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What we loved in 2022: Nonfiction

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Here are a few titles, some brand new and some older, that staff enjoyed this last year.

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16 items

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How to Be Perfect

How to Be Perfect

The Correct Answer to Every Moral Question

by Schur, Michael, 1975-

Book - 2022

Michael Schur is the creator of The Good Place T.V. show. For anyone who got interested in philosophy from watching the series this book is not only info...Show more Michael Schur is the creator of The Good Place T.V. show. For anyone who got interested in philosophy from watching the series this book is not only informative, but it's also entertaining, if you listen to the audiobook it is narrated by Michael Schur and other cast members. ~Beth Show less

Michael Schur is the creator of The Good Place T.V. show. For anyone who got interested in philosophy from watching the series this book is not only info...Show more Michael Schur is the creator of The Good Place T.V. show. For anyone who got interested in philosophy from watching the series this book is not only informative, but it's also entertaining, if you listen to the audiobook it is narrated by Michael Schur and other cast members. ~Beth Show less

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Work Won't Love You Back

Work Won't Love You Back

How Devotion to Our Jobs Keeps Us Exploited, Exhausted, and Alone

by Jaffe, Sarah, 1980-

Book - 2021

Jaffe explores modern issues of labor through interviews and in-depth storytelling with workers in historically feminized and racialized fields, often lef...Show more Jaffe explores modern issues of labor through interviews and in-depth storytelling with workers in historically feminized and racialized fields, often left behind by the labor movement. By the end of each chapter, I felt like I intimately knew and wanted to fight alongside the people at the center of this book! ~Cassandra Show less

Jaffe explores modern issues of labor through interviews and in-depth storytelling with workers in historically feminized and racialized fields, often lef...Show more Jaffe explores modern issues of labor through interviews and in-depth storytelling with workers in historically feminized and racialized fields, often left behind by the labor movement. By the end of each chapter, I felt like I intimately knew and wanted to fight alongside the people at the center of this book! ~Cassandra Show less

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A Memoir

by Porter, Billy

Book - 2021

This excellent autobiography is a must-listen. Narrated (and sung) by Porter, this memoir is a raw and powerful sharing of his life story that he firmly roots and connects to community, social politics and Broadway dramas of the time. ~Cassandra This excellent autobiography is a must-listen. Narrated (and sung) by Porter, this memoir is a raw and powerful sharing of his life story that he firmly roots and connects to community, social politics and Broadway dramas of the time. ~Cassandra Show less

This excellent autobiography is a must-listen. Narrated (and sung) by Porter, this memoir is a raw and powerful sharing of his life story that he firmly roots and connects to community, social politics and Broadway dramas of the time. ~Cassandra This excellent autobiography is a must-listen. Narrated (and sung) by Porter, this memoir is a raw and powerful sharing of his life story that he firmly roots and connects to community, social politics and Broadway dramas of the time. ~Cassandra Show less

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Ducks

Ducks

Two Years in the Oil Sands

by Beaton, Kate, 1983-

Graphic Novel - 2022

A graphic novel that tells stories of class and sexism in the Canada oil fields ~Amelia A graphic novel that tells stories of class and sexism in the Canada oil fields ~Amelia Show less

A graphic novel that tells stories of class and sexism in the Canada oil fields ~Amelia A graphic novel that tells stories of class and sexism in the Canada oil fields ~Amelia Show less

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How to Catch A Mole

How to Catch A Mole

Wisdom From A Life Lived in Nature

by Hamer, Marc

Book - 2019

No doubt, an odd title, but a wonderful book all the same. A gardener looks back on his life, nature, and his experience catching moles. It's a quick read...Show more No doubt, an odd title, but a wonderful book all the same. A gardener looks back on his life, nature, and his experience catching moles. It's a quick read and would appeal to people who enjoy gardening or nature writing. I'm really looking forward to reading his other book Seed to Dust. ~Dan Show less

No doubt, an odd title, but a wonderful book all the same. A gardener looks back on his life, nature, and his experience catching moles. It's a quick read...Show more No doubt, an odd title, but a wonderful book all the same. A gardener looks back on his life, nature, and his experience catching moles. It's a quick read and would appeal to people who enjoy gardening or nature writing. I'm really looking forward to reading his other book Seed to Dust. ~Dan Show less

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Funny Farm

Funny Farm

My Unexpected Life With 600 Rescue Animals

by Zaleski, Laurie

Book - 2021

Favorite memoir. I checked this out after reading a review and was pulled right in by the author’s story of struggling to fulfill her mother’s dream of running an animal rescue operation. ~Andrea Favorite memoir. I checked this out after reading a review and was pulled right in by the author’s story of struggling to fulfill her mother’s dream of running an animal rescue operation. ~Andrea Show less

Favorite memoir. I checked this out after reading a review and was pulled right in by the author’s story of struggling to fulfill her mother’s dream of running an animal rescue operation. ~Andrea Favorite memoir. I checked this out after reading a review and was pulled right in by the author’s story of struggling to fulfill her mother’s dream of running an animal rescue operation. ~Andrea Show less

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Dilla Time

Dilla Time

The Life and Afterlife of J Dilla, the Hip-hop Producer Who Reinvented Rhythm

by Charnas, Dan

Book - 2022

Jesse recommends this one. Jesse recommends this one. Show less

Jesse recommends this one. Jesse recommends this one. Show less

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South to America

South to America

A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of A Nation

by Perry, Imani, 1972-

Book - 2022

Imani Perry's NF book, South to America is a deep look into a dozen southern cities that corrected many stereotyped ideas of “the south” and helped me und...Show more Imani Perry's NF book, South to America is a deep look into a dozen southern cities that corrected many stereotyped ideas of “the south” and helped me understand the central importance of that region’s history to our national narrative. The author’s raised-in-the-South “voice” communicates the hard truths and emerging possibilities with authenticity and tender regard. I'm ready to road trip to learn even more. ~Jo Clare Show less

Imani Perry's NF book, South to America is a deep look into a dozen southern cities that corrected many stereotyped ideas of “the south” and helped me und...Show more Imani Perry's NF book, South to America is a deep look into a dozen southern cities that corrected many stereotyped ideas of “the south” and helped me understand the central importance of that region’s history to our national narrative. The author’s raised-in-the-South “voice” communicates the hard truths and emerging possibilities with authenticity and tender regard. I'm ready to road trip to learn even more. ~Jo Clare Show less

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Did Ye Hear Mammy Died?

