Propaganda Girls: The Secret War of the Women in the OSS by Lisa Rogak

Propaganda Girls: The Secret War of the Women in the OSS by Lisa Rogak Wow what a great bit of history of four amazing women who did their best to fight in the war. Their weapons of choice was words and stories in a spin to make the enemies think a different way. It's worth the read.

American Spirits: The Famous Fox Sisters and the Mysterious Fad that Haunted a Nation by Barb Rosenstock

American Spirits: The Famous Fox Sisters and the Mysterious Fad that Haunted a Nation by Barb Rosenstock Oh the drama in real life. Go back in time when communing with ghosts was a big deal. Think WInchestor Mystery House, Okay, I'm from the San Jose area. So these sisters gain fame or notariety of communing with ghosts. But are they really? Read their story and find out the real deal.

The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris by Evie Woods

The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris by Evie Woods is my new favorite book that takes place in France. It is truly a great story. A young woman moves to another country with a new culture and language to find herself. She makes friends, hot chocolate and falls in love to later feel betrayed. She becomes a connector to bringing people and history together over French pastries. And then there is the ghost. It's an excellent story. Enjoy.

Faith: A Journey For All by Jimmy Carter

Faith: A Journey For All by Jimmy Carter I've always liked Jimmy Carter. He has made a positive difference in the world, even though things didn't go so well when he was president in some regards but yet was successful in other presidential acts. He was a good man and I enjoyed listening to his audiobook.

A Full Life: Reflections at Ninety by Jimmy Carter

A Full Life: Reflections at Ninety by Jimmy Carter If you want to learn more about modern American history, might as well get it from a former president. Learn about Jimmy Carter's life as a young lad to a man in his 90s. It's a good read/listen to. Enjoy.

Secrets of the Nile #1 What the River Knows by Isabel Ibañez

Secrets of the Nile #1 What the River Knows by Isabel Ibañez Wow! What a great story! A young girl sneaks out and leaves her home in South America to go to Egypt for the first time to find out what happend to her parents and meet with ehr uncle. She doesn't know if she can trust her uncle and his handsome dashing young assistant. Great read for High School libraries. Enjoy.

An Hour Before Daylight: Memories of a Rural Boyhood by Jimmy Carter

An Hour Before Daylight: Memories of a Rural Boyhood by Jimmy Carter A beautiful book of Jimmy Carter's family history. The background and foundtion of how he came to be. His family, friends and the love of his life. A good book to enjoy about a great man who was very humble.

Black Birds in the Sky: The Story and Legacy of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre by Brandy Colbert

Black Birds in the Sky: The Story and Legacy of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre by Brandy Colbert Trajedy in history, cost so many people their lives because of racial terrorism and jealousy. Go back in time on this well researched book and discover a history that has finally come to light to the rest of the world. Yes, add this to all high school libraries.

Erasing History: How Fascists Rewrite the Past to Control the Future by Jason F. Stanley

Erasing History: How Fascists Rewrite the Past to Control the Future by Jason F. Stanley Wow!f we are living this change in the US Government right now. This is worth reading no matter what side of the fence you are in on politics.

Everything We Never Had by Randy Ribay

Everything We Never Had by Randy Ribay I grew up close to Watsonville and learned a few things about the history of Watsonville. It's a good story, very touching. Add this one to your high school library.

Displacement by Kiku Hughes

Displacement by Kiku Hughes is a great book. Also literally compares to events happening now politically. So a little bit political but not really but in a good way. Some MAGAS problaby won't like it. I love it. It is an important read. Add this to your school library. It is important because of what happened during WWII when the Japanese descent were put in horrible internment camps. Add this to your library. Seriously. It's good.

The Genius of Judy: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us by Rachelle Bergstein

The Genius of Judy: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us by Rachelle Bergstein Judy wrote books that were authentic and popular for teens and for adults. Sexual situations appropriate for children's readings has caused controversy and good for her to write books that teens want to or need to read. She also wrote for adults as well, reflecting on times and the changing of women's roles over the 50's, 60's, 70's and 80s. A good book to read.

Lord Edgington Investigates #11 A Killer in the Wings by Benedict Brown

A Killer in the Wings by Benedict Brown This is a good series. Have fun going to historic England with a grandfather who loves good food and cars and solving murder mysteries as he teaches his grandson the art of being a detective. This would make a great PBS series. BBC are you listening?

It Happened in Salem by Jonah Winter , Brad Holland (illustrator)

It Happened in Salem by Jonah Winter , Brad Holland (illustrator) a older picture book for readers, it goes back to historic times of the Salem Witch Trial but the scarry thing is that it could happen now and looking back at history has happened as well. Add this one to your school libraries.

The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry

The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry Beautifully written. I wanted to travel to all the places the author described. The characters are fantastic and the plot well crafted. I highly recommend this as an adult read. Enjoy.

Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection by John Green

Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection by John Green The audiobook was read by the author. I highly recommend this book. Maybe not for high school libraries unless there is research on disease or a ROP nursing program. Very informative. I learned a lot. Glad the book was written.

Game of Freedom: Mestre Bimba and the Art of Capoeira by Duncan Tonatiuh

Game of Freedom: Mestre Bimba and the Art of Capoeira by Duncan Tonatiuh is a beautiful picture book that tells the story of a sport and the man who really made it popular. The illustrations are a tribute to the culture of the illustrator. This is a book to add to any school level library, including high school. It's a good read with solid information and amazing graphics.

Funny Bones: Posada and His Day of the Dead Calaveras by Duncan Tonatiuh

Funny Bones: Posada and His Day of the Dead Calaveras by Duncan Tonatiuh Is a picture book that gives us the backstory of Jose G. Posada. It explains the how and why he drew the scenes staring skeletons as political and social commentaries of life in Mexico. A good book to add to any school library.

Let Liberty Rise!: How America’s Schoolchildren Helped Save the Statue of Liberty by Chana Stiefel , Chuck Groenink (Illustrator

Let Liberty Rise!: How America’s Schoolchildren Helped Save the Statue of Liberty by Chana Stiefel , Chuck Groenink (Illustrator is a great picture book to add to any school library. The story is told summed up with great illustrations. I learned something about history. A good read.

On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century by Timothy Snyder

On Tyranny I wish everyone could read this book. Our country is in big trouble and it would help to see what a group of dangerous people are up to.