New Language Software

Rossetta Stone has decided to quit providing access to their programs through libraries. Apparently, they feel they can make more by selling subscriptions to individuals. On September 15 we converted to Mango Languages. Try it out - It takes a different approach, but I think you'll like it.

Devil Bones -- New from Kathy Reichs

Kathy Reichs -- international number one bestselling author, forensic anthropologist, and producer of the Fox television hit Bones -- returns to Charlotte, North Carolina, where Temperance Brennan encounters a deadly mix of voodoo, Santería, and devil worship in her quest to identify two young victims.

Milestone Documents in American History

The new school year has started and the Smyrna Library has added a new online database that will make it easier to get good grades in history and government.

Milestone Documents in American History combines 133 full-text primary source documents with expert analysis and commentary. Students are able to see the actual documents online with clear explanations of each document's meaning and importance. Term papers practically write themselves.

Obviously, this site will be a treasure trove of information for history buffs as well as students. Call the library for your password and check it out.

Where there is smoke, there is Sandra Brown.

TV reporter Britt Shelley wakes up in bed next to the dead body of police detective Jay Burgess, and the authorities suspect foul play. That's all we can tell you for now. Check out this newest novel from the best-selling author Sandra Brown, and find out how it ends for yourself!

Ruth

Don't miss this Story

If we said "The Story of Edgar Sawtelle" is about a boy and his dogs we'd be telling only the basic truth. This first offering by David Wroblewski took him 15 years to craft and it was worth every minute.

Don't miss this page turner!

Ruth

Great summer reading!

You'll want to check out her latest novel, Tribute, from Nora Roberts.

Looking for other great summer reads? Go to our (new) on-line catalog, click on Hot Titles and choose the New York Times Bestsellers link or the Publishers Weekly link to see what else is new. If a title is checked out,you can reserve the title from home (using your library card number and PIN) and we'll call you when the item arrives. Many of our titles are also available on CD-disc and you can reserve those on-line as well.

Have fun.

Ruth

Get ready to be dazzled!

Have you tried our new on-line catalog yet? From the library home page, click on Catalog and get ready to be dazzled. The site includes color item jackets, book review, summaries and Hot Titles as well as links to many reference sources we have not offered before. You may reserve and renew books online.
Also, to view your account activity, fines, reserves, etc. click on the My Account tab, then enter in your library card number. Your PIN number (a new feature) is the last four digits of your library card number. (You may change your PIN once in the My Account screen.)

Take some time to explore our new system. You'll be very glad you did.