SOM - State of Michigan



Michigan Braille andTalking Book Library’sCatalog of Locally RecordedDigital Talking BooksJuly 20171-800-992-9012 Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) Braille and Talking Book Library (BTBL)702 W. Kalamazoo St.PO Box 30007Lansing, MI 48909-7507The Michigan Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP), Braille and Talking Book Library (BTBL) is committed to providing library materials in alternate formats to people with blindness, low vision, physical impairments, or reading disabilities according to the standards of the Library of Congress, National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS).COLLECTION DEVELOPMENTMaterials are selected for inclusion in the Michigan BTBL local collection based on subject matter, quality of writing and editing, interest to Michigan patrons, and at the discretion of the BTBL Reader Advisory Librarians.Michigan BTBL focuses on recording the following published materials:?Books about Michigan and the Great Lakes region?Books by Michigan authors (e.g. born in or live in Michigan)?Michigan Notable Books selected by the Library of Michigan?Michigan Historical Society’s Michigan History magazine?Reference materials sponsored by State of Michigan departmentsIf you know of a Michigan-related book that you would like to recommend for recording, please contact Betsie Branch by email at branchb1@ or call 1800992-9012.BOOKS ON BARDMost of the books recorded in Michigan are available for download from BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) at membership is available to all individuals who are patrons of the Michigan BTBL. Eligible users may register at the BARD website and download books to a flash drive to be played on an NLS digital player. iOS, Android, and Kindle apps are also available for listening on mobile devices. For assistance with BARD, please call a Reader Advisor at 1800992-9012.To search BARD for the books in this catalog, be sure to uncheck the box next to “Display only books produced by or specially acquired by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped.” Search the collection using the full DBC number or keywords from the title or author name. CONTENTSAdult Fiction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Adult Mysteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Adult Non-Fiction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Biographies/Memoirs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Cookbooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31True Crime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Children’s Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34MICHIGAN HISTORY MAGAZINEThe Historical Society of Michigan’s publication presents stories about Michigan’s past (people, places, and events) and the impact the Great Lakes State has made on the nation and the world.Back issues of Michigan History magazine are available in digital audio format starting with the Sept/Oct 2014 issue. Please call a Reader Advisor at 1800992-9012 to receive back issues or to subscribe to receive future issues of Michigan History magazine. ADULT FICTIONSouth of SuperiorDBC03386 (14h 2m)by Ellen Airgoodread by Karen GlaserMoving to Michigan's Upper Peninsula to care for an aging family friend, Madeline Stone becomes involved in the lives of the small community and two octogenarian sisters who teach her valuable lessons about love and goodwill. A 2012 Michigan Notable book. 2011.Nothing But a SmileDBC03391 (13h 5m)by Steve Amickread by Karen GlaserIn 1944, Wink Dutton is surprised to learn that his friend's wife, Sal, is earning extra money as a photographer's model posing for magazine pin-up photos. Wink becomes involved in the magazine and Sal. Some strong language and descriptions of sex. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.Once Upon a RiverDBC11083 (11h 52m)by Bonnie Jo Campbellread by JoAnn DashnerMargo Crane, a beautiful and uncanny markswoman, takes to the Stark River after being complicit in the death of her father and embarks on an odyssey in search of her vanished mother. Unrated. A 2012 Michigan Notable book. 2011.A Christmas Carol: Radio AdaptationDBL8424 (50m)by Charles Dickensread by VariousCharles Dickens' A Christmas Carol adapted for radio by Anthony Palermo, presented by Our Town Players, South Haven, Michigan, on November 29th, 2014, sponsored by SuperHits 103.7 COSY FM.World of A Few Minutes Ago : StoriesDBC05938 (5h 55m)by Jack Driscollread by Andy HeadTen stories from the point of view of characters aged 14 to 77 provide a consistently deep understanding of each character's internal world and emotional struggles. Set against the quiet, powerful northern Michigan landscape, they share a sense of longing, amplified by the beautiful but often unforgiving surroundings. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. A 2013 Michigan Notable book. 2012.Old Bones and Northern Memories(Northwoods Reader, Book 7)DBC03373 (6h 0m)by Cully Gageread by Michael P. DonovanHumorous stories of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. 1991.Tioga Tales(Northwoods Reader, Book 8)DBC03371 (6h 30m)by Cully Gageread by Michael P. DonovanHumorous stories of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. 1993.Legends of the FallDBC05954 (9h 34m)by Jim Harrisonread by Michael P. DonovanThree short novels. Legends of the Fall is an epic tale of three brothers and their lives of passion, madness, exploration, and danger at the beginning of the Great War. In Revenge, love causes the course of a man's life to be savagely and irrevocably altered. Nordstrom, in The Man Who Gave up his Name, is unable to relinquish his consuming obsessions with women, dancing, and food. Explicit descriptions of sex, violence, and strong language. 1978.The King’s DaughterDBC05945 (16h 13m)by Daniel Hendrixread by Nicholas ColovosFour Irish fishermen journey from Ireland to America in search of a new life during the mid-nineteenth century. They settle on Beaver Island, a remote wilderness island in Lake Michigan, but their peaceful home becomes a battleground of religious conflict and social unrest when a colony of Mormon settlers take control of the island, and James Strang declares himself King of the Mormons. 2013.Eden SpringsDBC05917 (2h 12m)by Laura Kasischkeread by Sonya Schryer NorrisBenton Harbor, Michigan, 1923. When a suspicious death is discovered at the House of David religious colony, King Benjamin and his closest followers attempt to cover it up. Contains some descriptions of sex. A 2011 Michigan Notable book. 2010.Mind of WinterDBC11053 (6h 17m)by Laura Kasischkeread by Sonya Schryer NorrisThe relationship between a mother and her adopted daughter from Siberia is under threat when the teenage daughter's behavior suddenly changes. Some strong language and some violence. 2014.Ford RoadDBC03429 (7h 37m)by Amy Kenyonread by Sonya Schryer NorrisAfter the death of her mother, Kay returns to her childhood town and reunites with her high school sweetheart. The investigation of her family's history leads to the discovery of family secrets. Some strong language and descriptions of sex. 2012.The Art Student's WarDBC03390 (28h 20m)by Brad Leithauserread by Karen GlaserDetroit, 1943. Eighteen-year-old art student, Bianca Paradiso, draws portraits of wounded soldiers and faces personal and family conflicts. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.Season of Water and IceDBC03414 (9h 34m)by Donald Lystraread by Michael P. DonovanMichigan, 1957. A bookish loner named Danny DeWitt befriends Amber Dwyer, a pregnant teenager who has been abandoned by her boyfriend and rejected by her family and community. Contains some strong language, descriptions of sex, and violence. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.Spirits and WineDBC11062 (10h 43m)by Susan Newhofread by Marion ContompasisA newly married couple buys an old house in a small lakeshore town in West Michigan. They find it haunted by the dramatic secrets of its past inhabitants and the influence of the Spanish influenza epidemic of 1918-19. 2014.The Adventures of Captain McCargoDBC05905 (10h 2m)by William Ratiganread by Karen GlaserAdventues of a Scots-Irish sailing captain on the Great Lakes.1956.SouviensDBC03387 (6h 19m)by Barbara Darling Saxenaread by Lili KrezelDr. Dakota Graham, a busy family practice doctor, has inherited more from her ancestors than her brains and beauty. Dakota also has actual memories from her ancestor's experiences in the 1934 Hotel Kerns fire in Lansing, Michigan. Her research will have unexpected consequences that may destroy her family and threaten her future. 2013.The Charm BraceletDBC11094 (11h 3m)by Viola Shipmanread by Karen GlaserEach charm of Lolly's keepsake bracelet is a marker for a family memory that she fears will go unknown by her daughter and granddaughter. With the memory of each charm, the story of Lolly's summers in northern Michigan and the importance of family is revealed. A 2017 Michigan Notable book. 2016.Cottonwood Summer(Cottonwood, Book 1)DBC00116 (20h 40m)by Gary Slaughterread by Nicholas ColovosWhen the army builds a German prisoner of war camp on the outskirts of a small Michigan town, citizens are outraged. Adding to the angst, two women assist a pair of POWs to escape and are tried for treason. 2004.Cottonwood Fall(Cottonwood, Book 2)DBC03417 (17h 15m)by Gary Slaughterread by Michael P. DonovanThe fall adventures of Danny and Jase include run-ins with vengeful German POWs, the arrival of charismatic twin sisters, and participation in the 1944 Dewey-Roosevelt Presidential race where both candidates vie for their support. 2006.Cottonwood Winter : A Christmas Story(Cottonwood, Book 3)DBC11162 (16h 55m)by Gary Slaughterread by Fred CampbellThose on the home front are preparing for Christmas while coping with shortages and the casualties of war. Jase and Danny's adventures include the disappearance of B.R. Santa, the threat of an elite German espionage agent, and mysterious grapevine Christmas wreaths. 2008.Cottonwood Spring(Cottonwood, Book 4)DBC11060 (18h 16m)by Gary Slaughterread by Michael P. DonovanThe last days of World War II have a profound impact on America as witnessed by the citizens of Riverton, Michigan. Two young heroes, Jase and Danny, are obsessed with protecting their neighborhood, hometown, and country from the bad guys--often with amusing results. 2009.WishDBC00117 (9h 45 m)by Jake Smithread by Andy ParisThe story of a nine-year-old boy with cancer whose dying wish is to see his dad play in a major league baseball game. For high school and adult. Commercial audiobook. 2014.Hornstein's BoyDBC05955 (18h 15m)by Robert Traverread by Michael P. DonovanWalt Dressler, small town lawyer and ex-D.A., is contacted by an old friend to run for state senator, but Walt's idealism leads him into a grueling campaign and a battle with the most powerful newspaper in the state. Some strong language. 1962.Lost Tiki Palaces of DetroitDBC11086 (6h 29m)by Michael Zadoorianread by Keith KurekInteresting and quirky characters abound in this engaging collection of short stories set in and around Detroit, which portrays common themes relevant to the region and the city, including hardship, racial tension, and hope. Unrated. