Public libraries have a long history of bringing materials to people who can't come to the library. National Library Outreach Day celebrates the various innovative ways libraries serve their communities. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Category: Fiction
Hippity Hoppity, Easter’s On Its Way
Hop into Easter with these children's books, craft projects, and videos! All you need is your library card. Curated by Katie Ocmond.
April Challenge: See Red
The color red is one of the boldest colors in the spectrum and is often used to draw our attention. In April, we want to draw your attention to these bold books and challenge you to read a book with a red cover. Find recommendations for adults, teens, tweens, and children.
New Rom-Coms
If you're feeling romantically inclined, check out these new romantic comedy releases published in 2021. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Mythology and Folklore
In this list, we have combined fiction basedย on stories and characters from Greek, Norse, Russian,ย Arabian, Slavic, Native American, and Europeanย mythology and folklore.ย Allow these magical stories to take you away to another time, another world, whereย anythingย is possible.ย Curated by Tabor Millien.ย
Nordic Noir
Nordic Noir is crime fiction with dark, bleak backdrops set in Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark. Some well-known authors in this genre are Peter Hรธeg, Steig Larsson, Henning Mankell, and Jo Nesbรธ. Here are some highly regarded Nordic tales of murder and intrigue by less-familiar authors.ย Curated by Samantha Matherne.
Classics Adapted to Graphic Novels
The graphic novel format provides a refreshing new way to read classics and reach new audiences. From Shakespeare and Little Women to more modern classics such as Redwall and The Witches, you'll find a selection of graphic classics for teens and tweens. Curated by Samantha Matherne.
Legendary Japanese Anime and Manga Creators
If you're a fan of manga or anime and want to know more about some of the most legendary creators, this list is for you. These men are well known for their art in Japan, and these titles may be just the off-the-beaten-path entertainment you're looking for. Curated by Willie Nettles.
Strong Women in the Lead
For Womenโs History Month, we're celebrating strong women in literary lead roles. While some of them are fictional, they all inspire us to be proud of who we are. Curated by Tabor Millien.
Women’s History Month
Women across the United States gained the right to vote on August 18, 1920. In celebration of Women's History Month, the struggle for women's suffrage is highlighted in these nonfiction, fiction, and movie titles for adults and children. Curated by Samantha Matherne.
