Spring 2009
Congratulations to our book winners!
Linda V. - The Best Belcher
Beverly W. – Thornton
Thanks for participating in our first book give-away!
We want to know what you’re reading!
Tell us about your latest read and your review might be included in an upcoming issue of Inside Thornton magazine. Send your review to thorntonbookclub@cityofthornton.net.
Ann W. is reading A Girl Named Zippy by Haven Kimmel. Ann says, “It reminds me of the way children think, it’s made me laugh out loud more than once!”
Lisa H. is reading Garrison Keillor’s latest work Liberty. “He brings the eccentricity of small town life to a vivid level. It almost makes you want to move there!”
Not sure about your next book? Here’s what America is reading:
Amazon.com’s Spotlight Title:
The Gamble, by Thomas E. Ricks
Barnes and Noble:
1. Just Take My Heart, by Mary Higgins Clark
2. Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, by Steve Harvey
3. Heart and Soul, by Maeve Binchy
4. Obama, by David Elliot Cohen
5. Breaking Dawn, by Stephenie Meyer
New York Times:
Fiction (Hardcover)
1. The Associate, by John Grisham
2. Run For Your Life, by James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge
3. Bone Crossed, by Patricia Briggs
4. The Host, by Stephenie Meyer
5. True Colors, by Kristin Hannah
Nonfiction (Hardcover)
1. The Yankee Years, by Joe Torre and Tom Verducci
2. Outliers, by Malcolm Gladwell
3. Dewey, by Vicki Myron with Bret Witter
4. A Slobbering Love Affair, by Bernard Goldberg
5. Multiple Blessings, by Jon Gosselin, Kate Gosselin and Beth Carson
Children's Books
1. Listen To The Wind: The Story Of Dr. Greg And Three Cups Of Tea,
by Greg Mortenson and Susan L. Roth
2. Gallop!, written and illustrated by Rufus Butler Seder
3. The House In The Night, by Susan Marie Swanson
4. Barack Obama: Son Of Promise, Child Of Hope, by Nikki Grimes
5. Swing!, written and illustrated by Rufus Butler Seder
The Thornton Branch Library Book Club recommends:
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer.
The Thornton Branch Library Book Club meets monthly and is open to everyone. It is called the Book and Brew Club (brew as in coffee). The group meets at the library on the second Tuesday of the month at the Thornton library, 8992 Washington Street, to discuss the current book selection and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee.
Call 303-287-2514 to register.
Book News:
Thornton Branch Library Opens Doors to Curious Minds
For the past ten years since the Thornton Branch Library has been located at 8992 Washington Street, library customers have had to use the back entrance of the building to access the library. On Monday, February 23, the original front entrance to the building will be re-opened to the public. Library customers will be greeted by staff and welcomed through the beautiful new entrance and lobby. The first 25 customers will receive carnations, and complimentary coffee and cookies will be served.
When: Monday, February 23, 9:30 a.m.
Where: Thornton Branch Library
8992 Washington Street, Thornton
For more information on area libraries go to www.rangeviewld.org.
Look for our summer book club e-newsletter coming in April! Until then, enjoy your latest read!
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