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FDL Reads: Ray and Joan

Ray and Joan by Lisa Napoli

Reviewed by: Genna Buhr, Library Director

Genre: Biography

Suggested Age: Adults

What is the book about?: Ray & Joan is the story of the Krocs, the couple that grew the global brand of McDonald’s. The book covers their lives before they were a couple, the story of their somewhat tumultuous relationship, and how their fortunes were made and used. While the book does speak some to the business, its focus shines a light on the private lives of the couple, their relationship with each other, and their relationship with money.

My Review: This book goes beyond Robin Leach and the Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous treatment. It gives an intriguing, investigative look into the lives that built an icon of American life and reminds us that money doesn’t equal perfection or happiness and that it can both help and complicate matters. In reading the book, I found the drama in the lives of both of these strong personalities to be palpable at times. Napoli depicts their lives with an even brush, neither villainizing or deifying.

Three Words That Describe This Book: Interesting, Encompassing, Golden (like the arches or the fries)

Give This a Try if You Like… Empty Mansions, Biography (television show), Big Macs

Rating: 4/5

Find it at the library!

About FDL Reads

Welcome to FDL Reads, weekly book reviews from Fondulac District Library. Librarians (and possibly some other guest reviewers) review all types of books, from children’s picture books, young adult favorites, to the latest adult thriller, and share their thoughts each week at fondulaclibrary.org. If the book is owned by Fondulac District Library (or another local library), you’ll see a direct link to the catalog entry and whether or not it is available. If it is checked out or at another local library, you will be able to place a hold as long as you have your library card and PIN numbers. As with any book review, these are our opinions…we disagree amongst ourselves about books frequently. We all have different likes and dislikes, which is what makes the world an interesting place. Please enjoy, and keep on reading!

admin2017-10-04T14:54:44-05:00October 4th, 2017|

#FDL – Happy Banned Books Week!

Happy Banned Books Week!

Hi everyone, and happy Banned Books Week! This week is like librarian Christmas. But instead of getting presents, we all talk about our most excellent freedom to read whatever we want, the books that have been targeted the most in the past year, and how we can open up dialog with our varied communities on the importance of being free to read anything we like. While Banned Books Week is an excellent way to celebrate freedom of information and access to information, it’s a little bit of a misnomer.

When we think of a book being banned, we think of it has having been removed entirely from a library, school, or book shop. This actually rarely happens. Far more often, books get challenged. The ALA defines a challenge as “an attempt to remove or restrict materials, based upon the objections of a person or group.” Perhaps Banned Book Week has better alliteration than Challenged Book Week, or has a more dramatic flair. But the bottom line for either term in regard to our celebration of the week is that no one person or group has the right to decide what everyone should and should not be reading.

A lot of times, books that get challenged are books for children and teens. This makes sense as small children and even teens don’t always make their own reading choices. Parents and other supervising adults feel protective of their young people and that’s natural. Another type of book that gets challenged fairly regularly is the graphic novel, partly because young patrons check them out and partly because images convey ideas more clearly than words sometimes. But, we have to remember that one one person finds offensive, another is completely okay with. It’s up to us as individuals to make our own reading choices and when it comes to those who can’t yet do that, choose whether or not to use controversial material as a teaching moment or save it for another time. Banned Books Week is all about the celebration of these freedoms.

The American Library Association helps ensure our freedom to read year after year. For more information on the ALA and Banned Books Week, check out this link. For a look at the most challenged books by year, you can click here. Are there books on the yearly lists that you’ve read? Good job, you biblio-rebel!

Post by Carey Gibbons, Reference Specialist

About #FDL

Welcome to #FDL! #FDL is a twice weekly update on all things Fondulac District Library and East Peoria. Twice a week, library staff will make posts that highlight some aspect of library life and relate it to you – our readers. Have you ever wanted to know which Dewey number represented a certain topic? Are you looking for book recommendations based on your favorite television show or television recommendations based on your favorite book? Have you ever wondered about the secret details of librarian life? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then #FDL is for you. We look forward to writing posts that are informative and entertaining and hope that you enjoy getting better acquainted with Fondulac District Library.

admin2017-09-27T14:24:48-05:00September 27th, 2017|

FDL Reads: Fullmetal Alchemist vol. 1

Fullmetal Alchemist vol. 1 by Arakawa Hiromu (translated by Akira Watanabi)

Reviewed by: Carey Gibbons, Reference Specialist

Genre: Fantasy

Suggested Age: Teens, Adults

What is the book about?: This first volume of Fullmetal Alchemist introduces us to the Elric Brothers – Edward and Alphonse. The brothers belong to a government organization called Alchemists – those with the power to transmute substances for the purposes of war. Edward is one of the most famous government alchemists, but he appears to be awfully young and Alphonse is a suit of armor. Just a suit of armor, with nothing inside. This first volume explains how Edward came to be one of the smartest alchemists of his age and the dangerous mission he and his brother are on – why Alphonse seems to be only a suit of armor, and why Edward is knows as the Fullmetal Alchemist.

