Pioneer Library System

1. September 2010 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

Whether you were ready or not, September has come upon us and so has a new set of book reviews. The Pioneer Library System staff would like to share some books that they have enjoyed. By coincidence, ...

2. August 2010 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... books that are great to squeeze in before the summer ends and you get busy. Find one you like and check it out today! The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen Staff Reviewer: Julie ...

3. Noble Friends to host book sale
(Noble/Adults)

The Friends of the Noble Public Library will have their annual book sale Aug. 6-8 at the library, 204 N. Fifth St. The Friends’ members preview sale kicks off the weekend from 5-7 p.m. Aug. ...

4. July 2010 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... you, visit one of the hometown libraries and browse the collection out of the heat.    The Blind Assassin by Margaret Atwood Staff Reviewer: Caitlin Goddard, Moore Public Library ...

5. June 2010 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

The staff has been very busy preparing for the Summer Reading Programs, but they still found time to review some books and share them with you.  There are books about lovable and scary pets, an amazing ...

6. May 2010 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... Susan Patron Staff Reviewer: Mary Lea Wallace, Norman Public Library Lucky Breaks continues the story of almost-eleven-year-old Lucky, resident of Hard Pan, California, a desert hamlet of 43 hardy, ...

7. Adult Graphic Novel Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... fiction, horror, historical fiction, and biographies. We  will be adding new titles every month. To help get you started reading graphic novels, written for adults, our staff have reviewed some ...

8. Panel discusses Falcon at OU Law Center
(Pioneer Library System/Press Releases)

... Life to Shakespeare Quarterly to Seattle Review, Davis published his first novel, The Murder of Frau Schutz, in 1988. It was voted one of the five Best First mysteries by the Mystery Writers of America ...

9. March 2010 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... to enjoy a good book when the weather gets more lamb-like, check out some of these staff reviewed books. There are stories of cows, dogs, and even sheep mixed in with mystery and suspenseful adventure. ...

10. February 2010 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

In the month of February, it may feel like hearts, chocolates, and mushy sayings are all around you. Well, if you are looking for an escape, the staff members have reviewed some books that are not romantic, ...

11. Check out these ways to revive your resolution
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... been about a month, and we want to help you keep your resolutions to be healthier. PLS staff have sweat through some of our favorite exercise DVD's and offered the following reviews. So read the following ...

12. January 2010 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

A new year is here and so are new book reviews by the Pioneer Library System staff. We have books for those who want to read more, read about other cultures, read to their children, or just a suggestion ...

13. New Year Resolutions for Readers
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

...  To keep a journal of the books I read and review them for other readers in the library catalog; To join a book discussion group and invite my friends to join me (the library has kits ...

14. December 2009 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

If you are looking for a break from all the holiday excitement, take a look at these books that the staff have recently read and reviewed just for you.  We have several types of mysteries, humor, ...

15. November 2009 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

The Pioneer Library System staff has been busy reading and reviewing several books both, new and old, for the month of November. If you are looking for a good love story, money saving recipes, or even ...

16. October 2009 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... by Dan Brown Staff Reviewer: Christi Pyle, Newcastle Public Library Genre: Adult Fiction   Dan Brown's "Lost Symbol" did not disappoint.  His fast paced style kept ...

17. September 2009 Staff Book Review
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... You will find the fun and silly as well as deep moving stories to jump into and enjoy. The Brooklyn Nine: a novel in nine innings by Alan Gratz Staff Reviewer: Mary Lea Wallace, Norman Public Library ...

18. August 2009 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... staff of the Pioneer Library System have reviewed and recommend the following titles to help you reach your summer reading resolutions - before it's time to hit those text books. Civil and Strange ...

19. July 2009 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

...  Sleepwalking in Daylight, by Elizabeth Flock Genre: Adult Fiction Reviewer: Julie Kreft, Moore Public Library Samantha Friedman is the mom that other moms admire.  She always ...

20. Where's "My List"?
(Pioneer Library System/Press Releases)

... you were using the "My Lists" to keep track of materials you have read we encourage you to use the "Write a Review" feature in the catalog. With the catalog review function you can ...

