January 19, 2026 - New Arrivals

Adult Fiction

False Witness by Philip Margolin.

"Defense Attorney Karen Wyatt exposed corruption in the police force and the District Attorney's office while getting her client exonerated in court. But in doing so, she put a target on her back and she was set up on a fake drug charge, imprisoned, and disbarred until the conspiracy unraveled and her innocence was proven. Now reinstated to the bar, Wyatt is still interested in finding out who ordered her to be set up-but the key figures were either killed or are in Witness Protection. In the meantime, Wyatt is a practicing defense attorney, whose current client is either guilty of a heinous murder, or is a too-trusting patsy for an acquaintance-set up for a crime he didn't commit. It will take all of Wyatt's genius to defend her client successfully, but that's just one piece of an increasingly complex puzzle ... a deadly criminal drug gang, a powerful, corrupt figure hiding in the DA's office, and a congressman who turned up with an unbelievable story after disappearing for days...."-- Provided by publisher.

A Cowboy’s Wedding Proposal by Melinda Curtis.

Single mom Tillie Powell is completely over Keith Morgan. These days she's focused on being the perfect maid of honor to her cousin and proving to her uncle that she's ready for the ranch manager job. But Keith, who is best man, seems to be everywhere she is, being helpful and charming. Could Tillie give Keith, and his love, another chance?

We’ll Prescribe You Another Cat by Syou Ishida.

It's time to revisit the Kokoro Clinic for the Soul. Though it's a mysteriously located clinic with an uncertain address, it can always be found by those who need it. And the clinic has proven time after time that a prescribed cat has the power to heal the emotional wounds of its patients. This charming sequel introduces a new lovable cast of healing cats, from Kotetsu, a four-month-old Bengal who unleashes his boundless energy by demolishing bed linens and curtains, to tenacious and curious Shasha, who doesn't let her small size stop her from anything, and the most lovable yet lazy cat Ms. Michiko, who is as soft and comforting as mochi. As characters from one chapter appear as side characters in the next, we follow a young woman who cannot help pushing away the man who loves her, a recently widowed grandfather whose grandson refuses to leave his room, the family of a young woman who struggle to understand each other, and an anxious man who works at a cat shelter seeking to show how the most difficult cats can be the most rewarding.

Adult Non-Fiction

Poltergeists by Craig Blohm.

Among the creatures of the paranormal world, poltergeists are surely the most active. By tapping on walls, moving objects, and levitating people, poltergeists interact with the ordinary world around us. Believers see them as proof of life beyond our own, but experts have another explanation--one that brings poltergeists from the supernatural realm to the inner mind.

Bottom of the Pyramid by Nia Sioux.  [DIGITAL]

“Young dancer Nia Sioux was only nine years old when she stepped into stardom as one of the original cast members of Lifetime’s reality TV show Dance Moms. Nia learned new choreography week after week and competed against dancers from across the country as well as at her own studio. Perhaps her greatest obstacle was suffering through her dance teacher’s ranking of the girls against each other in her infamous pyramid, where Nia spent the majority of her time on the bottom—all in front of an audience of millions. But there was much that viewers didn’t see. How her experiences in the studio went far beyond what made it into the show. How she was ostracized for not fitting into an aesthetic that wasn’t designed for girls like her. How her friendships and her mental health crumbled under the strain of the show. How she lost control of her story and her voice. But don’t be fooled—this is a story about resilience. Nia is not looking for pity, sympathy, or validation as she reflects on her experiences. Instead, she is choosing to use her story as a celebration of triumph. Nia finally gets to tell her story in her own way and in her own words. In this captivating memoir, Nia reclaims both the spotlight and her narrative.” – Amazon.com

Easy/Juvenile/Young Adult/Graphic Novel

Gridiron Game-Changer by Thomas Kingsley Troupe.  J

"Jevin Martin was a very good football player in elementary school. But at his new middle school, everything seems off. He's going right when he should go left. He's fumbling passes. Maybe his previous skills were a fluke? Is it time to hang up the pads? Or can he find his way on the plays?"-- Provided by publisher.

Fair Shot by Mari Bolte.  J

"Hana Park and her twin brother Drew both play basketball. Hana's team is doing great. Drew's team ... not so much. Going back and forth to both players' games, Hana starts to notice some things. The boys get premium practice time. Their games are always on the weekends, not during the week. They get a nicer tournament location and perks like breakfast. Hana is determined to shine a spotlight on the girls' team and get some fair play."-- Provided by publisher.

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