Articles tagged "Give Us the Ballot"
Ocean County Library Book Club Buzz Titles
Did you know that October is National Reading Group Month? It’s true!
This weekend, Anne will participate in Ocean County Library’s “Book Discussion Leaders Tea” event where she’ll share these book club picks:
Bestsellers
THE NIGHTINGALE and THE GREAT ALONE by Kristin Hannah
THE SELLOUT by Paul Beatty
COME SUNDOWN by Nora Roberts
Literary
THEY MAY NOT MEAN TO BUT THEY DO by Cathleen Schine
THE LAST LAUGH by Lynn Freed
THE RESURRECTION OF JOAN ASHBY by Cherise Wolas
THE LAST PAINTING OF SARA DE VOS by Dominic Smith
Diversity
AN UNRESTORED WOMAN and GIRLS BURN BRIGHTER by Shobha Rao
HER BODY AND OTHER PARTIES by Carmen Maria Machado
THE WOMAN NEXT DOOR by Yewande Omotoso
Mystery / Thriller
EVERY FIFTEEN MINUTES and AFTER ANNA by Lisa Scottoline
The Chief Inspector Armand Gamache series by Louise Penny (GLASS HOUSES)
The Inspector Esa Khattak & Rachel Getty series by Ausma Zehanat Khan (THE UNQUIET DEAD, THE LANGUAGE OF SECRETS, AMONG THE RUINS, A DANGEROUS CROSSING)
EMMA IN THE NIGHT by Wendy Walker
Nonfiction
BEING MORTAL by Atul Gawande
THE SIXTH EXTINCTION by Elizabeth Kolbert
GIVE US THE BALLOT by Ari Berman
A HOPE MORE POWERFUL THAN THE SEA by Melissa Fleming
Movie / Media Tie-Ins
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE by David Finkel
TRULY MADLY GUILTY by Liane Moriarty
SPARE PARTS by Joshua Davis
ADNAN’S STORY by Rabia Chaudry readmoreremove
2017 Community Reads Recommendations
Although our Academic Marketing division created the “Books for the First-Year Experience” for colleges and universities, we strongly believe that the titles featured in this catalog foster the sort of discussion and self-reflection that make library-led, city-wide reading programs so memorable.
The updated catalog for 2017 is now available and features titles such as:
BLACK MAN IN A WHITE COAT by Damon Tweedy
IN THE COUNTRY WE LOVE by Diane Guerrero
GIVE US THE BALLOT by Ari Berman
ADNAN’S STORY by Rabia Chaudry
CITIZEN by Claudia Rankine
For more information about these books and other FYE titles, please visit the interactive website or download the catalog as a PDF.
Pages on Politics
With the Republican and Democratic National Conventions happening this month, the 2016 presidential race shows no signs of slowing until November. Whether you lean left or right, there’s a book about politics for every reader:
OUR REVOLUTION: A Future to Believe In by Bernie Sanders
The book by the U.S. Senator and former Democratic presidential candidate “offers both an account of Sanders’s campaign for the presidency and an argument for the progressive economic, environmental, racial, and social justice agenda he proposes to create jobs, raise wages, protect the environment, and provide health care for all.” — Library Journal, pre-pub alert
THE TRUTH ABOUT TRUMP by Michael D’Antonio
Now in trade paperback, the revealing unauthorized biography about the Presidential candidate, including firsthand interviews with “the Donald” himself and others, by Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Michael D’Antonio.
