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The American Libraries collection includes material contributed from across the United States. Institutions range from the Library of Congress to many local public libraries. As a whole, this collection of material brings holdings that cover many facets of American life and scholarship into the public domain. Significant portions of this collection have been generously sponsored by Microsoft, Yahoo!, The Sloan Foundation, and others.

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"I heard you paint houses" : Frank "the Irishman" Sheeran and the inside story of the Mafia, the Teamsters, and the last ride of Jimmy Hoffa
by Brandt, Charles
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 292-293)
Topics: Hoffa, James R. (James Riddle), 1913-, Sheeran, Frank, Gangsters, Mafia, Teamsters
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"I'm not good enough"-- and other lies women tell themselves
by Sharon Jaynes
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Topics: Women -- Religious aspects -- Christianity, Self-perception -- Religious aspects -- Christianity,...
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"Why are all the Black kids sitting together in the cafeteria?" : and other conversations about race
by Tatum, Beverly Daniel
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"Revised with a new introduction by the author"--Cover
Topics: African Americans, Whites, African American children, African American youth, Whites, Race...
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'Salem's lot
by Stephen King
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Topics: Reading Level-Grade 9, Reading Level-Grade 10, Reading Level-Grade 11, Reading Level-Grade 12
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'Tis herself : a memoir
by O'Hara, Maureen, 1920-; Nicoletti, John, 1962-
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Topics: O'Hara, Maureen, 1920-, Motion picture actors and actresses
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'Twas the night before Thanksgiving
by Pilkey, Dav, 1966-
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School children on a field trip to Mack Nugget's farm save the lives of eight turkeys in this poem based on The Night Before Christmas. The incomparable Dav Pilkey adapts Clement Moore's classic Christmas poem to tell his wacky Thanksgiving tale. The day before Thanksgiving, eight boys and girls take a field trip to a turkey farm. They have fun playing with eight exuberant turkeys but are shocked to learn that Farmer Mack Nuggett plans to kill all the turkeys for Thanksgiving dinners. So the...
Topics: Turkeys, Thanksgiving Day, Stories in rhyme, Turkeys, Thanksgiving Day
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1 is one
by Tudor, Tasha
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Hare, W. Tasha Tudor
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1, 2, 3 to the zoo : a counting book
by Carle, Eric
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On board pages
Topics: Counting, Fiction, Zoo animals
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1,296 ACT practice questions
by Hendrix, Melissa; Princeton Review (Firm)
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At head of title: The Princeton Review
Topics: ACT Assessment, Universities and colleges, Achievement tests, Achievement tests, ACT Assessment,...
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1-2-3 magic
by Thomas W. Phelan
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Topics: Discipline of children., Child rearing.
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100 malicious little mysteries
by Asimov, Isaac, 1920-1992; Greenberg, Martin Harry; Olander, Joseph D
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Author's includeLew Gillis, Isaac Asimov, Carroll Mayers, Francis Nevins, and many, many more
Topic: Detective and mystery stories, American
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101 businesses you can start with less than one thousand dollars : for stay-at-home moms and dads
by Shepherd, Heather Lee
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Topics: New business enterprises, Small business, Stay-at-home mothers, Stay-at-home fathers,...
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101 Questions to Ask Before You Get Engaged (Wright, H. Norman & Gary J. Oliver)
by H. Norman Wright
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Topics: Mate selection, Religion - Marriage & Family, Love / Sex / Marriage, Christian Life, Religion,...
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2001, a space odyssey
by Clarke, Arthur C. (Arthur Charles), 1917-2008; Kubrick, Stanley
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The classic science fiction novel that changed the way we looked at the stars and ourselves. From the savannas of Africa at the dawn of mankind to the rings of Saturn as man ventures to the outer rim of our solar system, 2001: A Space Odyssey is a journey unlike any other. This allegory about humanity's exploration of the universe and the universe's reaction to humanity was the basis for director Stanley Kubrick's immortal film, and lives on as a landmark achievement in storytelling. - Back...
Topics: Computers, Space vehicles, Human-computer interaction, Computers, Human-computer interaction, Space...
