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Fiction, Nonfiction

Are You Listening? Books that Feature Podcasts

January 25, 2023January 17, 2023 smathernemyapl

Mobile phones with Bluetooth speakers and headphones make listening to podcasts more convenient than ever before. Whether you would like to be immersed in a story that features a podcast or create your own, enjoy one of these books that includes a podcast. Curated by Samantha Matherne.

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Fiction, Nonfiction, young adult fiction

Banned Books Week

September 21, 2022September 16, 2022 smathernemyapl

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.

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history, Nonfiction

Louisiana and Local History

August 10, 2022August 8, 2022 smathernemyapl

Whether you're a native of the Bayou State or a newcomer, enjoy some history with local flavor. Topics include utterly strange stories, leprosy, the Civil War, politics, life in Gonzales and along the Lower Mississippi River, and more. Curated by Samantha Matherne.

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Fiction, mystery, romance, thriller

Books Set at the Beach

July 6, 2022July 8, 2022 smathernemyapl

Escape from everyday life with a book beach trip! Imagine your toes in the sand while you escape into these mysteries and romances. Curated by Samantha Matherne.

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fantasy, Fiction, young adult fiction

Aquatic Adventures for Teens

June 15, 2022May 31, 2022 smathernemyapl

Ride the waves through space and time with mermaids, sirens, pirates, old gods, and more. Curated by Samantha Matherne.

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comics & graphic novels, Fiction, horror, science fiction

Get Ready for Stranger Things

May 4, 2022May 3, 2022 smathernemyapl

The highly anticipated season 4 of Stranger Things premieres May 27, 2022. While you wait, dive into one of the many stories based in the world of Hawkins, Indiana and the Upside Down featuring many beloved characters such as Jim Hopper, Max, Robin, Dustin, Erica, and more. Curated by Samantha Matherne.

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Fiction, horror

Supernatural Horror

April 20, 2022April 21, 2022 smathernemyapl

When the bump in the night doesn't seem quite natural, trust your instincts.... Curated by Samantha Matherne.

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fantasy, Fiction

Shifter Romances

February 23, 2022February 22, 2022 smathernemyapl

Do you enjoy fantasy novels with romantic elements? These shapeshifter romances feature werewolves, coyotes, honey badgers, dragons, and much more. Curated by Samantha Matherne.

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Fiction, young adult fiction

Immigrant Experience

January 12, 2022January 6, 2022 smathernemyapl

The United States of America is a country made of up indigenous people and immigrants from many different countries around the world. Novels featuring modern teen immigrants offer inside views of unique experiences. Curated by Samantha Matherne.

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read 2021

December Challenge: Have a Happy Holiday

November 29, 2021 smathernemyapl

Read a holiday themed book (fiction or nonfiction). The holidays can be a great time to cozy up to a good book, especially when the temperatures drop. Grab a blanket and snuggle up to a book of any genre that features a holiday — Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year's, etc.... it's your choice! Find recommendations for adults, teens, tweens, and kids.

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