AUBURN – New books have been added to the shelves of the Auburn Public Library.

Nonfiction

“Once Upon a Time: Behind the Fairy Tale of Princess Grace and Prince Rainier,” by J. Randy Tarraborrelli. A popular biographer provides a well researched account of the trials and ultimate contentment Grace found in her marriage to the Prince of Monaco.

“Living History,” by Hilary Rodham Clinton. The junior senator from New York recounts her experiences as first lady, her “vast right wing conspiracy” comment, and the Monica Lewinsky affair.

“John Paul Jones: Sailor, Hero, Father of the American Navy,” by Evan Thomas. Newsweek editor Thomas brings his journalistic skills to bear in this vivid account of a brilliant but tragically flawed Revolutionary War hero.

“Treason: Liberal Treachery from the Cold War to the War on Terrorism,” by Ann Coulter. With her usual take-no-prisoners approach, the popular pundit argues that liberals have been wrong on every foreign policy issue since the Truman administration.

“A Million Little Pieces,” by James Frey. A former drug dealer turned screenwriter chronicles his years of addiction and self-abuse, his stays at Hazelden, and his resistance to the concept of a higher power in horrific but riveting detail.

“Absolute Trust in the Goodness of the Earth : New Poems,” by Alice Walker. The prolific writer and social activist explores the themes of friendship, love, ethnicity, war, and peace in her first collection of poetry in a decade.

Children’s

“I Stink,” by Kate and Jim McMullan. Children who enjoy seeing their own neighborhood garbage truck will like this picture book story of garbage truck’s nightly adventures devouring the trash. For readers in preschool through grade three.

“Especially Heroes,” by Virginia Kroll. Who are your heroes? Using childhood memories, the author tells the story of a girl who gets a look at heroism when her father and others protect their neighbors from a group of racists. For readers in grades three through five.

“Dawdle Ducklings,” by Toni Buzzeo. If you enjoyed Make Way for Ducklings, you will also like this picture book of a family of ducks, including one who just plays and chases flies all day. This is a Lupine Honor Book for 2003. For readers ages 2 and up.

“Fall,” by Mary L. Meyer. This is a picture science book showing the many activities relating to autumn and the way plants and animals prepare for this season. The author provides readers with several interesting Web sites. For readers in grades two and three.

“The Silent Boy,” by Lois Lowry. Popular author Lowry weaves a story of friendship between a doctor’s daughter and a retarded boy. For readers ages 9 to 12.

Videos and DVDs

“Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” (DVD). Cars fly, trees fight back and a mysterious elf bears a warning as Harry Potter starts the second year of his amazing journey into the world of wizardry. Rated PG.

“The Pianist” (VHS and DVD) is the true story of Polish Jew Wladyslaw Szpilman, a young and celebrated pianist who witnessed the brutal Nazi occupation of Warsaw. Winner of 3 Academy Awards, including Best Actor and Best Director. Rated R.

“The Jungle Book 2” (VHS and DVD). The jungle is jumping again with Mowgli, Bagheera and the rest of your favorite characters in this fun-filled musical adventure. Disney Rated G.

“Die Another Day” (DVD). Pierce Brosnan returns as James Bond, this time to find himself captured by the enemy, abandoned by M6 and stripped of his 00 license. This is an action-packed 2-Disc set with special features. Rated PG-13.

“Frida” (VHS) is the triumphant motion picture about an exceptional woman who earned fame as a talented artist with a unique vision. Starring Salma Hayek. Nominated for 6 Academy Awards. Rated R.

“The Black Candle” (VHS), “The Black Velvet Gown” (VHS), “Colour Blind” (VHS) and “The Gambling Man” (VHS) are all adaptations of the best-selling works of Catherine Cookson. Not rated.