Grab your tissues and dress in your best gown, Downton Abbey: Grand Finale (in theaters September 12th) will take viewers back to the infamous Downton Abbey one last time. Say goodbye to the Crawley Family, their domestic staff, and all the drama. Don't want to wave goodbye just yet? Then check out these books and DVDs. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Love to read YA but don't have time for a long complicated series? We've got you! Here's a list of duologies (a book series that only has 2 books). Best part, both books are already out so you can read them back to back. Happy reading! Curated by Ashley Lee.
Do you love historical fiction but want to read something a little different? Maybe delve into some history that's less familiar? Step back in time to historical events and time periods that inspired engaging stories despite being less well-known. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Check out Ascension Parish Library's staff favorite read alouds for storyime! Reading with your babies, toddlers, preschoolers is important for literacy skills. If you want to share laughs, get the wiggles out, and create memories, read these books with your children. Curated by Bonita Bignar.
Christian fiction not only offers a powerful blend of faith and inspiration but also introduces an element of suspense that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. These stories balance gripping mystery with themes of hope, redemption, and divine intervention. These titles combine suspense and spirituality for an unforgettable reading experience that both thrills and uplifts. Curated by Ashley Lee.
In 1997 Marvel Comics introduced a group of reformed supervillains, antiheroes who step in when the real heroes, The Avengers, are too busy to help. Featuring some familiar and some new faces May 2, 2025 the Thunderbolts* will make their big screen debut. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Celebrate Black History month with these African American historical fiction titles. Read powerful narratives on the struggles, triumphs, and untold stories of Black history. Explore how authors weave fiction with history to honor and amplify African American experiences. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Before Dorothy crashed into Oz there was Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West. In 1995's bestseller Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West Gregory Maguire gives story to Frank Baum's green villain. In 2003 the book was turned into a Tony award winning Broadway musical that produced amazing songs Defying Gravity and Popular. The movie Wicked is out in theaters now! Check out these read-a-likes. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Criminally hillarious books for those who want a not-so-serious take on investigations. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Looking for your next inspiring read? Discover the latest in Christian fiction, where faith, hope, and love are woven into captivating stories. Dive into a world where faith meets fiction, and let these stories renew your soul. Curated by Ashley Lee.
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