Did Ye Hear Mammy Died?

A Memoir

by O'Reilly, Séamas

Book - 2022

One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna Show less

One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna Show less

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Unmasking Autism

Unmasking Autism

Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity

by Price, Devon

Book - 2022

Unmasking Autism is aimed at helping autistic individuals find tools to live authentically rather than pretending to be neurotypical to 'fit in' better. ...Show more Unmasking Autism is aimed at helping autistic individuals find tools to live authentically rather than pretending to be neurotypical to 'fit in' better. Written by an autistic professor who included a lot of personal experience and the experiences of other autistic people, with a big focus on intersectionality. ~Emma Show less

Unmasking Autism is aimed at helping autistic individuals find tools to live authentically rather than pretending to be neurotypical to 'fit in' better. ...Show more Unmasking Autism is aimed at helping autistic individuals find tools to live authentically rather than pretending to be neurotypical to 'fit in' better. Written by an autistic professor who included a lot of personal experience and the experiences of other autistic people, with a big focus on intersectionality. ~Emma Show less

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World Enough & Time

World Enough & Time

On Creativity and Slowing Down

by McEwen, Christian, 1956-

Book - 2011

This book was a bit of a tonic and an escape from our fast-paced ever-in-a-hurry world. Perfect for poets or anyone wanting to explore creativity in a different way. Savor this read slowly! ~Dan This book was a bit of a tonic and an escape from our fast-paced ever-in-a-hurry world. Perfect for poets or anyone wanting to explore creativity in a different way. Savor this read slowly! ~Dan Show less

This book was a bit of a tonic and an escape from our fast-paced ever-in-a-hurry world. Perfect for poets or anyone wanting to explore creativity in a different way. Savor this read slowly! ~Dan This book was a bit of a tonic and an escape from our fast-paced ever-in-a-hurry world. Perfect for poets or anyone wanting to explore creativity in a different way. Savor this read slowly! ~Dan Show less

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What My Bones Know

What My Bones Know

A Memoir of Healing From Complex Trauma

by Foo, Stephanie

Book - 2022

deeply impactful ~Gail deeply impactful ~Gail Show less

deeply impactful ~Gail deeply impactful ~Gail Show less

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An Immense World

An Immense World

How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us

by Yong, Ed

Book - 2022

Yong is a brilliant science writer. (He has done amazing work during the pandemic for The Atlantic--won the Pulitzer!) His style is deeply informative but...Show more Yong is a brilliant science writer. (He has done amazing work during the pandemic for The Atlantic--won the Pulitzer!) His style is deeply informative but also funny and relatable. The book is a journey into animal perception and a reminder that there are limits to what humans perceive. It raises questions about how we can coexist peacefully and sustainably in a world with creatures who can sense things we cannot. ~Robin Show less

Yong is a brilliant science writer. (He has done amazing work during the pandemic for The Atlantic--won the Pulitzer!) His style is deeply informative but...Show more Yong is a brilliant science writer. (He has done amazing work during the pandemic for The Atlantic--won the Pulitzer!) His style is deeply informative but also funny and relatable. The book is a journey into animal perception and a reminder that there are limits to what humans perceive. It raises questions about how we can coexist peacefully and sustainably in a world with creatures who can sense things we cannot. ~Robin Show less

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Customs

Customs

Poems

by Sharif, Solmaz

Book - 2022

Stark poetry that looks at how nations/languages impact identity ~Amelia Stark poetry that looks at how nations/languages impact identity ~Amelia Show less

Stark poetry that looks at how nations/languages impact identity ~Amelia Stark poetry that looks at how nations/languages impact identity ~Amelia Show less

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Flyover Country

Flyover Country

Poems

by Smith, Austin, 1982-

Book - 2018

This book of poems beautifully captures the Midwest with themes ranging from Wisconsin taverns to nighttime barnyard moments to a coffin disassembling itself. This book would appeal to readers who enjoy the poetry of Ted Kooser or Jim Harrison. ~Dan This book of poems beautifully captures the Midwest with themes ranging from Wisconsin taverns to nighttime barnyard moments to a coffin disassembling itself. This book would appeal to readers who enjoy the poetry of Ted Kooser or Jim Harrison. ~Dan Show less

This book of poems beautifully captures the Midwest with themes ranging from Wisconsin taverns to nighttime barnyard moments to a coffin disassembling itself. This book would appeal to readers who enjoy the poetry of Ted Kooser or Jim Harrison. ~Dan This book of poems beautifully captures the Midwest with themes ranging from Wisconsin taverns to nighttime barnyard moments to a coffin disassembling itself. This book would appeal to readers who enjoy the poetry of Ted Kooser or Jim Harrison. ~Dan Show less

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How to Read Now

How to Read Now

Essays

by Castillo, Elaine

Book - 2022

deeply impactful ~Gail deeply impactful ~Gail Show less

deeply impactful ~Gail deeply impactful ~Gail Show less

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