*'A Christmas Duet' by Debbie Macomber (regular type and large type)

*'Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret' by Benjamin Stevenson (third book in the Ernest Cunningham series)

New Adult Nonfiction!

*'American Heroes' by James Patterson and Matt Eversmann

*'Framed' by John Grisham and Jim McCloskey

*'English for Everyone' by DK Publishing

*'How to Winter: Harness Your Mindset to Thrive on Cold, Dark, or Difficult Days' by Kari Leibowitz, PhD

*'Sonny Boy' by Al Pacino

Check out these new titles in Large Type Fiction!

~'Miranda and the Miner' by Melody Carlson (Westward to Home, book 2)

~'One Last Shot' by Susan May Warren (Alaska Air One Rescue, book 1)

~'One Last Chance' by Susan May Warren (Alaska Air One Rescue, book 2)

~'One Last Promise' by Susan May Warren (Alaska Air One Rescue, book 3)

Thirty years ago, 18-year-old Heather Johansen mysteriously disappeared from a country road. When she was found dead in the woods four days later, nobody in the town knew why she had been killed and by whom; the killer was never captured, and the trail went cold. A few months later, Sarah Crosswhite, also eighteen, died under eerily similar circumstances. This time, a "psychopath" was apprehended and charged with both crimes, although he vehemently denied committing either.

Now decades later, Sarah's older sister Tracy has become a homicide detective, and has returned to her hometown so that she and her husband can refurbish his parents' old house. Although technically on maternity leave, Tracy is called back into service by the former Chief of Police, once retired, who has been forced back into his former position by a new murder, that of his replacement's wife.

Attorney Dan O'Leary, Tracy's husband, has returned to town as well, in connection with a Cedar Grove redevelopment plan which may be pushing an illegal agenda. Soon, their cases coincide, putting both in the path of dangerous men who have too much at stake to give up.

I could hardly put this book down, two nights in a row! It was compelling to the point of obsession, and I loved every minute! Goodreads gave it 3.8 out of 5, but I gave it a much higher score of 9/10. Dugoni has hit the bullseye! "A Cold Trail" is available at the Vinton Public Library with no waiting list at present.

~Connie

'Louder Than Hunger,' written by John Schu, is a moving novel in verse about a middle school boy named Jake. Jake shares an honest and raw outlook on his struggles with anxiety and anorexia. The only person that Jake shares a connection with is his grandma, and looks forward to their special Saturdays of music, books and theater. Jake is sent to Whispering Pines for therapy after his mother takes him to the doctor. John Schu takes us along Jake's time spent at Whispering Pines and we learn about his struggles, pain, and healing. Check this book out and you will be rooting for Jake.

~Kellie

If you love reading a great cozy mystery novel, then The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman is a must read.
Oh, how I want to meet the members of The Thursday Murder Club at Coopers Chase Retirement Village. Elizabeth, Joyce, Ibrahim, and Ron are all brilliant, charming, and hilariously witty. While they gather weekly in the Jigsaw Room to discuss cold case murders, our four friends get thrown into live action when a land developer is murdered within their peaceful community. This is a real “who murdered who” mystery with so many twists and turns it leaves you not only guessing but laughing, all the while discovering a bit more about our super sleuths’ own lives. Just like Detective Chief Inspector Chris Hudson and PC Donna De Freitas realize, one should never underestimate the elderly. Can you guess who the killer is before the truth is revealed?
~Lisa

Every time a Freida McFadden book becomes available at the library, I'm top of the list to read it! The Boyfriend was an excellent read. I kept trying to guess the ending, but as usual, I was way off. Sydney Shaw is a single, 34-year-old accountant living in New York City. She's trying to find that special someone through a dating app. After a horrible date that kept going wrong, a Mystery Man comes to Sydney's rescue, and a slow burn ensues. This new mystery man is mysterious and intriguing. But something is off with Mr. Perfect. After a close neighbor is found brutally murdered, Sydney can't help but be suspicious of everyone around her--including her dream boyfriend. 11/10 definitely recommend.

~Micah

Children's literature contains some of my favorite adventure stories; Christina Soontornvat's novel 'A Wish In The Dark' is no exception! It's a retelling of Victor Hugo's 'Les Miserables' set in Thailand. We meet Pong, born into captivity in Namwon Prison, and Nok, determined to do what's right at all costs. A Newberry Honor Book, this is the perfect book to share with the young readers in your life. The gentle tie-in to such a well known classic is also refreshing. If you enjoy this book, I would also highly recommend 'The Last Mapmaker' by the same author.

"An important book that not only shines a light but also shows young readers how to shine their own. Luminous." ~Booklist (starred review)

Happy reading!
~Kelly

VPL Note: Sally Rooney's latest novel 'Intermezzo' is currently on order and will soon be available for checkout in regular type.