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2010 : odyssey two
by Clarke, Arthur C. (Arthur Charles), 1917-2008
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21: bringing down the house : the inside story of six MIT students who took Vegas for millions
by Mezrich, Ben, 1970-
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Film tie-in ed
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3 brides for 3 bad boys
by Monroe, Lucy, 1967-
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A deal is a deal -- Carter's story -- Colton's story
Topics: Fiction / Romance / Contemporary, Romance - Contemporary, Fiction, Romance: Modern, Couples,...
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3,2,1...married!
by Sala, Sharon; Ferrarella, Marie; Barton, Beverly
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Contents: Miracle bride/Sharon Sala - The single Daddy club/Marie Ferrarella - Getting personal/Beverly Barton
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30 days to understanding the Bible
by Anders, Max E., 1947-
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Topic: Bible
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5 ways to know about you
by Gravelle, Karen; Blasutta, Mary Lynn, ill
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 147-150) and index
Topics: Horoscopes, Astrology, Numerology, Palmistry, Graphology, Horoscopes, Astrology, Numerology,...
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50 successful Harvard application essays : what worked for them can help you get into the college of your choice
by The Harvard Crimson
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Topics: Harvard University, College applications, Exposition (Rhetoric)
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50 ways to improve women's lives : the essential women's guide for achieving equality, health, and success
by National Council of Women's Organizations
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 157-167)
Topics: Women, Women, Women's rights, Feminism, Social action
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501 Spanish verbs fully conjugated in all the tenses in a new easy to learn format / alphabetically arranged by Christopher Kendris
by Kendris, Christopher
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"Two new features added for travelers in Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries and regions of the world."
Topic: Spanish language
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501st
by Traviss, Karen, author
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"The Jedi have been decimated in the Great Purge, and the Republic has fallen. Now the former Republic Commandos--the galaxy's finest special forces troops, cloned from Jango Fett--find themselves on opposing sides and in very different armor. Some have deserted and fled to Mandalone with the mercenaries, renegade clone troopers, and rogue Jedi who make up Kal Skirata's ragtag resistance to Imperial occupation. Others--including men from Delta and Omega squads--now serve as Imperial...
Topics: Literature & Fiction -- Genre Fiction -- Movie Tie-Ins, Science Fiction & Fantasy --...
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[Areios Poter kai he tou philosophos lithos]
by Rowling, J. K; Wilson, Andrew
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Origianlly published: London : Bloomsbury Pub., 1997, under title: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's stone
Topics: Wizards, Magic, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (Imaginary place), Schools, Wizards,...
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[Days with Frog and Toad]
by Lobel, Arnold
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Translation of: Days with Frog and Toad
Topics: Frogs -- Fiction., Toads -- Fiction., Friendship -- Fiction., Frogs, Toads, Friendship
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A baby changes everything
by Ferrarella, Marie
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Includes bonus material: Behind the scenes; The writing life ; excerpt from: In the arms of the law, by Peggy Moreland
Topics: Romance - General, Fiction / General, General, Fiction - Romance, Fiction, Ranchers, Ranch life,...
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A baby under the tree
by Duarte, Judy
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"Dear Santa, It's me, Jillian Wilkes. I just did something totally out of character: I spent the most glorious night of my life with a stranger named Shane Hollister. Fast-forward three weeks. The sexy cowboy with the sweet smile left me with an incredible, life-changing gift ... Hey, Santa, Houston ex-cop Shane Hollister here. I'm still reeling from the news: I'm going to be a father! Ever since Jillian delivered her bombshell, I've made up my mind to really get to know the Texas blonde....
Topics: Infants, Cowboys, Man-woman relationships
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A bear called Paddington
by Bond, Michael; Fortnum, Peggy, ill
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"An Amanda Lion."
Topics: Bears, Humorous stories
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A Betty Neels Christmas
by Neels, Betty; Neels, Betty. Christmas proposal; Neels, Betty. Winter wedding
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A Christmas proposal -- Winter wedding
Topics: Christmas stories, Romance
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A billionaire and a baby
by Ferrarella, Marie
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Topics: Romance, Fiction, Fiction - Romance, Romance: Modern, Romance - Adult, Fiction / Romance / Adult,...
