Imagine a balmy Antarctica populated with human-size penguins, or skies filled with flying reptiles as big as giraffes. These books offer a glimpse into alien worlds: not on another planet, but buried deep in Earth's history. From the emergence of ammonites and trilobites to dinosaurs and mammoths, they delve into the deep time that created our modern world and offer clues about what awaits our world in the future. Curated by Ashley Lewis.
Love (and Spring) is in the Air
Flowers are blooming and so is love. Check out these novels for a fresh breath of romance. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Kids on the Run
The kids in these novels are on the run -- either from something or towards something. They all encounter perils during their flight and grow because of them. Curated by Tabor Millien.
Space Operas
Are you tired of this world and all the chaos of today? Do you want an escape from our 21st century Earth? Look no further than these books set in space, on other planets, or Earth in the future. Curated by Samantha Matherne.
My Grandparents and Me
There is nothing quite like the love of a grandparent for a grandchild. Celebrate that special love with these titles. Curated by Bonita Bignar.
Empowering Memoirs Written by Women
From mathematician, political scientist, and businesswoman to more creative careers like writer, actor, country singer, and chef, these women have a lot to say. We invite you to read their empowering stories. Curated by Bonita Bignar.
Lost Souls and Benevolent Spirits
When you think of ghost stories, you probably think of the vengeful spirits featured in horror novels, but these aren't the only ghost stories out there. Sometimes, the ghosts are simply lost, stuck, confused, or desperate to protect someone still living. These stories for all ages feature benevolent spirits that won't have you hiding under the covers. Curated by Tabor Millien.
Graphic Novels for Adults
From memoirs to friendship stories to neuroscience, check out these out-of-the-ordinary graphic novels. Curated by Willie Nettles.
Health & Wellness Information for Teens
A comprehensive database that allows teens (and those who care about teens) to research health-related issues important to their well-being. Internet and Social Media I Have Been Shamed on the Internet, Now What? by Tamra Orr Using Social Media Responsibly by Emma Huddleston Social networking: staying safe in the online worldby Jennifer Lombardo Combatting Internet… Continue reading Health & Wellness Information for Teens
Fitting In: Middle Grade Novels on Belonging
Sometimes when we enter new environments, we feel out of place. These middle grade novels explore the themes of fitting in and belonging from a tween perspective. Curated by Samantha Matherne.