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  Marshall's Great Captain -...

  Kathy Wilson

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  On May 3, 1943, dozens of planes could be seen flying in and out of Royal Air Force Bovingdon Airfield. Among the aircraft seen that day was a B-24D bomber named Hot Stuff, which carried the Commanding General of US Forces in Europe, Lieutenant General Frank M. Andrews—the officer charged with formulating a plan to invade Europe. Speculation was that General George C. Marshall had called Andrews back to Washington, DC, leading many to believe that Marshall had another promotion in store for Andrews. Tragically, Andrews would never arrive. While attempting to land in Iceland, the bomber crashed into a mountain, with no survivors other than the tail gunner; Andrews's personal papers were also destroyed. 
   
   
   
  In Marshall's Great Captain, author Kathy Wilson details Andrews's extraordinary life and career. The first biography dedicated to the namesake of Joint Base Andrews, this book sheds a light on Andrews's crucial role in orchestrating US involvement in WWII, as well as the professional relationship between Andrews and Marshall. Wilson raises Andrews's legacy to its legitimate place within the annals of both air power and WWII history and posits that there is a high probability that Andrews was Marshall's first choice for the office of Supreme Allied Commander. Marshall recounted that Andrews was the only one he had a chance to prepare for such a command.

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  Shattered Justice - A Savage...

  John Philpin

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  A family's horror— one child murdered . . .another destroyed.The Crowes’ neighbors in the peaceful middle classcommunity in San Diego’s North County were shockedby the savagery of the crime—a young girl murdered,stabbed repeatedly, in her own bed in the dead of night.The lack of any evidence of forced entry led the Escondidopolice to their inevitable conclusion: someone in the familywas responsible for 12-year-old Stephanie Crowe’s slaying.The investigation quickly zeroed in on the victim’s olderbrother, Michael, and two teenage friends—three lonerswho enjoyed inhabiting dark fantasy worlds of quests andviolence. Through efficient, by-the-book police work, theboys were broken down and ultimately confessed. The onlyproblem was the detectives had gotten everything wrong . . .Shattered Justice is the riveting and disturbing trueaccount of a horrific tragedy and the terrible crimethat followed—a nightmare of four innocent livesshattered, one by a killer’s blade, three byobsession and twisted law.

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  Mainline Mama - A Memoir

  Keeonna Harris

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  A powerful exploration of self-resilience, family, and community from activist and prison abolitionist Keeonna Harris. 
  Keeonna and Jason met as young teens. Only fourteen, Keeonna had never had a boyfriend before, dreamed of attending Spelman to become an obstetrician, and thought she was “grown.” Within a year she was pregnant and Jason was in prison, convicted of a carjacking and sentenced to twenty-two years. Overnight Keeonna had become a “mainline mama,” a parent facing the task of raising a child—while still growing up herself—with an incarcerated partner.  
  In this triumphant memoir, Keeonna recalls her challenging journey as a mainline mama, from learning to overcome the exhausting difficulties of navigating the carceral system in the United States to transforming herself into an advocate for women like her—the predominantly Black and Brown women left behind to pick up the pieces of their families and fractured lives.  
  Keeonna speaks frankly about the forces that threatened to defeat her, how she learned to re - build her broken relationship with a mother who had lost trust in her, and how time eased the shame, guilt, and stigma of being a young Black teen mom with a partner behind bars. She offers inspiration and solace, showing how to create moments of beauty, humanity, and love—such as picking the perfect wedding dress for a ceremony in a state prison visiting room—in a place de - signed to break spirits.  
  Mainline Mama is about creating self-love and community—crucial acts of radical resistance against a prison industrial complex designed to dehumanize and to separate and shut away incarcerated individuals and their loved ones from the world.

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  What I Was Doing While You Were...

  Kristin Newman

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  "What I Was Doing While You Were Breeding is kind of like if Eat, Pray, Love were written by your funniest friend." —Rachel Dratch 
   
   
   
  Kristin Newman spent much of her twenties and thirties buying dresses to wear to her friends' weddings and baby showers. Not ready to settle down and in need of an escape from her fast-paced job as a sitcom writer, Kristin instead traveled the world, often alone, for several weeks each year. In addition to falling madly in love with the planet, Kristin fell for many attractive locals, men who could provide the emotional connection she wanted without costing her the freedom she desperately needed. 
   
   
   
  Kristin introduces listeners to the Israeli bartenders, Finnish poker players, sexy Bedouins, and Argentinean priests who helped her transform into "Kristin-Adjacent" on the road—a slower, softer, and, yes, sluttier version of herself at home. Equal parts laugh-out-loud storytelling, candid reflection, and wanderlust-inspiring travel tales, What I Was Doing While You Were Breeding is a compelling debut that will have listeners rushing to renew their passports.

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  The Twilight of the wild - My...

  Rusty Johnson

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  Rusty Johnson from Travel Channel's TV series HOTEL AMAZON takes readers on an immersive journey through our planet's endangered places and rapidly disappearing wilds. 
  Rusty, an adventurer, and conservationist, shares his firsthand experiences from various expeditions, highlighting the beauty and fragility of the natural world. The book delves into the diverse ecosystems that he has explored, the wildlife that inhabits them, and the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect these areas from further destruction. 
  Rusty's narrative is a tribute to the wild and a call to action. Through his vivid storytelling, readers gain an appreciation for the complexity of natural habitats and the critical importance of preserving them for future generations. The book is a poignant reminder of what is at stake if humanity fails to take decisive steps toward environmental stewardship. 
  Rusty's Learning Disabilities  
  Rusty Johnson has been open about his struggles with learning disabilities, which include dyslexia and ADD. Despite these challenges, Rusty has demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination. His learning disabilities made traditional education difficult, but they also fostered a deep sense of creativity and problem-solving skills that have been instrumental in his career as an adventurer and author. Rather than being a hindrance, these conditions fueled his passion for exploration and his ability to think outside the box. 
  By sharing his personal experiences with learning disabilities, Rusty aims to inspire others facing similar challenges. He advocates for recognizing diverse learning styles and the importance of perseverance in overcoming obstacles. His story is a testament to the idea that with determination and adaptability, individuals can achieve great success despite the hurdles they may face.

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  Guests Unexpected A Thanksgiving...

  Maude K Griffin

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  The bookshelves of American literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors.  From this continent their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure.  Among them is Maude K Griffin.

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