April Staff Picks

Juli's Pick

The Sneaker Book
By: Melissa Cardona
The sneakers you dig were previously cool. Check out the sneakers from the 70's-you'll see! My beloved 1970's Tretorns are in this book. *swoon*







Kourtney's Pick

A Thousand Splendid Suns
By: Khaled Hosseini

PS 3608 .O832 K58 2007
This book is sad and makes you appreciate what you have. It is very eye opening to the ways of another culture. All in all it is a really good book. While it is sad it makes you realize how strong people can be. I would read it again in a heartbeat.









Kristy's Pick

My Reality Check Bounced!
By: Jason Ryan Dorsey

BF 637 .S8 D625 2007
Jason Ryan Dorsey actually came and spoke on campus several years ago- he is a very motivating speaker! About this book- I can't say it any better than he does! Read it!!! "You have ambitions and abilities; it's time they produced results. You have good ideas bouncing around in your head; it's time they came to life. You know in your heart you were born to do more, be more, and experience more. But only you can make what you believe to be possible spring to life. Only you."







Alex's Pick

Buffalo Wagons
By: Elmer Kelton

NETLIBRARY AUDIOBOOKS
Juli said I couldn't pick any more Louis so I thought I'd go with this great one from Elmer Kelton. The old time Buffalo Hunters were about as tough as they come. Great story.












Grey's Pick

How to Talk to Your Animals
By: Jean Craighead George

QL 776 .G45 1985
If you ever wondered whether those barks and neighs, meows and chips, have special meaning, this is the book to make you a true believer. If you have always wanted to respond to your animal, this book will tell you how.












Cory's Pick

The Leaphorn & Chee Novels
By: Tony Hillerman

AMIND PS 3558 .I45 A6 2005
Tony Hillerman is a master of the mystery. His Navajo setting & stories keep the readers always wanting more.










Dietrich's Pick

Change We Can Believe In
By: Barack Obama

E 901.1 .O23 C456 2008
This is a good book about what Barack Obama plans to do with our country. Everyone is pretty nervous about what is going to happen, so maybe you should read this book and get an insight on what our president plans to do. We must stay positive.








Tim's Pick

Lewis and Clark for Dummies

F 592 .M42 2003
Have you ever really wondered how Lewis and Clark actually made it to the Pacific Ocean? Or is their story just a myth? This book will give you an in-depth look at who Lewis and Clark were and what really happened on their journey.

April is Fremont County Libraries month. Help us celebrate!

A Proclamation!

WHEREAS, Residents of Fremont County visit their community, public, academic and school libraries many thousands of times per month; and

WHEREAS, these library visitors check out books, tapes, videos, and other items, receive assistance, attend educational programs, and become better informed citizens; and

WHEREAS, community members volunteer countless hours of service in physical and financial support of the library; and

WHEREAS, the Fremont County Library System, the Central Wyoming College Library, community libraries and all the school libraries are vital informational, educational and cultural resources for the residents of Fremont County; and

WHEREAS, a primary goal of the Fremont County Library System is to support life long education for all.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Fremont County Commissioners the month of April 2010 to be Fremont County Libraries Month

Dated this 9th day of March, 2010.

/s/ Douglas. L. Thompson, Chairman
/s/ Pat Hickerson, Vice-Chairman
/s/ Keja Whiteman
/s/ Dennis Heckart
/s/ Dennis Christensen

[From Fremont County Commission minutes]

March Staff Pic's

Juli's Pick

A Separate Peace
By: John Knowles

PS 3561 .N68 S4 1996
Loved this book as assigned reading in high school both for its wonderful story and insight into lives impacted by WWII.













Kristy's Pick

Spring Forward: The annual madness of Daylight Saving
By: Michael Downing

HN 49 .D3 D69 2005
The author ponders the bi-annual happening: "Where we saving daylight when the sunrise was earlier or when it was later? Unclear. When had Americans started to fuss with their clocks? Also unclear. Who saved what when?" As he begins his research into this topic, he says: "The very thought of Daylight Saving Time seemed to give a lot of people a terrible headache, which made them mad, which made them more likely to get up." "It seems like such a simple gesture. Spring forward, fall back. Does anyone know what we are doing?" As for me, I seriously doubt it....