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A bottle in the Gaza Sea
by Valérie Zenatti
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Topics: Arab-Israeli conflict -- Juvenile fiction, Arab-Israeli conflict -- Fiction, Toleration -- Fiction,...
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A boy no more
by Mazer, Harry
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"Literature Circle Edition -- This special edition includes questions and activities to inspire discussion and enhance your reading"--P. [4] of cover
Topics: Manzanar War Relocation Center, World War, 1939-1945, World War, 1939-1945, Japanese Americans
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A bridge to the stars
by Mankell, Henning, 1948-2015; Thompson, Laurie, 1938-
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Originally published: London : Andersen Press, 2005
Topics: Children's Books -- Literature, Children's Books -- People & Places -- Boys & Men --...
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A brig of war
by Woodman, Richard, 1944-
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Topic: Drinkwater, Nathaniel (Fictitious character)
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A canticle for Leibowitz
by Miller, Walter M., 1923-1996
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"This edition contains the complete text of the original paperback edition"--T.p. verso
Topics: Cultural Literacy and Humanities, Reading Level-Grade 7, Reading Level-Grade 8, Reading Level-Grade...
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A Caribbean mystery
by Christie, Agatha, 1890-1976
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"Would you like to see a picture of a murderer?" So asks a stranger of Miss Jane Marple while she is vacationing on luxurious St. Honore. Before she has a chance to answer, the mystery man vanishes, only to be found dead the following day. Now Miss Marple is asking the questions: What happened to the curious photo: Why is the hotelier prone to nightmares? Why doesn't the most-talked-about guest, a reclusive millionaire, ever leave his room? Any why is Miss Marple fearing for her own...
Topics: Marple, Jane (Fictitious character), Women detectives, Detective and mystery stories
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A cheese-colored camper
by Stilton, Geronimo
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RL3
Topics: Stilton, Geronimo, Mice, Voyages and travels, Grandfathers, Journalists, Mice, Journalists,...
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A child for Christmas
by Leigh, Allison
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Topics: Romance, Fiction - Romance, Fiction, Romance - General, Non-Classifiable, Romance - Contemporary,...
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A Christmas ball
by Ashley, Jennifer; Ashley, Jennifer; Bryan, Emily; Johnson, Alissa
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Escape to Regency London this holiday season! At one spectacular ball in the height of the holiday season, three couples find the greatest gift of all: their perfect match
Topic: Christmas stories
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A Christmas carol : in prose, being a ghost story of Christmas
by Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870; Downer, Maggie, illustrator
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Miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is made to repent of his greedy ways by the timely intervention of the ghost of his dead partner, Jacob Marley, and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Future
Topics: Scrooge, Ebenezer (Fictitious character), Christmas, Ghosts
Source: inlibrary
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A Christmas wedding wager
by Styles, Michelle
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"Victorian"--Spine
Topics: Single women, Businessmen
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A color of his own
by Lionni, Leo, 1910-1999
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Cover title
Topics: Color, Chameleons, Color, Chameleons
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A Complaint Is a Gift [electronic resource]
by Barlow, Janelle (Janelle Barlow)
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Topics: Berrett Koehler, business, Business, Nonfiction
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A cook's tour : in search of the perfect meal
by Bourdain, Anthony
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"Published ... by arrangement with Bloomsbury USA"--T.p. verso
Topics: Cooking, Food, Large type books
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A countess by Christmas
by Burrows, Annie
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U.S. Deputy Marshal Gideon Fox's first glimpse of the ravishing beauty was like a mystical vision. But when Lorelei Russell identified herself, the lawman in Gideon kicked in--this woman was wanted for murder! He'd have to tame his fierce attraction until justice could be served. For her part, Lori couldn't believe the injustice of it all. Falsely accused, apprehended by a hard-hearted marshal and, the most unfair part--how her body rebelled every time Gideon was near, making resistance to her...
Topics: Christmas stories, Man-woman relationships
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A darker justice
by Bissell, Sallie
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"For Assistant District Attorney Mary Crow, the misty mountains of Little Jump Off, North Carolina, still echo with secrets hidden in shallow graves. Now, at the request of the FBI, she is called back from Atlanta to her childhood home for a matter both professional ...and deeply personal."--Jacket
Topics: Women, Judges, Public prosecutors, Wilderness areas, Women lawyers
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A day in the life of a child care worker
by Adamson, Heather, 1974-
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 23) and index
Topics: Careers, Juvenile Nonfiction, Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction, Child care, Child care workers,...
