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.
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Completed YA Duologies
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.
Gone Too Soon
When cultural icons leave us before their time, the loss resonates deeply. Whether we connected with their work or admired their brilliance from afar, their absence is felt across generations. This curated list of biographies honors those we lost too soonโoffering a glimpse into their lives, legacies, and the lasting impact they made on the world. Curated by Tabor Millien.
Read & Listen: New Mysteries on CloudLibrary
Looking for your next twisty, can't-stop-reading (or listening) mystery? Check out the new mysteries on CloudLibrary. These titles are packed with gripping plots, clever detectives, and secrets you won't see coming. Curated by Katie Rivers.
Animals in the Library
What happens when animals wander into the library? Magic, mayhem, and fun! These stories bring the library to life with a wild twist. Come explore these paws-itively fun reads. You never know who might be waiting amongst the library shelves. Curated by Katie Rivers.
For Fans of Five Nights at Freddy’s
If you enjoy weird animatronics, secret stories, and cool mysteries then check out these reads. Scary screens and creepy dolls abound in these books for fans of horror video game Five Nights at Freddy's. Get ready for chills, thrills, and terrifying tales. Curated by Katie Rivers.
Novels of the Rainbow
Let's take a journey across the spectrum with books that embody each shade of the rainbow. Whether youโre drawn to the golden warmth of optimism or the mysterious depth of indigo insight, thereโs a title here to match every mood. Make your way through all the shades of the rainbow with these colorful titles. Curated by Tabor Millien.
Watch This: National Film Registry on Kanopy
Step back in time and watch these National Film Registry movies featuring big talent. Kanopy offers access to a selection of films included in the National Film Registry. The National Film Registry preserves films deemed culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant, according to the Library of Congress. Curated by Alyssa Devall.
Historical Fiction: A Different Story
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.
Storytime Standouts
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.
