Have you ever wondered which books captivate your favorite author? This list compiles quotes from well-known authors on books they enjoyed. Curated by Tabor Millien.
Books Set Outside the US
Visit a different country and gain insight into different cultures with this mix of classics and new titles. Curated by Jessica Schiefelbein.
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Introducing cloudLibrary
Check out our new home for digital audiobooks, cloudLibrary. CloudLibrary is a digital library platform that also provides access to eBooks and streaming movies. Ascension Parish Library is combining our collection with 27 other Louisiana libraries, making more than 153,000 additional digital titles available to our users. More titles mean more choices for you!
Murder, Mayhem, Shock, and Scandal
If you like yourย historyย spiced with murder, mayhem, shock,ย andย scandal, these are the books for you. These fascinatingย historiesย cover everything from medieval murder to saucy Victorian scandals,ย andย not-too-distant cases of thievery, greed, and corruption. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Music Makers
Sing, play, and make music. These children's picture books celebrate the music maker in all of us. Curated by Bonita Bignar.
If You Liked The Empress
If you enjoyed the new Netflix show, The Empress, check out these imperial reads. Curated by Ashley Lee.
All About Monsters and Cryptids
There are many legendary tales of creatures that prowl in the night โ creatures that cannot be identified as purely animal. Sightings and stories of these mysterious beasts span centuries and can be found across the globe. Take a deeper look into the shadows; you may find something staring back. Curated by Tabor Millien.
20th Century Reads
Read a nonfiction or fiction book about 20th century historical events.
Biographical Fictionย
Novels based on the lives of real people allow readers to explore the possible inner lives of people who made an impact on their corner of the universe. Are the stories completely factual? No. Are they fascinating? Absolutely. Curated by Bonita Bignar.ย