GIVE US THE BALLOT: The Modern Struggle for Voting Rights in America by Ari Berman
Soon to be available in trade paperback, Berman’s book on voting rights was a New York Times Notable Book of 2015, a 2015 National Book Critics Circle Awards Finalist, shortlisted for the 2016 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellent in Nonfiction, and a RUSA 2016 Notable Nonfiction Book! “Berman does a superb job of making the history of the right to vote in America not only easily understandable, but riveting. This is the best kind of popular history—literate, passionate, and persuasive, balancing detail with accessibility.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review
ENOUGH SAID: What’s Gone Wrong with the Language of Politics? by Mark Thompson
A wide-ranging, provocative examination of free speech, political rhetoric, and the distortion of our common language by the CEO of The New York Times Company. “Thompson’s writing packs a high percentage of insights per page and his book manages to be an exemplary investigation, a history, an autopsy, a practical manual, and a cautionary tale all at once.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review
CRISIS POINT: Why We Must–and How We Can–Overcome Our Broken Politics in Washington and Across America by Trent Lott & Tom Daschle with Jon Sternfeld
Two eminent former senators reach across the political aisle to identify the most corrosive sources of our current political dysfunction, and to point the way forward. “An important contribution to an ongoing debate.” — Kirkus Reviews
THE FIGHT: A Secret Service Agent’s Inside Account of Security Failings and the Political Machine by Dan Bongino
What events led a veteran Secret Service agent at the top of his profession, with no political experience, to resign his position and run for office, nearly pulling off the unlikeliest of upsets as a Republican in a deep-blue state? Bongino’s mix of current events, insider’s analysis, and tales from his time protecting three presidents, shows where America has gone wrong and how we can fight back.
OFF SCRIPT: An Advance Man’s Guide to White House Stagecraft, Campaign Spectacle, and Political Suicide by Josh King
An illuminating journey through the most catastrophic scenes of political stagecraft since the “Age of Optics” in 1988 from former presidential events production director at the White House. “King presents one of the liveliest and funniest political books of recent years; it will keep political junkies and campaign professionals guffawing and learning. He has done for advance men and women what Timothy Crouse’s THE BOYS ON THE BUS did for print journalists almost a half-century ago. His book pairs nicely with David Greenberg’s scholarly REPUBLIC OF SPIN.”
— Library Journal, starred review
THE BELTWAY BIBLE: A Totally Serious A-Z Guide to Our No-Good, Corrupt, Incompetent, Terrible, Depressing, and Sometimes Hilarious Government by Eliot Nelson
Arranged from A-Z, Nelson’s humorous guide looks at politics and government from an insider’s perch, breaking the bureaucracy into easily-digested entries on fundamental subjects like how legislation is formed, the scope of the president’s power, and an overview of primary federal agencies.
LISTEN, LIBERAL: Or, What Ever Happened to the Party of the People? by Thomas Frank
“Frank, best known for his scathing commentary about Republicans in books like WHAT’S THE MATTER WITH KANSAS and THE WRECKING CREW, turns his sights on the Democrats, the supposed party of the people. Still, he offers a tough and thought-provoking look at what’s wrong with America.” — Booklist
FUTURE RIGHT: Forging a New Republican Majority by Donald Critchlow
Critchlow proposes political strategies for Republicans to take advantage of trends, mobilize new constituencies, and create a vibrant new majority that reflects the times. “Well-researched and detailed to the point of repetitiveness, Critchlow’s study—in which Donald Trump’s name goes conspicuously unmentioned—may be just what Republican loyalists need to realize that a different approach is needed.”
— Publishers Weekly
THE ART OF BEING FREE: Alexis de Tocqueville and the Way We Live Now by James Poulos
“De Tocqueville’s seminal work, Democracy in America, is still surprisingly resonant, argues Poulos, as he explores how a modern reading of the classic text might help alleviate our uniquely American malaise.” — Publishers Weekly, Fall 2016 Politics & Current Events preview
THE TRUE FLAG: Theodore Roosevelt, Mark Twain, and the Birth of American Empire by Stephen Kinzer
How should the United States act in the world? Bestselling author Kinzer’s new book brings to life the forgotten political debate that set America’s interventionist course in the world for the twentieth century and beyond. “Kinzer, a best-selling author who had a longtime career as a foreign correspondent (he was the New York Times’s bureau chief in Turkey, Germany, and Nicaragua and as the Boston Globe’s Latin America correspondent), considers the issue by going back to when the question first emerged. Heatedly relevant; with a five-city tour.” — Library Journal, pre-pub alert readmoreremove
ALA Annual 2016 – Sunday Events
Good morning, Orlando! Come to all of our terrific events and stop by the Macmillan Adult (Griffin Teen & Flatiron Books YA) booth #2115 for these great giveaways and signings.
