Our year-long reading challenge is back—Read 2022. Move beyond the authors, genres, and formats you typically read. Get outside of your comfort zone and have fun with your reading list.
20th Century Reads
Read a nonfiction or fiction book about 20th century historical events.
Biographical Fiction
Novels based on the lives of real people allow readers to explore the possible inner lives of people who made an impact on their corner of the universe. Are the stories completely factual? No. Are they fascinating? Absolutely. Curated by Bonita Bignar.
Banned Books Week
Banned Books Week is an annual celebration of the freedom to read. It highlights current and historical attempts to censor books in libraries and schools. This list includes just some of the titles that have been challenged or banned in schools and libraries across America over the years.
Bingeworthy Series
Love binging on your favorite streaming series? Then you'll want to check out these terrific fiction series -- once you get started on one, you won't want to stop until you've read every book. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Queen Elizabeth II
These books and videos celebrate the life of the United Kingdom's longest reigning monarch. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Art Comes Alive
Discover your inner artist with picture books that encourage creativity. Curated by Bonita Bignar.
New in YA
Check out what's new in young adult fiction. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Latin America
Read a book by a Latino author.
Bitten by the Creative Bug
Our Creativebug database features tutorials and all the information you need to get started on a new art or craft project. Watch the class online, then check out related books from your local library location. Curated by Ashley Lee.
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