Romance for Mystery Readers
Love a good whodunit but want a swoon-worthy romance along the way? Blend the intrigue with heart-fluttering tension with these books.
Evocative Fiction with a Strong Sense of Place
These fiction titles immerse readers in vivid places and times.
Sweeping Family Sagas
Become immersed in these unforgettable character-driven family sagas.
Atmospheric & Creepy
These chilling tales each build a sense of unease through moody settings and a feeling that something is not quite right.
Romance for Mystery Readers
Love a good whodunit but want a swoon-worthy romance along the way? Blend the intrigue with heart-fluttering tension with these books.
Evocative Fiction with a Strong Sense of Place
These fiction titles immerse readers in vivid places and times.
Sweeping Family Sagas
Become immersed in these unforgettable character-driven family sagas.
Atmospheric & Creepy
These chilling tales each build a sense of unease through moody settings and a feeling that something is not quite right.
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Award Winners
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Lexile Recommendations by Grade
Find your next read with these recommendations based on the Lexile scale from your favorite librarians!
Fantasy for Mystery Readers
Mystery fans longing to escape the real world will be transported through the books on this list.
Princess Power
Focusing on an evergreen kid-favorite topic -- princesses -- this list includes a variety of storylines and illustration styles.
Dual-Perspective Romances for Teens
Both parties in the romantic couple are represented in these teen titles. Curated by Suzanne Temple at Novelist.
Caring Communities
These picture books feature kids being good neighbors, such as being welcoming, generous, cooperative, and kind.
Fantasy for Mystery Readers
Mystery fans longing to escape the real world will be transported through the books on this list.
Princess Power
Focusing on an evergreen kid-favorite topic -- princesses -- this list includes a variety of storylines and illustration styles.
Dual-Perspective Romances for Teens
Both parties in the romantic couple are represented in these teen titles. Curated by Suzanne Temple at Novelist.
Caring Communities
These picture books feature kids being good neighbors, such as being welcoming, generous, cooperative, and kind.
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Staff Picks: Jen - "If you like... Dungeon Crawler Carl"
If you like fun, apocalyptic-type series, you'll love the classic book Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and fan favorite film, Labyrinth!
Staff Picks: Jenn - "The Family Romanov"
A fascinating account of the fall of Imperial Russia. Spoiler alert: It did not end well. Also, go see the WCT production of Anastasia!
Staff Picks: Rosa - "Carl's Doomsday Scenario"
This exciting and unique LitRPG combines elements of gaming and storytelling to ask: What if the apocalypse were a reality show?
Page to Screen: Summer Blockbusters (Digital Collection)
From page to blockbuster. Discover the writings that inspired your favorite films and TV shows this summer on Hoopla!
Staff Picks: Jen - "If you like... Dungeon Crawler Carl"
If you like fun, apocalyptic-type series, you'll love the classic book Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and fan favorite film, Labyrinth!
Staff Picks: Jenn - "The Family Romanov"
A fascinating account of the fall of Imperial Russia. Spoiler alert: It did not end well. Also, go see the WCT production of Anastasia!
Staff Picks: Rosa - "Carl's Doomsday Scenario"
This exciting and unique LitRPG combines elements of gaming and storytelling to ask: What if the apocalypse were a reality show?
Page to Screen: Summer Blockbusters (Digital Collection)
From page to blockbuster. Discover the writings that inspired your favorite films and TV shows this summer on Hoopla!
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When she’s not telling you about all the amazing things available for kids at the library, she’s likely watching a British mystery.
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When Cheryl is not at work, you will most likely find her reading one of her favorite picture books to toddlers at her daughter's daycare.
Mike H
Mike is passionate about providing a quality experience to all who visit the library.
Amanda A.
When she’s not telling you about all the amazing things available for kids at the library, she’s likely watching a British mystery.
Cheryl B.
When Cheryl is not at work, you will most likely find her reading one of her favorite picture books to toddlers at her daughter's daycare.