Slobo's Pick

The Story of the Olympic Games
By: John Kieran, Arthur Daley

GV 23 K5 1969
Since the Olympic Games are happening right now, this book brings a lot of interesting facts about Olympic Games, their history, traditions, gold medals, ect. Whoever enjoys sports and Olympics Games will enjoy this book as well.





Grey's Pick

Read Japanese Today
By: Len Walsh

PL 561 W2255 1969
This book will help you learn the basics of the Japanese language. Hope you enjoy it!

Cory's Pick

The Man Who Loved China
By: Simon Winchester

Q 143 .N44 W56 2008
Simon Winchester is the author of "Professor and the Madman", along with many others. A very easy read,"The Man who Loved China" is both a story about a phenomenal man and the tremendous arc of Chinese History. Highly recommended!










Dietrich's Pick

Riders of the West: Portraits and Writings from Indian Rodeo
By: Peter Iverson, Linda MacCannel, Carolyn Buffalo

AMIND E 78 .W51938 1999
This is a very interesting book and very informative about Wyoming history. Riders of the West is like the missing Chapter of the West, it goes into great detail about the Native American Rodeo. It definitely shows the roles in rodeo Native Americans posses. This book also has a lot of great real life photos.


Tim's Pick

The Motorcycle Diaries

DVD PN 1997.2 .M67 2005

This is a great movie detailing the early years of Che Guevara. A must see for those interested in history.

Febuary Staff Picks

Juli's Pick

The Pilot's Wife
By: Anita Shreve

PS 3569 .H7385 P55 1998
Tragedy. Suspense. Romance. Intrigue. Grab a pint of ice cream and enjoy this page turner that makes you wonder how well you know the people you love. Note-I read this before Oprah added it to her book club and before it was a movie.










Kristy's Pick

The Cold Dish
By: Craig Johnson

WYOMING PS 3610 .O325 C65 2005
"With lifelong friend Henry Standing Bear, Deputy Victoria Morretti, and a cast of characters tragic and humorous enough to fill in the cast emptiness of the high plains, Walt Longmire attempts to see that revenge, a dish best served cold, is never served at all." Enjoy!!

Dane's Pick

Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee
By: Dee Brown

AMIND E 81 B75 1971
This is a very depressing book from the perspectives of different Native American tribes about treatment from the U.S. Government. This book helps put in perspective the serious atrocities committed against the Native American people by our govt. and how this shaped Native Americans to what they are today. A very sad book that talks about an important time in American History. You won't be disappointed.





Alex's Pick

Breakfast of Champions
By: Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

PS 3572 .O5 1973 C.2
"A little bit 'out there', this classic from Vonnegut will freak you out(in a good way, of course), make you laugh and make you think. Good times and fun to read."











Grey's Pick

Kenya: A Visitor's Guide
By: Arnold Curtis

DT 433.52 C87 1988
Hey! Do you have plans to visit Africa? Then don't hesitate, read this book now! You will know more about the Bantu people or Kenya, their land, food they eat and many more.

Cory's Pick

Broken
By: Lisa Jones

AMIND PN 4874 .J656 A3 2009
"An honest tale about Stanford Addison, Arapaho horseman."













Dietrich's Pick

How Can One Sell the Air?
By: Chief Seattle

AMIND E 99 S85 H68 1992
If you are interested in Native American culture then you will really like this book. It is very interesting and gives readers a good understanding of what Chief Seattle's vision was. Chief Seattle had a vision of peace on earth and for everyone to live in harmony. Enjoy reading the relationship Native Americans have as humans on this earth.


Tim's Pick

The Hobbit
By: J.R Tolkien

PZ 7 T5744 HO 1966
The Hobbit is what put J.R Tolkien on the map. This story isn't so much a prequel as it is a story on its own. If you like adventure and fantasy, this is the book for you.

January Staff Picks

Juli's Pick

The Graveyard Book
By: Neil Gaiman

PZ 7 .G1273 GRA 2008
"This suspenseful novel by the author of Coraline tells the story of Nobody, Nobody Owens, or Bod for short. It's a fun and intriguing tale about a toddler who survives the slaughter of his family only to be raised in a cemetery by ghosts. Gaiman's imaginative story reminds us many things: family, trust, respect, and acceptance. Don't let the lessons spoil the fun read though! Enjoy following Bod grow up and see if you're left wanting more!"





