The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism - Naoki Higashida

Submitted by Marija713 on Mon, 2018-04-23 11:42
Staff Pick
Allison W.

Written by then 13-year-old Naoki, The Reason I Jump is a wonderful collection that answers the never-ending slew of questions regarding autism. Naoki has autism; he has a hard time communicating and every day social situations make him nervous and frustrated. But his language isn’t stunted. He’s intelligent, charming, and driven to achieve his goals and dreams. Inspired to educate the world on the mystery of the autistic brain, Naoki wrote this book, answering questions like “why do you talk so loud?”, “why don’t you make eye contact?” and, yes, even “why do you jump?”

Biography & Memoir
Psychiatric Theory & Practice
The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism By Naoki Higashida, KA Yoshida (Translated by), David Mitchell (Translated by) Cover Image

The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism (Paperback)

By Naoki Higashida, KA Yoshida (Translated by), David Mitchell (Translated by)
$18.00
ISBN: 9780812985153
Availability: Not On Our Shelves—Ships in 1-5 Days
Published: Random House Trade Paperbacks - March 22nd, 2016

In a Dark, Dark Wood - Ruth Ware

Submitted by Marija713 on Mon, 2018-04-23 11:36
Staff Pick
Allison W.

When an invitation to spend a weekend away to celebrate the upcoming marriage of an old friend arrives, lonesome writer Leonora is reluctant to accept. But accept she does and she heads into the English countryside for what is supposed to be a relaxing holiday of bachelorette games, hiking, and friendship. Soon upon arrival, however, it’s clear that tension is not only high among the guests, but outside, as well. Leonora and the other party goers may not be alone and their cabin in the woods quickly becomes something to fear, rather than the sanctuary they were hoping for.

Mystery
In a Dark, Dark Wood By Ruth Ware Cover Image

In a Dark, Dark Wood (Paperback)

By Ruth Ware
$17.99
ISBN: 9781501112331
Availability: In Stock—Click for Locations
Published: Gallery/Scout Press - April 19th, 2016

Talking as Fast as I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls (and Everything in Between) - Lauren Graham

Submitted by Marija713 on Mon, 2018-04-23 11:25
Staff Pick
Allison W.

A genre that I’ve recently grown to love and look for is the “successful and funny women writing about their successful and funny lives” genre. I enjoyed reading the tales of Tina Fey and Mindy Kaling but nothing filled my heart quite like the witty and relatable stories of Lauren Graham in Talking as Fast as I Can, which I’ve admittedly read more than once. From her beginnings as a DC local, to her college years on stage and her performances as the endearing Lorelei Gilmore and the rebellious Sarah Braverman, Graham opens the door to her life in a way that will make fans love her more than they already do. But back off she’s mine, okay? 

Biography & Memoir
Film
Talking as Fast as I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls (and Everything in Between) By Lauren Graham Cover Image

Talking as Fast as I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls (and Everything in Between) (Hardcover)

By Lauren Graham
$28.00
ISBN: 9780425285176
Availability: Special Order—Subject to Availability
Published: Ballantine Books - November 29th, 2016

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