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.ADULT MYSTERIESDeath in the Choir LoftDBC05927 (5h 50m)by Richard L. Baldwinread by Marion ContompasisRoland Spencer, a well-known bass singer in the Holy Living Waters Church choir, dies following a rehearsal for The Messiah. The choir director and organist, Belle Franklin is the last person to see him alive, landing her at the top of the suspect list. To prove her innocence and find the real killer, the budding detective must solve the case. 2013.The Chocolate Cat Caper(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 1)DBC05879 (5h 54m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelAfter accepting a job supplying chocolate from her aunt's luxury chocolate business to a party for unpopular defense attorney Clemintine Ripley, Lee McKinney takes on a new job as detective when someone adds cyanide to a chocolate confection eaten by the hostess. 2002.The Chocolate Bear Burglary(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 2)DBC05880 (6h 11m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelLee attempts to discover who stole the valuable, antique chocolate molds. 2002.The Chocolate Frog Frame-Up(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 3)DBC05881 (5h 55m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelFor the Fourth of July, Lee McKinney and her aunt debut their latest confections, chocolate frogs, at TenHuis Chocolade. The first customer to buy a croaker is the town crank. But when he later disappears and police suspect foul play, it's a chocolate clue that leads Lee to the killer. 2003.The Chocolate Puppy Puzzle(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 4)DBC05882 (5h 35m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelHollywood comes to Michigan when a film producer decides to turn a local author's romance novel into a blockbuster. Although the movie mogul's chocolate Labrador is charming, Lee McKinney thinks the producer's talk is a bunch of sweet nothings, and she grows even more suspicious when she stumbles upon a dead body. 2004.The Chocolate Mouse Trap(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 5)DBC05883 (5h 55m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelChocolate-shop manager Lee McKinney has had enough of party planner Julie Singletree's cutesy e-mails. Then somebody actually kills the woman, putting everyone on her mailing list on edge. As their connections to the murder emerge, so do more attacks. Lee smells a rat, and it's not made of chocolate. If she doesn't want to be permanently deleted, it's up to her to trap it. 2005.The Chocolate Bridal Bash(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 6)DBC03341 (6h 6m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelDetermined to smooth things over with her mother before her impending nuptials, bride-to-be Lee McKinney vows to solve the decades-old mystery surrounding the apparent suicide of her mother's fiance. 2006.The Chocolate Jewel Case(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 7)DBC03342 (5h 45m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelNewlyweds, Lee and Joe, deal with a new chocolate offering, seven houseguests, and murder. 2007.The Chocolate Snowman Murders(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 8)DBC05884 (5h 51m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelAs treasurer of WinterFest, Lee McKinney Woodyard copes with a multitude of problems, especially when the guest juror of the art show arrives drunk, and Lee's husband finds the visiting dignitary's murdered remains the next day. 2008.The Chocolate Cupid Killings(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 9)DBC05885 (5h 33m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelAunt Nettie becomes the unlikely suspect in the death of a private detective, and it's up to Lee to find the real killer - whose bitter heart is definitely not made of chocolate. 2009.The Chocolate Pirate Plot(Chocoholic Mystery, Book 10)DBC05886 (5h 45m)by JoAnna Carlread by Lili KrezelWhen a body washes up on shore after a band of pirates begins terrorizing Lake Michigan, chocolate shop owner Lee McKinney Woodyard must figure out the truth behind the Warner Pier Pirates before someone else turns up dead. 2011.Frozen Moon(Jenny-Dog, Book 1)DBC03339 (9h 44m)by D.M. Greenwaldread by Nicholas ColovosWisconsin search and rescue team, Travis and his dogs Buck and Jenny-Dog, are called in to locate a young girl missing in a Vermont blizzard. Includes some strong language. 2013.Cody(Jenny-Dog, Book 2)DBC03431 (7h 34m)by D.M. Greenwaldread by Nicholas ColovosTwo thousand miles apart and only one day after an exhaustive winter rescue, Joshua Paul Travis and his estranged wife, Kristian, separately recount and relive their romance, their breakup, and the harrowing, wildfire, search-and-rescue operation near Cody, Wyoming that changed their lives. Strong language. 2014.Wichita Mountain Manhunt(Jenny-Dog, Book 3)DBC05925 (9h 52m)by D.M. Greenwaldread by Nicholas ColovosJoshua Travis and his dog team are asked to help find a Girl Scout abducted in the Wichita Mountains of Oklahoma. Violence and strong language. 2015.A Cold Day in Paradise(Alex McKnight, Book 1)DBC11055 (9hr 30m)by Steve Hamiltonread by Nicholas ColovosAs ex-Detroit cop Alex McKnight searches for the killer of a bookmaker, he begins to receive a series of mysterious and ominous messages, seemingly from a man imprisoned for life for the murder of Alex's former partner. Violence and strong language. 1998.Winter of the Wolf Moon(Alex McKnight, Book 2)DBC11102 (8h 54m)by Steve Hamiltonread by Nicholas ColovosAlex McKnight, an ex-cop living in self-proclaimed exile in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, searches for a missing woman who had come to him for help. Violence and strong language. 2000.The Hunting Wind(Alex McKnight, Book 3)DBC11103 (9h 50m)by Steve Hamiltonread by Nicholas ColovosAlex McKnight and his occasional partner, Leon Prudell, agree to help his old minor league teammate find an old flame whom he had walked away from nearly thirty years before. Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2001.North of Nowhere(Alex McKnight, Book 4)DBC11104 (8h 43m)by Steve Hamiltonread by Nicholas ColovosWhen depressed private detective Alex McKnight joins a poker game and is robbed at gunpoint, he finds himself compelled to catch the thief. Violence and strong language. 2002.Blood is the Sky(Alex McKnight, Book 5)DBC11105 (9h 50m)by Steve Hamiltonread by Nicholas ColovosInvestigating the disappearance of a hunting group in the woods of northern Ontario, Alex McKnight is deep in the wilderness, lacking food and weapons, and at the mercy of a killer who could prevent everyone's return. Violence and strong language. 2003.And So To SleepDBC05949 (8h 15m)by Evelyn Allen Harperread by Marion ContompasisThe restless leg syndrome that kept Michigan real estate agent Molly Allen awake much of the night sent her on night-time walks through her neighborhood, making her a possible witness to the two vicious murders in McGuire's Alley. The police want to know what she heard. The murderer wants her dead. 2010.Footsteps in the DarkDBC11081 (10h 51m)by Georgette Heyerread by JoAnn DashnerWhen a murder victim is discovered in the alleged haunted halls of the Priory, the recent inheritors, a sibling trio, begin to fear that the ghostly rumors about their rundown estate are true. Some strong language and some violence. 1932.The Detroit Electric Scheme(Will Anderson, Book 1)DBC00005 (13h 11m)by D.E. Johnsonread by Nicholas ColovosSet in 1910 Detroit, Will Anderson is being framed for a murder he did not commit. He attempts to find the killer while protecting the woman he loves. A 2011 Michigan Notable book. 2010.Motor City Shakedown(Will Anderson, Book 2)DBC00128 (14h 20m)by D.E. Johnsonread by Nicholas ColovosDetroit, 1911. Will Anderson seeks justice for the death of his best friend while battling the Detroit criminal underworld, a corrupt police department, and his own personal demons. A 2012 Michigan Notable book. Some violence. 2011.Detroit Breakdown(Will Anderson, Book 3)DBC00129 (14h 45m)by D.E. Johnsonread by Nicholas ColovosWill Anderson fakes an illness and is admitted to the Eloise Insane Asylum, outside of Detroit, in order to investigate the murders of patients. Some violence and strong language. 2012.Detroit Shuffle(Will Anderson, Book 4)DBC03336 (14h 30m)by D.E. Johnsonread by Nicholas ColovosWill Anderson and Elizabeth Hume get caught up in the political turmoil over women’s suffrage in Michigan. Contains some violence and strong language. 2013.Full Moon Friday(Jordan Daily News, Book 3)DBC03340 (9h 35m)by Sue Merrellread by Jamila JonesCity editor Josie Braun and the staff of a suburban Chicago daily newspaper cope with a series of weird happenings on a full moon Friday the 13th. A school bus disappears, a body falls out of nowhere, and a movie preview becomes scarier than the flick. Contains some sex, violence, and strong language. 2014.Faithful Unto DeathDBC05903 (14h 58m)by Becky Thackerread by Karen GlaserBenzonia, Michigan, 1894. Anna Spencer Thacker is the daughter of missionaries, a faithful wife, and mother of five, and pious to a fault, but when she is suddenly stricken with a mysterious ailment that soon proves fatal, questions arise as to the true cause of her illness. 2011.ADULT NON-FICTIONPandora's Locks : The Opening of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence SeawayDBC03364 (21h 25m)by Jeff Alexanderread by Michael P. DonovanDescribes the impact that the opening of the Great Lakes has had on the environment, water conditions, and quality of life in the Great Lakes states, including the high cost of tolerating dumping deep-sea ballast and exotic species into the lakes. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.The Arsenal of Democracy: FDR, Detroit, and an Epic Quest to Arm an America at WarDBC05953 (13h 55m)by A.J. Baimeread by Michael P. DonovanNarrative of how Ford Motor Company went from making automobiles to producing the airplanes that would mean the difference between winning and losing World War II. A 2015 Michigan Notable book. 2014.A Place for Summer : A Narrative History of Tiger StadiumDBC05890 (20h 4m)by Richard Bakread by Michael P. DonovanNarrative history of Tiger Stadium in Detroit that includes history of the stadium owners, the games, and the teams that played there from its beginnings in the 1850s through the Tiger's 1997 baseball season. A 1999 Michigan Notable Book. 1998.Michigan Eco-Traveler : A Guide to Sustainable Adventures in the Great Lakes StateDBC11044 (4h 57m)by Sally Barberread by Tracey DolinarDue to environmental pressures on the state's recreational resources, a critical need exists for conservation and eco-friendly travel. This book presents the best eco-conscience venues across Michigan and offers travelers helpful tips for evaluating the sustainability of their own favorite recreational spots. 2014.From Death to Life : Discovering Life Through Failure & PainDBC00120 (8h 18m)by Rufus Bradley, Sr.read by Tracey DolinarPastor Rufus Bradley, Sr. of Saginaw, Michigan, writes about his church leadership experience. He encourages the revival of church communities by providing resources and support to pastors of small churches. 2013.Michigan Curiosities : Quirky Characters, Roadside Oddities & Other Offbeat StuffDBC03420 (6h 56m)by Colleen Burcarread by Adrienne ThelenMichigan Curiosities is a guidebook to the Great Lakes State's most offbeat people, places, and things including humorous state facts and amusing stories. 2012.Grit, Noise & Revolution : The Birth of Detroit Rock 'n' RollDBC05930 (13h 57m)by David A. Carsonread by Tracey DolinarSurvey of 1960s and 70s Detroit music and some of the garage-inspired, blue-collar Motor City rock 'n' roll bands that exemplified the Detroit rock sound: The MC5, Iggy Pop and the Stooges, Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels, SRC, the Bob Seger System, Ted Nugent and the Amboy Dukes, and Grand Funk Railroad. Some strong language. A 2006 Michigan Notable book. 2005.Mackinac Island : Inside, Up Close, and PersonalDBC05906 (8h 17m)by Dennis O. Cawthorneread by Michael P. DonovanHistory of the social, economic, and political scene on Mackinac Island. 