Kristy's Pick

Knots You Need
By: Buck Tilton

WYOMING VM 533 .T55 2008
"Who knew there were so many knots?! Out of the 100's of knots that exist, this book illustrates over 100...for your tying pleasure. Enjoy!"

Alex's Pick

Breakfast of Champions
By: Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

PS 3572 .O5 1973 C.2
"A little bit 'out there', this classic from Vonnegut will freak you out(in a good way, of course), make you laugh and make you think. Good times and fun to read."










Grey's Pick

So You Want To Be President
By: Judith St. George and David Small

PZ 7 .S139 SO 2000
"If you have any dreams of becoming president, I encourage you to read this. You will read about good things and bad things about being president."

Cory's Pick

She Flies Without Wings
By: Mary D. Midkiff

SF 284.4 .M43 2001
"She Flies Without Wings captures the magical, heretofore indescribable relationship between women and horses. Enjoy!"







Slobo's Pick

The Mind of Wall Street
By: Leon Levy

HG 4910 .L463 2002
"An interesting book about Wall Street, its cooperatives and sales. If you are interested in world of business, economics and Wall Street itself, you should read this book."











Dietrich's Pick

Drinking Dry Clouds
By: Gretel Ehrlich

WYOMING PS 3555 .H72 D75 2005

"If you are interested in stories about Wyoming you will really like this book. Gretel Ehrlich really does a great job on describing Wyoming in her stories and making them very interesting and enjoyable. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a western about Wyoming, and it is a short book so you will get done with it in no time!"




Tim's Pick

The Dark, Dark Night
By: M. Christina Butler and Jane Chapman

OVERSIZE PZ 7 .B97738 DAR 2008
"This story is a thriller that will keep you guessing. You will be on the edge of your seat."

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November Staff Picks

Dane's Pick

Angels and Demons
By: Dan Brown

"This is a great book about the mythical Illuminati and a plot to destroy the Roman Catholic leadership for an age-old cendetta. Based before the The Da Vinci Code this book also starts Robert Langdon as he fantically works with CERN to find out who is behind a series of murders taking place after the Pope dies. Lots of action and just recently made into a Hollywood film starring Tom Hanks."



Dietrich's Pick

New Moon
By: Stephenie Meyer

PS 3613 .E979 N532 2006
"This is a great book for whoever enjoys a little vampire suspense. If you have read the first book or watched the movie Twilight, you will really be pleased when you read New Moon. This book has a lot of twists and turns and the author put a lot more action in it than the first book. It will really leave you hungry for the next one. I thought that there was a lot of mystery, suspense and action more than anything. The movie is about to come out on November 20, 2009 so you better hurry and read New Moon, because the books are always better than the movie!"

Alex's Pick

Michelangelo
Text By: Charles de Tolnay

ND 623 B9 D4313
"Michelangelo was a master painter and sculptor during the Renaissance. This book showcases his skills."


Jake's Pick

Death in the Afternoon
By: Ernest Hemingway

GV 1107 H48 1960
"This is one of only four works of nonfiction written by Nobel Laureate Ernest Hemingway, and is certainly worth taking a look at by anyone who enjoys the author's other works. The classic sparseness of language but bounty of meaning so endemic to Hemingway's work is present in full force and serves to illustrate the tradition of Spanish bullfighting, already a dying art upon the book's publication in 1932. In addition to a surprisingly detailed description of the intricacies necessary to the fight, this work examines the more philosophical question that arise when on person willingly risks their life in an unnecessary display of courage."

Cory's Pick

Image Makers, Image Takers
By: Thames & Hudson

TR 139 .J34 2007
"We see thousands of images every day. What did those photographers bring to the process? What did they want us to see? to feel? An interesting explanation with amazing images."






Carlie’s Pick

The Count of Monte Cristo
By: Alexandre Dumas

PQ 2226 E5 1946
"A long tale of revenge, Edmond Dantes searches the three people who made him suffer at the CHateau d 'If for over 15 years and seeks to destroy their successes, marriages, and families. In the end...I won't spoil the end, but don't watch the movie, read the book."









Slobo's Pick

Unity or Separation
Edited By: Daniel Kempton and Terry Clark

JN 6693.5 .S8 U55 2002
"Really good book about the Soviet Union, it's separation and the reasons that caused it."