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May 1, 2024 Great Reads | May Starred Reviews By LJ Reviews The top reads from our May issue, ranging across audio, mystery, suspense, romance, fiction, horror, science fiction, fantasy, arts, science, and more. | SPONSORED BY UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA PRESS A Guide to Understanding the Greatest Threat to Democracy Drawing on almost three decades of research on the histories of fascism and populism around the world, this book lays out in clear language what the author calls the "four pillars of fascism"—xenophobia, propaganda, political violence, and ultimately dictatorship. Learn more>>> | Jewish American Heritage Month | A Reading List By Barbara Bibel This booklist features history, biography, short stories, historical fiction, and more, all of which commemorate the breadth of experience and wide-ranging accomplishments of Jewish Americans. | Mental Health Awareness Month | A Reading List By Sarah Hashimoto The books in this list—literary fiction, romance, memoirs, and essays—were written by authors who have personal experience living with mental illness and speak to the importance of continued dialogue surrounding mental health. | Read-Alikes for The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson | LibraryReads By Barbara Hoffert, Amy Lewontin, and Randall M. Miller The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes by Allen C. Guelzo, Doris Kearns Goodwin, and Jon Meacham for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book. | Job Zone utilizes unique job matching technology to help you find the perfect job (and employers find the perfect candidate), whether you’re actively seeking or just keeping an eye out for your possibilities. Log on today and check out our newest features, including automated job and candidate matches, and email alerts. JOB OF THE WEEK
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