2014.Employing Generation Why? : Understanding, Managing, and Motivating Your New WorkforceDBC11048 (8h 16m)by Eric Chesterread by Marion ContompasisGuide to working with Generation Y (born between 1980 and 1994). Examines their attitudes, values, and beliefs. and how to successfully incorporate these well-educated, techno-savvy, and adaptable young people into the workforce. Includes twelve common traits and tendencies of Generation Why. 2002.Jupiter : The Ghost ShipDBC00110 (3h 18m)by Julian Chittaread by Betsie BushHistory of the Great Lakes dry cargo ship, Jupiter, including stories of the crew members. 2012.On This Day : African-American Life in DetroitDBC05916 (11h 56m)by Ken Colemanread by Jamila JonesDetroit-based author and former Michigan Chronicle editor presents a day-by-day history of African-Americans in Detroit, Michigan, from the 1800s to the present. 2013.Strings AttachedDBC11052 (2h 28m)by Diane DeCillisread by Marion ContompasisPoems that consider threads of emotional attachment and separation against a backdrop of art, food, and Lebanese culture. Some descriptions of sex, some violence, and some strong language. A 2015 Michigan Notable Book. 2014.Michigan and the Civil War: A Great and Bloody SacrificeDBC03406 (6h 34m)by Jack Dempseyread by Andy AndersenDescribes Michigan's role in the preservation of the Union, leading characters, battles, and events during the Civil War. A 2012 Michigan Notable book. 2011.Everyday Klansfolk: White Protestant Life and the KKK in 1920s MichiganDBC03409 (13h 19m)by Craig Foxread by Andy AndersenExploration of the origins of the Ku Klux Klan's strong influence and popularity throughout Michigan during the 1920s, demonstrates how the KKK's membership was bolstered by ordinary citizens. A 2012 Michigan Notable book. Some violence. 2011.Building Your Own Theology, Vol. 1 : Introduction (2nd ed.)DBC11161 (4h 58m)by Richard S. Gilbertread by Sonya Schryer NorrisUnitarian Universalist adult education workbook for identifying and developing an individual theology based on their religious beliefs and values. 2000.Exceptions Journal: Vol. 1, Spring 2015DBC03423 (2h 36m)by University of Michiganread by Zach Reilly and Savannah SmithEdited by Michigan State University students, Exceptions Journal showcases the perspectives of visually impaired and blind individuals through creative writing and art. Some strong language. 2015.You Must Be Born Again(Essentials of a Consecrated Life, Book 1)DBC11069 (1h 42m)by Tom Harmonread by Trevor Nicholus CollinsDiscusses the gospel from John, chapter three. 2008.Lord, Teach Us to Pray(Essentials of a Consecrated Life, Book 2)DBC11070 (1h 53m)by Tom Harmonread by Trevor Nicholus CollinsFocuses on faith and prayer. 2009.By the Word of God(Essentials of a Consecrated Life, Book 3)DBC11071 (1h 48m)by Tom Harmonread by Trevor Nicholus CollinsPresents the importance of knowing God's Word. 2010.Right at HomeDBC03418 (6h 47m)by Jim Houghread by Michael P. DonovanCollection of articles written for the Michigan Electric Cooperative Association's Michigan Country Lines magazine. 1994.View from the TopDBC03419 (8h 32m)by Jim Houghread by Michael P. DonovanCollection of articles written for the Michigan Electric Cooperative Association's Michigan Country Lines magazine. 2005.Great Lakes Passenger Ship DisastersDBC11067 (5h 53m)by Wayne Louis Kadarread by Marion ContompasisExplores 15 historic and tragic tales of passenger ship disasters on the Great Lakes. 2005.29 Missing : The True and Tragic Story of the Disappearance of the S.S. Edmund FitzgeraldDBC05921 (1h 48m)by Andrew Kantarread by Michael P. DonovanRecounts the sinking of the freighter the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald in the icy waters of Lake Superior in 1975 and describes subsequent expeditions to the wreck site to uncover clues to her mysterious disappearance. For high school and adult. A 1999 Michigan Notable Book. 1998.District of Columbia : A Bicentennial HistoryDBC03372 (10h 30m)by David L. Lewisread by Michael P. DonovanSocial and cultural history of the District of Columbia's neighborhoods. Its narrative of cycles of planning, development, deterioration, preservation, restoration and redevelopment is set against the backdrop of the city's demographic evolution. 1976.A History of Ann ArborDBC11045 (5h 24m)by Jonathan L. Marwilread by David ErdodyHistory of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and the impact of the University of Michigan in shaping the town's history. 1987.Our People, Our Journey : The Little River Band of Ottawa IndiansDBC03362 (14h 5m)by James M. McClurkenread by Michael P. DonovanHistory of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians, a Michigan tribe that has survived to the present day despite the expansionist and assimilationist policies that nearly robbed it of an identity in the late nineteenth century. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.Pick : Choose to Create a Life You LoveDBC05926 (4h 24m)by Sherene McHenryread by Betsie BushWith awareness, acceptance, action, and accountability, McHenry provides readers with advice for developing the mindset and skills they need to build the life they desire. 2012.Pure Michigan Official State Travel Guide Fall/Winter 2014DBC03410 (1h 11m)Pure Michigan Official State Travel Guide Spring/Summer 2014DBC03337 (2h 44m)by Michigan Economic Development Corporationread by Courtney MakiOfficial state of Michigan travel guide issued as a supplement to Midwest Living in partnership with Michigan Economic Development Corporation. 2014.Tenants and Landlords Resource GuideDBC03360 (3h 5m)by Michigan State University College of Law read by Michael P. DonovanGuide to tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities in rental relationships in Michigan. 2009.What Every Driver Must Know (2012)DBC03404 (6h 20m)by Michigan Department of Stateread by Nicholas ColovosState of Michigan guide to driver’s licenses, teens and driving, common traffic rules, signs and signals, what to do in emergencies, and much more. 2012.What Every Driver Must Know (2014)DBC03412 (3h 51m)by Michigan Department of Stateread by Michael P. DonovanState of Michigan guide to driver’s licenses, common traffic rules, signs and signals, and much more. The material has been condensed from past editions and focuses safe driving topics. 2014.Grand Traverse : The Civil War EraDBC03363 (20h 41m)by John C. Mitchellread by Michael P. DonovanAn account of life in the Grand Traverse Bay and Leelanau Peninsula region of Michigan before and during the Civil War. The book explores settlement patterns, economic development, social and political events, the experiences of the region’s men who joined the Union army, and the effects of their absence on their families and communities. 2011.A 1000-mile Walk on the Beach : One Woman's Trek of the Perimeter of Lake Michigan (1000-Mile Walk, Book 1)DBC05891 (6h 47m)by Loreen Niewenhuisread by Lili KrezelLoreen Niewenhuis' solo walking adventure provides a ground-level view of issues facing Lake Michigan. 2011.A 1000-Mile Great Lakes Walk : One Woman’s Trek Along the Shorelines of All Five Great Lakes (1000-Mile Walk, Book 2)DBC05892 (7h 9m)by Loreen Niewenhuisread by Lili KrezelLoreen Niewenhuis' second walking adventure includes hiking stretches of the shorelines of all five Great Lakes. Her journey raises important questions about preserving wild places and protecting the fragile ecosystems of the Great Lakes. 2013.A 1000-Mile Great Lakes Island Adventure : One Woman’s Epic Journey Exploring the Diverse Islands of the Five Great Lakes (1000-Mile Walk, Book 3)DBC05893 (7h 47m)by Loreen Niewenhuisread by Lili KrezelFrom hiking the rugged wilderness of Isle Royale in Lake Superior, to strolling the metropolis on Montreal Island, Niewenhuis explores islands throughout the Great Lakes basin. 2015.Keepers of Valor : Lakes of Vengeance, Lakeboats, Lifesavers & LighthousesDBC05937 (11h 31m)by Wes Oleszewskiread by Andy AndersenFactual historical narrative includes sagas of the obscure and thrilling events of several Great Lakes ships and the people who served on them. A 2000 Michigan Notable book. 2000.How to Survive the Worst That Can Happen : A Parent's Step by Step Guide to Healing After the Loss of a ChildDBC05950 (3h 8m)by Sandy Peckinpahread by Dana FeldpauschForward by Melissa Gilbert, this is a practical, inspirational guide to coping with the many facets of bereavement after the death of a child. 2014.Making Waves : Michigan’s Boat-Building Industry, 1865–2000DBC03434 (11h 41m)by Scott M. Petersread by Lili KrezelBy the late 19th Century, Michigan's rich heritage in boat building had emerged and became the industry’s hub, producing some of the fastest and most innovative boats ever created. Michigan entrepreneurs like Christopher Columbus Smith, John L. Hacker and Gar Wood established some of the top boat brands and brought boat ownership within reach for American consumers of all income ranges. A 2016 Michigan Notable book. 2015.The Way North : Collected Upper Peninsula New WorksDBC03411 (10h 32m)by Ron Riekkiread by Nicholas ColovosA collection of previously unpublished poems and stories that provide snapshots of life in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. A 2014 Michigan Notable book. Some descriptions of sex and strong language. 2013.The Big House : Fielding H. Yost and the Building of Michigan StadiumDBC03366 (14h 56m)by Robert M. Soderstromread by Michael P. DonovanThe story of Fielding H. Yost, college football in the 1920's, and the building of Michigan stadium, which resulted from the very successful 1922-26 University of Michigan football seasons. 2005.Fishtown : Leland Michigan's Historic FisheryDBC03367 (5h 55m)by Laurie Kay Sommersread by Michael P. DonovanHistorical portrait of Leland, Michigan's commercial fishing neighborhood, based on oral narratives, interviews, and accounts from contemporary journalism. A 2013 Michigan Notable book. 2012.Sixty to Zero: An Inside Look at the Collapse of General Motors and the Detroit Auto IndustryDBC03403 (9h 2m)by Alex Taylor, IIIread by Nicholas ColovosExtensively researched book details the numerous mistakes General Motors and its competitors made that resulted in a crisis for automobile manufacturers. A 2011 Michigan Notable book. 2010.Trout MagicDBC03357 (7h 41m)by Robert Traverread by Michael P. DonovanA collection of essays and anecdotes about equipment and techniques, satisfactions and frustrations, and the social context of fly fishing for trout in rivers of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Contains some strong language. 1974.The A.A. Service Manual Combined With Twelve Concepts for World Service [2014-2015 edition]DBC03430 (16h 39m)by Bill W.read by Jamila JonesThe 2014-2015 edition of the Alcoholics Anonymous Service Manual including the Twelve Concepts for World Service explains the Conference structure and its year-round importance and includes the Conference Charter and General Service Board Bylaws.2014.Warning Signs : What Every Woman Should Know : A Dating GuideDBC05920 (3h)by Danielle E. Wardread by Danielle E. WardThrough relatable stories and examples, Warning Signs takes readers on a journey that explores the ups and downs of dating. It empowers women as they learn that dating doesn't have to be a daunting experience. 2013.The Legacy of the Civil WarDBC03376 (3h 12m)by Robert Penn Warrenread by Michael P. DonovanAn exploration of the effects of the Civil War on American History and on American thought about American History. 