21. Long-Range Goals: Board of Trustees
(Frequently Asked Questions/Board of Trustees)

Governance and Board Development By 2010, the PLS Board Bylaws will be reviewed and updated. By January, 2012, develop a plan to maintain a diverse, informed and effective Board. The following components ...

22. 2008 - 2009 PLS Accomplishments
(Frequently Asked Questions/Board of Trustees)

... coordinates system-wide adult literary program opportunities for all branches, including the Adult, Teen and Children’s Summer Reading Programs. Staff and customer book reviews and other literature ...

23. June 2009 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... of lemonade and enjoy these staff recommendations for June   The World According to Bertie by Alexander McCall Smith Genre: Adult Fiction Reviewer: Beth Lyle, Tecumseh Public Library ...

24. Great Graphic Novels for Teens
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

Wanting to sample some great Teen Graphic Novels and or comic book series? This is a great sampling of Teen titles. You can click on the title and connect directly to the catalog to place a hold.  ...

25. May 2009 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

With tax season over perhaps you'll find yourself with a little extra leisure time. Why not stop by your hometown library and try one of these books reviewed by the staff members of the Pioneer ...

26. Your reviews where you want them
(Pioneer Library System/Press Releases)

... the opportunity to share their book reviews with other libraries and library users, around the world, from within the library catalog! So test out the feature and let us know what you think! You can ...

27. April 2009 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... in a comfy chair as the rain pours outside.      The Little Giant of Aberdeen County by Tiffany Baker Reviewer: Jennifer Flygare, Norman Public Library The novel ...

28. March 2009 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

Action, adventure, romance, murder and spaceflight await readers in this month's staff book reviews. The diligent staff of the Pioneer Library System have selected an amazing list of children, ...

29. Delivered with love: the PSC
(Pioneer Library System/Press Releases)

... if possible, because there is nothing that makes librarians happier than acquiring new material. The Selectors tirelessly review multiple book review publications and popular title listings and lovingly ...

30. February Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... book reader interest. February 2009 Staff Book Reviews feature fiction for Teens and Adults and a special treat of several nonfiction titles. So if you find yourself with a spare minute or two - and ...

31. December Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

Wow, the year has flown by already.  But we have one more chance to share with you some book reviews from the Pioneer Library System staff in 2008.  We have a few children, teen and adult titles ...

32. November 2008 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

November has arrived and so have our November Staff Book Reviews. This month nearly every review is a 5 star recommendation and each one offers a little something special for its audience. So whether ...

33. October Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

...  Staff Reviewer: Steven Streetman, Norman Public Library Born Standing Up is a short but very rich and thoughtful autobiography by Steve Martin chronicling his career as a standup comic, from ...

34. About our collections
(Pioneer Library System/Press Releases)

... Sizzler copies (those that are waiting for you in the library)for authors that are sure to be on Best Seller Lists. Reading pre-publication reviews and your suggestions for purchase will also help ...

35. How do I have a teen book discussion?
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... Discussion Kits that have everything you need to have a successful group reading experience. Each kit contains 10-12 copies of the listed book, bookmarks, a manual containing discussion questions, reviews, ...

36. September Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... Mystery Series Genre: Adult Fiction Staff Reviewer: Anne Masters, Director, Pioneer Library System I enjoyed my first Hamish Macbeth mystery this weekend. How have I missed M.C. Beaton's series ...

37. Patron Book Reviews from the Hometown Libraries
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

With so many books out there - the staff of the Pioneer Library System don't necessarily have a chance to read and write a review of all of them. Luckily we have a great collection of library card holders ...

38. August 2008 Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

...  Genre: Adult Fiction Staff reviewer: Cindy Stevens: Center for Reader's Services John Connolly has created a dark, cruel, suspenseful world haunted by evil and it's victims in the ...

39. Pioneer's Kramer speakers about the Big Read
(Pioneer Library System/Press Releases)

... National Endowment for the Arts on agency policies and programs. It reviews and makes recommendations to the Chairman on applications for grants, funding guidelines, and leadership initiatives. The Council ...

