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The brightest star / by Michaels, Fern,author.;
"Christmas is more than just a celebration for Lauren Montgomery. For generations, it's been her family's livelihood. Their Christmas shop, Razzle Dazzle Décor, has seen seasonal fads come and go, but there's one trend they can't escape: online superstores are swallowing their sales, and this Christmas season will need to be their best ever if the store is to stay in business ... Lauren also has a sideline: writing biographies for business figures. She's thrilled when her literary agent contacts her with a new proposal--before learning that the subject will be none other than John Gerald Giompalo, the titan behind Globalgoods.com, the online retailer that has spelled doom for hundreds of small businesses just like Razzle Dazzle Décor."--Dust jacket flap.
Subjects: Christmas fiction.; Domestic fiction.; Family-owned business enterprises; Businesswomen; Women biographers; Authors; Electronic commerce; Teleshopping; Man-woman relationships;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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2 sisters murder investigations [text (large print)] / by Patterson, James,1947-author.; Fox, Candice,author.;
"Rhonda and Barbara 'Baby' Bird are half-sisters--and full partners in their Los Angeles detective agency. They agree on nothing. Rhonda, a former attorney, takes a by-the-book approach to solving crimes, while teenage Baby relies on her street smarts. But when they take a controversial case of a loner whose popular wife has gone missing, they're accused of being PIs who can't tell a client from a killer. The Bird sisters share a late father, but not much else--except their willingness to fight"--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Large print books.; Novels.; Family-owned business enterprises; Missing persons; Private investigators; Recluses; Sisters; Wives; Women detectives; Women lawyers;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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A walk along the beach : a novel / by Macomber, Debbie,author.;
"Two sisters facing challenging odds must rely on each other more than ever before in a gorgeous new novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. Inseparable since the sudden loss of their mother as teenagers, Willa and Harper Lakey are perfect opposites. Quiet, demure Willa has always admired Harper's sense of fearlessness and adventure, but enjoys her peaceful routine as a café owner in their quaint, coastal hometown of Oceanside, Washington. When a handsome customer shows interest in Willa, Harper urges her sister to take a chance on love--something totally out of Willa's comfort zone. But just as Willa begins to explore the possibilities, Harper receives crushing news that threatens to bring everything to a screeching halt. Though the time ahead may be trying, little do Willa and Harper know that it will bring about the most beautiful rewards"--
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Domestic fiction.; Sisters; Man-woman relationships; Women-owned business enterprises; Coffee shops;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 4
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The dressmakers of London / by Kelly, Julia,1986-author.;
Isabelle Shelton has always found comfort in the predictable world of her mother's dressmaking shop, Mrs. Shelton's Fashions, while her sister Sylvia turned her back on the family years ago to marry a wealthy doctor whom Izzie detests. When their mother dies unexpectedly, the sisters are stunned to find they've jointly inherited the family business. Izzie is determined to buy Sylvia out, but when she's conscripted into the WAAF, she's forced to seek Sylvia's help to keep the shop open. Realizing this could be her one chance at reconciliation with her sister, Sylvia is determined to save Mrs. Shelton's Fashions from closure--and financial ruin. Through letters, the sisters begin to confront old wounds, new loves, and the weight of family legacy in order to forge new beginnings in this lyrically moving novel perfect for fans of Genevieve Graham and Lucinda Riley.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Dressmakers; Family-owned business enterprises; Inheritance and succession; Man-woman relationships; Reconciliation; Sisters; Women dressmakers; World War, 1939-1945;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Picks and shovels / by Doctorow, Cory,author.;
"The year is 1986. The city is San Francisco. Here, Martin Hench will invent the forensic accountant--what a bounty hunter is to people, he is to money--but for now he's an MIT dropout odd-jobbing his way around a city still reeling from the invention of a revolutionary new technology that will change everything about crime forever ... When Marty finds himself hired by Silicon Valley PC startup Fidelity Computing to investigate a group of disgruntled ex-employees who've founded a competitor startup, he quickly realizes he's on the wrong side. Marty ditches the greasy old guys running Fidelity Computing without a second thought, utterly infatuated with the electric atmosphere of Computing Freedom. Located in the heart of the Mission, this group of brilliant young women found themselves exhausted by the predatory business practices of Fidelity Computing and set out to beat them at their own game, making better computers and driving Fidelity Computing out of business"--
Subjects: Science fiction.; Novels.; Accountants; Competition; Computer industry; Forensic accounting; Microcomputers; Women-owned business enterprises;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Sins of survivors / by McClean, Joe,author.; Underwood, Blair,contributor.;