Sally Rooney is the author of the novels 'Conversations with Friends,' 'Normal People,' and 'Beautiful World, Where Are You.' She was the winner of the Sunday Times/PFD Young Writer of the Year Award in 2017. 'Normal People' ('the literary phenomenon of the decade', Guardian) was the Waterstones Book of the Year Encore Award in 2017. Sally Rooney co-wrote the television adaptation of 'Normal People' which was broadcast on the BBC in 2020.

Source: www.faber.co.uk/author/sally-rooney/

The Friends of the Vinton Public Library are pleased to partner with Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics Gifts of Hope for the 2024 Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run Challenge! Register by clicking the link below; there is no charge to register. You can make an optional donation to Gifts of Hope and the Friends of the Vinton Public Library. Thank you for your support!

Gifts of Hope October Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run Challenge (runsignup.com)

To encourage a sense of community and creativity, our library is holding a community quilt project. The blocks will be assembled into a finished quilt that will be auctioned off in the Spring/Summer of 2025. The proceeds from the auction will benefit future programming at the Vinton Public Library. We hope the project appeals to beginning quilters, experienced quilters, and everyone in between. Thank you for supporting our library!

• Submit a 9 1/2" X 9 1/2" unfinished quilt block
• Fabric available at the library
• Email library@vintonia.gov with any questions
• Team of quilters helping with the project

Test your puzzle-solving skills this October at our library's escape room! Teams of 2-6 people, ages 8 and up, spend an hour trying to 'escape' by looking for clues and solving puzzles. Call 319-472-4208 to reserve your spot today!

Join us at Vinton's Celebration Park for lunch with the library staff! Bring a sack lunch and join us in the gazebo for a casual conversation about books; we’ll have a limited number of adult fiction titles available for checkout. We'll meet every Monday in September and October, beginning September 9th, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome. Scheduling subject to staff availability and the weather.

• Monday, October 28th

Our Friends of the Library are now fundraising for new mobile shelving in our Children's Library! This shelving would allow us to further grow our children's book collection and better accommodate large groups of children for our programs. Today after school, these kids helped color a poster tracking our progress toward our goal! To make a donation to the mobile shelving project, you can mail your payment to the Vinton Public Library and make your check payable to Friends of the Vinton Public Library. We appreciate your support!

This group escaped with time to spare!!! Call us today @ 319-472-4208 to sign up today!

Have you noticed the literary trend of colored book pages? Check out these titles with colorful edged pages!! 'Bloodguard' by Cecy Robson even has a floral design! Tell us what you think!

After School Bracelet fun!

Our next reading challenge for adults begins November 1st; Read Grateful! Sign up in Beanstack today, and log your reading during the month of November. Complete the challenge and earn a ticket for the chance to win a cozy-themed gift bag!

Don't miss out on your chance to go through the Escape Room! Call us today @ 319-472-4208 to schedule your slot time now until Halloween!

Our boss, Kelly Henkle, deserves flowers every day! We celebrate her today on Boss's Day! Thank you, Kelly, for all you do for the library! ~Kellie, Connie, Heather, Lisa, Rachel, and Ryan

The clock is ticking! Can you escape in time?!?! Call us @ 319-472-4208 to schedule your time slot for our Escape Room now until Halloween!!!

Halfway there! #1000booksbeforekindergarten Keep up the great work!

I'm flipping the script this Boss's Day and giving a shout out to the best library team I could ever ask for! They go the extra mile with their positivity, creativity, and customer service--thanks for making my job a pleasure!!

~Kelly

Do you have what it takes to escape? We have time slots available for the Escape Room now until Halloween! Call us today @ 319-472-4208 to reserve your spot!

Looking for a good series to carry you from Fall to Winter? Check out these mystery series that each have a newly released title!!

Well done kids!! This duo worked together and escaped! Call 319-472-4208 to reserve your spot today!

These two were up to the challenge and escaped our library escape room! Way to go!!

Looking for some family-friendly fun? Call 319-472-4208 today! We have spots in our Escape Room available through Halloween. #librarylife

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Tuesdays: 9a-8p

Wednesdays: 9a-5p

Thursdays: 9a-8p

Fridays: 7a-4p

Saturdays: 9a-Noon

Sundays: Closed

Copy services: $0.20 per black and white, $0.25 per color

Fax services: $1.00 for 1-2 pages, $2.00 for 3+ pages

Notary services: No charge, call 319-472-4208 for availability

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Email: library@vintonia.gov
Website: vinton.lib.ia.us
Location: 510 2nd Avenue, Vinton, IA, USA
Phone: (319) 472-4208
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