Our friends at Drawn & Quarterly have graphic novel giveaways for you in booth #2263 and are presenting at a great graphic novel panel this afternoon.
Isn’t It Romantic? Panel with Mary Kay Andrews
8:30-10:00am
Orange County Convention Center | Room W101A
Add to your schedule
Sponsored by United for Libraries and moderated by Library Journal‘s Barbara Hoffert, this romance panel includes Mary Kay Andrews (THE WEEKENDERS) and three other authors. A book signing will follow the program.
YA Author Coffee Klatch
9:00-10:00am
Orange County Convention Center | Room W110
Ticketed event, space is limited
Enjoy coffee and meet with YALSA’s award winning authors, including Stephanie Garber (CARAVAL) and Meredith Russo (IF I WAS YOUR GIRL)! This informal coffee klatch provides an opportunity to meet authors who have appeared on one of YALSA’s six annual selected lists or have received one of YALSA’s five literary awards. Librarians will stay seated while authors rotate to different tables to talk about their books.
Onsite tickets are $25. Details and purchasing information available here.
Reads Like Fiction, Nonfiction You Can’t Put Down Panel with Ari Berman
10:30-11:30am
Orange County Convention Center | Room S330 A-B
Add to your schedule
Sponsored by United for Libraries and moderated by Library Journal‘s Barbara Hoffert, this nonfiction panel includes Ari Berman (GIVE US THE BALLOT) and three other authors. A book signing will follow the program. readmoreremove
Macmillan Library @ ALA Annual 2016 (Booth #2115)
We can’t wait to see you at ALA Annual! Stop by the Macmillan Adult (Griffin Teen & Flatiron Books YA) booth #2115 and RSVP to all of our events!
Please note the many Orlando Support Activities happening during ALA Annual.
Our friends from Drawn & Quarterly are attending ALA Annual for the first time! Make them feel welcome by attending their two graphic novel panels and go to booth #2263 to pick up a graphic novel during their giveaways (we’re especially excited for Sarah Glidden’s ROLLING BLACKOUTS: Dispatches from Turkey, Syria, and Iraq).
Friday, June 24
In-booth signing with Con Lehane & Brenda Novak
5:30-7:00pm
Orange County Convention Center | Booth #2115
Con Lehane and Brenda Novak will sign complimentary copies of their mysteries, MURDER AT THE 42ND STREET LIBRARY and HER DARKEST NIGHTMARE.
Saturday, June 25
LibraryReads / AAP Bookalicious Breakfast
8:30-10:00am
Rosen Centre Hotel, Grand D
RSVP required; please note this event is at capacity
Join LibraryReads and the AAP Trade Libraries Committee for the ALA Annual Bookalicious Breakfast. Hear from Wendy Walker (ALL IS NOT FORGOTTEN) and five other fabulous authors! A book signing will follow the program.
If you RSVP’d, you will receive an e-confirmation from the AAP for this event.
The Horror! the Horror! Authors Who Write to Scare Panel with Christopher Golden
8:30-10:00am
Orange County Convention Center | Room W304 G-H
Add to your schedule
Sponsored by United for Libraries and moderated by Library Journal‘s Barbara Hoffert, this horror panel includes Christopher Golden (DEAD RINGERS) and five other authors. A book signing will follow the program.
United for Libraries President’s Program with John Hart
10:30-11:30am
Orange County Convention Center | Room S330 E-F
Add to your schedule
Bestselling author John Hart (REDEMPTION ROAD) will be interviewed on stage by Library Journal‘s Barbara Hoffert at this special program hosted by United for Libraries. A book signing will follow the program.
In-booth signing with Suzanne Feldman
11:00am-12:00 noon
Orange County Convention Center | Booth #2115
Suzanne Feldman will sign complimentary copies of her debut novel, ABSALOM’S DAUGHTERS.