1961.High Heat : The Secret History of the Fastball and the Improbable Search for the Fastest Pitcher of All TimeDBC03407 (10h)by Tim Wendelread by Andy AndersenHistory of the fastball in baseball from its early development to the present form while exploring its impact on the game and the pitchers who have been blessed (or cursed) with its gift. Some strong language. 2010.Summer of '68 : The Season that Changed Baseball, and America, ForeverDBC11085 (10h 54m)by Tim Wendelread by Michael P. DonovanIn a year shaped by national tragedy, baseball was shaped by amazing pitching--culminating in a victory by a Detroit Tigers team that faced off against Bob Gibson's St. Louis Cardinals, the 1967 World Series defending champions. Unrated. A 2013 Michigan Notable book. 2012.Understanding Birth : A Comprehensive Guide ; Understanding Mother & Baby Care : A Guide to the First Two Weeks ; Understanding Breastfeeding : Your Guide to a Healthy StartDBC03424 (6h 8m)read by Jamila JonesThree booklets that cover pregnancy, childbirth, labor and delivery, postpartum care, and breastfeeding. Included in the text are website links to related videos on these topics. 2013 and 2014.BIOGRAPHIES/MEMOIRSDetroitland : A Collection of Movers, Shakers, Lost Souls, and History Makers from Detroit's PastDBC03377 (13h 54m)by Richard Bakread by Michael P. DonovanWelcome to Detroitland, where award-winning journalist Richard Bak brings to life episodes from roughly a century of Detroit's colorful history. 2011.Consigned to Death Six Times : Surviving Bataan, the Death March, and Life as a POWDBC03358 (10h 52m)by Eugene E. Bleilread by Michael P. DonovanThe moving account of Tech Sgt. Eugene E. Bleil as a prisoner of war of the Japanese military during World War II while the U.S. Army Air Corps defended the Philippine Islands. Violence and some strong language. 2011.Surprised to be Standing : A Spiritual JourneyDBC03370 (7h 30m)by Steve E. Brownread by Michael P. DonovanThe author explores living with Gaucher's disease from the age of five, becoming a pioneer in promoting disability culture, and his unexpected healing journey. 2011.MetisseDBC11080 (7h 27m)by Yvonne M. Combsread by Marion ContompasisAn inspirational true-story of one child's courage to survive war, discrimination, abuse, rape, family chaos, fire, and flood. Some violence and strong language. 2007.Bad RiverDBC03416 (3h 34m)by Ezra E. Devereauxread by Michael P. DonovanDevereaux family history in Gratiot County, Michigan. 1980.The Indians of Hungry HollowDBC03361 (7h 40m)by Bill Dunlopread by Michael P. DonovanAn inspiring story of family struggle and survival in the early 20th century, this memoir recounts Dunlop's experiences as an Ottawa youth growing up in a Native American community in Petoskey, Michigan. A 2005 Michigan Notable book. 2004.The Boy Governor : Stevens T. Mason and the Birth of Michigan PoliticsDBC03402 (10h 30m)by Don Faberread by Nicholas ColovosThe complete story of Stevens T. Mason, Michigan's first governor and dominant political figure in the state's early development. A 2013 Michigan Notable book. 2012.Travelin' Man : Across the Sahara and BeyondDBC05931 (16h 22m)by Dennis D. Feeheleyread by Michael P. DonovanJournalist travels through the Sahara Desert and encounters adventure. 2014.Elly Peterson : "Mother" of the ModeratesDBC03435 (10h 4m)by Sara Fitzgeraldread by Sonya Schryer NorrisElly Peterson's story is a missing chapter in the political history of Michigan, as well as the United States. A biography of a woman who helped throw open the doors to broader participation and power for women in the Republican Party and American politics. A 2012 Michigan Notable book. 2011.I'll See You Again, Lady Liberty : The True Story of a German prisoner of War in AmericaDBC03399 (4h 46m)by Ernst W. Floeterread by Nicholas ColovosMemoir of an anti-Nazi German who became a prisoner of war in the United States during World War II. He returns to the United States to live near Lansing, Michigan. 2014.Wounded Warrior : The Rise and Fall of Michigan Governor John SwainsonDBC05932 (13h 7m)by Lawrence M. Glazerread by Andy AndersenPolitical biography exploring the remarkable highs and the tragic lows of John Swainson, Michigan's 42nd Governor (1961-1962), including his indictment in 1975 on federal charges of bribery and perjury. A 2011 Michigan Notable book. Some strong language. 2010.A Governor's Story : The Fight for Jobs and America's Economic FutureDBC03394 (12h 40m)by Jennifer Granholmread by Karen GlaserRecounts the former Michigan governor’s struggles to solve the problems of unemployment and budget deficits with the auto industry collapse and global financial crisis. 2011.What They Were Thinking : Reflections on Michigan Difference-MakersDBC05902 (12h 36m)by Bill Haneyread by Michael P. DonovanThe author provides personal stories of influential Michigan people, including Elmore Leonard, Ernie Harwell, Jack Kevorkian, Denise Ilitch, Milo Radulovich, J.P. McCarthy, Sue Marx, Joe Dumars, George Pierrot, Ed Cole, Jennifer Granholm, Carl Oglesby, and Ron Monchak. 2014.Al Kaline : The Biography of a Tigers IconDBC03380 (10h 47m)by Jim Hawkinsread by Michael P. DonovanBiography of Albert William "Al" Kaline (born December 19, 1934) a former Major League Baseball right fielder. A member of the Baseball Hall of Fame, Kaline played his entire 22-year baseball career with the Detroit Tigers. 2010.A Call from the CountryDBC03392 (9h 35m)by Kensinger Jonesread by Karen GlaserKen and Alice Jones leave their busy city life to live off the land in rural Michigan.1989.The People's Lawyer : The Life and Times of Frank J. Kelley, the Nation's Longest-Serving Attorney GeneralDBC05951 (10h 46m)by Frank J. Kelleyread by Michael P. DonovanThe nation's longest-serving attorney general, Frank J. Kelley of Michigan, tells the story of a life that spanned two centuries and a career that helped transform consumer protection and public interest law. A 2016 Michigan Notable book. 2015.From Soupy to Nuts! A History of Detroit TelevisionDBC05952 (9h 10m)by Tim Kiskaread by Michael P. DonovanFrom Soupy to Nuts! is a snapshot of Detroit television history – from Sonny Eliot, Bozo the Clown, Bill Kennedy, Lou Gordon and Gil Maddox to Al Ackerman, Sir Graves Ghastly, Dick the Bruiser and Mr. Belvedere. 2005.Thrift Store Saints : Meeting Jesus 25 Cents at a TimeDBC11144 (3h 47m)by Jane Knuthread by Betsie BushKnuth’s Catholic upbringing had not prepared her for the soul-stirring encounters she experienced while volunteering and serving the poor and needy at the St. Vincent DePaul thrift store in inner-city Kalamazoo, Michigan. 2010.I'll Take You There : Mavis Staples, the Staple Singers, and the March Up Freedom's HighwayDBC03421 (9h 15m)by Greg Kotread by Danielle E. WardRecounts the life and achievements of Mavis Staples, the lead singer of the Staple Singers, revealing how her family fused diverse musical genres to transcend racism and oppression through song. Also discusses her collaborations with fellow artists and her impact on civil rights culture. Some strong language. 2014.Hope for the City : A Catholic Priest, a Suburban Housewife and Their Desperate Effort to Save DetroitDBC05956 (13h 47m)by Jack Kresnakread by Tracey DolinarFather Bill Cunningham and suburban housewife Eleanor Josaitis worked together to obtain government-provided food aid for needy mothers and children through the Focus:HOPE program. The program grew to take on issues of poverty and racism in Detroit, Michigan during the late 1960s. 2015.Hank Greenberg : The Hero Who Didn't Want to Be OneDBC03383 (5h 58m)by Mark Kurlanskyread by Andy AndersenProfiles the Jewish-American baseball player who, in 1934, risked his chance to beat Babe Ruth's home run record by sitting out a game on Yom Kippur, and describes his impact on Jewish-American history. A 2012 Michigan Notable book. 2011.NekkidDBC03401 (9h 55m)by Frank M. Leeread by Nicholas ColovosMemoir of a boy's struggle with polio in rural Tennessee in the mid-20th century. 2013.Michigan's Columbus: The Life of Douglass HoughtonDBC03379 (7h 49m)by Steve Lehtoread by Michael P. DonovanIn-depth biography of the tragically short life of Michigan's first State Geologist. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.Bootstrapper : From Broke to Badass on a Northern Michigan FarmDBC00113 (7h 2m)by Mardi Jo Linkread by Sonya Schryer NorrisMemoir of a Michigan author who, after ending her nineteen-year marriage, staves off a perpetually empty bank account, saves her century-old farmhouse from foreclosure with the help of her three young sons, and reclaims her life. A 2014 Michigan Notable book. 2013.Annie's Ghosts : A Journey Into a Family SecretDBC03378 (17h 43m)by Steve Luxenbergread by Michael P. DonovanTraces the author's surprise discovery that his late mother had a sister who was sent away under mysterious circumstances and never mentioned by the family again, his efforts to research his long-lost aunt's story and whereabouts, and his struggles to understand the secrecy of her existence. A 2010 Michigan Notable book and Great Michigan Read selection for 2013-14. 2009.One 11 Millionth of a War : The True Story of a 307th Bomb Group Navigator Who Survived Two Ships That "Did Not Return"DBC05924 (7h 48m)by Frank Maleckasread by Michael P. DonovanThe true story of the 307th Bombardment Group that was one of the USAAF groups assigned to Strategic Air Command, deployed to Okinawa during the Korean War, and awarded the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation for its air strikes against enemy forces in Korea. 2000.R.E. Olds : Auto Industry PioneerDBC11059 (20h 25m)by George Smith Mayread by Michael P. DonovanBiography of Ransom Eli Olds and his contribution to automobile history in Lansing, Michigan, in the 19th and 20th centuries. 1977.The Soulful DivasDBC05919 (15h 21m)by David Nathanread by Danielle E. WardPersonal Portraits of over a dozen divine divas, from Nina Simone, Aretha Franklin, and Diana Ross to Patti LaBelle, Whitney Houston, and Janet Jackson. 1999.The Fast Times of Albert Champion : From Record-Setting Racer to Dashing Tycoon, an Untold Story of Speed, Success, and BetrayalDBC05957 (16h 43m)by Peter Joffre Nyeread by Nicholas ColovosBiography of Flint, Michigan's AC Delco and Champion Spark Plug founder gives a glimpse into the advent of modern transportation in the Jazz Age through the story of a man who lived in the fast lane. 2014.The Sweetness of Freedom : Stories of ImmigrantsDBC03338 (10h 43m)by Stephen Ostranderread by Pacita RudderDemonstrating the ethnic diversity of the Michigan experience, this book draws on the compelling testimonies and family artifacts of Michigan immigrants from around the world, including Germany, Poland, Korea, Vietnam, and Tanzania, as they left their homeland to create better lives for their families in Michigan. A 2011 Michigan Notable book. 2010.More than Petticoats : Remarkable Michigan WomenDBC05904 (4h 40m)by Julia Pferdehirtread by Jamila JonesProfiles of twelve historical women from Michigan including Magdelaine la Framboise, Sojourner Truth, Laura Smith Haviland, Julia Wheelock Freeman, Sara Emma Edmonds, Anna Howard Shaw, Rebecca Shelley, Ana Clemenc, Marguerite Lofft de Angeli, Gwen Frostic, Rosa Parks, Nancy Harkness Love. 2007.Splitting WoodDBC03356 (10h 4m)by Tom Rademacherread by Michael P. DonovanA selection of ninety-eight short columns written for the Grand Rapids Press, 1988-2009. Subjects include incidents in the everyday lives of ordinary people, their accomplishments and losses, moments of joy, humor, and tragedy. 