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A day no pigs would die
by Robert Newton Peck
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Topics: Farm life -- Vermont -- Juvenile fiction., Fathers and sons -- Juvenile fiction., Swine -- Juvenile...
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A deadly shade of gold
by MacDonald, John D. (John Dann), 1916-1986
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"A Fawcett Gold Medal book."
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A deepness in the sky
by Vinge, Vernor
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"A Tom Doherty Associates book."
Topics: Cultural Literacy and Humanities, Reading Level-Adult
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A dictionary of surnames
by Hanks, Patrick; Hodges, Flavia
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Includes index
Topics: Names, Personal -- Dictionaries, Names, Personal
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A discovery of witches
by Deborah E. Harkness
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A family apart
by Nixon, Joan Lowery
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"A Bantam Starfire book."
Topics: Foster home care, Brothers and sisters, Foster home care, Foster home care, Brothers and sisters,...
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A family for keeps
by Gordon, Lucy
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A family for summer [text (large print)]
by Richer, Lois
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Includes discussion questions
Topics: Uncles, Nurses, Orphans, Twins
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A family to share
by James, Arlene
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Topics: Single parents, Fathers and daughters, Grief in children
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A fatal inversion
by Vine, Barbara, 1930-
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The second novel by Ruth Rendell writing as Barbara Vine is the story of the discovery of human bones buried in an animal cemetery and its lethal ramifications. With consummate skill, the mystery is unraveled, keeping the reader guessing about the killers' and the victims' identities
Topic: Detective and mystery stories
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A feast for crows
by Martin, George R. R
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"A Bantam Spectra book"--T.p. verso
Topics: Seven Kingdoms (Imaginary place), Fantasy fiction
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A fire upon the deep
by Vinge, Vernor
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A Tor book
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A Fortune's children Christmas
by Jackson, Lisa; Boswell, Barbara; Turner, Linda
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Christmas stories with the three wealthy and powerful Fortune brothers, and the women that will change their lives
Topics: Christmas stories, Family
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A fraction of the whole
by Toltz, Steve, 1972-
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Topics: Fathers and sons, Families
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A garden in the rain
by Kurland, Lynn; Copyright Paperback Collection (Library of Congress) DLC
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Topics: McLeod family, Time travel
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A gentle feuding
by Lindsey, Johanna
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A gentleman always remembers
by Camp, Candace
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Includes excerpts from: An affair without end, and, A lady never tells
Topics: Americans, Widows, Upper class, Widows, Sisters, Americans, Upper class, Americans, Manners and...
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A gentleman of substance
by Hale, Deborah
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Topics: Non-Classifiable, Romance - General, Romance - Historical, Fiction - Romance, Fiction
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A ghost in the window
by Wright, Betty Ren
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"An Apple paperback."
Topics: Dreams, Extrasensory perception, Dreams, Extrasensory perception, Dreams, Extrasensory perception
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A gift of wings
by Bach, Richard
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Reprint. Originally published: New York : Delacourte Press, 1974
Topics: Bach, Richard, Air pilots
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A gift to last
by Macomber, Debbie
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Can this be Christmas?; Shirley, Goodness and Mercy
Topics: Romance - Contemporary, Fiction, Fiction - Romance, Romance: Modern, Romance - Adult, Fiction /...
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A girl in a million
by Neels, Betty
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A girl to come home to
by Hill, Grace Livingston, 1865-1947
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A Bantam book
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A girl to love
by Neels, Betty
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A going concern
by Aird, Catherine
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Topics: Sloan, C. D. (Fictitious character), Police
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A gown of Spanish lace
by Oke, Janette, 1935-
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Topics: Frontier and pioneer life, Women pioneers, Frontier and pioneer life, Women pioneers
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A guide to the project management body of knowledge : PMBOK guide
by Project Management Institute
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"This document supersedes A guide to the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK® guide) - 2000 edition"--Pref
Topics: Project management, Project management, Administração de projetos, Gestion de projets, Projet...

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