The Oscars, the Emmys, the Tonys, the Grammys…these are world famous award ceremonies viewed by millions. But have you ever heard of the ALA Youth Media Awards? The American Library Association Youth Media Awards, including the Caldecott, Newbery, Coretta Scott King, and Printz Awards, represent the best literature and media for youth. They are selected […]
Reading
Diverse Books: Seeing Yourself in Literature
Do you remember the first time you started a new book and encountered a character who looked just like you? It can be a magical experience to read about someone who has hair or eyes or freckles like yours going on wonderful, thrilling adventures. For many of us, it’s an experience that’s easy to take […]
Children’s and Young Adult Books for Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with these reads for kids and teens. Titles include biographies of well-known and lesser-known historical figures, graphic novels, and picture books.
Great Reads for Cold Winter Nights
When it’s too cold to venture outside, it’s the perfect time to stay inside and read. Settle in with a blanket and your favorite hot beverage, and get ready to be pulled into one of these great reads. FICTION As Long as We Both Shall Live by Joann Chaney Chaney grabs readers with her opening […]
More cloudLibrary Reads for You!
We’ve increased the number of titles you can check out on cloudLibrary from three to five! That means more e-books and e-audiobooks are available for you to stream or download right now. Is the title you want currently unavailable? Then put a hold on it. We’ve increased your hold limit, too, from four titles to […]
Hoopla for Kids
Hoopla is a digital service that brings to your devices an enormous selection of music, movies, audiobooks, comics, and television shows. No placing holds, no waiting for delivery, no disappointed kids – you can borrow instantly up to 10 items per month with your library card. The selections are vast – so I am going to focus […]
Staff Picks 2018: Best Adult Nonfiction
We’re closing out our 2018 Staff Picks lists with Best Adult Nonfiction. The titles suggested focus on true crime, memoir, history, and the opioid crisis.
Staff Picks 2018: Best Adult Fiction
Of all our Staff Picks 2018 lists, the one for Best Adult Fiction is the longest! With recommendations that include mysteries, thrillers, literary fiction, sci-fi/fantasy, and more, this list has suggestions that will have you reading long into the next year. See 2018 Staff Picks for Children’s Books, Young Adult Literature, and Adult Nonfiction.
Staff Picks 2018: Best Young Adult Books
2018 was a banner year for young adult books. According to our staff, these titles, including three graphic novels, are the best of the best. See 2018 Staff Picks for Children’s Books, Adult Fiction, and Adult Nonfiction.
Staff Picks 2018: Best Children’s Books
We’re excited to announce our Staff Picks for 2018! For the past four years, we’ve asked staff to recommend their favorite books published in the calendar year. Here are the children’s books they loved most in 2018. Staff Picks for young adults and adults will be published over the next week. If you are looking […]