2009.Roses and Revolutions : The Selected Writings of Dudley RandallDBC03415 (8h 24m)by Dudley Randallread by Michael P. DonovanCollection of essays, poems, and stories of long-time Detroit resident Dudley Randall who was the founder of Broadside Press, which published many well-known Black poets. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.Escape : The True Story of a World War II P.O.W. the Germans Couldn't HoldDBC03365 (10h 25m)by John M. Robertsread by Michael P. DonovanJohn "Jack" Roberts was drafted at age 18 into the U.S. Army during World War II, trained in artillery, and transported to Belgium where he was captured by German forces at the Battle of the Bulge. 2003.You Don't Look Like Anyone I Know : A True Story of Family, Face-Blindness, and ForgivenessDBC05948 (8h 50m)by Heather Sellersread by Sonya Schryer NorrisAuthor describes her struggles growing up with prosopagnosia--face blindness--and a schizophrenic mother. She details her process of achieving a diagnosis as an adult and learning to live with her disability. A 2011 Michigan Notable Book. 2010.Scarred for LifeDBC00112 (4h 18m)by Tina Smithread by Jamila JonesMemoir recounting the author's experiences and struggles as a homeless child in a large city in the 1980s. Contains explicit descriptions of sex, violence, and strong language. 2014.I Invented the Modern Age: The Rise of Henry FordDBC00118 (13h 36m)by Richard Snowread by Andy AndersenThis in depth account of Henry Ford and his invention of the Model-T vividly shows Ford using his innate mechanical abilities, hard work, and radical imagination to transform American industry. A 2014 Michigan Notable book. 2013.Women and the Lakes: Untold Great Lakes Maritime TalesDBC05942 (5h 15m)by Frederick Stonehouseread by Adair WhalenMaritime history relating true tales of women working on and around the Great Lakes. A 2001 Michigan Notable book. 2001.Enslaved by DucksDBC00111 (11h 10m)by Bob Tarteread by Mark SimonisMichigan author moves with his wife from the suburbs to the country and acquires an unruly menagerie, including Stanley Sue, a gender-switching African grey parrot; Hector, a grumpy Muscovy duck who likes sitting on shoulders; Howard, an amorous dove; and Chloe, a mallard who learned to limp. 2003.Orlando M. Poe : Civil War General and Great Lakes EngineerDBC03384 (16h 6m)by Paul Taylorread by Michael P. DonovanA comprehensive biography of Orlando M. Poe who led an illustrious career as the supervisor for the design and construction of numerous Great Lakes lighthouses and designed and constructed the largest shipping lock in the world at Sault Ste. Marie. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.Ja : Hard Times, Good PeopleDBC11133 (9h 43m)by Kurt D. Thelenread by Nicholas ColovosDennis and Joni, two neighboring German farm children, grow up together in depression-era, rural Michigan. 2016.When Boppa was a BoyDBC05923 (6h 42m)by Kurt D. Thelenread by Nicholas ColovosThe author’s perspective as a grade school-aged boy growing up on a typical Midwestern dairy farm during the transitional time period of the mid-1900’s. 2013.Kalamazoo Gals : A Story of Extraordinary Women & Gibson's 'Banner' Guitars of WWIIDBC11146 (9h 23m)by John Thomasread by Lili KrezelThe hidden musical and social history of the women who built Gibson guitars in Kalamazoo, Michigan, during World War II. Some strong language. 2012.Small Town D.A.DBC05889 (11h 2m)by Robert Traverread by Michael P. DonovanThe author tells stories from his 14 years of experience as District Attorney in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the 1950s. 1992.Always A New Chapter : Stories & Essays from Wyoming High SchoolDBC03427 (12h 58m)by Variousread by Tracey DolinarInspired by Sonia Nazario’s book, Enrique’s Journey (DB62628) students at Wyoming High School in Wyoming, Michigan reflect on the immigrant experience and education in America through their own stories and essays. For senior high and older readers. 2014.Jessica : The Autobiography of an InfantDBC03368 (13h 45m)by Jeffrey Von Glahnread by Michael P. DonovanJessica, 23, was unable to express her own wants and needs and suffered from incapacitating attacks of panic and terror. This case study of psychotherapy details her treatment and recovery. 2006.Chrysler, Ford, Durant and Sloan : Founding Giants of the American Automotive IndustryDBC11058 (11h 22m)by H. Eugene Weissread by Michael P. DonovanBiographies of the leaders of the Big Three automobile manufacturers in Detroit, Michigan--Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler--with an emphasis on their contributions to production, product design, marketing, and business organization. 2003.Damn Near White : An African American Family's Rise from Slavery to Bittersweet SuccessDBC05944 (6h 45m)by Carolyn Marie Wilkinsread by Danielle E. WardThe author uncovers and explores her family history including issues of class and racial identity. 2010.A Child of the Sea, and Life Among the MormonsDBC05918 (5h 20m)by Elizabeth Whitney Williamsread by Sonya Schryer NorrisMemoir of Elizabeth Whitney Williams, an early lighthouse keeper in Michigan, tells of her growing up among the Mormans of Beaver Island during the 19th century and John Strang's rule over this Mormon community. 1905.In Stitches : A MemoirDBC03393 (9h 40m)by Anthony Younread by Karen GlaserThe celebrity cosmetic surgery blogger describes his misfit youth as a nerdy Korean-American student with a misshapen jaw whose life-changing surgery led him to become a successful plastic surgeon. Some strong language. 2011.Foundation for Living : The Story of Charles Stewart Mott and FlintDBC11057 (12h 31m)by Clarence H. Youngread by Michael P. DonovanBiography of Charles Stewart Mott and his contribution to automobile history with General Motors in Flint, Michigan, in the early 20th century. 1963.Hard Stuff : The Autobiography of Coleman YoungDBC03382 (17h 27m)by Coleman Youngread by Michael P. DonovanAutobiography of Detroit Mayor (1973-1993) Coleman Young. 1994.Discovering the Peoples of Michigan ReaderDBC11038 (4h 13m)by Lewis Walkerread by Adrienne ThelenDiscovering the Peoples of Michigan series examines the rich multicultural heritage of the Great Lakes State and reveals the unique contributions that different and often unrecognized communities have made to Michigan's historical and social identity. This volume provides brief synopses for the first twenty-four books in the series and is meant to be used as an overview and teaching tool for the series. 2008.Ethnicity in Michigan : Issues and PeopleDBC11036 (2h 19m)by Jack Glazierread by Adrienne ThelenAs the introductory volume in the Discovering the Peoples of Michigan series, this book outlines the processes of migration, as well as the rich relationship between ethnic groups and the trajectories of historical and social change in Michigan. A 2002 Michigan Notable Book. 2001.Additional Titles in the Discovering the Peoples of Michigan series:African Americans in MichiganDBC05936 (2h 16m)Albanians in MichiganDBC11050 (2h 6m)Amish in MichiganDBC05935 (1h 58m)Arab Americans in MichiganDBC11097 (2h 28m)Asian Indians in MichiganDBC11098 (2h 47m)Belgians in MichiganDBC11099 (3h 23m)Chaldeans in MichiganDBC11158 (2h 42m)Copts in MichiganDBC11157 (2h 24m)Danes and Icelanders in MichiganDBC11138 (2h 53m)Dutch in MichiganDBC05934 (1h 26m)French Canadians in MichiganDBC11115 (2h 3m)French in MichiganDBC11156 (2h 42m)Germans in MichiganDBC11154 (1h 51m)Greeks in MichiganDBC11136 (2h 9m)Hmong Americans in MichiganDBC11155 (2h 58m)Irish in MichiganDBC11041 (3h 4m)Italians in MichiganDBC11049 (1h 53m)Jews in MichiganDBC11042 (3h 4m)Latinos in MichiganDBC11051 (2h 38m)Maltese in MichiganDBC11135 (2h 4m)Mexicans and Mexican-Americans in MichiganDBC05933 (3h 1m)Poles in MichiganDBC11114 (1h 59m) Scandinavians in MichiganDBC11120 (2h 36m)Scots in MichiganDBC11037 (2h 21m)Serbians in MichiganDBC11137 (2h 56m)South Slavs in MichiganDBC11116 (2h 28m)Swedes in MichiganDBC11121 (3h 29m)Yankees in MichiganDBC11043 (5h 20m)COOKBOOKSRose Water & Orange Blossoms : Fresh and Classic Recipes From My Lebanese KitchenDBC11112 (6h 43m)by Maureen Aboodread by Lili KrezelWith an ingredient-focused approach that makes the most of every season's bounty, the author presents more than 100 recipes inspired by her childhood growing up as a Lebanese-American in Michigan. A 2016 Michigan Notable Book. 2015.Country Bible Church Heritage CookbookDBL8394 (4h 47m)by Country Bible Churchread by Betsie BushRecipes collected by the congregation of the Country Bible Church in Michigan. 2014.Wheat Belly Cookbook : 150 Recipes to Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight, and Find Your Path Back to HealthDBC03375 (15h 45m)by William Davisread by Michael P. DonovanAdvocates for a wheat-free diet and presents guidelines for converting the pantry and kitchen to wheatlessness. Includes 150 recipes for preparing common dishes without wheat including breakfasts, appetizers, snacks, main dishes, desserts, and baked goods. Companion to Wheat Belly (DB75896). 2013.Sweetie-licious Pies : Eat Pie, Love LifeDBC05929 (3h 25m)by Linda Hundtread by Lili KrezelMichigan-based bakery business offers recipes and stories behind 52 of their signature pies. A 2014 Michigan Notable book. 2013.Season to TasteDBL8302 (5h 24m)by Virginia Newellread by Karen GlaserMemoir of Virginia Newell who tells of her family history and experience as a caterer in Ann Arbor, Michigan. 2010.Vitamix Creations RecipesDBC00108 (8h 7m)by Vita-Mix Corporationread by Lili KrezelCollection of over 300 recipes to be prepared in the Vitamix blender including fruit smoothies, milkshakes, frozen cocktails, soups, spreads, sauces, breads, breakfasts, desserts, and salad dressings; also includes manufacturer's Care and Use Manual. 2010.TRUE CRIMEBath Massacre : America's First School BombingDBC03408 (7h 49m)by Arnie Bernsteinread by Andy AndersenThe author explores the origins and events leading up to the school bombing on May 18, 1927, in Bath Michigan, the terrible destruction at the school, and how the stunned community struggled to cope in the immediate aftermath. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2009.Michigan's Strychnine Saint : The Curious Case of Mrs. Mary McKnightDBC11056 (5h 23m)by Tobin T. Buhkread by Lili KrezelTrue crime event in 1903, Kalkaska County, Michigan. Describes the deaths of the Murphy family members, while neighbors whisper about a curse and physicians fear a contagious disease. Some violence. 2014.The Shocking Story of Helmuth Schmidt : Michigan's Original Lonely Hearts KillerDBC05895 (6h 45m)by Tobin Buhkread by Tracey DolinarTrue crime account of 1910s Detroit-area killer Helmuth Schmidt who lured women to their deaths through personals ads in east coast newspapers. Some violence. 2013.Blood on the Mitten : Infamous Michigan Murders 1700s to PresentDBC11119 (4h 50m)by Tom Carrread by Lili KrezelBlood on the Mitten presents 57 crimes of passion, necessity, or calculated evil from Michigan's history. Violence. 2016.The Sweater LetterDBC03359 (13h 5m)by Dave Distelread by Michael P. DonovanTrue crime story of a ruthless husband who tried to get away with murder in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, and the relentless police sergeant who was determined to bring him to justice. 2002.The Purple Gang : organized crime in Detroit, 1910-1945DBC03405 (6h 20m)by Paul R. Kavieffread by Andy AndersenDetailed history of Detroit's Prohibition era mobsters, the Purple Gang. Includes violence and strong language. 2000.The Other Side of the River : A Story of Two Towns, a Death, and America's DilemmaDBC11141 (12h 48m)by Alex Kotlowitzread by Michael P. DonovanWhen the body of Eric McGinnis, a black teenage boy from Benton Harbor, Michigan, is found in the river that separates St. Joseph and Benton Harbor, relations between the two communities grow increasingly strained as longheld racial misperceptions and attitudes surface. Some strong language and violence. 