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The SEKnFind Newsletter
December 2022
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New Fiction
All the blood we share : a novel of the bloody benders of Kansas
by Camilla Bruce

The family of a gifted medium who can receive messages from Beyond are welcomed by the town of Cherrvale, but no one knows about their other business, in a novel based on the true story of old West serial killers.

Never name the dead : a novel
by Donna M. Rowell

“Old grudges, tribal traditions, and outside influences collide for a Kiowa woman as forces threaten her family, her tribe, and the land of her ancestors…A cryptic voice message from her grandfather, James Sawpole, telling her to come home sounds so wrong that she catches the next plane to Oklahoma…When Mud and her cousin Denny discover her grandfather missing…and stumble across a body in his work room–Mud has no choice but to search for answers. Mud sets out into the Wildlife Refuge, determined to clear her grandfather’s name and identify the killer”

Sometimes people die : a novel
by Simon Stephenson

“Returning to practice after a suspension for stealing opioids, a young doctor takes the only job he can find: a post as a physician at the struggling St. Luke’s Hospital in east London. Amid the maelstrom of sick patients, overworked staff, and underfunded wards, a more insidious secret soon declares itself: too many patients are dying. And a murderer may be lurking in plain sight”

When Franny stands up
by Eden Robins

“Franny Steinberg knows there’s powerful magic in laughter. She’s witnessed it. With the men of Chicago off fighting WWII on distant shores, Franny has watched the women of the city taking charge of the war effort. But amidst the war bond sales and factory shifts, something surprising has emerged, something Franny could never have expected. A new marvel that has women flocking to comedy clubs across the nation: the Showstopper. When Franny steps into Chicago’s Blue Moon comedy club, she realizes the power of a Showstopper-that specific magic sparked when an audience laughs so hard, they are momentarily transformed. And while each comedian’s Showstopper is different, they all have one thing in common: they only work on women. After a traumatic flashback propels her onstage in a torn bridesmaid dress, Franny discovers her own Showstopper is something new. And suddenly she has the power to change everything…for herself, for her audience, and for the people who may need it most”

Now is not the time to panic : a novel
by Kevin Wilson

Twenty years after secretly causing panic in her hometown through the written word and artwork, along with a fellow loner named Zeke, famous author, mom and wife Frances Eleanor Budge gets a call that brings her past rushing back, threatening to upend everything. 200,000 first printing.

Anon pls. : a novel
by Deuxmoi

A debut novel by the anonymous creator of the Internets best gossip Instagram account takes readers behind the scenes in a novel that recounts her accidental rise to becoming the queen of blind-items. 150,000 first printing.

All I want for Christmas
by Maggie Knox

“A pitch-perfect holiday rom com about two oil-and-water reality-star country singers who must fake a relationship in order to win the opportunity of a lifetime, perfect for fans of Sally Thorne’s The Hating Game and Christina Lauren’s In a Holidaze”

To each this world
by Julie Czerneda

“Biologist Julie E. Czerneda’s new standalone science fiction novel, To Each This World follows a desperate mission to reconnect with long lost sleeper ships, sent centuries earlier from Earth to settle distant worlds. A trio of humans must work with their mysterious alien allies to rescue any descendants they can find on those worlds. Something is out there, determined to claim the cosmos for itself, and only on Earth will humans be safe. Or will they? The challenge isn’t just to communicate with your own kind after generations have passed. It’s to understand what isn’t your kind at all. And how far will trust take you, when the truth depends on what you are?”

The Luminaries
by Susan Dennard

“To reclaim her familys standing within the Luminaries, an ancient order standing between humanity and nightmares, Winnie must pass the hunter trials, entering a world of danger, lies and betrayal where she must protect her town, her family and her heart. 200,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.”

