Bury your nose: Hot books for November by women
“Maggie: The dog who changed my life,” by Dawn Kairns
About family? Yes, if you consider your dog family.
By a local author? Yes.
Timely? Not particularly, although “animals are such gifts to us,” the Web site says. The book is about a black lab, Maggie, who helps the author find her place in the world.
Poems? No.
“Letter to my daughter,” by Maya Angelou
About family? Yes.
By a local author? No.
Timely? Maybe. The book contains Angelou’s life lessons, some of which might bring useful lessons to help endure the holidays.
Poems? A few.
“I like you: Hospitality under the influence,” by Amy Sedaris
About family? Yes.
By a local author? No.
Timely? Yes. This book is a funny guide to throwing parties. Tip: Put marbles in your medicine cabinet to deter nosy guests. This book is new in paperback as of Oct. 22.
Poems? No, although some might say the humor is poetic.
“The truro bear and other adventures: Poems and essays,” by Mary Oliver
About family? No. By a local author? No.
Timely? No. This book is a collection of short writings about mammals, insects and reptiles.
Poems? Oh yes. Oliver won the Pulitzer Prize in poetry in 1983.
“The kindness handbook: A practical handbook,” by Sharon Salzberg
About family? Yes. It encompasses all relationships.
By a local author? No. Salzberg is also a meditation instructor.
Timely? Yes. “Kindness is the fuel that will help you ‘walk your talk’ of love — daily,” Salzberg writes. A great Thanksgiving book.
Poems? No.
