Richard comes to the library to feel a sense of belonging. Each week, he visits the library’s Bensalem branch, collects the newspapers from a staff member who has them waiting, and photocopies puzzles to do at home. “I’ve been reading the newspaper since I was four,” Richard says. “Newspapers are vital for our democracy.” Talking […]
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Checkout a Book Club in a Bag
One of the popular collections at the Bucks County Free Library branches is the Book Club in a Bag collection. We have 38 titles to choose from, including the following fantastic new fiction and nonfiction titles we’ve added in 2023: Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson We can’t choose what we inherit. But can we choose […]
Read ALL the Comics! (A How-To)
Looking for your next graphic novel read? Whether you’re a longtime comics fan or just dipping your toe into the medium, here all the different ways you can find graphic novels at the library. Print Comics and Graphic Novels With over 8,000 graphic novels in our print collection, there’s something for every reader! You can […]
8 Novels Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15) is a great time to pick up a book that centers Hispanic people, history, and culture. Try one of these recent novels, or check cloudLibrary for even more e-books and audiobooks perfect for Hispanic Heritage Month. After Hours on Milagro Street by Angelina M. Lopez A rivals-to-lovers romance! Bartender […]
LinkedIn Learning Courses to Prepare for Career Certifications
Many LinkedIn Learning courses can prepare you for certification tests in various industries, from project management to human resources to cybersecurity. Even better, LinkedIn Learning is free with a Bucks County library card! A LinkedIn account is not required. To start one of the courses below: You can also browse all LinkedIn Learning courses by […]
Refer a Friend to the Library!
Let’s make sure everyone in Bucks County has access to the library! Refer a friend to the Bucks County Free Library during Library Card Sign-Up Month (September), and you’ll both be entered to win tote bags of library goodies, including a t-shirt, water bottle, mug, bookmarks, and more. When your friend picks up their library […]
Keep Your Child’s Summer Reading Habit Going
Did your young reader rise to the challenge of summer reading? Help them maintain that habit during the school year! Even with a full schedule of homework, after-school activities and family time, caregivers can use some time-tested strategies to keep kids reading year-round. Bucks County Free Library’s children’s services coordinator, Kate Transue, offers these tips […]
Mystery Thrillers that Feature Podcasts
Grab your phone, plug in your headphones and immerse yourself in a mystery/thriller novel that features a (fake) true crime podcast! From cults to court cases, these novels explore the relationships between victims, investigators and podcast fans. For more mystery/thriller e-books and audiobooks, head over to cloudLibrary. Young Adult Books A Good Girl’s Guide to […]
Emily Henry Readalikes
Emily Henry’s romantic novels are known for their sizzling chemistry, witty protagonists, and compelling love interests. No wonder they fly off the shelves! If you’re looking for something as clever as Book Lovers or as moving as Beach Read, try one of these recent readalikes. And cloudLibrary has even more options to fall in love […]
Our Favorite Post-Apocalyptic Novels
Post-apocalyptic novels explore what the world is like after the smoke has cleared or the aliens have left, and now humanity is faced with what’s left. They can be thought-provoking, heartwarming, or bone-chilling – but they’re always interesting! Keep scrolling for post-apocalyptic reads you can check out in-person or through cloudLibrary. A Beginning at the […]