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You may not realize it, but there are many different kinds of quiet, from "Hide and seek quiet" to "Trying not to hiccup quiet."  Through the adorable and very funny illustrations, you and the children you love can explore all the quiets that exist in the world.  A treasure to read again and again!  For ages 3 and up. – Cathy

Loyal Ledford returned from WWII with nightmares of wartime violence, a vision of social justice, and the desire to be his own boss, so he started a marble making business on some backwoods West Virginia property that belonged to his ancestors. Ledford's vision attracts a growing community of like-minded people whose ideals often conflict with traditional mainstream attitudes about civil rights, poverty, and justice. As the 1950s turn into the 1960s, Ledord has to face increasing challenges to the cause he believes in. A wonderful cast of characters and a well-written, thought-provoking story makes this I book I will not easily forget. – Alice

Olive moves in to a new home, and not everything is as it seems.  All around her, secrets abound, including strange cats and a pair of glasses that allows Olive to enter the many pictures hung around the house.  As she begins to delve deeper into solving the mysteries of the house, more twists and turns abound.  Adventurous, magical, creepy, and wonderfully creative… if you are a fan of Roald Dahl and Neil Gaiman, and like the Narnia series, you will really enjoy this book.  Jacqueline West’s first novel shines brightly. – Becky