ellis The Penguin Press

“Are the rules really different for the rich and powerful? Did anyone really see what was coming next? This tell-all book gives the answer.”

The Brenner Assignment Patrick O’Donnell Da Capo

  “The perfect gift for the fan of military history.”

The Terracotta Army John Man Da Capo

“Why do all of these hundreds of statues surround the tomb of one of China’s most powerful early leaders? Man answers all questions in The Terracotta Army.”

Searchlight Harry Reid University Nevada

“What motivates one of the U.S. Senate’s most powerful leaders? Senator Harry Reid shares his story to inspire others.”

One Drop Bliss Broyard  Backbay Books

“One of the best biographies ever. Blyss Broyard blends 200 years worth of family secrets to explain how and why racial identity can be so controversial. Her father, Anatole Broyard, kept his mixed race parentage from his children and the result of that decision is this marvelous book.”

Einstein Walter Isaacson Simon & Schuster

“Looking for an engrossing biography? Look no further. Isaacson, the author of Benjamin Franklin, proves why he is one of today’s premier historians in this life of the most important figure in the 20th century.”

The Man who Outshone the Sun King Charles Drazin Da Capo

“Legend has it that Nicolas Fouquet was the man left behind by the Three Musketeers to die in a jail beside the man in the iron mask. Who was Fouquet and why is he such a fascinating man? The Man who Outshone the Sun King will answer all of your questions.”

Pueblos, Spaniards & the Kingdom of New Mexico John Kessell University Oklahoma

“Searching and definitive account of the courageous and true events in the Southwest.”

Sunday Afternoon on the Porch Heynen, Kuntz Iowa

“Nostalgia at its best.”

Dammed to Eternity The Behind the Scenes Story of the Man They Say Caused The Flood Adam Pitluk Da Capo

“James Scott was accused of causing the 1993 Midwestern Floods. What was his motivation and is he really guilty?”

Heart in the Right Place Carolyn Jourdan  Algonquin

“Why would a daughter give up a powerful job in Washington D.C.? To take care of her parents–a great discussion for book clubs.”

The Great Arab Conquests Hugh Kennedy Da Capo

“An intriguing explanation of the history of who controls different parts of the world and why.”

Wounded Warriors Mike Sager Da Capo

“Emotional account of what happens to those who serve after they return home.”

Gettysburg Heroes Glenn Lafantasie Indiana

“Who became rich and powerful as a result of the Civil War and why? Lafantasie tells all. A must have for the collector of Civil War books.”

The Border David Danelo Stackpole

“An interesting and definitive account of the friction along the border between the United States and Mexico.”

Descent Into Chaos Ahmed Rashid Viking

“A Pakistani journalist looks at U. S. foreign policy in Pakistan and Afghanistan.”

Fiction
Where the River Ends Charles Martin Doubleday

“A memorable tale in the tradition of Love Story.”

Grace Richard Paul Evans Simon & Schuster

“Another tear jerker from Evans, this time set around the time of the events of the Cuban Missile crisis.”

Keeping the World Away Margaret Forster  Ballantine

“Forster, the author of The Lady’s Maid, delivers another book that is impossible to put down.”

Oxygen Carol Cassella Simon & Schuster

“After an operating room disaster, Dr. Marie Heaton is faced with a malpractice lawsuit in this legal struggle as she tries to redeem her career and reputation. Heartwrenching.”

Life after Genius M. Ann Jacoby Grand Central

“Boy genius is scheduled to graduate college at age 18 but instead flees home to his strange family in rural Illinois. Instead of solving math equations, he learns the art of his family business of selling furniture in this quirky coming-of-age story.”

Love Today Maxim Biller Simon & Schuster

“These stories reveal the emotional depth of human intimacy from bars to childhood friends to text messages.”

The Disagreement   Nick Taylor Simon & Schuster

“In 1861 when Virginia secedes, a 16-year-old goes off to the University of Virginia where he is quickly forced into service at the Charlottesville hospital and falls in love. Insightful story of the Civil War.”

The Music Teacher Barbara Hall Algonquin

“Hall of the critically acclaimed Judging Amy television show is a welcome addition to today’s modern fiction writers.”

Due Considerations John Updike Ballantine

“Author Updike’s own take on books, the American libido, poker, cars, the giants of the American literary scene and other amusing topics.”

It’s a Crime Jacqueline Karey Ballantine

“A mystery reader is shocked when her husband is arrested for Wall Street type accounting fraud. As she tries to make amends, we see the strange world of excess among the modern day robber barons.”

Riding Lessons Sara Gruen Highbridge Audio

“Gruen, the author of Like Water for Elephants, only gets better in this family drama.”

