Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale hasn’t been out of print since it was first published in 1985. It’s been culturally and politically resonant with generations of readers and recently became a critically acclaimed television show. If you couldn’t put down The Handmaid’s Tale or you binge-watched the Hulu series, add one of these titles to […]
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Go for Gold with These Winter Sports Books
The 2022 Winter Olympics are here! If you’re excited to watch your favorite skaters, skiiers and snowboarders in Beijing, add one of these Olympian books to your reading list. Download even more e-books and audiobooks about sports in cloudLibrary. Books for Adults Beartown by Fredrik Backman Beartown’s junior ice hockey team is about to compete […]
20 Books That Celebrate Black Joy
As we begin Black History Month, we encourage you to pick up a book that centers and celebrates Black joy. On this list you’ll find a variety of books – romances, fantasies, adventures, memoirs and more – that highlight Black lives, communities and relationships. For even more titles, be sure to check our Black […]
Welcome Lunar New Year with These Children’s Books
Lunar New Year is a time to welcome good fortune and celebrate the potential of the year ahead. Originating in East and Southeast Asia, it’s celebrated all around the world today. To introduce your young reader to the beloved traditions of Lunar New Year, pick up one of these books from your library. You can […]
11 Foodie Mysteries to Sink Your Teeth Into
It’s no surprise that murder mysteries often involve food. After all, the kitchen is full of would-be poisons and sharp blades. And who makes for a better detective than a food critic? If you’re looking for a fresh take on a cozy mystery, try one of these food-related mystery novels. Set in quaint seaside restaurants, […]
Martin Luther King Jr. and Day of Racial Healing
Books can be a wonderful way to honor our common humanity and celebrate the differences that make our communities vibrant. This week, we pause to reflect on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and observe the Day of Racial Healing, observed every year on the Tuesday following Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Whether […]
Closing the Book: How You Used Your Libraries in 2021
While numbers don’t tell the whole story, they do illustrate how many people benefit from Bucks County’s libraries! Here’s a snapshot of how you turned to Bucks County’s libraries in 2021. Most Popular Adult Fiction The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah A Time for Mercy by John Grisham Sooley by John Grisham Eternal by Lisa […]
Staff Picks 2021: Adult Fiction
Say goodbye to 2021 and hello to our final list of staff picks! If you’re looking for a great read to wrap up 2021, pick up one of these titles that Bucks County library staff enjoyed. For more recommendations, review all our Staff Picks for 2021 or the Staff Picks shelves on cloudLibrary. The Adventure […]
Staff Picks 2021: Adult Non-Fiction
From parenting to cults, this year Bucks County library staff enjoyed reading about how people relate to each other and our world. Want more staff recommendations? Check out all of our Staff Picks for 2021 or browse the Staff Picks shelves on cloudLibrary. Cultish by Amanda Montell Cultish is a book analyzing the language that […]
Staff Picks 2021: Young Adult Books
For the sixth year, Bucks County library staff chose their favorite books published in the last calendar year. Today’s list: Young Adult Fiction. Whether you’re looking for a gift for a teen or wondering what to add to your own To Be Read pile, here’s what we recommend! Want more recommendations? Check out all of […]