40. July Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

As summer heats up you may be looking for something to do while you hang out in a cool place. Why not read one of the following books our staff has recently enjoyed? The July Staff Book Reviews have ...

41. June Staff Book Reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

As we get ready for the Summer Reading season the staff of the Pioneer Library System, and hometown libraries, offer you these book reviews. Perhaps one or two will help you kick your Summer Reading off ...

42. Joining the Newcastle Friends Group
(Frequently Asked Questions/Newcastle)

... city wide garage sales. Friends helps set up the book sale on Wednesday, Friends preview sale is on Thursday, and the public sale is on Friday and Saturday  ...

43. May 2008 staff book reviews
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

The PLS and hometown libraries staff have selected some interesting titles to share with you this month. If you enjoy Adult Fiction or Non-Fiction, Teen or Children's books our reviewers have you ...

44. PLS Presents : A Focus on Poetry
(Pioneer Library System/PLS Presents...)

... of youthful feelings, reviews the relish of somple pleasures, keeps unquenched the enthusiasm which warmed the springtime of our being, refines youthful love, strengthens our interest in human nature, ...

45. How do I have an adult book discussion?
(Frequently Asked Questions/Reader Services)

... reviews, articles about the book, and information about the author. Each kit can be checked out for 6 weeks. So whether your interests are fiction or nonfiction or romance or mystery - Pioneer Library ...

46. When is the book sale?
(Frequently Asked Questions/Shawnee)

The Friends continuous book sale is located near the library circulation desk. The annual book sale in the Community Rooms normally occurs during the first week of October . Friends booksale 2009: Preview ...

47. When is the book sale?
(Frequently Asked Questions/Moore)

The Moore Friends Book Sale for 2010 will be September 23-26. Thursday night is the members only preview sale, Friday and Saturday the regular sale, and Sunday is the bag sale. The funds generated ...

48. Dive into Healthy Eating in Moore
(Moore/Summer Reading - Adult)

... lifestyle. Melissa will review the food pyramid guide, portion sizes, and discuss easy changes to make in order to stay healthy. Melissa Church has a Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Food ...

49. Christian author Terrye Robins to speak at Noble
(Noble/Adults)

... reviews of her mystery novels “Trouble in Paradise,” “Revenge in Paradise,” and her latest book, “Justice in Paradise.”  Robins was born and raised in Oklahoma ...

50. Shawnee hosts Big Read movie showing, discussion
(Shawnee/Adults)

... Hagen has written a number of articles on film and adaption for Literature/Film Quarterly and for such collections as Sooner Cinema and Hollywood as Historia and is a regular reviewer for World Literature ...

51. Business Source Premier
(Web Links / Research Databases)

Provides full text for more than 2,300 journals, including full text for more than 1,100 peer-reviewed titles. This database provides full text back to 1886, and searchable cited references back to 1998. ...

52. Academic Source Premier
(Web Links / Research Databases)

Provides full text for nearly 4,700 publications, including full text for more than 3,600 peer-reviewed journals. PDF backfiles to 1975 or further are available for well over one hundred journals, and ...

53. Literary Reference Center - EBSCO
(Web Links / Research Databases)

Contains plot summaries, synopses and work overviews, articles/essays of literary criticism, author biographies, literary journals, book reviews, classic and contemporary poems, classic and contemporary ...

54. Reader Services
(Category)

... as well as book reviews written by staff and patrons. Not sure what to read?  Try Novelist Plus - and find out what's new and similar to your favorites! ...

55. LJ Book Reviews
(News Feeds / Book News)

http://feeds.feedburner.com/LibraryJournal-BookReviews ...

56. London Review of Books
(News Feeds / Book News)

http://www.lrb.co.uk/homerss.xml

57. NPR Book Reviews
(News Feeds / Book News)

http://www.npr.org/rss/rss.php?id=4467346

58. NYT Sunday Book Review
(News Feeds / Book News)

http://www.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/SundayBookReview.xml ...

59. Washington Post Book Reviews
(News Feeds / Book News)

http://www.arcamax.com/bookreviews/channelfeed ...