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I Am Not Alone

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by Francisco X. Stork

Award-winning author Francisco X. Stork revisits some of the themes and ideas that made Marcelo in the Real World such an unforgettable novel.

Alberto’s life isn’t easy: He’s an undocumented immigrant from Mexico who lives with his sister’s abusive boyfriend–but he’d always accepted his place in the world. Until he starts hearing the voice of a man called Captain America, a voice that wants him to achieve more, no matter the cost.

Grace has it all: She has a supportive boyfriend, she’s on track to be valedictorian, and she’s sure to go to the college of her dreams. Still, nothing feels right to her any more after the divorce of her parents, and feels she needs something more.

When Alberto and Grace meet, they have an immediate and electric connection. But when Alberto is present at the scene of a terrible crime, he becomes a suspect. And with his developing schizophrenia, he’s not even sure he believes in his own innocence.

Can Grace find a way to prove Alberto’s innocence to himself and the world?

This is a page-turning thriller and a sensitive story about mental health, love, and community that will appeal to anyone who has struggled with their place in the world, from award-winning author Francisco X. Stork.

Find it in YA Fiction here.

Remembering

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by Xelena González

A child and their family observe the customs of Día de los Angelitos, one of the ritual celebrations of Día de Muertos, to celebrate the life of their beloved dog who passed away. They build a thoughtful ofrenda to help lead the pet’s soul home and help the little one process their grief in this moving reminder that loved ones are never really gone if we take the time to remember them.

Accolades & Reviews:

Three starred reviews!
A Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor Book
A Chicago Public Library Best Book

A family remembers their beloved pet dog through the traditions of Día de Muertos in this “gorgeous, deeply touching exploration of grief and remembrance” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) from Pura Belpré Honor-winning team Xelena González and Adriana M. Garcia.

Find it in Children’s New here.

Snuggly Sleeping Bags at Gold Mine Thrift

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Snuggle up head-to-toe in a cozy sleeping bag and ward off that autumn chill arriving in the Wood River Valley! The Gold Mine Thrift store has a variety of brands, styles, and colors to choose from, as well as a selection of other camping gear, including tents, lamps. sleeping pads, and coolers…

…just in time for the Summer Clearance Sale, September 27-October 1, 2024. Discounts start at 20% and increase until they reach 70%.

The Fall/Winter Opening starts Thursday, October 3, with new inventory in sporting goods, fleece, hats & scarves, shoes & boots, electronics, housewares, and more!. Doors open at 10:00 a.m.

Gold Mine Thrift is located at 331 Walnut Avenue in Ketchum. Proceeds from the Gold Mine stores help support books, literacy, and programs at The Community Library.

More about the Gold Mine Stores here.

Plaid Cup at Gold Mine Thrift

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This charming ceramic cup is just one example of the unique houseware items you’ll find at the Gold Mine Thrift store. From blenders to ice buckets, place settings to turkey platters, pots and pans to French presses, there is always new, fun, and useful inventory…

…just in time for the Summer Clearance Sale, September 27-October 1, 2024. Discounts start at 20% and increase until they reach 70%.

The Fall/Winter Opening starts Thursday, October 3, with new inventory in sporting goods, fleece, hats & scarves, shoes & boots, electronics, housewares, and more!. Doors open at 10:00 a.m.

Gold Mine Thrift is located at 331 Walnut Avenue in Ketchum. Proceeds from the Gold Mine stores help support books, literacy, and programs at The Community Library.

More about the Gold Mine Stores here.

Child’s Roll Top Desk and Chair

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Harkening to classic elements of home and office, this charming desk features a sliding tambour door and a series of drawers, shelves, and cubbies. You’ll find this and other unique pieces of furniture at the Gold Mine Thrift store…

…just in time for the Summer Clearance Sale, September 27-October 1, 2024. Discounts start at 20% and increase until they reach 70%.

The Fall/Winter Opening starts Thursday, October 3, with new inventory in sporting goods, fleece, hats & scarves, shoes & boots, electronics, housewares, and more!. Doors open at 10:00 a.m.

Gold Mine Thrift is located at 331 Walnut Avenue in Ketchum. Proceeds from the Gold Mine stores help support books, literacy, and programs at The Community Library.

More about the Gold Mine Stores here.

A House of My Own: Stories from My Life

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by Sandra Cisneros

From the author of The House on Mango Street, a richly illustrated compilation of true stories and nonfiction pieces that, taken together, form a jigsaw autobiography–an intimate album of a beloved literary legend.

From the Chicago neighborhoods where she grew up and set her groundbreaking The House on Mango Street to her abode in Mexico in a region where “my ancestors lived for centuries,” the places Sandra Cisneros has lived have provided inspiration for her now-classic works of fiction and poetry. But a house of her own, where she could truly take root, has eluded her. With this collection–spanning three decades, and including never-before-published work–Cisneros has come home at last.

Ranging from the private (her parents’ loving and tempestuous marriage) to the political (a rallying cry for one woman’s liberty in Sarajevo) to the literary (a tribute to Marguerite Duras), and written with her trademark lyricism, these signature pieces recall transformative memories as well as reveal her defining artistic and intellectual influences. Poignant, honest, deeply moving, this is an exuberant celebration of a life in writing lived to the fullest.

Find it in our collection here.

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