My Review: I’m not really a manga fan, but I read this book as part of a book club and to get a better grasp on manga since people who come into the library like it so much. I didn’t expect to like it very much at all but I ended up loving it. The premise starts off in a bit of a goofy way. It’s clearly a hero’s journey/special chosen kid narrative. But little character moments throughout turn it into a story that is more driven by character than plot. I ended up really caring about the Elric brothers (who are named after Michael Moorcock’s famous albino warrior). I read the first three volumes of the series and am now invested in how everything turns out.

Three Words That Describe This Book: surprisingly sweet, occasionally grim, a little too real.

Give This a Try if You Like… the television show Supernatural, The Iron Giant, Neil Gaiman’s Sandman series.

Rating: 5/5

Find it at the library!

About FDL Reads

Welcome to FDL Reads, weekly book reviews from Fondulac District Library. Librarians (and possibly some other guest reviewers) review all types of books, from children’s picture books, young adult favorites, to the latest adult thriller, and share their thoughts each week at fondulaclibrary.org. If the book is owned by Fondulac District Library (or another local library), you’ll see a direct link to the catalog entry and whether or not it is available. If it is checked out or at another local library, you will be able to place a hold as long as you have your library card and PIN numbers. As with any book review, these are our opinions…we disagree amongst ourselves about books frequently. We all have different likes and dislikes, which is what makes the world an interesting place. Please enjoy, and keep on reading!

admin2017-09-26T13:59:10-05:00September 26th, 2017|

#FDL: Getting Started With Margaret Atwood

Getting Started With Margaret Atwood

Maybe you all saw the Emmy’s this weekend and noticed that the television adaptation of The Handmaid’s Tale cleaned up. Or maybe you didn’t see the awards show but have watched The Handmaid’s Tale and really liked it. Maybe neither of those statements are true but you’ve heard of Margaret Atwood and wanted to read something by her. Or maybe you’re just between books right now and in the mood for something that will twist up your brain. Margaret Atwood is one of those unique and awesome writers where you can’t really pin down what type of fiction she writes and so she appeals to a wide variety of readers. Her books are a little bit mystery, a little bit contemporary fiction, a little sci-fi, and a little bit women’s lit. If any of that appeals to you, here are a few good selections on where to start.

The Handmaid’s Tale – This pick is a little obvious, but it’s an amazing and unfortunately timely book that has been adapted into an incredibly popular television show. Published in 1985, the narrative follows Offred, a Handmaid in the near future Republic of Gilead. The story alternates between Offred’s current role in a wold where women are only valued for their ability to produce children, and her past where she had her own life and her own name.
Oryx and Crake – This book will suit the sci-fi fan and is my own personal favorite novel by Atwood. It starts with a disjointed account of life by the weirdly named narrator, the Snowman. Gradually, the book takes into Snowman’s past and our future, telling of a world where genetic engineering is a part of every day life and cities and colleges are owned and funded by corporations. Snowman’s personal story involves his best friend Crake and a mysterious woman tied to both of them named Oryx.
The Year of the Flood – Some people have a difficult time with Oryx and Crake because it gets off to a confusing start. The Year of the Flood tells a story set in the same universe and at the same time as Oryx and Crake but featuring different characters. It’s a more traditional beginning to the MaddAddam trilogy and you can read either book first. Atwood is a fan of time jumping narratives and The Year of the Flood goes between the childhood lives of Ren and Toby as disciples of Adam One and his eco-religious group God’s Gardeners, and their current predicaments hiding in their respective strongholds from what remains of humanity after a mass-extinction event.
Hag-Seed – Hag-Seed is Margaret Atwood’s take on The Tempest in a contemporary setting with a psychological twist. After Felix is fired from his artistic director position at the Makeshiweg Theatre Festival, he exiles himself to rural Ontario with his imaginary daughter, Miranda. He takes a job teaching Literacy Through Theatre to the prisoners at the nearby Burgess Correctional Institution, where his class stages their own bizarre production of The Tempest.
Stone Mattress: Nine Tales – Short story collections are always a great way to introduce yourself to a new author. Each story in this collection is classic Atwood – a total genre mash-up. And with short stories, you can figure out a lot faster whether this author is right for you.
Post by Carey Gibbons, Reference Specialist