One woman’s war : a novel of the real Miss Moneypenny
by Christine Wells

World War II British Naval Intelligence officer Victoire Bennett’s mission to deceive the Germans about Allied invasion plans is jeopardized by a beautiful Austrian double agent, determined to survive in wartime England, who must choose whether to remainloyal to the British or betray thousands of men to their deaths

Sundown
by Susan May Warren

“Everyone else might believe the mysterious woman at Sky King Ranch has lost her memory, but Colt Kingston knows when someone is lying. Now he just has to find out if the lies are meant to save her . . . or protect them”

Silver Trail Christmas
by Nik James

When his business partner, Henry, is accused of murdering their troublemaking neighbor, ranch owner Caleb Marlowe risks everything to bring the real killer to justice, refusing to let Henry go down without a fight. Original.

New Audiobooks
The light we carry : overcoming in uncertain times
by Michelle Obama

“Michelle Obama offers readers a series of fresh stories and insightful reflections on change, challenge, and power, including her belief that when we light up for others, we can illuminate the richness and potential of the world around us, discovering deeper truths and new pathways for progress. Drawing from her experiences as a mother, daughter, spouse, friend, and First Lady, she shares the habits and principles she has developed to successfully adapt to change and overcome various obstacles–the earned wisdom that helps her continue to “become””

The twelve topsy-turvy, very messy days of Christmas
by James Patterson

During the holiday season, a family of three, missing someone very dear to them, find their house filling up with unexpected guests, making Christmas memories to last a lifetime

Hunting time
by Jeffery Deaver

A wealthy entrepreneur hires Colter Shaw to track down and protect his employee, Allison Parker, a brilliant engineer, who is on the run from her ex-husband with her teenage daughter, in the fourth novel of the series following Hunting Time. Simultaneous.

New Nonfiction
Cheap land Colorado : off-gridders at America’s edge
by Ted Conover

The Pulitzer Prize finalist and National Book Critics Circle Award-winning author recounts his experiences living off the grid in Colorado with vivid depictions of the diversity of people he encountered on his journey. Illustrations.

How to be weird : an off-kilter guide to living a one-of-a-kind life
by Eric Wilson

This guidebook for overcoming the monotony of everyday life shows how to embrace the joys that come with living an off-kilter life through 99 fun and philosophically rich exercises. Original.

Taking stock : a hospice doctor’s advice on financial independence, building wealth, and living a regret-free life
by Jordan Grumet

“Written by a hospice doctor with a unique front-row seat to the regrets of his dying patients, this book will remind you to take stock of life now, before it is too late. The goal of financial independence is to have the economic fuel to live a full life and avoid regret. Taking Stock is your guide to taking control of your finances and investing in yourself “

How to speak whale : a voyage into the future of animal communication
by Tom Mustill

Drawing from his experience as a naturalist and wildlife filmmaker, the author, who survived a whale encounter, examines how scientists and start-ups around the world are decoding animal communications and what the consequences of such human interaction could be.

Brain energy : a revolutionary breakthrough in understanding mental health–and improving treatment for anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and more
by Christopher M. Palmer

“Brain Energy explains this new understanding of mental illness in detail, from symptoms and risk factors to what is happening in brain cells. Palmer also sheds light on the new treatment pathways this theory opens up-which apply to all mental disorders,including anxiety, depression, ADHD, alcoholism, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, autism, and even schizophrenia”

The complete modern pantry : 350+ ways to cook well with what’s on hand
by America’s Test Kitchen

“Flexibility is at the core of pantry cooking–when every cook needs to improvise. This unique guide helps you get the most out of your own pantry by showing how ingredients add crunch, acid, umami, or spice to a dish. Whether making Gochujang-Tahini Noodles, a top-it-your-way Savory Dutch Baby, or Chana Masala, Pantry Improv tips offer hundreds of ways to adapt meals based on what’s on hand, while helping you to round out your pantry with high-flavor seasonings to turn the simplest meal into something fantastic”

Painting can save your life : how & why we paint
by Sara Woster

Weaving instruction on how to paint with her own story of discovering a passion for painting, a painter, teacher and art evangelist welcomes readers ti this transformative art form, which will help them see the world in a whole new way. Illustrations.

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