30 Books in 30 Minutes: Fiction for Banned Books Week
To call attention to the increasing number of attempted book bans in the past few years, and to celebrate some of our favorite banned books, join us for one of our 30 Books in 30 Minutes programs.
Violins of Hope
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is proud to partner with Violins of Hope to bring movement-based workshops, music performances and a panel discussion centered on themes of inclusion, hope and so much more to five library branches.
Banned Books: Adult Nonfiction
Banned Books Week is October 1-7. As CLP celebrates the right to read, check out the below is a list of adult nonfiction titles that have been challenged, banned, or censored over the past few years.
History in Poems
These poetry collections capture the stories of the 20th century with lines that evoke the immediacy of the moment as much as they detail the facts. Grab one and get familiar with history in verse.
Poetry Month!
From lyrical picture books and nursery rhymes to novels in verse, here is a list of poetry books for you to share with your readers.
Celebrate Women’s History Month
Celebrate Women’s History Month with biographies for children that highlight a variety of remarkable and determined women.
Poetry Titles for Black History Month
The following collection of recent releases by Black poets, ranging from debut authors to award winners, represent the form at its highest level. You can sign up for a free … Continued
Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month
Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month with these recent nonfiction releases that explore Indigenous heritage, including cooking, wellness, and environmental stewardship.
Nature Writing
Autumn is a beautiful time of year to spend outdoors, but it’s also a perfect season to curl up with a book. Whichever you prefer, you can reconnect with nature, ponder your place in the animal kingdom, and immerse yourself in the rhythm and routines of the wilderness around us with these pieces of nature writing.
Read Proud: Poetry for Adults
Check out these titles for contemporary poetry of LGBTQIA+ individuals.