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Here are 16 captivating sci-fi/fantasy books, including a novella and a short story collection, to add to your TBR pile.
City of Lies by Sam Hawke – Jovan is the quiet forgettable friend of the Chancellor’s heir. But secretly he is a master of poisons and is trained to protect the Chancellor’s family from harm.
Furyborn by Claire Legrand – Two young women, centuries apart, hold the power to save the world, or destroy it. [Read more…] about 16 Captivating Sci-Fi and Fantasy Reads
When the leaves turn, and the weather grows cooler, it’s the perfect time to turn the pages of a new book. These recommended reads let you lose yourself in fictional worlds or become immersed in fascinating nonfiction narratives. [Read more…] about Recommended Reads for Early Fall
If you’ve been waiting for your favorite YA author to come out with a new book, you’re in luck. Here are ten new YA books arriving this fall — authors include Markus Zusak (The Book Thief), Ransom Riggs (Miss Peregrine’s Peculiar Children), and Kwame Alexander (The Crossover).
Bridge of Clay by Markus Zusak
From the author who gave us the extraordinary bestseller The Book Thief, comes the breathtaking story of five brothers who bring each other up in a world run by their own rules. As the Dunbar boys love and fight and learn to reckon with the adult world, they discover the moving secret behind their father’s disappearance. At the center of the Dunbar family is Clay, a boy who will build a bridge—for his family, for his past, for greatness, for his sins, for a miracle. The question is, how far is Clay willing to go and how much can he overcome? [Read more…] about New YA Books From Bestselling Authors
It’s back to school time! As you gear up for the school year, consider adding these library resources to your study routine. The best part? You can access them without ever leaving home!
We love LearningExpress for its job skills and college admissions test help, but don’t overlook the School Center for younger learners. Elementary, middle, and high school sections offer practice exercises for improving skills in math, English, social studies, science, and more. Eighth-graders can even find practice tests for their high school entrance exams!
Brainfuse is a library of resources for learners of all ages. Be sure to explore everything it offers, but here are a few of our favorites:
Need more help? Come in to your local library! We’re always happy to help you explore Bucks County Free Library’s electronic and traditional materials.
These resources are sponsored and funded by the Bucks County Free Library for all county residents. Visit buckslib.org for more.
Having trouble with your electronic equipment? Want to learn more about something you already own? Need help contacting the manufacturer? As we like to say, if it has a power button, we can help!
Our skilled Help Desk technicians are certified to provide support and assist with repairs, upgrades, and service for equipment that is no longer covered by a warranty. For equipment still covered under warranty, we will provide support and help you communicate with the manufacturer about your problem. If a part is required to fix your computer or device, we will let you know alternatives for where you can purchase the needed part with approximate prices.
Help Desk is offered at most branches and, starting September 16, we’ll have Sunday Help Desk hours at the Doylestown branch from 1 to 5 p.m.
Appointments are recommended. View our services and schedule an appointment.
This fall, we are rolling out a series of adult education programs aimed at helping you learn and engage with a variety of important topics. Because at Bucks County Free Library, we believe learning is a lifelong pursuit! [Read more…] about New Adult Education Programs This Fall
It’s no secret that lots of adults enjoy reading Young Adult (YA) novels. If that includes you, check out these YA titles recommended by our Collection Management Director.
Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi
Zelie Adebola remembers when the soil hummed with magic and her Reaper mother summoned forth souls. Now that has disappeared under orders from a ruthless king, who killed Zelie’s mother and other maji and left his people oppressed and hopeless. But Zelie still has the fire burning inside and has one chance to strike against the monarchy with the help of a rogue princess while outrunning the crown prince, who will stop at nothing to eradicate magic for good. [Read more…] about YA Novels Adults Will Enjoy
We are hosting three local author expos this November and are looking for authors who would like to participate. The expos will take place during the first three Saturdays in November: [Read more…] about Calling All Authors – Join Our Author Expos!
Our August Recommended Reads for adults take you around the world with stops in present-day Canada, pre-revolutionary Russia, WWII London, an aging cruise ship, cancer research labs, kitchens full of Jell-o, and more. [Read more…] about New Adult Fiction & Nonfiction for August
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