In-booth signing with Stephanie Garber
2:00-3:00pm
Orange County Convention Center | Booth #2115
Stephanie Garber will sign complimentary copies of her debut YA fantasy, CARAVAL.
“Two for the Show” — The Best in Adult Books from Anne Spieth, Macmillan and Chris Vaccari, Sterling
2:30-3:15pm
Orange County Convention Center | Book Buzz Theater (on the show floor at the end of the 1200 aisle near booths 1275 & 1375)
Add to your schedule
Come hear Anne “Sweet Teeth” Spieth and “Quizmaster” Chris Vaccari as they present their favorite forthcoming adult titles from Macmillan and Sterling at this entertaining book buzz.
Speed Dating with Stephanie Garber
3:00-4:00pm
Rosen Centre Hotel | Grand D
RSVP required, space is limited
Join Stephanie Garber (CARAVAL) and many other authors in a lightning round speed-dating event, brought to you by the AAP Children’s Library Marketing Committee.
Details and RSVP here. You will receive an e-confirmation if your request is accommodated. Table numbers will be issued at the event.
Sunday, June 26
Isn’t It Romantic? Panel with Mary Kay Andrews
8:30-10:00am
Orange County Convention Center | Room W101A
Add to your schedule
Sponsored by United for Libraries and moderated by Library Journal‘s Barbara Hoffert, this romance panel includes Mary Kay Andrews (THE WEEKENDERS) and three other authors. A book signing will follow the program. readmoreremove
2015 National Book Critics Circle Awards Finalists
The National Book Critics Circle announced the finalists for their best books of 2015, including these seven Macmillan titles:
Fiction
THE SELLOUT by Paul Beatty
General Nonfiction
GIVE US THE BALLOT by Ari Berman
DREAMLAND by Sam Quinones
WHAT THE EYE HEARS: A History of Tap Dancing, by Brian Seibert
Autobiography
THE ODD WOMAN AND THE CITY by Vivian Gornick
Criticism
THE ARGONAUTS by Maggie Nelson
Poetry
PARALLAX: and Selected Poems, by Sinéad Morrissey
The full list of nominees can be seen here. The winners will be named March 17.
Our 2016 YALSA & RUSA Award Winners!
Congrats to all of the amazing Macmillan authors who won awards or were selected for YALSA and RUSA’s various reading lists this year!
2016 Alex Awards (the 10 best adult books that appeal to teen audiences):
BONES & ALL by Camille De Angelis
FUTURISTIC VIOLENCE AND FANCY SUITS by David Wong
HUMANS OF NEW YORK: STORIES by Brandon Stanton
See the full Alex Award list here.
2016 YALSA William C. Morris YA Debut Finalist
THE WEIGHT OF FEATHERS by Anna-Marie McLemore
2016 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults
ALL THE RAGE by Courtney Summers
CARRY ON by Rainbow Rowell
THE WEIGHT OF FEATHERS by Anna-Marie McLemore
See the full BFYA list here.
2016 YALSA Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers
DUPLICITY by N.K. Traver
See the full Quick Picks list here.
2016 YALSA Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults Reading List, Unreliable Narrators: Don’t Believe a Word category
CHARM & STRANGE by Stephanie Kuehn (a Top 10 pick)
See the full PPYA list here.
2016 YALSA Great Graphic Novels for Teens
HAVEN’T YOU HEARD, I’M SAKAMOTO, VOL. 1 by Nami Sano
SUPERMUTANT MAGIC ACADEMY by Jillian Tamaki
See the full GGNT list here.
2016 YALSA Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults
CARRY ON by Rainbow Rowell, read by Euan Morton (Macmillan Audio)
See the full Amazing Audiobooks list here.
2016 ALA Amelia Bloomer Project Book List (best feminist books)
ALL THE RAGE by Courtney Summers
HEADSCARVES & HYMENS by Mona Eltahawy
See the full Amelia Bloomer list here.
2016 Rainbow Book List (Honors books with significant gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning content, and which are aimed at youth, birth through age 18.)
