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10A | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2021 | SIUSLAW NEWS Library Tidings Book Review: “The Space Between Worlds” by Micaiah Johnson An outsider who can trav- el between worlds discovers a secret that threatens her new home and her fragile place in it, in a stunning sci-fi debut that’s both a cross-dimension- al adventure and a powerful examination of identify, priv- ilege and belonging. Multiverse travel is final- ly possible, but there’s just one catch: No one can visit a world where their counterpart is still alive. Enter Cara, whose parallel selves happen to be exceptionally good at dying —from disease, turf wars or HEALTH from page 1A coverage, they can sign up for help to get health insurance for 2021. “The pandemic has made life uncertain for many Ore- gonians. We want to help you find a way to control your fi- nances,” said Chiqui Flowers, administrator of the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace. “Quality health coverage pro- tects your financial future in the event that you get sick, injured, or something else un- foreseen happens.” “It is true. The pandemic has proven that life is unpredict- able. That can be scary when it comes to the health and finan- cial security of your family,” said Amy Coven, communica- tions strategist for the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace. “Health coverage brings pre- dictability to health needs that may arise, as well as a wealth of benefits to keep you healthy.” Individuals making $51,040 or less per year, and families of four making $104,800 or less, may get help paying for cover- age. In 2020, more than seven in 10 Oregonians who chose plans through HealthCare.gov got financial help for monthly vendettas they couldn’t out- run. Cara’s life has been cut short on 372 worlds in total. On this Earth, however, Cara has survived. Identified as an outlier and therefore a perfect candidate for multi- verse travel, Cara is plucked from the dirt of the waste- lands. Now she has a nice apartment on the lower levels of the wealthy and walled-off Wiley City. She works — and shamelessly flirts — with her enticing yet aloof handler, Dell, as the two women col- lect off-world data for the Eldridge Institute. She even occasionally leaves the city to visit her family in the wastes, though she struggles to feel at home in either place. So long as she can keep her head down and avoid trouble. Cara is on a sure path to citizenship and security. But trouble finds Cara when one of her eight remain- premiums and out-of-pocket costs. These savings lowered the average premium to just $145 per month. To apply, go to Oregon- HealthCare.gov until May 15 and answer a few Oregon-spe- cific questions to get to the right application. You can also search the “get help” directo- ry on OregonHealthCare.gov to find an insurance agent or community partner organiza- tion to help complete the ap- plication and enroll. Insurance agents and com- munity partners provide local, News about the Siuslaw Public Library By Kevin Mittge ing doppelgangers dies under mysterious circumstances, plunging her into a new world with an old secret. What she discovers will connect her past and her future in ways she could have never imag- ined — and reveal her own role in a plot that endangers not just her world but the en- tire multiverse. Federal Tax Forms The library is starting to get in the basic federal IRS tax forms and instructions. These will be available during curb- side hours in the lobby. Be sure to wear a mask! This year AARP’s Tax-Aide program is not offering ser- vices at the library. They offer some services in Eugene and you can call them at 541-954- 7941 for more information. Books program is coming up. Librarian Kevin Mittge will present 60 of the best books of 2020 in 60 minutes. Books are chosen from reviews, best- of lists, and patron and staff recommendations. We’ve got something for every reader! This year’s program is vir- tual. Contact ref@siuslawli- brary.org or 541-997-3132 to get the Zoom login for this free event. RB Digital We have a wonderful ser- vice that’s free with your li- brary card: RB Digital. They have more than 3,000 peri- odical titles, including week- ly and monthly magazines to read on your device, coloring books you can print at home, and more. Create your free ac- count and start reading today! A link can be found on the Best Books Program library’s webpage at www. The library’s annual Best siuslawlibrary.info. one-on-one assistance at no (DCBS). For more informa- charge to the client. This help tion, go to OregonHealthCare. is available virtually and over gov. the phone, as well as in person following safety protocols. The Oregon Health Insur- ance Marketplace, a part of state government, helps people get health insurance when they do not have job-based cover- age, and do not qualify for the Oregon Health Plan or anoth- er program. The Marketplace is the state-level partner to HealthCare.gov, and a division of the Department of Con- sumer and Business Services www.TheSiuslawNews.com Barbara Martin TAXES & BOOKKEEPING Due to Covid 19, we are discouraging “in offi ce” appointments but are glad to receive your tax information by drop off in the mail slot at our offi ce or by mail or email. Please feel free to contact the offi ce with any questions or concerns. Please stay safe!” Stocks. Bonds. CDs. IRAs. Mutual funds. 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