The Logan Library is pleased to announce that we now offer Transparent Language software. Transparent Language is an interactive immersion program that enables language learners to take basic vocabulary and quickly progress to more advanced comprehension and use. Grammar, vocabulary, reading, listening, pronunciation skills, and more are emphasized through the use of native language texts, videos, and stories that immerse you in the foreign language.


The Transparent Language software is stored on a USB key. After you check out the Transparent Language software, simply plug the USB drive into any computer and follow the prompts to install the program. The USB acts as a "Key" that allows you to use the program as long as the drive is inserted into your computer. The program remains on your computer and stores all of your information, so you can access it the next time you check out the software from the library.


We offer Transparent Language Software for the following 9 languages:

• English
• Chinese
• French
• German
• Hebrew
• Italian
• Japanese
• Russian
• Spanish

Remember, in addition to Transparent Language the Library also offers language learning tools on books, CD, and DVD. Contact the library if you have any questions.

Here is another reading pick from the Logan Library Staff.


Book: Wire in the Blood by Val McDermid
Recommended by: Melanie, Librarian
Award winning British mystery author, McDermid, has created gritty, intense characters in this riveting psychological thriller. Not for the squeamish, the book follows Dr. Tony Hill, a psychological profiler, as he helps the police find a sadistic serial killer. A BBC TV series is based on McDermid's books.


Want more reading suggestions? View previous staff picks.

The library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 for Veterans Day. We will resume normal business hours on November 12. Enjoy your holiday.

Here is another reading pick from the Logan Library Staff.


Book: Unseen Academicals by Terry Pratchett
Recommended by: Danielle, Bridgerland Literacy Director
Terry Pratchett once again takes you to Discworld to visit strange yet familiar characters. In Unseen Academicals, Ankh-Morpork's benevolent Tyrant, Ventinari once again has plans for city improvement. Ventinari has decided the aged, overweight wizards of Unseen University will learn to play football and as an inspiration to the rest of the city, they will play and win a match without using any magic.


Just as in any Discworld book, things are always a bit more complicated than they first appear. In addition to adding football to the University, Pratchett brings in new characters to add flavor to the already smelly Ankh-Morpork. Mr. Hix of the Department of Post-Mortem Communication is particularly entertaining.

Want more reading suggestions? View previous staff picks.