WSJ’s Top Book Recommendations-Cary Regional

Discover the best books of the year, handpicked by the editors of The Wall Street Journal. From thought-provoking nonfiction to engrossing fiction, our Top Book Recommendations offer a curated list of exceptional reads that will inform, inspire, and entertain. Featuring titles from acclaimed authors and emerging voices, our selection spans genres and subjects, ensuring there's something for every reader. Dive into the world of ideas, stories, and perspectives that will change the way you think, feel, and see the world.
 

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301. The worst hard time: the untold story of those who survived the great American dust bowl

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Author:
Egan, Timothy
Average Rating:
3.5 stars
Notes:
Ranked #5 by the WSJ on June 29th, 2025 as best story of the Dust Bowl.
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5 copies, 1 person is on the wait list.
Leesville Community - Adult Non-Fiction
978.032 EGAN
Middlecreek Community - Adult Non-Fiction
978.032 EGAN
North Regional - Adult Non-Fiction
978.032 EGAN
Description:
Presents an oral history of the dust storms that devastated the Great Plains during the Depression, following several families and their communities in their struggle to persevere despite the devastation.

302. You didn't hear this from me: (mostly) true notes on gossip

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Author:
McKinney, Kelsey
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Duraleigh Road - Adult Non-Fiction has 2
296.3 MCKIN
Green Road Community - Adult Non-Fiction
296.3 MCKIN
Oberlin Regional - Adult Non-Fiction
296.3 MCKIN
Description:
"Can you keep a secret? As the pandemic forced us to socialize at a distance, Kelsey McKinney was mourning the juicy updates, jaw-dropping stories, and idle chatter that she'd typically collect over drinks with friends. She realized she wasn't the only one missing these little morsels and her hunger for this aspect of normalcy took on a life of its own and the blockbuster Normal Gossip podcast was born. With listenership in the millions and gossip...