Sashenka  Simon Montefiore Simon & Schuster

“During the failing days of the Tsars, a 16-year-old engages in espionage and conspiracy. Twenty years later she starts a forbidden affair that will only be revealed in Stalin’s private archives. Compelling historical fiction.”

That Summer in Sicily Marlena D. Blasi Ballantine

“Sicily is home to more than just the Mafia in this compelling love story.”

The Piano Teacher Janice W. K. Lee Viking

“A passionate double story about two affairs based in Hong Kong and frightful consequences involving an Englishman, a Eurasian socialite, and 10 years later an English newlywed who teaches piano. First-time novelist Lee is an exciting addition to modern fiction writers.”

A Quiet Adjustment Benjamin Markovits Norton

“An amazing take on society and the individual as Annabella sets her eye on Lord Byron in this fictional account. Sure to be a book club selection.”

City of God Beverly Swerling Simon & Schuster

“The amazing story of Dr. Nicholas Turner and the saga of old New York. Great fiction.”

The Fortune Teller’s Daughter Lila Shaara Ballantine

“A chance for redemption as a disgraced reporter in this compelling story as she takes a new job at a northern Florida college and begins an investigation of a world famous physicist for scientific cheating.”

Calling Mr. Lonely Hearts Laura Benedict Ballantine

“Three girls who were the closest childhood friends are now grown and one strange new man is wrecking their lives. Do they choose revenge or love?”

The Independence of Miss Mary Bennet  Colleen McCullough Simon & Schuster

“Did you love Pride and Prejudice? Then here is the Bennet sister Mary and her story. This is McCullough’s best love story since The Thornbirds.”

The Quilter’s Kitchen Jennifer Chiaverini Simon & Schuster

“Imagine being the chef at a 150-year-old quilting company from daily chores to a major kitchen renovation and holiday feasts. Chiaverini delivers another cozy story with recipes.”

Mysteries & Crime
The Messenger   Jan Burke Simon & Schuster

“Award winning author Jan Burke showcases a con artist and unbelievable powers over two centuries.”

Daemon Daniel Suarez Dutton

“All about new technology and a legendary computer game designer whose death unravels the Internet.”

The Murder Notebook Jonathan Santlofer Morrow

“For a different mystery point of view, try Santlofer’s main character, Nate Rodriguez, who is a forensic sketch artist for the police.”

Blood Trail C.J. Box Putnam

“Box proves why he is a great writer again. We loved it.”

A Visible Darkness Jonathan King Dutton

“From Philadelphia to the Everglades, this search for a killer should be nominated for awards.”

Show No Fear Perri O’Shaugh-nessy Pocket

“A daring courtroom tale that should be nominated for best book of the year.”

Local Interest
From a Standing Start Winfield Dunn Magellan Press
The Bridge Michael Glascow Morgan James
Kenneth Susan Lentz Authorhouse
Love Spot Geise & Merkle Authorhouse
Find Your Way Home Becca Stevens Abingdon
Nashville A Guide to Historic Nashville   James A. Hoobler The History Press
Nashville An American Self Portrait  John Egerton Beaten Biscuit Press
Chancellors Commodores & Coeds Bill Carey
Dynamite! Roy Neel
Reach for the Summit Pat Head Summitt
Best of the Rest
How to Build a Dinosaur Horner, Gorman Dutton
Complete Guide to Blogging  Huffington & Others Simon & Schuster
Seder Stories Nancy Rips Cumberland House
The Political Teachings of Jesus Tod Lindberg HarperCollins
A Rose by Any Name Brenner, Scanniello Algonquin
Harpoon Andrew Darby Da Capo
I Am Potential  Patrick Henry Hughes Da Capo
Chance Fortune in the Shadow Zone Shane Berryhill Starscape/TOR
Tales from the Perilous Realm J. R. R. Tolkien Houghton Mifflin/Harcourt
Method Man Greene, Atchison Grand Central Publishing
Snowfall Mitchell Smith Forge/TOR
I Am Not a Cop Richard Belzer Simon & Schuster
Homer Simpson Goes to Washington Joseph Foy University Kentucky
Simpsonology Tim Delaney Prometheus
Frogs & Toads of the Southeast Dorcas, Gibbons Georgia
The Atlas of Food Milestone, Lang University California
Savage Barbecue Andrew Warens Georgia
It Still Moves Amanda Petrusich Faber & Faber
The Very First Light  Mather, Boslough Basic Books
The Book of Martyrdom & Artifice Allen Ginsberg Da Capo
Stat-Spotting  Joel Best University California
American Thighs Jill Connor Browne Simon & Schuster
Big Bone Lick Stanley Hedeen Kentucky
Peaches & Daddy Micheal Greenburg Overlook Press
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