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Writing Conference and Contest
Detroit Working Writers (DWW) is hosting a one‐day creative celebration designed for writers of all genres and skill levels. Michigan novelist Elizabeth Kane Buzzelli, author of the Emily Kincaid mystery series, will be the keynote speaker. Workshops will feature topics in poetry, micro fiction, social media, and self‐publishing, among others. The conference will be held on Saturday, September 15, 2012, at the Main Branch of the Clinton‐Macomb Public Library.
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Read Alikes for Fifty Shades of Grey
Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James is a publishing sensation, climbing the bestseller lists. Maybe you read the book and want something else like it. Maybe you want a similar book to read while you wait to get your hands on it. Either way, these books are for you.
The edge of impropriety by Pam Rosenthal
Riding on instinct by Jaci Burton
Nauti dreams by Lora Leigh
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Excel Basics
Want to create a spreadsheet, a family budget or manage a list? Learn how with Microsoft Excel 2007. Prerequisite: Mouse and keyboarding skills.Date: Wednesday, April 18 from 9:30-11:30 AM
Location: Internet Lab
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Adult Writers' Group
Interested in writing? Join other adults to share your work, get feedback and discuss the craft of writing. We will meet on April 28 at 2:00 PM.- Login to comment
Spring Break Mini-Breaks
Plymouth-Canton School's Spring Break starts on April 6th and you may have a great trip already planned. But if you can't fit in a long vacation to sunnier climates, why not plan a mini-break? We have some fantastic travel guides for close-by locations.
Detroit & Ann Arbor: a great destination by Jeff Counts
Fodor's 2012 Chicago by Margaret Kelly
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Author Colleen Gleason Visits
This program has been canceled.
Internationally best-selling author Colleen Gleason will discuss her books and her writing process. Gleason's books include the popular Gardella Vampire Chronicles and the Regency Draculia Series that starts with The Vampire Voss. She also penned a short story, Northanger Castle, for the anthology Bespelling Jane Austen.In addition to her works under her own name, she writes an exciting post-apocalyptic romance series under the pseudonym of Joss Ware. Gleason's publishing plans include a steampunk young adult series. Please join us on
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Excel Basics
Want to create a spreadsheet, a family budget or manage a list? Learn how with Microsoft Excel 2007. Prerequisite: Mouse and keyboarding skills.Date: Monday, March 19, from 6:30-8:30 PM
Location: Internet Lab
Online registration begins at 9:00 AM on March 5
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Literary Fiction with (Mostly) Happy Endings
If you love finely drawn characters and deep dramatic works, but don't want the ending to be too very bleak, try these titles:
Jeffrey Zaslow, 1958-2012
Best-selling author and long-time columnist, Jeffrey Zaslow, died on Friday, February 10th from injuries suffered after a car crash in northern Michigan. Internationally known for his humorous and empathetic columns as well as his non-fiction books including The Girls from Ames and The Last Lecture, the West Bloomfield based author was scheduled to appear at Canton Public Library on February 23rd to discuss his most recent book, The Magic Room.- Login to comment
Winter Classic Comes to Michigan
It's official: The Red Wings and Maple Leafs will face-off in Ann Arbor at the Big House in the 2013 Bridgestone Winter Classic on New Year’s Day. Stay connected to receive future updates. Meanwhile, continue cheering the Wings on as they move forward in their quest to beat the NHL record of 20 straight home game victories. Don't forget that the library has loads of books and dvds on the Red Wings, and even a couple on the Leafs.
Forever Hockeytown!: how the 2008 Red Wings reclaimed the Stanley Cup by editor, Mark Francescutti
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New Orleans
Mardi Gras falls on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 and the crowds will be gathering in New Orleans for the festivities. Whether you're planning on joining them, or thinking about a trip to The Big Easy later in the year, we have books to help you Laissez les bons temps rouler.
Orleans embrace: with the secret gardens of the Vieux Carre by TJ Fisher, Roy F. Guste, Jr.
Eyewitness travel top 10 New Orleans by Paul Greenberg
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Adult Writers' Group
Interested in writing? Join other adults to share your work, get feedback and discuss the craft of writing. We will meet on March 24 at 2:00 PM.- Login to comment
Romances On Order
These new romances are on order and will be coming in soon. Get your name on the hold list now.
Run from Fear by Alden, Jami
Darkness Bound by Cameron, Stella
I Want Candy by Donovan, Susan
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Adult Writers' Group
Interested in writing? Join other adults to share your work, get feedback and discuss the craft of writing. We will meet on Saturday, February 25 from 2:00-3:00 PM in the Purple Room.- Login to comment
Finding International Language Books
If you don't find what you're looking for in CPL's International Language Collection, use this handy list to check out what other area libraries have.International language books can also be found on MeLCat. This system lets CPL cardholders search for books all over Michigan and have them delivered right to the Checkout Desk.
If you want more details, give us a call or stop by the Help Desk.
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