1998.Shortcut : The Seeberville Murders and the Dark Side of the American DreamDBC03355 (22h 59m)by Steve Lehtoread by Michael P. DonovanA study of violent events of the 1913-1914 Michigan Copper Country miners' strike, especially the shooting deaths of two strikers in Seeberville on August 14, 1913, and the related legal proceedings. 2011.Isadore's Secret : Sin, Murder, and Confession in a Northern Michigan TownDBC03395 (13h 29m)by Mardi Linkread by Karen GlaserA gripping account of the mysterious disappearance of a young nun in a northern Michigan town and the national controversy that followed when she turned up dead and buried in the basement of the church. A 2010 Michigan Notable Book selection. 2009.When Evil Came to Good HartDBC11074 (7h)by Mardi Linkread by Lydia HillerThe true crime, cold-case file of the murders of a wealthy Detroit-area family in their northern Michigan cabin in 1968. Violence. 2008.Wicked Takes the Witness Stand : A Tale of Murder and Twisted Deceit in Northern MichiganDBC05922 (17h 24m)by Mardi Linkread by Nicholas ColovosGaylord, Michigan. An account of a 1986 unsolved murder, vindictive prosecution, and a psychotic key witness whose testimony led to the wrongful imprisonment of five innocent men. Violence and strong language. 2015.Murder in Battle Creek : The Mysterious Death of Daisy ZickDBC03400 (4h 37m)by Blaine L. Pardoeread by Caitlin WolfeMichigan's 1963 unsolved crime of the murder of Daisy Zick. Some descriptions of violence. 2013.Wicked Ann Arbor(Wicked Michigan Series)DBC05896 (3h 24m)by James Thomas Mannread by Andrew HeadHistoric true crime in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Some descriptions of violence. 2011.Wicked Ottawa County, Michigan(Wicked Michigan Series)DBC05897 (4h)by Amberrose Hammondread by Jamila JonesOttawa County, Michigan, true crime tales of sin, scandal, and crime including jilted lovers, Ku Klux Klan members, and gangsters. Some violence. 2011.Wicked Washtenaw County : Strange Tales of the Grisly and Unexplained(Wicked Michigan Series)DBC00127 (4h 57m)by James Thomas Mannread by Nicholas ColovosTrue crime account of unexplained murders and vicious crimes in Washtenaw County, Michigan. 2010.CHILDREN’S BOOKSPrairie EversDBC00119 (3h 16m)by Ellen Airgoodread by Tayler ConklinAfter having been home-schooled by her grandmother, Prairie Evers moves with her family to rural New York where she begins attending public school. She eases the difficult transition by raising chickens and helping her new friend, Ivy. For grades 3-6. 2012.Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard BandDBC00122 (17m)by Kwame Alexanderread by Kwame AlexanderAcoustic Rooster forms a jazz band to compete in the annual Barnyard Talent Show. Includes glossary, notes on the characters and songs, and jazz timeline. A 2014 Michigan Reads! selection. For grades K-3. 2011.Alien Ice Cream(Heroes A2Z, Book 1)DBC05898 (47m)by David Anthonyread by Lydia HillerThree young heroes in Traverse City, Michigan, discover ice cream monsters created by mysterious aliens who have plans to take over the world. For grades 2-4. 2007.Bowling Over Halloween(Heroes A2Z, Book 2)DBC05899 (52m)by David Anthonyread by Lydia HillerThree young heroes in Traverse City, Michigan, confront the Halloween fudge monster that is trying to take over the town. For grades 2-4. 2007.Cherry Bomb Squad(Heroes A2Z, Book 3)DBC05900 (55m)by David Anthonyread by Lydia HillerThree young heroes in Traverse City, Michigan, are attacked by walking cherry tree monsters. For grades 2-4. 2007.Digging for Dinos(Heroes A2Z, Book 4)DBC05901 (55m)by David Anthonyread by Lydia HillerThree young heroes in Traverse City, Michigan, take a trip to the beach and do some digging, only to discover some terrifying dinosaurs. For grades 2-4. 2008.Easter Egg Haunt(Heroes A2Z, Book 5)DBC03422 (59m)by David Anthonyread by Mark SimonisThree young heroes in Traverse City, Michigan, try to save the local Easter egg hunt from ghosts and chocolate bunny monsters. For grades 2-4. 2008.Fowl Mouthwash(Heroes A2Z, Book 6)DBC03343 (41m)by David Anthonyread by Sami GeorgeThree young heroes in Traverse City, Michigan, discover a mouthwash that makes everyone think they are chickens. For grades 2-4. 2008.Guitar Rocket Star(Heroes A2Z, Book 7)DBC03344 (55m)by David Anthonyread by Sarah MatthewsIn Traverse City, Michigan, a battle of the bands turns into a real war. It's rock versus roll as mullets try to steal the show. One wrong note, and everything could be out of tune. For grades 2-4. 2008.Holiday Holdup(Heroes A2Z, Book 8)DBC03345 (1h 3m)by David Anthonyread by Laura ChallThree young heroes try to save Christmas from candy bandits who are stealing presents from under the Christmas trees of Traverse City, Michigan. For grades 2-4. 2009.Ivy League All-Stars(Heroes A2Z, Book 9)DBC03346 (1h 2m)by David Anthonyread by Katie MaggartThree young heroes in Traverse City, Michigan, team up in a little league championship baseball game against evil plant monsters. For grades 2-4. 2009.Joey Down Under(Heroes A2Z, Book 10)DBC03347 (1h 5m)by David Anthonyread by Paige ConwayThree young heroes from Traverse City, Michigan, visit Mackinac Island for Australian days. They meet kangaroos, koalas, and a kid named Joey who is a bossy Aussie from down under. For grades 2-4. 2009.Kung Fu Kitties(Heroes A2Z, Book 11)DBC03348 (1h 10m)by David Anthonyread by Melissa MerciecaThree young heroes from Traverse City, Michigan, track down the missing milk when famous felines Chuck Morris, Moose Lee, and Lucy Mew prowl into town. For grades 2-4. 2009.Lost Puppy Love(Heroes A2Z, Book 12)DBC03349 (1h 1m)by David Anthonyread by Dan IngleseIn Traverse City, Michigan, people become pets when they drink a lost puppy's Love Potion #K9. For grades 2-4. 2011.Monkey Monster Truck(Heroes A2Z, Book 13)DBC03350 (1h 10m)by David Anthonyread by Beau BielskiThree young heroes from Traverse City, Michigan, attend a monster truck rally that turns into a real barrel of monkeys. For grades 2-4. 2012.Nursery Rhyme Crime(Heroes A2Z, Book 14)DBC03351 (1h 10m)by David Anthonyread by Jamila JonesThree young heroes battle nursery rhyme characters that have escaped from books and turned to crime in Traverse City, Michigan. For grades 2-4. 2013.M is for Mitten : A Michigan AlphabetDBC11092 (21m)by Annie Applefordread by Danielle E. WardAlphabet book representing the state of Michigan from "apple blossom" to "Detroit Zoo." A 2000 Michigan Notable book. For preschool to grade 2. 1999.Michigan : The Wolverine StateDBC05914 (2h 5m)by Rachel Barenblatread by Marion ContompasisHistory, geography, people, politics and government, economy, and social life and customs of Michigan. For grades 5-8. 2002.Mail by the PailDBC11089 (12m)by Colin Bergelread by Danielle E. WardA young girl learns how her father will receive his birthday card while he works on a freighter carrying coal on Lake Michigan. A 2001 Michigan Notable book. For grades K-3. 2000.Miss Colfax's LightDBC11088 (16m)by Aimee Bissonetteread by Danielle E. WardThe story of Harriet Colfax who became the lighthouse keeper for the Michigan City Lighthouse off Lake Michigan at age 37 and kept the light burning for 43 years, through storms, harsh winters, and changes in technology. Includes excerpts from her actual log. For grades 2-4. 2016.The Misadventures of Mistletoe MouseDBC11047 (1hr 33m)by Susan Bourrieread by Taylor VillarrealMistletoe Mouse and Molly Dolly have adventures while solving Christmas-time troubles. For grades 2-4. 2016.When Lighthouses are Dark : A Story of a Lake Superior IslandDBC11039 (6h 47m)by Ethel C. Brillread by Betsie BushThe story of four children stranded on a Lake Superior island who take refuge in a deserted lighthouse hoping to survive the winter. For grades 4-7. 1921.MichiganDBC05915 (40m)by Capstone Press Geography Departmentread by Marion ContompasisHistory, geography, and people of Michigan. For grades 4-7. 1996.Bernida : A Michigan Sailing LegendDBC05940 (14m)by Al Declercqread by Derek BryIn 1925 a sailboat named Bernida wins the inaugural Port Huron to Mackinac Race. After years of neglect and with new owners, the sailboat re-enters the race in 2012. For grades 2-4. A 2015 Michigan Notable book. 2014.Pink Tiara Cookies for ThreeDBC00101 (13m)by Maria Dismondyread by Danielle E. WardSami struggles and succeeds in including a new friend into her group. Includes a note to families about bullying. For grades 2-4. 2011.Colored CarDBC00114 (4h 5m)by Jean Alicia Elsterread by Danielle E. WardRiding the train from Michigan to Tennessee, Patsy must find a way to understand her experience in the colored car and also deal with the more subtle injustices that her family faces in Detroit. For grades 4-7. A 2014 Michigan Notable book. 2013.Just Call Me Joe Joe(Joe Joe in the City, Book 1)DBC00123 (24m)by Jean Alicia Elsterread by Danielle E. WardReading a library book about the old Negro Baseball Leagues and the talented men who played in them gives Joe Joe the strength and self-esteem to do something difficult. For grades 4-7. 2001.I Have a Dream, Too!(Joe Joe in the City, Book 2)DBC00124 (25m)by Jean Alicia Elsterread by Danielle E. WardAs he reads about Mary McLeod Bethune, Joe Joe learns to hold onto his dream of going to college and works to make it happen, despite the teasing of his friends. For grades 4-7. 2002.I'll Fly My Own Plane(Joe Joe in the City, Book 3)DBC00125 (27m)by Jean Alicia Elsterread by Danielle E. WardJoe Joe is tempted to earn "easy money" drug running like his friend Tyrone, but reading about the Tuskegee Airmen helps him decide what he should do. For grades 4-7. 2002.I'll Do the Right Thing(Joe Joe in the City, Book 4)DBC00126 (26m)by Jean Alicia Elsterread by Danielle E. WardWhen Joe Joe's friend Tyrone wants him to join his gang at school, Joe Joe finds that listening to his grandmother and learning about the statesman Ralph J. Bunche help him decide what to do. For grades 4-7. 2003.Miss Martin is a MartianDBC11082 (14m)by Colleen M. Fisherread by JoAnn DashnerMelvin Baxter is convinced that his new teacher, Miss Martin, is a Martian. For grades 4-7. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. 2011.The Outdoor Museum : The Magic of Michigan's Marshall M. FredericksDBC00121 (1h)by Marcy Heller Fisherread by Tonia BickfordAbby and her mother spend a day looking at the sculptures of Marshall Fredericks around Detroit. Includes information about the sculptor, his work, the sculptural process, and a list of sculptures in the Great Lakes region. For grades 3-6. 2001.Leonardo's HorseDBC11090 (22m)by Jean Fritzread by Danielle E. WardThe story behind the American Horse at the Frederik Meijer Gardens. An artistic idea envisioned but never finished by Leonardo da Vinci, the horse was subsequently completed by a pair of American artists in 1999. One bronzed statue remains in Milan, Italy, and the other resides in Grand Rapids. A 2002 Michigan Notable book. For grades 3-6. 2001.Living on Sisu : The 1913 Union Copper Strike TragedyDBC03389 (6h 9m)by Deborah K. Frontieraread by Karen GlaserPresented in fictional journal entries, 12-year-old Emma Niemi relates the events surrounding the copper mining strike of 1913 in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties of Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the Italian Hall fire on Christmas Eve. For junior and senior high readers. 2009.Barnyard SongDBC11101 (6m)by Rhonda Gowler Greeneread by Catherine G. LancasterWhen the barn yard animals catch the flu, the farmer takes care of them until their usual voices return. A 2004 Michigan Reads! selection. For preschool to grade 2. 