"In 1908 Alabama, precocious young Benjamin Carter brings deadly consequences down upon his father's head when he dares to use a white drinking fountain instead of the 'colored' one. With his fierce and protective older brother Jasper, Ben escapes Alabama, joining the Great Migration to Black Bottom, Detroit's flourishing Black neighborhood. There, the brothers rise from the ashes to become kingpins of this new community, owning businesses, playing politics, and diving into Detroit's violent criminal underbelly. Through their wit and grit, Ben and Jasper establish the Carter dynasty, securing a prosperous future for their families. But heavy are the heads that wear the crowns. Seeing their children come of age--young men and women fueled by ambitions of their own--the brothers clash over which direction to steer the Carter empire"--
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Noir fiction.; Novels.; African American business enterprises; African American families; African Americans; Organized crime;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Gilt : a novel / by Brenner, Jamie,1971-author.;
"A luxurious and richly compelling new novel from the acclaimed author of Blush, about a famous family jewelry dynasty and the hidden past that could topple it all. The Pavlin family built an empire on love. As the first jewelers to sell diamond rings exclusively for proposals, they started a tradition that has defined engagements ever since. But when an ill-fated publicity stunt pits the three Pavlin sisters against one another for a famous family jewel, their bond is broken. No ordinary diamond ring, the Electric Rose splinters the sisters, leaving one unlucky in love, one escaping to the shores of Cape Cod, and the other, ultimately, dead. Now, over a decade later, Gemma Maybrook is still reconciling the reality of her mother's death. Left orphaned and cast out by her family after the tragic accident, Gemma is ready to reclaim what should have been hers: the Electric Rose. And, as a budding jewelry designer in her own right, Gemma isn't just planning on recovering her mother's lost memento, she's coming back for everything."--
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Novels.; Families; Family-owned business enterprises; Jewelers; Secrecy;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Knit or dye trying / by Pleiter, Allie,1962-;
"As spring comes to Collinstown, the village launches a food festival to draw a new group of tourists. Libby, proud owner of Y.A.R.N., has planned a yarn event to provide an alternative option to a foodie weekend. Artisan fiber dyer Julie Wilson--known for her work with animal-friendly, plant-based knitting fibers such as bamboo and hemp as well as her brilliant use of color--will hopefully draw a crowd with a special dyeing workshop. The festival begins, but it draws more than crowds. First a flock of sheep parades down the street, herded by farmers protesting Julie's antiwool stance. Then Julie's celebrity chef sister appears, and the siblings resume a long-standing rivalry. Despite all this, Julie's workshop has sold out. Libby is thrilled, and they're preparing for a full house. But the night before the event, Julie is found alone in the warehouse event space--dead. The witty "Watch Julie Wilson Dye" workshop title now has a terrible new meaning--and it's up to Libby to catch a crafty killer"--
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Cozy mysteries.; Women-owned business enterprises; Knitting; Murder;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The same bright stars : a novel / by Joella, Ethan,author.;
"Three generations of Schmidts have run their family's beachfront restaurant and Jack has been at the helm since the death of his father. Jack puts the demands of the restaurant above all else, with a string of failed relationships, no hobbies, and no days off as proof of his commitment to the place. He can't remember the last time he sat on the beach, or even enjoyed a moment to himself. Meanwhile, the DelDine group has been gradually snapping up beloved eateries along this stretch of coast and are pursuing Jack with a very generous offer to take Schmidt's off his hands. Jack craves companionship and maybe even a family. He wonders if closing the door on the restaurant might open a new window for him. But who would he be without Schmidt's, and can he trust DelDine's claims that they will continue to employ his staff and honor his family's legacy? When he receives startling news from the past, Jack begins to reshape his life and forge unexpected new friendships. But will he really let go of the very things that have defined him?"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Psychological fiction.; Novels.; Family-owned business enterprises; Friendship; Life change events; Restaurants;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The pride atlas : 500 iconic destinations for queer travelers / by Hensen, Maartje,author.;
"Welcome to the ultimate guidebook for LGBTQ+ travelers! Whether you're looking for relaxation, romance, or adventure, The Pride Atlas will help you plan your next gaycation. This colorful catalog spans the globe, taking you from metropolitan must-sees, like the birthplace of Pride in New York, or the world's first gayborhood in Berlin, to lesser-known gems, like a trans designer's clothing store in Sao Paulo or the first LGBTQ+ bar in Nepal. Maartje Hensen and a diverse team of international travel writers have put together information on the best pride parades and nightlife hotspots, LGBTQ+ memorials, and queer-owned businesses all around the world-as well as the scoop on alluring natural escapes where LGBTQ+ visitors can unwind among friends. Also included are resources regarding laws, restrictions, and cultural attitudes, ensuring that you can safely enjoy your sojourns and find community wherever you go"--
Subjects: Guidebooks.; Gay business enterprises; Gay pride celebrations; Gay travelers; Gays; Sexual minorities;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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