President & Director Andrew Medlar’s Summer Picks
Summer Reading has a special place on my calendar—and on my bookshelf—because from the year I was born I was always the first kid signed up for it at my … Continued
Queer Science Fiction
In queer science fiction, authors move us beyond the homophobia and transphobia of the current moment to alternate realities where LGBTQIA+ communities are free to love, live, and thrive. In the following list of titles, tropes of the genre are subverted to create something wholly original, but with the galactic settings and technological speculation that sci-fi fans know and love.
30 Books in 30 Minutes Pride Picks: Realistic and Contemporary Fiction
Maybe you came out to see a stellar team of library staff reveal their picks for Pride Month at our 30 Books in 30 Minutes programs on June 7th and … Continued
30 Books in 30 Minutes Pride Picks: Romance
Maybe you came out to see a stellar team of library staff reveal their picks for Pride Month at our 30 Books in 30 Minutes programs on June 7th and … Continued
Young Adult Sci-Fi and Fantasy That Will Send You to Another World
Explore outer space and fae ruins, battle killer Artificial Intelligence and monsters, investigate family secrets, and fight for justice with the books on this list.
Slice of Life Graphic Novels
While books about monsters, aliens, and quests can transport us to magical lands, sometimes the most interesting stories happen in real life. These realistic fiction titles are set in worlds … Continued
Chilling Horror for a Hot Summer
Check out these brand-new horror titles to escape the truly horrific summer heat.
Summer Reading: Find Your Voice
Check out these titles from the how-to of writing your story to creators providing guidance on discovering your voice and sharing your wisdom.
Adult Historical Fiction and Nonfiction for Juneteenth
Juneteenth, declared a federal holiday in 2021, has long been celebrated by African American communities. Why June 19th? Juneteenth celebrates the day (June 19, 1865) that General Gordon Granger arrived … Continued
Children’s Nonfiction and Historical Fiction for Juneteenth
Juneteenth, declared a federal holiday in 2021, has long been celebrated by African American communities. Why June 19th? Juneteenth celebrates the day (June 19, 1865) that General Gordon Granger arrived … Continued