About #FDL

Welcome to #FDL! #FDL is a twice weekly update on all things Fondulac District Library and East Peoria. Twice a week, library staff will make posts that highlight some aspect of library life and relate it to you – our readers. Have you ever wanted to know which Dewey number represented a certain topic? Are you looking for book recommendations based on your favorite television show or television recommendations based on your favorite book? Have you ever wondered about the secret details of librarian life? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then #FDL is for you. We look forward to writing posts that are informative and entertaining and hope that you enjoy getting better acquainted with Fondulac District Library.

admin2017-09-20T14:17:57-05:00September 20th, 2017|

FDL Reads: River of Teeth

River of Teeth by Sarah Gailey

Reviewed by: Sylvia Shults, Circulation

Genre: Fantasy

Suggested Age: Adults

What is the book about?: In the early 20th century, the United States government actually had a plan to release hippos into the swamps and bayous of Louisiana as an alternative meat source. (It’s a good thing this never historically happened, because hippos are a whole lot meaner and nastier than most people realize.) This book is set in the late 1890s, in an America that DOES have feral hippos wandering southern Louisiana. Hippo wrangler Winslow Houndstooth has a mission to deal with these hippos. He’s also out for revenge.

My Review: Wow, what a fun, FUN book! This book has the action and careless disregard for personal safety of a really well-written western. (Probably because of the time period and the action.) It’s a believable piece of alternative history, and oh my goodness, it has teeth. The characters are completely original and completely unexpected. And the author leaves the ending wide open for a sequel. (In fact, that’s my only beef with the book: it’s very short, and it has the feel of an unfinished longer novel.)

Three Words That Describe This Book: Bloody exciting adventure!

Give This a Try if You Like… Westerns, adventure

Rating: 4/5

Find it at the library!

About FDL Reads

Welcome to FDL Reads, weekly book reviews from Fondulac District Library. Librarians (and possibly some other guest reviewers) review all types of books, from children’s picture books, young adult favorites, to the latest adult thriller, and share their thoughts each week at fondulaclibrary.org. If the book is owned by Fondulac District Library (or another local library), you’ll see a direct link to the catalog entry and whether or not it is available. If it is checked out or at another local library, you will be able to place a hold as long as you have your library card and PIN numbers. As with any book review, these are our opinions…we disagree amongst ourselves about books frequently. We all have different likes and dislikes, which is what makes the world an interesting place. Please enjoy, and keep on reading!

admin2017-09-18T08:26:22-05:00September 18th, 2017|

#FDL: Five Questions

Welcome to #FDL’s feature column, Five Questions, where we ask library staff and other East Peoria residents roughly the same five questions. For this Five Questions column, we’re interviewing Genna Buhr, FDL’s Director – the lady who makes the wheels on this bus go round and round.

1. Who are you?

Hi! I’m Genna Buhr, Library Director of Fondulac District Library. I’ve been at the library for about seven years and have been leading our staff of about thirty as Director for the past two years. I’m a mom to two young boys who keep me on my toes and have been married for almost eleven years. I’m a member of the East Peoria Kiwanis and active in various library organizations. I like futzing in my yard when I have time, Muppets, and cheese. I can’t hold a tune, and I’m not a speed reader. I do like fast cars, though.

2. What is your favorite part of working at FDL?

My favorite part is that none of my days are the same. One day I might be working to ensure that the library’s budget for the next fiscal year is ready, the next day I might be helping launch a new service for the public, and the day after that I might be hanging out with Clifford the Big Red Dog. Every day brings a new surprise, and there’s always something happening at FDL.

