Author: Holly
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Megan’s Book of Divorce
Megan’s Book of Divorce: a kid’s book for adults : as told to Erica Jong Jong 1984 Submitter: I found this amazing book at a used book store. Not necessarily a library book, but still awesome. I took pics of so many pages, I might as well have scanned the…
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Out of the body or out of the library?
Beyond the Body Blackmore 1986, c1982. Submitter: I confess I just weeded this book from our HS library. I love the whirling astral projections! There are lots of holdings according to WorldCat. Hey, folks, at least update with the 1992 edition! The author has very eclectic interests, and no longer…
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Very Young Rider
Very Young Rider Krementz 1977 Submitter: While in the much-needed process of updating our sports non-fiction collection for kids, I was flipping through this book, since it seemed to be in fairly good physical condition. Our library acquired it in ’84. Though obviously dated, the photos and content didn’t seem…
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Arm Wrasslin’
Armwrestling: How to Become a Champion Jeffrey 1977 Submitter: I suppose the images speak for themselves. Holly: What does one have to do to become an official armwrestling referee? And why are the contestants wearing referee shirts? I’m fascinated by the history of Chinese armwrestling. Sucks to be the loser…
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Art or Nightmare?
Miracle: a Celebration of New Life Geddes and Dion 2004 Submitter: I picked this book out of our oversized collection, and was immediately terrified. My two least favorite things from the 90s – Celine Dion and Anne Geddes. Nothing could prepare me for the horrors that awaited me within. First …
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How Babies Are Made
How Babies Are Made Andry and Schepp 1968 Submitter (Who asked me to call him/her “Nialla”): This little gem is no longer in our collection, but it’s been kept in the workroom for years. I’m pretty sure it was kept there the entire time it was in the library, because…
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