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Fiction

Miss Benson’s Beetle

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A “sparkling” New York Times bestseller (Publishers Weekly starred review) from the author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry: In 1950, two British women embark on a life-changing scientific expedition. “Sweet, witty, poignant, filled with intrigue and unlikely friendship… I loved it” (Lisa Wingate).

Bestsellers

A Walk on the Beach

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An international bestseller: When Joan Anderson traveled to Cape Cod for a year of solitude, she met vivacious Joan Erikson — and found extraordinary friendship, boundless wisdom, and a fresh perspective on life. “Every encounter with [Erikson] is as much a treat as it was for Anderson” (Publishers Weekly).

20th Century

The Chip

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How did two brilliant engineers make the breakthrough that led to a digital revolution? This fascinating dual biography tells the story of Jack Kilby, Robert Noyce, and the invention of the microchip. “Topical material, smartly presented” (Kirkus Reviews starred review).

20th Century

Shuttle, Houston

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From the longest-serving Flight Director in NASA’s history comes a revealing account of high-stakes Mission Control work and the Space…

20th Century

18 Tiny Deaths

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“Eye-opening… Genuinely compelling”(Kirkus Reviews): After becoming fascinated with the investigation of violent crimes, 19th-century socialite Frances Glessner Lee went on to become the mother of modern forensics. “Devotees of TV’s CSI will have their minds blown” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

Bestsellers

Hidden Valley Road

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This #1 New York Times bestseller and Oprah’s Book Club selection tells the remarkable true story of the Galvins, a mid-century American family with 10 sons — six of whom were diagnosed with schizophrenia. “A stunning, riveting chronicle” (Booklist) with nearly 30,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.