3. What are you reading/watching/listening to right now?

I’m reading Ray and Joan by Lisa Napoli. It’s the story of Ray and Joan Kroc of the McDonald’s fortune. The book looks at not only at their complicated relationship, but also how he led the business to making its billions and how she used it for the greater good. My family is kind of wrapped up in watching the end of the latest season of America’s Got Talent, mostly because it’s entertaining and something on which we can all agree. (We agree on the show, not necessarily on which acts are our favorites!) We also like to watch The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation, which highlights past and current inventors and innovators who use (or have used) technology and design to solve problems. On the off chance I get to watch something all on my own, it’s usually a movie I brought home from the library (no horror films for me, though) or maybe something I saved to the DVR and have had every intention of watching for months, but still have gotten around to. I listen to the radio back and forth to work, but if you were sneak a peek at my Pandora or iPod, you’d see a lot of 80s, 90s, and alt-rock, some Patsy Cline, Jim Croce, Carole King, and Jimmy Buffett, and about 6 different renditions of Wild Horses.

4. If you didn’t already have your dream job, what would you be doing?

If you mean in lieu of working, I’d want to be traveling! I’ve been fortunate to see many places, but there are so many more I’d like to visit or revisit, both in the U.S. and abroad. I’ve always loved sightseeing, but I’m learning to appreciate being on a beach with a book and a frozen concoction more and more.

5. Who would win in a fight – the monster truck Bigfoot or the sasquatch Bigfoot?

That’s a toughie. So, assuming the furry Bigfoot does exist, I figure she’s fairly intelligent to have eluded everyone for this long and would probably just avoid the fight with the truck altogether. (Yeah, I’m going with a girl Bigfoot.) Then again, toe to tire, I’m not sure the yeti stands a chance against nearly 11,000 pounds and 1,000 horsepower. That’s a lot of truck. Of course, that’s assuming Bigfoot has a driver who has eluded the sasquatch! In the end, though, I think I have to pick big blue as the winner. I’ve been to the monster truck shows several times. They’re capable of some serious tricks.

Interviewed by: Carey Gibbons, Reference Specialist

About #FDL

Welcome to #FDL! #FDL is a twice weekly update on all things Fondulac District Library and East Peoria. Twice a week, library staff will make posts that highlight some aspect of library life and relate it to you – our readers. Have you ever wanted to know which Dewey number represented a certain topic? Are you looking for book recommendations based on your favorite television show or television recommendations based on your favorite book? Have you ever wondered about the secret details of librarian life? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then #FDL is for you. We look forward to writing posts that are informative and entertaining and hope that you enjoy getting better acquainted with Fondulac District Library.

admin2017-09-15T14:08:53-05:00September 15th, 2017|

FDL Reads: Strange the Dreamer

Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor

Reviewed by: Dave Gibbons, Volunteer

Genre: Fantasy

Suggested Age: Teens, Adults

What is the book about?: Moths that invade dreams, a nameless city, trapped ghosts and blue skinned gods all await Lazlo Strange as his legend unfolds. Seemingly trapped at the bottom rung of the world’s social ladder in a dull grey library monastery, the orphaned boy’s world erupts into color as mystical barbarians from ancient stories march into town looking for people to go on a long journey to a place besieged by the magic. Sarai’s people have been brutally wiped out. She and a few traumatized survivors are living atop a tower that looms above the very home of the man who perpetuated this violence. These characters’ stories intertwine to create an interesting narrative.

My Review: The world that Laini Taylor has created is lush and vibrant, full of original and relatable people and creatures. It is truly a well thought out world that is not only filled with vibrant color but also several shades of grey morality. Her world-building and character are unparalleled. The pacing and plot however are not. While absolutely gorgeous the prose is also very slow. A quarter of the book passes before anything starts to happen, and when it does the flow is either racing or crawling with little in-between. The plot does rely on tropes and clichés at times. From star crossed instant romance to the blatant hero’s journey set up – while interesting, these plots are still predictable.

Three Words That Describe This Book: Exotic, Beautiful, Epic

Give This a Try if You Like… Stardust by Neil Gaiman and Charles Vess, Seraphina by Rachael Hartman, The Mighty Thor by Walt Simonson

Rating: 4/5

Find it at the library!

About FDL Reads

Welcome to FDL Reads, weekly book reviews from Fondulac District Library. Librarians (and possibly some other guest reviewers) review all types of books, from children’s picture books, young adult favorites, to the latest adult thriller, and share their thoughts each week at fondulaclibrary.org. If the book is owned by Fondulac District Library (or another local library), you’ll see a direct link to the catalog entry and whether or not it is available. If it is checked out or at another local library, you will be able to place a hold as long as you have your library card and PIN numbers. As with any book review, these are our opinions…we disagree amongst ourselves about books frequently. We all have different likes and dislikes, which is what makes the world an interesting place. Please enjoy, and keep on reading!

admin2017-09-12T16:20:20-05:00September 12th, 2017|

#FDL: Stephen King is Having a Heck of a Year

Photo used with permission by photographer Tyler Liston, Assistant Store Manager of the Peoria Barnes & Noble.

