The Summer Reading Program has wrapped up at the library, but the reading contest is still going through June 25. All book logs must be turned in by 3:00 p.m. on June 25, 2024 to be eligible for a ticket. We will draw the winning tickets at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Ticketholders do not need to be present to win. For more information and all of the rules please contact the library at (806) 271-3714 during normal business hours.
South Plains Electric Cooperative representatives Landon White and Landon Hinson presented the last program for our Collaborative Summer Reading. Landon White read the book “What Was It Like Before Electricity?” by Paul Bennett to the children. Then they showed the children some of the equipment they use when working on the lines. Each child received a goodie bag with a hard hat and more from South Plains Electric Cooperative.
The library added a couple of new books to the shelves this past week. Two of the bestselling storytellers of all time have created an unforgettable thriller. The master of the techno-blockbuster joins forces with the master of the modern thriller to create the most anticipated mega bestseller in years.
Michael Crichton, creator of “Jurassic Park,” “ER,” “Twister,” and “Westworld,” had a passion project he’d been pursuing for years, ahead of his untimely passing in 2008. Knowing how special it was, his wife, Sherri Crichton, held back his notes and the partial manuscript until she found the right author to complete it: James Patterson, the world’s most popular storyteller. “Eruption” brings the pace of Patterson to the concept of Crichton: the most anticipated mega-thriller in years.
We also added the latest from Harlan Coben, “Think Twice.” A man presumed dead is suddenly wanted for murder in this thriller of secrets, lies, and dangerous conspiracies that threaten to cover up the truth. Three years ago, sports agent Myron Bolitar gave a eulogy at the funeral of his client, renowned basketball coach Greg Downing. Myron and Greg had history: initially as deeply personal rivals, and later as unexpected business associates. Myron made peace and moved on – until now, when two federal agents walked into his office, demanding to know where Greg Downing is. According to the agents, Greg is still alive and has been placed at the scene of a double homicide, making him their main suspect. Shocked, Myron needs answers. Myron and Win, longtime friends and colleagues, set out to find the truth, but the more they discover about Greg, the more dangerous their world becomes. Secrets, lies, and a murderous conspiracy that stretches back into the past churn at the heart of Harlan Coben's blistering new novel.
Check it all out at the library.
Donnice Carruth is director of the Dickens County-Spur Library, in Spur.
