Inyo County Free Library - New Acquisitions
November 2018 - January 2019
These are books and media new to the library and cataloged by the Inyo County Free Library.
Additional information about each title can be found in the catalog (click on the title). For older acquisition lists choose from Select another list. To request any of these titles please contact your local library branch.
The secret kingdom: Nek Chand, a changing India, and a hidden world of art By Rosenstock, Barb Publishing Date: 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J730.92 ROS The incredible story of the world's largest visionary environment: the Rock Garden of Chandigarh, kept secret by outsider artist Nek Chand for fifteen years. |
By Owen, Ruth Publishing Date: 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J736 OWE What s furry, gives birth to live babies, and feeds them milk? A mammal, of course! Readers will be surprised at how many different animals fall into this classification. They ll love making elephants, dolphins, raccoons and other adorable creatures in this inspiring book. Step-by-step instructions with visuals for each fold make origami accessible and fun. As they craft, readers will learn fascinating facts about each mammal. This peaceful art form helps readers retain information and gets them excited about learning. Fun and informative, this unique mix of origami projects and important life science topics is a must-have for any library. |
Walt's imagination: the life of Walt Disney By Rappaport, Doreen Publishing Date: 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741 RAP Describes the life of the animator and visionary, from his childhood in rural Missouri to his legendary stature as a film and television icon. |
How to draw knights and castles By Bergin, Mark Publishing Date: 2012 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.2 BER After a brief introduction to drawing techniques and materials, this book presents directions for sketching castles, knights through the ages, knights on attack, jousting knights, traveling knights, and knights in battle. |
The Bad Guys in Attack of the zittens By Blabey, Aaron Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 BLA BPUS "It's a zombie kitten apocalypse! Can the Bad Guys save the world from evil Dr. Marmalade's meowing monsters?!? They'll need help from foxy Agent Fox, a swampy secret zombie antidote, and the feistiest, toothiest, hungriest granny around. Get ready to watch the fur fly!"--Page 4 of cover. |
The Bad Guys in intergalactic gas By Blabey, Aaron Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 BLA BPUS "The bad news? The world is ending. The good news? The Bad Guys are back to save it! Sure, they might have to "borrow" a rocket. And there might be something nasty in one of the spacesuits. And Mr. Piranha miiiiight have eaten too many bean burritos. Surviving this mission may only be one small step for man, but it's one giant leap for the Bad Guys."--Page [4] of cover. |
Marvel: absolutely everything you need to know Publishing Date: 2016 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 BRA Packed with fun facts, bizarre-but-true tales, and quirky insights into everyone's favorite Marvel comic characters, including The Avengers, Spider-Man, and Daredevil. little-known facts and information about the iconic Marvel characters. |
By Bruel, Nick Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 BRU BPUS |
By Chmakova, Svetlana Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 CHM "In his daydreams, Jensen is the biggest hero that ever was, saving the world and his friends on a daily basis. But his middle school reality is VERY different -- math is hard, getting along with friends is hard... Even finding a partner for the class project is a big problem when you always get picked last. And the pressure's on even more once the school newspaper's dynamic duo, Jenny and Akilah, draw Jensen into the whirlwind of school news, social experiment projects, and behind-the-scenes club drama. Jensen's always played the middle school game one level at a time, but suddenly, someone's cranked up the difficulty setting. Will those daring daydreams of his finally work in his favor, or will he have to find real solutions to his real life problems?"-- |
By Clanton, Ben Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 CLA BPUS |
By Hale, Shannon Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 HAL When her best friend Adrienne starts hanging out with the most popular girl in class, Shannon questions with whether she and Adrienne will stay friends, and if she is part of the clique. In graphic novel format. |
By Holm, Jennifer L Publishing Date: 2017 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 HOL In the mid-1970s Sunny Lewin is back, star of her personal show, facing the prospect of Middle School, and dealing with the problems of her somewhat dysfunctional family--in particular her older brother, Dale, who has been sent off to a military academy because of his delinquent behavior. |
Jedi Academy / The force oversleeps By Krosoczka, Jarrett Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 KRO BPUS "Victor Starspeeder is back at Jedi Academy for year two, but it's not going the way he'd planned. He was thrilled about Drama Club and hoped to get the lead in this year's musical ... But a new kid got the role! What gives?! Plus, he keeps oversleeping and getting to class late ... Worst of all, his big sister Christina is getting ready to graduate from Jedi Academy, and there are rumors going around that she's a Sith! What's a Padawan to do? In times when he feels more alone than ever, Victor will have to trust the ways of the Force and his friends if he's going to survive year two in this all-new chapter in the Jedi Academy series."-- |
Big Nate: revenge of the cream puffs By Peirce, Lincoln Publishing Date: [2017] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 PEI BPUS It's one, two, three strikes, you're out, as the Cream Puffs seek sweet revenge. In graphic novel format. |
By Pilkey, Dav Publishing Date: January 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 PIL BPUS When a new sitter arrives and a movie star goes missing, Dog Man and Cat Kid investigate, but Petey, the world's most evil cat, complicates their case. |
It came from beneath the playground By Scroggs, Kirk Publishing Date: 2015 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.5 SCR BPUS "Fifth-grade private eyes Logan and Gustavo use their doodling and detective skills to solve the mystery of a group of moles that have stolen the amusement park merry-go-round"-- |
By Antram, David Publishing Date: 2017 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.51 ANT Draw fantastic caricatures with easy to follow step-by-step instructions. |
By Potter, William Publishing Date: [2018] Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.51 POT When intergalactic evil strikes, heroic astronauts, aliens, and robots spring into action! This ultimate guide shows readers how to create bizarre extraterrestrial life-forms, design amazing robots, and deck their characters out in space gear. Readers will draw inspiration from Earth s insects and strange animals as they bring their own alien species to life. They ll build diverse planets and mind-blowing star fields for their characters to conquer or defend. Simple step-by-step instructions and tips from the pros help readers learn difficult art concepts with ease. Readers will experiment with depth, distance, and other key techniques as they gain confidence in their abilities to create their own original comics. |
By Pilkey, Dav Publishing Date: January 2018 Classification: JNF Call Number: J741.6 PIL BPUS When a new sitter arrives and a movie star goes missing, Dog Man and Cat Kid investigate, but Petey, the world's most evil cat, complicates their case. |
By Franklin, Carolyn Publishing Date: 2009 Classification: JNF Call Number: J743.697 FRA Step-by-step illustrations and instructions demonstrate how to draw different types of big cats, including tigers, lions, panthers, and leopards. |