1997.Step Up! : A Mackinac Island TaleDBC05970 (9m)by Cathe Hahnread by Megan CochraneDuring a day trip to Michigan's Mackinac Island, Cooper and Robyn hear about the day on which John, Wayne, and Duke, horses that are always hitched in the same order to pull a wagon, were mixed up by a new stable boy. For grades 2-4. 2005.Big ChickensDBC00104 (9m)by Leslie Helakoskiread by Danielle E. WardWhile trying to escape from a wolf, four frightened chickens keep getting themselves into the very predicaments they are trying to avoid. A 2007 Michigan Reads! selection. For preschool-grade 2. 2006.WoolburDBC11079 (9m)by Leslie Helakoskiread by Sheryl MaseWoolbur, a sheep with a mind of his own, never seems to follow the flock, despite his parents' reminders about how he should behave. A 2013 Michigan Reads! selection. For grades K-3. 2008.Do Unto Otters : A Book About MannersDBC05894 (11m)by Laurie Kellerread by Sonya Schryer NorrisMr. Rabbit wonders if he will be able to get along with his new otter neighbors until he is reminded of the golden rule. A 2015 Michigan Reads selection. For preschool to grade 2. 2007.My Detroit GardenDBC05963 (6m)by Keri Middaughread by Katelyn WilsonA little girl moves to Detroit and misses her vegetable garden. She plants a few seedlings in a nearby vacant lot to help her feel at home in the city and discovers the joys of urban gardening. Includes a Detroit fact page and family gardening activity. For grades K-3. 2012.Stolen Treasures at Pictured Rocks(National Park Mystery, Book 1)DBC11122 (2h 24m)by Mary Morganread by Taylor VillarrealBen and Bekka explore Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Park in Michigan and discover thieves stealing artifacts from sunken ships. For grades 3-6. 2011.The Face at Mount Rushmore(National Park Mystery, Book 2)DBC11123 (2h 30m)by Mary Morganread by Taylor VillarrealBen and Bekka visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial Park in South Dakota over 4th of July and solve the mystery of a suspicious mine explosion. For grades 3-6. 2013.Spies in Disguise at Gettysburg(National Park Mystery, Book 3)DBC11124 (3h 35m)by Mary Morganread by Taylor VillarrealBen and Bekka attend a Civil War reenactment at Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania and end up uncovering a plot to ruin the event. For grades 3-6. 2013.Our Walk in the WoodsDBC11065 (7m)by Charity Nebberead by Katharyn HeadAs a young girl and her dog stroll through the woods at the beginning of spring. They each have a very different perspective on their walk together. For preschool-grade 2. 2008.Legend of MichiganDBC11078 (25m)by Trinka Hakes Nobleread by JoAnn DashnerAn old warrior and a young boy travel through the frigid cold of the north to teach the fierce North Wind how to live peacefully with his brothers, allowing the formerly uninhabitable land of Michigane to be settled. For grades 2-4. 2006.Babushka Baba YagaDBC03385 (17m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Marion ContompasisThe villagers are afraid of her, so the legendary Baba Yaga disguises herself as an old woman in order to know the joys of being a grandmother. For grades K-3. 1993.The Bee TreeDBC03425 (12m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Sue DixonTo teach his granddaughter the value of books, a grandfather leads a growing crowd in search of the tree where the bees keep their honey. For grades K-3. 1993.The Blessing CupDBC03413 (24m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Marion ContompasisA single china cup from a tea set left behind when Jews were forced to leave Russia helps hold a family together through generations of living in America, reminding them of the most important things in life. For grades 3-6. 2013.Boat Ride with Lillian Two BlossomDBC05909 (7m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Danielle E. WardA mysterious Indian woman takes William and Mabel on a strange boat ride and answers their questions about the wind, the rain, and the changing nature of the sky. For grades K-3. 1988.A Christmas TapestryDBC03426 (29m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Sue DixonA tapestry that is being used to cover a hole in a church wall at Christmas brings together an elderly couple who were separated during World War II. For grades 3-6. 2002.Clara and Davie : The True Story of Young Clara Barton Founder of the American Red CrossDBC05958 (20m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Keana ThomasDepicts the life of a young Clara Barton, the founder of the American Red Cross, and her relationship with her brother. For grades 2-4. 2014.Gifts of the HeartDBC05959 (23m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Jacquese SteeleKay Lamity, Trisha and Richie's new housekeeper, shows them how special it is to give Christmas gifts that come from the heart. For grades 2-4. 2013.Ginger and PetuniaDBC00107 (20m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Danielle E. WardWhen her beloved Ginger, a piano-playing socialite, makes a last-minute trip to London not knowing her housesitter has cancelled, Petunia the pig does more than fend for herself, she becomes Ginger. For preschool-grade 2. 2007.G is for GoatDBC05910 (4m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Danielle E. WardA rhyming celebration of goats and their antics, from A to Z. For preschool to grade 2. 2003.The Graves FamilyDBC03432 (33m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Sue DixonWhen the spooky Graves family moves to town and tries to fit in with the "normal" residents of Union City, everyone is in for a few surprises. For grades K-3. 2003.January's SparrowDBC00106 (45m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Danielle E. WardAfter a fellow slave is beaten to death, Sadie and her family flee the plantation for freedom through the Underground Railroad. A 2010 Michigan Notable book. For grades 4-7. 2009.Mrs. MackDBC05966 (36m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Taylor VillarrealThe author remembers the summer when she was ten years old and staying with her father in Michigan where she took riding lessons and became best friends with a perfect horse. For grades 2-4. 1998.Mr. Wayne's MasterpieceDBC05962 (16m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Jennifer EnglishBecause she is afraid to read an essay aloud in English class, young Patricia is invited to take Mr. Wayne's drama class where she paints sets, participates in fun exercises, and memorizes every part in the play. For grades 2-4. 2014.Rotten Richie and the Ultimate DareDBC05912 (20m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Danielle E. WardRichie and his younger sister Trisha face off in an ice hockey and dance contest to see whose hobby is more challenging. For grades K-3. 2006.Something About Hensley'sDBC03433 (20m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Sue DixonHensley's, a neighborhood general store, always seems to have what Molly, Kate, and their mother need. For grades K-3. 2006.Thunder CakeDBC05913 (9m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Danielle E. WardA grandmother helps her granddaughter get over her fear of thunderstorms by helping her bake a thunder cake. For grades K-3. 1990.Welcome ComfortDBC05908 (14m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Danielle E. WardWelcome Comfort, a lonely foster child, is assured by his friend, the school custodian, that there is a Santa Claus, but he does not discover the truth until one Christmas Eve. For grades K-3. 1999.When Lightning Comes in a JarDBC05911 (16m)by Patricia Polaccoread by Danielle E. WardA young girl describes the family reunion at her grandmother's house, from the food and baseball and photos to the flickering fireflies on the lawn. For grades K-3. 2002.Apple Cider Making DaysDBC00100 (10m)by Ann Purmellread by Danielle E. WardAlex and Abigail join the whole family in processing and selling apples and apple cider at their grandfather's farm. For grades K-3. 2002.Mayhem on Mackinac Island(Michigan Chillers, Book 1)DBC11087 (2h 55m)by Johnathan Randread by Alyse VanAckerA brother and sister on vacation on Mackinac Island discover a fantasy world and must defeat an evil sorcerer in order to escape. For grades 4-7. 2000.Terror Stalks Traverse City(Michigan Chillers, Book 2)DBC03369 (1h 59m)by Johnathan Randread by Derek BryWhen Matt receives a magic kit for Christmas, he is surprised that it really has powers. By accident, he creates a snow monster that causes great terror in Traverse City, Michigan. For grades 4-7. 2000.Poltergeists of Petoskey(Michigan Chillers, Book 3)DBC11075 (2h 16m)by Johnathan Randread by Max KingAfter moving into a one hundred year old home in Petoskey, Michigan, twins Alex and Adrian discover that the place is haunted by a poltergeist. Together they try to rid their home of the terrible ghost, but the ghost has other ideas. For grades 4-7. 1999.Gargoyles of Gaylord(Michigan Chillers, Book 5)DBC11117 (2h 27m)by Johnathan Randread by Alyse VanAckerAfter gargoyles escape their dark underground world, two kids and their neighbor must find them and put them back. For grades 4-7. 2000.Strange Spirits of St. Ignace(Michigan Chillers, Book 6)DBC11113 (2h 30m)by Johnathan Randread by Derek BryWhen three siblings become lost in the forest in St. Ignace, Michigan, they discover spirits from another realm. For grades 4-7. 2000.Dinosaurs Destroy Detroit(Michigan Chillers, Book 8)DBC11118 (2h 15m)by Johnathan Randread by Derek BryDiscovering a strange "window" through time, Nick and Summer visit the time of the dinosaurs and bring back a dinosaur egg as proof, but soon other dinosaurs find their way through the time portal and begin to wreak havoc on Detroit, Michigan. For grades 4-7. 2001.Sinister Spiders of Saginaw(Michigan Chillers, Book 9)DBC03381 (2hr 26m)by Johnathan Randread by Taylor VillarrealA girl who has an intense fear of spiders realizes that Saginaw is about to be invaded by giant man-eating spiders. Now she and her friend need to defeat them, but it is more complicated than she expects. For grades 4-7. 2001.AuSable Alligators(Michigan Chillers, Book 12)DBC05973 (2h 2m)by Johnathan Randread by Derek BryAlligators are in the Au Sable River in Michigan, and two kids must find out why, before someone gets hurt. For grades 4-7. 2005.Gruesome Ghouls of Grand Rapids(Michigan Chillers, Book 13)DBC05974 (2h 10m)by Johnathan Randread by Megan CochraneAfter ghouls escape their prison within the earth beneath Grand Rapids, Michigan, a group of kids must find a way to put them back. For grades 4-7. 2007.Bionic Bats of Bay City(Michigan Chillers, Book 14)DBC11072 (2h 6m)by Johnathan Randread by Max KingWhat started as a friendly game of hide and seek in Bay City, Michigan, turns into a flight from vicious bionic bats in one long night of horror! For grades 4-7. 2011.Calumet Copper Creatures(Michigan Chillers, Book 15)DBC11073 (2h 15m)by Johnathan Randread by Max KingAfter accidentally stumbling into an abandoned mine in Calumet, Michigan, Mikayla and her brother, Calvin, are shocked to discover the hideous copper creatures that are searching for their next victims. For grades 4-7. 2011.The Far-Flung Adventures of Homer the HummerDBC11063 (16m)by Cynthia Furlong Reynoldsread by Katharyn HeadHomer the hummingbird makes his yearly migration and has many encounters along the way. The story incorporates facts about hummingbirds. For grades 2-4. 2005.Rascal Makes Mischief on Mackinac IslandDBC05969 (13m)by Cynthia Furlong Reynoldsread by Lee CleavelandDuring a family vacation, curious young Ben and his mischievous dog Rascal explore the historic places on Mackinac Island, Michigan. For grades 2-4. 