Welcome to Booked on a Feeling — because the best stories start at your library.
Horror Books at the Library Ready to get a little scared? Sarah and Cassondra have been digging through the shelves to find some of their favorite horror reads, from creepy and unsettling to downright terrifying. Whether you’re a seasoned horror reader or just looking for something spooky to curl up…
Spooky season has officially arrived at the library! We’ve gathered a little something for everyone, from creepy reads and seasonal programs to fun activities for all ages. Each of our Adult, Young Adult, and Children’s departments has added something special to this blog, so there’s plenty to explore no matter…
Bad Badger: A Love Story by Maryrose Wood This middle grade novel is a great cozy summer beach read, in so far as the main character is a badger that lives at the beach and enjoys cozy hobbies like listening to opera records and sipping tea on his porch at…
There’s something special about summer reading when you’re a teen. Cracking open a book while at the beach or late at night in your tent while camping just can’t be beat. If you’re looking for a story to take with you on a picnic or to put in the pocket…
Five by Ilona Bannister I enjoyed the change from the typical format. The story moved between the present and different points in the past, gradually revealing each character’s backstory. It added depth to the narrative and kept me invested in how everything connected. Chris Whitaker quote says it best: “Five is a…
“If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world”—J.R.R. Tolkien Cozy fantasy feels like the embodiment of this Tolkien quote. Books that warm and cheer us can be as valuable as ones that excite and terrify (not a surprising sentiment…
Campbell County Public Library is pleased to have the opportunity to host author Megan E. Freeman for the annual junior high author visit this September. Freeman is the author of several award-winning novels in verse for young audiences, most notably Alone and its companion Away. Students will listen to Freeman…
Gillette, it’s time to gather! One last hurrah to the summer and to the creativity of our community. August 8th from 10-4, our first annual Fireweed LitArts Festival celebrates the arts here at your library. The day starts off with coffee and doughnuts in the parking lot, then ushers attendees…
Then: Growing up in rural Alabama in the 1970s I had a much different relationship with books and libraries than most people who pursue a career as a librarian. In my case the lack of a library and the love of reading led me to a career in libraries. My family didn’t live in…
Reading Indian Paintbrush Book Award nominees is a great way to discover stories that kids across Wyoming think are exciting, meaningful and worth sharing. The award is unique because Wyoming students in grades 4th-6th nominate and vote for the books themselves, so the list reflects what real readers enjoy. The…