The Diné Reader: An Anthology of Navajo Literature (Paperback)

By Esther G. Belin (Editor), Jeff Berglund (Editor), Connie A. Jacobs (Editor), Anthony K. Webster (Editor), Jennifer Nez Denetdale (Contributions by), Sherwin Bitsui (Contributions by), Michael Thompson (Contributions by)

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ISBN: 9780816540990

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Published: University of Arizona Press - April 20th, 2021

‘The Diné Reader’ an unforgettable experience

By Leslie Doran Special to the Herald

Tuesday, April 20, 2021 5:59 PM

“The Diné Reader” is obviously a labor of love with the gestation period taking over a decade of devoted research and collaboration. The four editors have wide backgrounds... READ MORE:

Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story (Hardcover)

By Kevin Noble Maillard, Juana Martinez-Neal (Illustrator)

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ISBN: 9781626727465

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Published: Roaring Brook Press - October 22nd, 2019

Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story

A new picture book, “Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story,” written by Kevin Noble Maillard and illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal, is a delightful book with beautiful paintings. This book tells the story of how the indigenous people of our country created something wonderful to eat after the Europeans came to their lands. More...

Saving Winslow (Paperback)

By Sharon Creech

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ISBN: 9780062570710

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Published: HarperCollins - September 3rd, 2019

“Saving Winslow,” a novel by Sharon Creech, is perfect for readers in and around fourth grade. This is a heartwarming tale about 10-year-old Louie, who is missing his older brother Gus, who is off in the Army. One day, Louie’s father brings home a weak, newborn miniature donkey Uncle Pete has sent home. This small bag of bones is not expected to make it through the night....MORE

I Can Make This Promise (Hardcover)

By Christine Day

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ISBN: 9780062871992

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Published: Quill Tree Books - October 1st, 2019

"I Can Make this Promise,” another debut story for grades 3 to 7, is by Native American author Christine Day. As the book opens, Edie and her parents are at a Fourth of July festival on a reservation near Seattle. Edie’s mom is Native American but her dad is white. Edie doesn’t know much about her Native American roots because her mother was adopted by a white couple as a baby. This is the summer before Edie, a talented artist, will be in seventh grade...MORE

The Tale of the Tiger Slippers (Hardcover)

By Jan Brett (Illustrator), Jan Brett

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ISBN: 9780399170744

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Published: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers - September 17th, 2019

Best-selling children’s author Jan Brett has new tale to tell

Best-selling American children’s author and illustrator Jan Brett may not know it, but she helped put my kids to sleep about a million times when they were younger. Her 1992 book, “Trouble with Trolls,” was a mainstay bedtime story in the Cahill house. So when an email came announcing Brett’s tour for her latest book, “The Tale of the Tiger Slippers,” would have a stop at Farmington Public Library – and would offer books sold at Maria’s Bookshop – it seemed like the perfect time to get her on the phone.

“The Tale of the Tiger Slippers” is the story of a tiger cub who is a hard worker. His mother stitches him a pair of slippers when she notices the pain in his feet caused by sharp thorns and stones. As the cub grows into an adult, his hard work makes him successful. Despite his wealth, he still wears the slippers his mother made him; although by now they are worn and shabby and are constantly made fun of by other animals. The tiger tries to get rid of the slippers by many methods – chucking them in a river, tossing them over a wall, etc.

But the slippers always find their way back....MORE

Church of the Graveyard Saints (Paperback)

By C. Joseph Greaves

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ISBN: 9781948814126

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Published: Torrey House Press - August 27th, 2019

Cortez author Chuck Greaves, aka C. Joseph Greaves, has written yet another notable work with the release of “Church of the Graveyard Saints.” This far-reaching novel covers a wide range of issues that are close to home in Durango and much of the Southwest.

Addie Decker, a young woman who was born and raised in McElmo Canyon near Cortez, is returning home to help bury her beloved grandmother, Vivian. Her family has owned the Triple R Ranch (Red Rock Ranch) for generations. Addie’s ancestors were Mormons, who set out for Utah but moved east to Colorado. Her grandmother will be laid to rest alongside their ancestors. MORE...

Wolf Pack (A Joe Pickett Novel #19) (Hardcover)

By C. J. Box

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ISBN: 9780525538196

Published: G.P. Putnam's Sons - March 12th, 2019

“Wolf Pack” by C. J. Box is the 19th novel featuring intrepid Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett. One of the best things about a Pickett adventure is that there will always be a mix of domestic drama intertwined with the current criminal intrigue. MORE...

Captain Superlative (Paperback)

By J. S. Puller

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ISBN: 9781368005630

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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - February 12th, 2019

Our recent snow is a reminder that Santa will be coming soon. Books can be just the right gift because they educate and entertain children over and over again.

Here are some suggestions that will make any lucky child happy: MORE...

Land of Wolves: A Longmire Mystery (Hardcover)

By Craig Johnson

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ISBN: 9780525522508

Published: Viking - September 17th, 2019

Johnson’s ‘Land of Wolves’ an engrossing read

By Leslie Doran Special to the Herald

Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019 11:40 AM

Land of Wolves by Craig Johnson is the 15th book in his popular series featuring Sheriff Walt Longmire. Walt’s department is in Absaroka County in the wilds of rural Wyoming. His staff is a colorful and eclectic crew, reflecting Johnson’s expertise in creating memorable characters.

As this tale opens in late April, Walt and his potty-mouthed deputy, Victoria Moretti, are in the Bighorn mountains where snow is still covering the ground. They are watching two local representatives from the National Forest Service and the Wyoming Brand Inspectors examining a dead sheep. Dead domestic animals are a big deal to area ranchers. There are not supposed to be any wolves left in the area, but some ranchers are concerned that wolves are killing off their stock...MORE

National Parks of the USA (Hardcover)

By Kate Siber, Chris Turnham (Illustrator)

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ISBN: 9781847809766

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Published: Wide Eyed Editions - July 3rd, 2018

Local author releases first children’s book

By Leslie Doran Special to the Herald

Saturday, July 7, 2018 5:03 AM

Durango author Kate Siber has recently published her first children’s book, National Parks of the U.S.A. This book is beautifully executed with wonderful illustrations by Los Angeles artist Chris Turhnam.

Siber is a correspondent for Outside magazine and a freelance journalist and has traveled extensively, including to 30 of our 59 national parks.MORE...