Skip to main content » ALA to launch Book Club Central with Sarah Jessica Parker ALA to launch Book Club Central with Sarah Jessica ParkerSarah Jessica Parker Channels Carrie Bradshaw By Launching a New Line of Books She's the captain editor now.Sarah Jessica Parker, who is arguably best known for her long-running role as writer Carrie Bradshaw on HBO's hit series Sex and the City, is bringing a piece of her famous onscreen character to reality by launching a new line of fiction books.SJP has announced her new position as editorial director for SJP at Hogarth Publishing, where she will help discover and nurture upcoming writers. So, no, she won't be writing some scandalous and sexy tales for our reading pleasure, but she will help "find, edit, and publish three to four new novels a year." Sarah Jessica Parker Suffers Wardrobe Malfunction "As a lifelong book lover, as someone who treasures and admires the skill and talent of original and powerful story tellers it is my great privilege to be invited into the world and business of books," the star said in a statement."
Especially thrilling to join those who serve the rich history that is Hogarth. I so look forward to offering to readers the sort of books that have inspired my life long devotion to the written word." This new venture came about after meeting the head honcho of Hogarth, Molly Stern, a few years ago."From the moment we met, I was drawn to Sarah Jessica's extraordinary passion for books and her natural instinct for what makes for great writing. The Hogarth editorial team and I cannot wait to partner with her as she brings her excellent taste and infectious enthusiasm to bear in support of both writers and reading."According to the press release, SJP will "selectively publish high-quality works of fiction by both established writers and distinctive emerging voices with critical and commercial promise, with its first list anticipated to debut in 2018."Research4Life (HINARI, AGORA, OARE) User name and Password for Research4Life databases can be obtained from SAL/Medical ext.8529,8530 E-Resources Available through International Network for the Availability of Scientific Publications (INASP)
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He tells the story of war-torn Chechnya and a handful of characters living in and near the tiny and devastated village of Eldar. You don’t have to know a whole lot about the history of Chechnya to truly love this extraordinary book, or to find yourself recommending it to everyone you know. And to be very excited about this young writer’s future.” To Rise Again at a Decent Hour “This is the story of a Park Avenue dentist named Paul O’Rourke, who is a lonely and sad sort of fellow. I was really surprised at how much I loved this book about a depressive man longing for connection. Ferris’ keen observations of the details of life are a gift to his reader, and he surrounds his protagonist with wonderful, honest, funny, and colorful characters that only add to the delight of reading this novel.”Simply put, I’m indescribably jealous of any reader picking up this masterpiece for the first time. And once they do, they will long remember the heartrending character of Theo Decker and his unthinkable journey.”
The Way We Live Now “This perfectly satirical novel tells the story of new money arriving in Old England. It is a commentary on privilege, money, and who is invited. But it also includes a great romance, and though it’s massive in page count, I was completely absorbed and loved every single moment, big and small.” Five Days at Memorial: Life and Death in a Storm-Ravaged Hospital “This brilliant, non-fiction book is brutal and minutely-researched: It describes, in shocking detail, the horrific conditions and chaotic, terrifying, and unfortunate days of a big public hospital in New Orleans struggling to serve its community in the five days following Hurricane Katrina. Just as importantly, it is a graphic portrait of the complicated, difficult, and highly-controversial decisions the doctors and nurses had to make.”Welcome to the Learning CommonsThe Learning Commons at Saint Joseph Prep is open to all members of the SJP community. All students may visit the Learning Commons before and after school and during their study periods.
Every day, Virtual High School students report to the Learning Commons to attend their online courses, and students seeking academic support meet with the faculty/staff of the Academic Enrichment Center. Students may also use the Writing Center before, during and after school.The Academic Enrichment Center, now located in the Learning Commons, is open to all students every day from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Students of all levels of ability and achievement are strongly encouraged to take full advantage of the AEC during study periods, advisory periods, lunch periods, and before and after school. In combination with its structured academic support program, the AEC also hosts Math, Science and Writing Labs for students who are interested in availing themselves of additional academic support during the school day.The Saint Joseph Prep Learning Commons continues to offer a variety of excellent print and electronic resources to support the curriculum. Students are encouraged to use all available databases, e-books and print resources when conducting research.