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October 16, 2006

New Bestsellers 10/16/06

The following books are appearing on the best seller lists for the first time this week. For a complete listing see our collection of Best Seller Lists.

Library Journal's Fiction & Nonfiction lists have been updated for October 15.

Publisher's Weekly Children's Picture Book list has been updated for October 16.

E = Essence Magazine
NYT = New York Times
PW = Publisher's Weekly
USA = USA Today
* = Titles that have previously appeared on the bestseller lists but are new to our catalog.

Fiction

Janet Evanovich. Motor Mouth
It's the last race of the season and Sam Hooker's NASCAR raceday spotter is Alexandra Barnaby. From her vantage point high above the grandstand she sees things going on in the infield that will change her life. From Miami, Florida to Concord, North Carolina and back to Miami, this is an action-packed multi-car crash of shady dealings, stolen technology, drive-thru windows, and destruction of personal property. (PW #3)

Richard Paul Evans. Finding Noel
The bestselling author of "The Christmas Box" brings the magic back to Christmas in his heartwarming new book. (PW #15)

Charles Frazier. Thirteen Moons
Brilliantly imagined, written with great power and beauty by the author of "Cold Mountain, Thirteen Moons" is a stunning novel about a man's passion for a woman, and how loss, longing, and love can shape a man's destiny over the many moons of a life. (PW #2)

Laurell K. Hamilton. Strange Candy
Number one "New York Times" bestselling author Laurell K. Hamilton offers a short story collection that includes an all-new Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter story. (PW #5)

Nonfiction

Richard Dawkins. The God Delusion
A preeminent scientist - and the world's most prominent atheist - asserts the irrationality of belief in God and the grievous harm religion has inflicted on society, from the Crusades to 9/11. (PW #9)

Frank Lawlis. The IQ Answer
Dr. Lawlis, the primary contributing psychologist for "The Dr. Phil Show," offers practical advice on boosting brain power for the whole family. "The I.Q. Answer" is a fascinating and user-friendly guide to fulfilling one's potential, and will help readers with everything from ADHD to stubborn mental blocks. (PW #13)

Hampton Sides. Blood and Thunder: An Epic of the American West
Brings the history of the American conquest of the West to ringing life. (PW #14)

Library Journal Nonfiction

Don Piper. 90 Minutes in Heaven
On the Way home from a conference, Don Piper's car was crushed by a semi truck that crossed into his lane. Medical personnel said he died instantly. While his body lay lifeless inside the ruins of his car, Piper experienced the glories of heaven, awed by its beauty and music. Ninety minutes after the wreck, while a minister prayed for him, Piper miraculously returned to life on earth with only the memory of inexpressible heavenly bliss. His faith in God was severely tested as he faced an uncertain and grueling recovery. (#12)