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Author: Crissy Trask

“Green” has become the word of the decade. Only ten years ago “sustainability” was a concept little heard and even less understood. But within the last few years the rippling effects of global climate change have forced us to acknowledge the impact of our presence on this planet, and to accept the necessity of planning and acting for the future we want to leave our children. From global warming to water rights, from recycling to hybrid cars, Live Oak Public Libraries branches have books and DVDs to help us make “green” a part of everyday living.
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Author: Phillip Margolin

All through the library these days, out-of-school kids are looking at their “summer reading” lists and picking up paperback editions of the classics. Younger children are reading for the library’s Summer Reading Program “Catch the Reading Bug”. We adults are less structured but we have summer reading as well—otherwise known as Beach Reads! Yes, this is the season of the mindless novel—the fashion ‘n passion melodrama, the quirky mystery, the thrill-a-minute suspense story—the guilty pleasure that all of us enjoy, that reaches its peak in midsummer, when we all feel like we need a break! These books are guaranteed to bring you pure enjoyment, guilt free, so pick up a little relaxation this week at the branches of Live Oak Public Libraries.
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Author: Steven Raichlen

During my childhood, when it came to cooking, my Dad had two specialties—tomato soup mixed with any leftovers he could find in the fridge, and cooking on the grill. You can understand why I now despise tomato soup, and love grilling! Grilling is a passion with most dads, and it’s a great way to enjoy a family get together, whether it be a special occasion like Father’s Day, or just the family’s evening meal. Live Oak Public Libraries have lots of books that can help you (or your dad) grill like a professional, so check out some of these titles and have a great Father’s Day feast!
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Author: Anne Rice

Since I began commuting from Richmond Hill several years ago, I’ve become an avid audio book fan, and luckily I’ve been able to make sure the library has plenty of choices for listeners like me, who spend at least an hour a day on the road. When I began listening, cassettes were my only option, but since then the library has branched out into books on CD, MP3 CDs, and most recently, digital downloads. This latest development, initiated in May, allows anyone who can utilize WMA (Windows Media Audio) files to download entire books to their home computers from the Georgia Download Destination, a digital audio library accessible from the Live Oak website. Here are some of the many great new titles available in various audio formats at Live Oak Public Libraries.
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Author: Daniel Klein

Recently the Bull Street library book club tried a new twist combining biography, historical novels, and mysteries—we each had to read a mystery where the protagonist was an historical personage. That is to say—the investigator was someone who’d really lived, although probably not as depicted in these novels. In researching the subject, I discovered that there are quite a few series that fit this bill, and we had a good time exploring them. Here are some of the best.
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Author: Diane Ackerman

More than sixty years after the end of World War II, when most of those who experienced it first-hand are already lost to time, the Holocaust and its survivors can seem remote. Yet survivors still live, and in honor of these and the others who have already passed away, we continue to read and write about them, and remember them, as will happen on May 1, Yom HaShoah, the Jewish day of remembrance for Holocaust victims. Despite the distance, new books about the Holocaust and its survivors are still published each year, each a testament to the strength and endurance of the human spirit. Here are a few accounts that have come into Live Oak Public Libraries branches recently. All of them are thoughtful reads that will bring an ache to your throat.
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Saving successfully for the future is a long walk on a never-ending road. It’s best to begin early! There are many routes and, not surprisingly, a lot of detours on the way, but these books, along with many others at Live Oak Public Libraries branches, can give you varied and practical ideas for reaching your financial goals. I wouldn’t say any of these authors know all the answers, or even all the questions that will arise in your investing life, but they all have good ideas. You’ll have to decide for yourself which ones fit you the best.
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Author: Walter Reeves, Erica Glasener

I’m one of those people who can tell when it’s spring because I get that irresistible urge to grub in the dirt—dirty hands are a sure sign! If you too are a gardener, by now you are cleaning your tools, buying your seeds or bedding plants, and getting your soil ready for its new residents. These books at Live Oak Public Libraries can give you both advice and ideas for improving your yard, growing fresh veggies, or creating gorgeous flowers gardens. Dig in!
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Author: Gordon Parks

The recent Oscar ceremonies were a reminder to me of the breadth and depth of filmmaking in this country—not just popular feature films, but independent films, animation, and documentaries. A constant stream of new films of all sorts flows into Live Oak Public Libraries—each year we buy more, giving you the opportunity to stretch your mind as you stretch out on the couch. These are a just a few of the many new or classic documentaries available at library branches. Browse the nonfiction DVDs and surprise yourself.
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If you’ve ever felt that you’d be more comfortable living in another time and place, historical fiction is for you. With an infinite variety, this genre allows you to vicariously inhabit ancient Egypt, the middle ages, a prehistoric tribe, the roaring 20s—whether your taste is for Regency romances, the pioneers, or historic battles, there’s a book for you at the library. Search the catalog under the subject “historical fiction” and you’ll bring up a long list, but here are a few titles to get you started.
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