Stephen King is Having a Heck of a Year

2017 appears to be a banner year for Stephen King and his fans. The author is going through a bit of a rediscovery process in Hollywood, which multiple works of his either having been adapted or slated to be adapted to television or film in the next year or so. He also has new written material coming out soon. Here’s a quick rundown of all 2017 things King for new and seasoned fans alike.

Television/Movies

The Mist. This SpikeTV series is based on King’s novella of the same name and is its second film adaptation. This series focuses on the individuals trapped by a deadly mist and how they live out their lives from one moment to the next, not knowing if anything remains of the outside world. The series just wrapped up on television so is not yet available on DVD.

The Dark Tower. This is a complicated adaptation. It’s named after the entirety of King’s magnum opus, starting with book 1 – The Gunslinger. But, this film adaptation isn’t a true re-creation of the series or a prequel. It’s a sort of sequel, following Roland of Gilead and Jake Chambers as they fight to stop the Man in Black from destroying the eponymous tower and the universe. A dvd release date is set for October of this year.

It. This movie that adapts of one of King’s most popular works opens tomorrow in movie theaters. Like The Mist, it is based on a book by the same name and is a second film adaptation after a two-part television mini-series from 1990. It follows a group of bullied teens taking action after they discover that a monster is hunting them one by one.

Mr. Mercedes. This adaptation is a television show currently in the middle of its first season and available through local cable providers. It’s based on King’s novel by the same name and follows retired detective Bill Hodges as he tries to find a murderer who uses a Mercedes as his weapon of choice.

Gerald’s Game. This movie adaptation of King’s book also comes out in theaters this month – on September 29th. Jessie and her husband Gerald try to add a little something extra to their marriage, and Jessie unexpectedly finds herself fighting for survival.

Books

Gwendy’s Button Box. King released this title in May of this year, co-authored by Richard T. Chizmar. This short novel takes place in Castle Rock, in the summer of 1974, when Gwendy’s daily routine is interrupted by a man dressed all in black.

Sleeping Beauties. To be released on September 26th, King has authored this book with his son, Owen King. Women all over the world are falling asleep and not waking up. With the exception of a lone woman, men are left to their own devices in this strange, new world.

The Outsider. This title will be released sometime in 2018, and very little is known about it. King was quoted by USA Today as saying, “There’s a lot of things I want to say about [this book], but I can’t. It’s too cool to talk about right now. All I can say is it won’t be out in 2017 because I’ve got enough going on.” No kidding.

Post by Carey Gibbons, Reference Specialist

About #FDL

Welcome to #FDL! #FDL is a twice weekly update on all things Fondulac District Library and East Peoria. Twice a week, library staff will make posts that highlight some aspect of library life and relate it to you – our readers. Have you ever wanted to know which Dewey number represented a certain topic? Are you looking for book recommendations based on your favorite television show or television recommendations based on your favorite book? Have you ever wondered about the secret details of librarian life? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then #FDL is for you. We look forward to writing posts that are informative and entertaining and hope that you enjoy getting better acquainted with Fondulac District Library.

admin2017-09-07T18:12:08-05:00September 7th, 2017|

FDL Reads: The Ninth Wife

The Ninth Wife by Amy Stolls

Reviewed by: Dawn Dickey, Reference Specialist

Genre: Romantic Contemporary Fiction

Suggested Age: Adult

What is the book about?: Rory and Bess have known each other only a few months before Rory proposes. Bess wants to know more about the man she is deeply in love with. She knows that his wife died and encourages Rory, on the day he proposes marriage, to tell her more about his wife:

“Wives,” [Rory] mumbles.

Bess takes a moment. “Wives?” she cries. “Plural?”. . . “And what does that mean, anyway? Two? Two wives?”

Rory doesn’t answer.

“Rory? How many?”

“Eight.” . . .

“You’ve been married eight times?” . . . Now she’s hyperventilating. The room is spinning. She has to sit down. . . . “I just want to be sure I get this right: I’d be your ninth wife.”