ABOUT A GIRL by Sarah McCarry
CARRY ON by Rainbow Rowell
SUPERMUTANT MAGIC ACADEMY by Jillian Tamaki
See the full Rainbow list here. readmoreremove
Kirkus Best Books of 2015 – Nonfiction
In addition to their Best Fiction list, Kirkus Reviews unveiled their Best of 2015 Nonfiction lists which include 20 Macmillan titles:
Best Nonfiction
GIVE US THE BALLOT: The Modern Struggle for Voting Rights in America by Ari Berman
THE CRIME AND THE SILENCE: Confronting the Massacre of Jews in Wartime Jedwabne by Anna Bikont
IRREPRESSIBLE: The Jazz Age and Life of Henrietta Bingham by Emily Bingham
THE LAST LOVE SONG: A Biography of Joan Didion by Tracy Daugherty
THE WHITE ROAD: Journey Into an Obsession by Edmund de Waal
LEAVING ORBIT: Notes From the Last Days of American Spaceflight by Margaret Lazarus Dean
THE DEATH OF CANCER: After Fifty Years on the Front Lines of Medicine, a Pioneering Oncologist Reveals Why the War on Cancer Is Winnable—and How We Can Get There by Vincent T. DeVita, Jr., M.D., Elizabeth DeVita-Raeburn
THE INTIMATE BOND: How Animals Shaped Human History by Brian Fagan
WHIRLWIND: The American Revolution and the War that Won It by John Ferling
A KIM JONG-IL PRODUCTION: The Extraordinary True Story of a Kidnapped Filmmaker, His Star Actress, and a Young Dictator’s Rise to Power by Paul Fischer
A GUEST AT THE SHOOTERS’ BANQUET: My Grandfather’s SS Past, My Jewish Family, a Search for the Truth by Rita Gabis
SPAIN: The Center of the World, 1519-1682, by Robert Goodwin
ELEANOR MARX: A Life by Rachel Holmes
THIS IS ALL A DREAM WE DREAMED: An Oral History of the Grateful Dead by Blair Jackson & David Gans
DO NO HARM: Stories of Life, Death, and Brain Surgery by Henry Marsh
THE ARGONAUTS by Maggie Nelson
WORLDS APART: A Memoir by David Plante
BEYOND WORDS: What Animals Think and Feel by Carl Safina
A HOUSE IN ST JOHN’S WOOD: In Search of My Parents by Matthew Spender
KL: A History of the Nazi Concentration Camps by Nikolaus Wachsmann readmoreremove
New York Times Notable Books of 2015
The gray lady picked 20 Macmillan titles:
Fiction & Poetry
THE BEAUTIFUL BUREAUCRAT by Helen Phillips
An administrative worker’s experiences pose existential questions in Phillips’s riveting, drolly surreal debut novel.
CITIZEN: An American Lyric by Claudia Rankine
A meditation, in prose poems, images and essays, on what it means to be black in our racially divided society.
A MANUAL FOR CLEANING WOMEN: Selected Stories by Lucia Berlin
In these unadorned linked stories, Berlin examines women under duress and figures on America’s fringes.
OUTLINE by Rachel Cusk
Cusk’s heartbreaking portrait of poise, sympathy, regret and rage suggests a powerful alternate route for the biographical novel. readmoreremove
2016 Carnegie Medals Longlist
The 2016 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction Longlist was announced today and we’re proud to have 6 nominees:
Fiction
OUTLINE by Rachel Cusk
PURITY by Jonathan Franzen
Nonfiction
GIVE US THE BALLOT: The Modern Struggle for Voting Rights in America by Ari Berman
LISTENING TO STONE: The Art and Life of Isamu Noguchi by Hayden Herrera
DO NO HARM: Stories of Life, Death, and Brain Surgery by Henry Marsh
BEYOND WORDS: What Animals Think and Feel by Carl Safina
The shortlist will be announced on October 19 and the 2016 Carnegie Medal winners will be announced on Sunday, January 10 at the RUSA Book and Media Awards at ALA Midwinter in Boston.