AUBURN – Some of the Auburn Public Library new acquisitions for November are announced.

Fiction

“The Camel Club,” David Baldacci. When four underachieving political hacks who meet to swap paranoid conspiracy theories witness the murder of a secret service agent, they’re plunged into a real conspiracy beyond their wildest dreams.

“The Lincoln Lawyer,” Michael Connelly. Haunted by the ethical ambiguities of his job, defense attorney Mickey Haller lands his first high-paying client in years, but his break turns into a nightmare when his investigator on the case turns up dead.

“A Wedding in December: A Novel,” Anita Shreve. At an inn in the Berkshire Mountains, seven former schoolmates gather for a wedding, but the personal conflicts and demons each conceals turns their reunion into a stormy event.

“Murder at the Washington Tribune: A Capital Crimes Novel,” Margaret Truman. When two young women are found murdered, crime reporter Joe Wilcox concocts a fictional serial killer to advance his career, not realizing his brother may be the real thing.

“Ordinary Heroes,” Scott Turow. In this suspenseful novel, a retired newspaperman investigates his deceased father’s World War II activities after discovering some hitherto unknown love letters that hint at personal and political intrigue.

Nonfiction

“Crack in the Edge of the World: America and the Great California Earthquake of 1906,” Simon Winchester. In this account, Winchester melds science and social history to illustrate man’s tenuous grip over the forces of nature.

“Life Is Not a Fairy Tale,” Fantasia. The former American Idol contestant known for her fiery talent and humble beginnings explains why she believes perseverance and faith are the keys to success.

“Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln,” Doris Kearns Goodwin. In her first full-length book in years, the historian traces the confluence of accident and talent that forged an unlikely candidate into one of the greatest presidents.

“How Republicans Stole Christmas: The Republican Party’s Declared Monopoly on Religion and What Democrats Can Do to Take It Back,” Bill Press. A former seminarian argues that keeping religion out of politics makes good moral sense.

“What Remains: A Memoir of Fate, Friendship, and Love,” Carol Radziwill. The author recounts how her marriage to a Kennedy cousin and their friendship with JFK Jr. and Carolyn Besset turned tragic when her husband was diagnosed with cancer.

“Fractured Mind: My Life with Multiple Personality Disorder,” Robert Oxnam. An outwardly successful China specialist tells the remarkable story of how he unknowingly harbored multiple personalities for most of his adult life.

Children’s books

“The Birthday Fish,” Dan Yaccarino. Once again, Cynthia’s birthday present is not the pony she has always desired, but her disappointment turns to wonder when she discovers her present has its own unique qualities. For preschoolers.

“Rosalie, My Rosalie: The Tale of a Duckling,” Jacquelyn Mitchard. A best-selling adult novelist gives an early-reader novel about a girl and her pet duckling, whose growing up creates a dilemma. For readers in grades two through four.

“Permanent Rose,” Hilary McKay. The adventures of the British, slightly eccentric Casson clan continue in this tale of late-summer personal quests, family tensions and the emergence of an unlikely hero. For readers in grades five through eight.

“How It Feels to Have a Gay or Lesbian Parent: A Book by Kids for Kids of All Ages,” Judith Snow. Featuring true stories of children with GLBT parents, the book will be a resource for families and professionals. For readers in grades five and up.

“Let’s Sign: Every Baby’s Guide to Communicating with Grownups,” Kelly Ault. Everyone in the family will learn the signs for “hungry,” “more,” “please,” “delicious,” and many others in this picture book for babies and preschoolers.