What is she supposed to do now? Run out? Wouldn’t any sane woman do that?

My Review: I was intrigued by the title and premise of this book, and author Amy Stolls delivered an intriguing read. Stolls deftly and realistically changes voices from Irish-born Rory to folklorist Bess, with Rory explaining the history of his multiple marriages to Bess and the fact that he is, at heart, a romantic: “I dream of everlasting love. I dream of that with you.” Stolls also deftly brings out Bess’s pragmatism and caution, which are balanced against the not-so-harmonious 65-year-long marriage of Bess’s grandparents. This caution leads her to contact some of Rory’s ex-wives. The book is an interesting and amusing look at the ups and downs of relationships and how relationships both mirror who we are and force us to grow. I loved the story and the characters!

Three Words That Describe This Book: quirky, out-of-the-ordinary, romance

Give This a Try if You Like… romantic fiction / chick lit

Rating: 5/5

Find it at the library!

About FDL Reads

Welcome to FDL Reads, weekly book reviews from Fondulac District Library. Librarians (and possibly some other guest reviewers) review all types of books, from children’s picture books, young adult favorites, to the latest adult thriller, and share their thoughts each week at fondulaclibrary.org. If the book is owned by Fondulac District Library (or another local library), you’ll see a direct link to the catalog entry and whether or not it is available. If it is checked out or at another local library, you will be able to place a hold as long as you have your library card and PIN numbers. As with any book review, these are our opinions…we disagree amongst ourselves about books frequently. We all have different likes and dislikes, which is what makes the world an interesting place. Please enjoy, and keep on reading!

admin2017-09-07T15:29:18-05:00September 7th, 2017|

FDL Reads: The Radium Girls

The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America’s Shining Women by Kate Moore

Reviewed by: Genna Buhr, Library Director

Genre: History, Non-Fiction

Suggested Age: Adults, Teens

What is the book about?: In the early years of the last century, young women in locations across the nation took to the working world by becoming painters of clock and gauge faces. Using paint designed to glow by the addition of recently discovered radium, the women skillfully hand-painted dials in factories using materials and techniques provided to them by the management. The women enjoyed the independence and friendships the work provided. However, many eventually started having extreme medical issues and suspected it was due to the working conditions that they were told were safe. The Radium Girls tells the stories of some of these women, the distress they experienced, and the fight they led to ensure that justice would be upheld.

My Review: The story of the radium girls wasn’t new to me. I grew up near Ottawa, Illinois, where a good portion of this book is set and also grew up hearing decades old gossip and whispers about the glowing ladies. The courthouse still stands directly across from my favorite pizza place, and as I read the book, I wondered how the lives of these women many have intertwined with my family members that came before me. One of the women was from my hometown, and my great-grandmother worked at a clock factory where many of the dials were shipped. The stories of these women have been told in bits and pieces, and I was really excited to learn that Moore was writing their story cohesively and in a way that it could be shared and consumed by a larger audience. Moore doesn’t disappoint and works hard to show the strength and resilience of these women and the depths of their struggles in fighting for their health, for their places in their communities, for their futures, and for justice. The Radium Girls presents a well-paced, personal look at those everyday women whose lives strengthened the movement for safety in the workplace and whose experiences led to labor legislation still in effect today.

Three Words That Describe This Book: Empowering, Enlightening, Inspiring

Give This a Try if You Like… Erin Brockovich, Hidden Figures, Erik Larson’s books

Rating: 5/5

Find it at the library!

About FDL Reads

Welcome to FDL Reads, weekly book reviews from Fondulac District Library. Librarians (and possibly some other guest reviewers) review all types of books, from children’s picture books, young adult favorites, to the latest adult thriller, and share their thoughts each week at fondulaclibrary.org. If the book is owned by Fondulac District Library (or another local library), you’ll see a direct link to the catalog entry and whether or not it is available. If it is checked out or at another local library, you will be able to place a hold as long as you have your library card and PIN numbers. As with any book review, these are our opinions…we disagree amongst ourselves about books frequently. We all have different likes and dislikes, which is what makes the world an interesting place. Please enjoy, and keep on reading!

admin2017-08-31T09:00:01-05:00August 31st, 2017|

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Welcome to #FDL’s feature column, Five Questions, where we ask library staff and other East Peoria residents roughly the same five questions. For this Five Questions column, we’re interviewing Genna Buhr, FDL’s Director – the lady who makes the wheels on this bus go round and round.

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