Explore the possibilities of the galaxy with these alien novels. Whether it's alien invasions, peaceful contact, or explorations of the universe, stories about what could be out there will always engage our imaginations. Curated by Tabor Millien.
Category: science fiction
Get Ready for Black Widow
Are you ready for the release of Marvel's Black Widow? Check out the continuing story with a novel by Margaret Stohl and comics from our hoopla digital platform. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Mighty Women
Fighting the forces of evil. Defending truth, justice, and freedom. Some of the strongest heroines in the comic-verse are featured in these female power comics for adults. Curated by Samantha Matherne.
Goodreads Choice Awards 2020
Chosen by readers, the Goodreads Choice Awards highlight favorite books of 2020 in multiple categories. Read on to see this year's winners and nominees.
Sci-Fi, with a western twist
Western science fiction is a cross-genre that blends the lawlessness of the great American west with the futuristic fun of science fiction. Recommended by Samantha Matherne.
11 Great Steampunk Novels
Steampunk is a sub-genre of science fiction set during the 19th-century in societies dominated by real or imaginary steam-powered technology. It is almost always speculative and can be dark and gritty, fun and romantic, or dystopian and fantastical. Find your favorite steampunk world with this list of recommendations from Samantha Matherne.
Comics Through the Decades
Learn about the history of comics from the 60s to the present as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Ascension Parish Library! You can check out these titles at one of our four branches or from one of our online platforms. Go to myapl.org to find them.
Voices of Color: Books for Adults
This list is the first in a series that highlights titles by people of color from our print and online collections. These choices are some favorites in adult fiction.
For the Love of Books
These stories take you into unusual libraries and bookstores. The list includes a mysterious time-defying library, a mobile bookshop, a library-turned-escape room, a historical Pack Horse Library, and more.
Strange Worlds
Fantastic science fiction to help you escape to thrilling new realms.
