Lauren Davis Libri

Megalopolis used to be the city hub for all the makers, doers, and dreamers. It was a better time according to Debian Perl, a technomancer known for her out-of-date computer programming skills. Now the city streets are filled with "Egg-heads," those in thrall to the ease and simplicity of new technology as opposed to Debian's way of doing things. Digits is one of those Egg-heads. She is a young social media guru and knows her way around all the newest, latest technology.Debian and Digits cross paths when they both stumble across a 100-year-old lost robot named Ray-Bot. They soon learn that Ray-Bot's CPU was suspiciously overclocked, leaving him unable to perform basic functions and commands. To find out where the robot came from, Debian must teach Digits everything she knows about computer coding and programming. Along their journey to bring Ray-Bot home, they begin piecing together the mysterious puzzle about his malfunction, and uncover some sinister secrets.Debian Perl: Digital Detective is a five-book series in which middle-grade readers will join Debian and Digits on mystery adventures all while building practical knowledge of coding, algorithms, algebra, and logical problem solving.

Exploring the themes of human longing and connection to nature, the poems delve into the authentic frustrations and desires that resonate deeply. Each piece reverently honors elements of the natural world, from lovers to the moon and wildlife, while articulating the complexities of a woman's inner life. Through its evocative language, the collection creates a sanctuary for readers, inviting them to engage with the sacred and familial aspects of existence, ultimately crafting a sense of home within the emotional landscape.

The book offers a comprehensive analysis of adult violin instructional texts from the 17th to the 21st centuries in America, highlighting the evolution of teaching methods. It identifies the merging of two instructional models: a structured approach and self-instructing texts for amateurs. Through diverse research methods, it contextualizes historical changes and their impact on modern adult violin students. Rather than advocating for a specific method, it encourages a reevaluation of current practices and suggests potential improvements in adult violin instruction.

Provides historical and cultural information as well as a guide to the sights of Chicago and its suburbs.