2006.Professor Tuesday's Awesome Adventures in History(Professor Tuesday, Books 1-3)DBC05939 (8h 56m)by Jeffery L. Schatzerread by Whitney BunnThe students from Miss Pepper's class go back in time with Professor Tuesday's teleporter to learn about the history of Michigan. Includes books 1-3: Chief Pontiac's War, Migrating to Michigan, and The Underground Railroad. For grades 4-7. 2009-2011.The Runaway GardenDBC00102 (8m)by Jeffery L. Schatzerread by Danielle E. WardWhen a young girl gets tired of working in the garden and threatens to run away, her grandfather tells her a story about the night the vegetables left the garden. A 2010 Michigan Reads! selection. For preschool-grade 2. 2007.Brewster the RoosterDBC00105 (9m)by Devin Scillianread by Danielle E. WardWhen Brewster, a prize-winning rooster, suddenly begins crowing at the most unexpected times, the family tries to figure out what is causing his problem. For preschool-grade 2. 2007.Memoirs of a GoldfishDBC00115 (7m)by Devin Scillianread by Devin ScillianA goldfish gives a personal account of his experiences while swimming around his bowl as it slowly fills with fish and other accessories. A 2011 Michigan Reads! selection. For preschool to grade 2. 2010.Raccoon TuneDBC00103 (5m)by Nancy Shawread by Danielle E. WardA family of raccoons prowls around a neighborhood making a ruckus looking for supper. A 2008 Michigan Reads! selection. For preschool-grade 2. 2003.To Keep the South Manitou LightDBC11046 (2h 56m)by Anna Egan Smuckerread by Adrienne ThelenHoping that they will be allowed to continue to live and work at the lighthouse after her grandfather's death in 1871, twelve-year-old Jessie bravely helps her mother take care of the lighthouse on South Manitou Island in Lake Michigan. For grades 3-6. 2005.The Juice Box Bully : Empowering Kids to Stand Up for OthersDBC11066 (14m)by Robert Sornsonread by Katharyn HeadA new student tries to be a bully at his new school, but his efforts are thwarted by the classroom's anti-bullying Promise. Includes notes to adults about teaching children to speak up against bullying. For grades 4-7. 2011.Bear Has a Story to TellDBC05941 (6m)by Philip C. Steadread by Kelly PottsBear, with the help of his animal friends, remembers the story he had hoped to tell before the onset of winter. For preschool to grade 2. A 2013 Michigan Notable book. 2012.Whistle Up the BayDBC03428 (6h 1m)by Nancy Stoneread by Karen GlaserBased on a true story, three orphaned boys in the wilderness of northern Michigan work together to survive. For grades 4-7. 1966.Mani & Pitouee : The True Legend of Sleeping Bear DunesDBC05961 (14m)by Paul H. Sutherlandread by Taylor Alexis BlairThe tale of little bear Karuna, his otter friends Mani & Pitouee, and how a playful cherry-spitting contest helped the Sleeping Bear Dunes and the Manitou Islands of northern Michigan get their names. For grades 2-4. 2005.Holly Wild : Bamboozled on Beaver Island (Holly Wild, Book 1)DBC05876 (2h 42m)by Lori Taylorread by Danielle E. WardTen-year old explorer, Holly Wild, travels with her friends to Michigan's Beaver Island to attend Museum Week, enter an art show, learn about reptiles and amphibians, and attempt to prevent commercial development on the island. For grades 2-4. 2011.Holly Wild : Let Sleeping Bear Dunes Lie (Holly Wild, Book 2)DBC05877 (2h 57m)by Lori Taylorread by Danielle E. WardTen-year old explorer, Holly Wild, travels with her friends to Michigan's Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore where she faces her fears while trying to solve the park's water problem. For grades 2-4. 2012.Holly Wild : Packing for the Porkies(Holly Wild, Book 3)DBC05946 (3h 55m)by Lori Taylorread by Danielle E. WardTen-year old explorer, Holly Wild, travels with her team to the Upper Peninsula and Michigan's largest state park, the Porcupine Mountains. Holly learns about teamwork and survival in the wilderness and encounters the forest folk legend Bigfoot. For grades 2-4. 2013.Holly Wild : Questpedition for da Yooper Stone (Holly Wild, Book 4)DBC05947 (3h 12m)by Lori Taylorread by Danielle E. WardExplorer Holly Wild and her team are followed by secrets, legends, and a mysterious story teller as they travel east across Michigan's U.P. Holly is on a quest for the stone that will help her face the rocky changes awaiting her in middle school. For grades 2-4. 2015.Flight of MegizzewasDBC05967 (6m)by Karen Trolenbergread by Bonnie BairleyAn eagle named Megizzewas flies over the Michigan landscape, greeting the people, animals, and wildlife that abound. At the end of the day, Megizzewas and the rest of the Michigan world say goodnight. For grades K-3. 2015.The Legend of Mackinac IslandDBC11091 (14m)by Kathy-jo Warginread by Danielle E. WardRetells the story of the great turtle Makinauk that enlists the aid of other animals to help create the special place known as Mackinac Island. A 1999 Michigan Notable book. For grades 2-4. 1999.Legend of the Lady's SlipperDBC11076 (20m)by Kathy-jo Warginread by JoAnn DashnerOne winter, when the people of her village become terribly ill, Running Flower braves the snow and freezing cold to race to the village on the other side of the forest for medicine. Based on an Ojibwe legend. For grades 2-4. 2001.Legend of the LoonDBC11077 (20m)by Kathy-jo Warginread by JoAnn DashnerAfter being shown the wonders of nature by Grandmother Lom, two children venture out in her boat alone, find themselves in danger, and are rescued by a mysterious bird. For grades 2-4. 2000.Mitt, the Michigan Mouse(Mitt & Minn, Book 1)DBC03396 (1h 57m)by Kathy-jo Warginread by Marion ContompasisA white-footed mouse lives in a mitten that is his only reminder of the family he once had. When it is stolen, Mitt sets out for the city to find the owner of the dog that took his home. For grades 2-4. 2006.Minn from Minnesota(Mitt & Minn, Book 2)DBC03397 (1h 48m)by Kathy-jo Warginread by Marion ContompasisWhen a white-footed mouse is snatched from the Minnesota cabin she shares with an elderly animal rescuer, she endures many dangerous adventures and narrow escapes as she tries to find her way back home. For grades 2-4. 2006.Mitt and Minn at the Wisconsin Cheese Jamboree (Mitt & Minn, Book 3)DBC03398 (2h 4m)by Kathy-jo Warginread by Marion ContompasisTwo white-footed mice, one from Michigan and one from Minnesota, are both seeking home and family when they meet at a cheese-eating contest in Wisconsin. For grades 2-4. 2006.Mitt and Minn's Illinois Adventure(Mitt & Minn, Book 4)DBC00109 (2h 5m)by Kathy-jo Warginread by Marion ContompasisBrother and sister white-footed mice experience exciting and scary adventures as they desperately search Illinois for their parents. For grades 2-4. 2007The Michigan Reader for Boys and GirlsDBC11068 (44m)by Kathy-jo Warginread by Sadie PappasCollection of stories, poems, and games about Michigan for beginning readers. 2001.Moose on the LooseDBC11084 (6m)by Kathy-jo Warginread by Sheryl MaseThrough rhyming text, a boy plays with and tries to keep up with a moose on the loose in his house. For preschool-grade 2. A 2012 Michigan Reads! selection. 2009.Bubble Gum, Bubble GumDBC11096 (6m)by Lisa Wheelerread by Catherine G. LancasterAfter a variety of animals get stuck in bubble gum melting in the road, they must survive encounters with a big blue truck and a burly black bear. A 2017 Michigan Reads selection. For preschool to grade 2. 2004.Mackinac Bridge : The Story of the Five-Mile PoemDBC05960 (19m)by Gloria Whelanread by Joseph MeierAlthough it will mean that their father can no longer make a living running a ferry boat, thirteen-year-old Mark and his brother Luke are excited about the building of a five-mile bridge across the Straits of Mackinac in Michigan in 1957. For grades 2-4. A 2007 Michigan Notable book. 2006.Waiting for the Owl's CallDBC11064 (13m)by Gloria Whelanread by Katharyn HeadA young Turkoman girl spends her days hand-making rugs while wishing she could attend school. Includes author's note about exploitation of children in the carpet-making industry in Middle Eastern countries. For grades 4-7. 2009.They Loved to LaughDBC03388 (8h 30m)by Kathryn Worthread by Karen GlaserSixteen-year-old orphan Martitia Howland has been transplanted into a Quaker farm family of five intimidating sons and one disapproving daughter. As Martitia runs their gauntlet, she suffers their teasing but finally begins to bloom. For junior and senior high readers. 1942.HOW TO ORDERTo order digital talking books from this catalog: Complete the order form, fold pages in half, secure with tape, and mail back to the Michigan Braille and Talking Book Library.Or place the order by telephone by calling the Lansing location at 1-800-992-9012.Name ________________________________________Address _____________________________________City __________________________________________State ______________ ZIP ______________________DBC00005DBC00100DBC00101DBC00102DBC00103DBC00104DBC00105DBC00106DBC00107DBC00108DBC00109DBC00110DBC00111DBC00112DBC00113DBC00114DBC00115DBC00116DBC00117DBC00118DBC00119DBC00120DBC00121DBC00122DBC00123DBC00124DBC00125DBC00126DBC00127DBC00128DBC00129DBC03336DBC03337DBC03338DBC03339DBC03340DBC03341DBC03342DBC03343DBC03344DBC03345DBC03346DBC03347DBC03348DBC03349DBC03350DBC03351DBC03355DBC03356DBC03357DBC03358DBC03359DBC03360DBC03361DBC03362DBC03363DBC03364DBC03365DBC03366DBC03367DBC03368DBC03369DBC03370DBC03371DBC03372DBC03373DBC03375DBC03376DBC03377DBC03378DBC03379DBC03380DBC03381DBC03382DBC03383DBC03384DBC03385DBC03386DBC03387DBC03388DBC03389DBC03390DBC03391DBC03392DBC03393DBC03394DBC03395DBC03396DBC03397DBC03398DBC03399DBC03400DBC03401DBC03402DBC03403DBC03404DBC03405DBC03406DBC03407DBC03408DBC03409DBC03410DBC03411DBC03412DBC03413DBC03414DBC03415DBC03416DBC03417DBC03418DBC03419DBC03420DBC03421DBC03422DBC03423DBC03424DBC03425DBC03426DBC03427DBC03428DBC03429DBC03430DBC03431DBC03432DBC03433DBC03434DBC03435DBC05876DBC05877DBC05879DBC05880DBC05881DBC05882DBC05883DBC05884DBC05885DBC05886DBC05889DBC05890DBC05891DBC05892DBC05893DBC05894DBC05895DBC05896DBC05897DBC05898DBC05899DBC05900DBC05901DBC05902DBC05903DBC05904DBC05905DBC05906DBC05908DBC05909DBC05910DBC05911DBC05912DBC05913DBC05914DBC05915DBC05916DBC05917DBC05918DBC05919DBC05920DBC05921DBC05922DBC05923DBC05924DBC05925DBC05926DBC05927DBC05929DBC05930DBC05931DBC05932DBC05933DBC05934DBC05935DBC05936DBC05937DBC05938DBC05939DBC05940DBC05941DBC05942DBC05944DBC05945DBC05946DBC05947DBC05948DBC05949DBC05950DBC05951DBC05952DBC05953DBC05954DBC05955DBC05956DBC05957DBC05958DBC05959DBC05960DBC05961DBC05962DBC05963DBC05966DBC05967DBC05969DBC05970DBC05973DBC05974DBC11036DBC11037DBC11038DBC11039DBC11041DBC11042DBC11043DBC11044DBC11045DBC11046DBC11047DBC11048DBC11049DBC11050DBC11051DBC11052DBC11053DBC11055DBC11056DBC11057DBC11058DBC11059DBC11060DBC11062DBC11063DBC11064DBC11065DBC11066DBC11067DBC11068DBC11069DBC11070DBC11071DBC11072DBC11073DBC11074DBC11075DBC11076DBC11077DBC11078DBC11079DBC11080DBC11081DBC11082DBC11083DBC11084DBC11085DBC11086DBC11087DBC11088DBC11089DBC11090DBC11091DBC11092DBC11094DBC11096DBC11097DBC11098DBC11099DBC11101DBC11102DBC11103DBC11104DBC11105DBC11112DBC11113DBC11114DBC11115DBC11116DBC11117DBC11118DBC11119DBC11120DBC11121DBC11122DBC11123DBC11124DBC11133DBC11135DBC11136DBC11137DBC11138DBC11141DBC11144DBC11146DBC11154DBC11155DBC11156DBC11157DBC11158DBC11161DBC11162DBL8302DBL8394DBL84244962525207010Free Matter for the Blind or Handicapped00Free Matter for the Blind or HandicappedFrom: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Bureau of Services for Blind PersonsBraille and Talking Book Library702 W Kalamazoo StPO Box 30007Lansing, MI 48915OTHER QUESTIONS? 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