AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library has announced new acquisitions for March.

Fiction

“Cold Wind,” C. J. Box. In his 11th time out, Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett attempts to clear his mother-in-law, Missy Alden, of the murder of her fifth husband. Politics and wind power find their way into the deadly mix.

“The Illumination: a Novel,” Kevin Brockmeier. In this novel wounds and illnesses begin emitting a shining light, a wonder, which is quickly deemed “The Illumination.” Humans are forced to look at and react to each other in new ways, illuminating the human condition.

“The Land of Painted Caves: a Novel,” Jean Auel. In an ice age setting, Auel finishes her sixth and final book in the “Earth’s Children” series.

“Sixkill,” Robert B. Parker. The Boston PD calls in Spencer to investigate a case when bad-boy actor Jumbo Nelson is accused of the rape and murder of a young woman. Spencer teams up with Jumbo’s bodyguard Zebulon Sixkill to put things right.

Nonfiction

“Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother,” Amy Chua. A Yale law professor argues that the strict approach to child rearing favored by traditional Chinese families is better suited to producing high-achieving children than the more permissive Western style.

“The 4-Hour Body: An Uncommon Guide to Rapid Fat-Loss, Incredible Sex and Becoming Superhuman,” Timothy Ferris. Ferris’s central question is which small lifestyle changes yield the biggest results?

“The Hidden Reality: Parallel Universes and the Deep Laws of the Cosmos,” Brian Greene. Multiple universes and parallel dimensions are much in the news lately, but what does it all mean? A pioneer of string theory who is also a gifted teacher explains.

“Heaven is for Real: A Little Boy’s Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back,” Todd Burpo. The 4-year-old son of a Nebraska preacher recounts visions from a near-death incident, including facts about his family that he couldn’t have known.

“Poser: My Life in 23 Yoga Poses,” Claire Dederer. Dederer’s memoir explores roles and attitudes of her generation of women through the self-actualizing motif of yoga.

Young adult

“Kiss Me Deadly,” edited by Trisha Telep. It is a collaboration of 13 short stories by writers in paranormal fiction. One moment the reader will be in medieval Europe and the next transported to modern times. The stories range from comedic and offbeat to dark and romantic.

“Tricks,” Ellen Hopkins> A dark novel that follows the lives of five teens and their struggles with oppression and hardship. The perils range from escaping an evangelical household, sex, gambling, discrimination and love. The novel culminates with the teens’ paths converging and hope emerging from hopelessness.

“Shojo Fashion: Manga Art School,” Irene Flores. It focuses on designing clothing and adding style to manga characters. The accuracy of human anatomy is another focus. Flores guides the artist in a step-by-step fashion allowing one to complete their work from start to finish.

“Straight Talk About…Date Rape,” Jessica Wilkins. Wilkins’ goal is to be frank about sexual violence and to stress that any sort of abuse is unacceptable. This title instructs the reader about how to protect oneself from sexual violence and where to seek help.

Children

“The Genius Files: Mission Unstoppable,” Dan Gutman. It introduces readers to twin 12-year-olds, Coke and Pepsi McDonald, a brother and sister duo. They have uncovered a secret government plot to use YAGs (Young American Geniuses) to solve the country’s problems. Guess who is on the list? Join them on their cross country vacation filled with quirky adventures. Best for kids in grades four to six.

“Eggs Over Evie,” Alison Jackson. As the daughter of a celebrity chef, Evie loves to cook. Her parents are divorced and Evie misses her dad and the dog he took with him when he left. Dad’s new wife is expecting a baby and Evie must navigate the often rocky road of learning to accept dad’s new family and the new normal that her life post divorce brings. She spends lots of time in the kitchen working her way through her grief. The story and characters portray the confusion that divorce can bring to a family. Best for kids in grades four through six.

“Clara Lee and the Apple Pie Dream,” Jenny Han. Third-grader, Clara, a Korean-American, has a positive attitude and lots of spunk. Clara’s grandfather is her biggest supporter as she pursues her dream of being Little Miss Apple Pie and riding in the float in her town’s apple festival. Black and white illustrations. Best for grades two to four.

“Fearless:The Story of Racing Legend Louise Smith,” Barb Rosenstock. Bright realistic paintings illustrate this glimpse into the life of a racing legend. Louise Smith grew up in a time when girls weren’t allowed to speak their minds, go to the best schools or even play baseball! Fearless Louise did not follow the rules of the day, she did whatever she pleased. During her career as a race car driver she won 38 races. Louise became the first woman elected to the International Motorsports Hall of Fame. Written for the young grade-schooler.

“The Village Garage,” G. Brian Karas. The picture book follows the life of a village garage throughout the seasons of the year and the variety of jobs performed by the workers. Best for kids in pre-school-through grade two.