Refreshing Reads
As the weather heats up, try cooling down with one of these refreshing summer reads all about water, the beach or swimming.
Battle of the Books 2022 – Adults
Competitive readers, it is time to wipe off your reading glasses, sharpen your pencils and put on the coffee: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is pleased to announce that Adult Battle … Continued
Environmental Care in the Climate Crisis
These books will help you explore the different ways we can restore and care for our environment in the years to come.
The Perfect Summer Sidekick
As the school year ends, kids and their families are gearing up for summer fun. Whether you are cooling down at the splash park or in search of a frozen treat, a book is the perfect summer sidekick. For early elementary and middle school kids, graphic novels are in high demand, and here are some (mostly) brand-new titles to enjoy.
Over and Under the Sea: Water-themed Books
Dip your toes, cannonball right in, or simply take in the salty air of these stories over and under the sea.
Little Thieves
“Little Thieves” is a tale of magic, complex characters, love, stolen identities, and danger. If you love great worldbuilding and flawed characters, check it out.
Amusing Middle Grade Books for Summer
Summer is upon us, and that means time for amusement parks! The rides. The food. The games. The calliope music (if that’s your thing). It’s magic. These middle grade titles perfectly capture the special hold such parks have on us.
Existential Musings
The books on this list explore intimate existential viewpoints.
Read Proud: Notable Fiction for Adults
Check out these titles for some fiction picks that feature LGBTQIA+ characters.
Awesome YA Fantasy and Sci-Fi Titles by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Authors
The month of May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. While lists of books by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander authors are often shared throughout this month, fantasy and science fiction titles are often overlooked. Check out some of these awesome YA fantasy and sci-fi titles by AA and NHPI authors!