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I’m Baladine Culver, I’ve worked for Heights Libraries for nine years in various capacities. I read a wide variety of things but mostly Science Fiction, Mystery, and Historical Fiction with some Non-fiction, Classics, and YA Novels mixed in.
New Takes on A Classic Tale!

New Takes on A Classic Tale!

Pride and Prejudice is one of my favorite books in the whole world but I can admit that it might not be a book for everyone! Did you have to read it in high school and hated it? Didn’t even make it through the book? That’s okay, here are some retellings of this...

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Fall Feeling

Fall Feeling

There’s something about Fall- some warm sunny days with crisp cool nights, or cold and foggy mornings, either way it’s the perfect time to curl up with a good book! I find that when Autumn rolls around that I want a certain type of book, something atmospheric that...

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Author Spotlight: Julie Murphy

Author Spotlight: Julie Murphy

I have been hearing really good things about Dumplin’ by Julie Murphy (Overdrive Ebook/Audiobook) so I recently picked up a copy. I LOVED it! Willowdean Dickson, dubbed “Dumplin’” long ago by her Mom, is not your average YA character. Growing up it was hard for her to...

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Might Solve a Mystery? Gonna Rewrite History?

Might Solve a Mystery? Gonna Rewrite History?

Close to Shore: The Terrifying Shark Attacks of 1916 by Michael Capuzzo Genre Snapshot: Non-fiction, History Did you know that the 1975 movie Jaws was based off of true events? Close to Shore recounts the shark attacks along the East Coast that inspired the movie....

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The “Perfect” Thriller

The “Perfect” Thriller

Are you looking for a quick read that is engaging and hard to put down? Something intense that has you anxiously wondering how the story will end? These thrillers are the perfect companion to any plane flight or long car trip this summer!    The Perfect Girl by...

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YA Books For Adults!

YA Books For Adults!

Adults can sometimes forget the tumultuous travails of teenagehood, and that teenagers (or authors writing as teenagers) can teach you something. Whether the setting is fantastical or realistic step into these wonderful YA books and take a break from Adult fiction....

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The Immortalists

The Immortalists

Have you ever wanted to know when and how you were going to die? The Gold children did; Varya, Daniel, Klara, and Simon hear about a psychic woman who is telling people when they are going to die. Fascinated they go to see her and one by one they learn when they are...

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“Pink”ing of You

“Pink”ing of You

Valentine's Day is upon us, need some pink books for the perfect bookstagram photo? Or something to match your Valentine's Day outfit? Check out some of the pinkest books we have! Severance by Ling Ma Genre: Science Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic      ...

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Take a Cup of Kindness Yet

Take a Cup of Kindness Yet

As the holidays up the ante on the usual hustle and bustle, remember to take the time to be kind to sales clerks, baristas, mail carriers, friends, family, and most importantly, yourself. If you need a couple hours to yourself to recharge your goodwill and cheer, then...

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Forever TBR…

Forever TBR…

Do you ever look at your To-Be-Read List and see things that have been on there for YEARS but you just can't bring yourself to read them right now? You still really want to read them though so you leave them on there... and every few months you look at it and think...

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