Learning to Speak Southern to be September’s title
– The Paso Robles Library Book Group will return to its face-to-face format beginning Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021. Discussions will be held at a new time, 6-7 p.m., in the Library Story Room. September’s title is Learning to Speak Southern by Lindsey Rogers Cook. It is available in print through the Black Gold Library System and as an eBook or audiobook on the hoopla digital platform.
Synopsis of the book
Lex fled Memphis years ago, making ends meet with odd jobs teaching English around the world. She only returns when she has no choice, when her godmother presents her with a bargain she can’t refuse. Lex has never understood her mother, who died tragically right before Lex’s college graduation, but now she’s got a chance to read her journals, to try and figure out what sent her mother spiraling all those years ago. The Memphis that Lex inhabits is more bourbon and barbecue joint than sweet tea on front porches, and as sh
–Join the Paso Robles Library for a discussion of, “Bearskin” by James McLaughlin on Thursday, May 20 from 7-8 p.m. The title is available through the Black Gold Library System and the Hoopla platform. Space is limited. Registration is required for each participant to receive Zoom meetup information. The book group is designed for ages 16 and up.
Title by Michelle Gallen Library demonstrates Irish expression
–“Happy out,” an Irish expression meaning content in one’s current surroundings, is the theme for March’s adult classes and events, so discover “Happy Out” with the Library Book Group’s Zoom discussion of Big Girl Small Town on Thursday, March 18, 2021, 7-8 p.m.
Big Girl Small Town takes place in 2004 during the week after the funeral of Majella O’Neill’s grandmother, whose mysterious death shatters Majella’s safe and predictable existence and makes her an object of fascination in the town. As much as she wants things to go back to normal, Majella comes to realize that maybe there is more to life than the chip shop, the pub, and the town of Aghybogey. And it might just be that from tragedy comes Majella’s one chance at escape. Introducing a truly original voice and a truly original heroine, Big Girl Small Town should appeal to lovers of both literary and commercial fiction.
About the book
From acclaimed author Alyssa Cole comes the tale of a city Cinderella and her Prince Charming in disguise. As a former foster kid, Naledi Smith has learned that the only things she can depend on are herself and the scientific method. Prince Thabiso is the sole heir to the throne of Thesolo. Ever dutiful, he tracks down his pre-determined betrothed. When Naledi mistakes the prince for a pauper, Thabiso can’t resist the chance to experience life-and love- without the burden of his crown. The chemistry between them is instant and irresistible, and flirty friendship quickly evolves into passionate nights. But when the truth is revealed, can a princess in theory become a princess ever after?