• Book Review: And Then There Was You by Sophie Cousens

    Sophie Cousens has a gift for writing stories that blend warmth, wit and a touch of the unexpected, and And Then There Was You is no exception. What begins as what seems to be a charming contemporary romance takes and intriguing turn with a surprising sci-fi element. At first I…

  • Big Changes, Bigger Adventures: Updates to the Teen Room

    We’re bursting with excitement to share some fantastic updates to our teen room that will make your visits more fun than ever! Whether you’re searching for a cozy nook to dive into a gripping book or eager to meet our energetic new staff, we’ve got something for everyone. Redesigned Space…

  • Spine Tingling Books that Deliver All the Spooky Vibes

    The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones and The Terror by Dan Simmons. Spooky season has begun, and I don’t seem to have much to show for it recommendation wise. You see, something funny happens to you when you are pregnant and in those beginning days of postpartum: your…

  • My Reading Journey – Paula

    I grew up during the Reading Rainbow and Scholastic Bookfair times where nothing was more special or exciting than reading or hearing a good story. I have memories of competing with my sisters to memorize and recite a Shel Silverstein poem or going to Pronghorn Elementary where we were lucky…

  • Fans of True Crime Look At These Recommendations from Sarah

    Under the Banner of Heaven by Jon Krakaur – Extreme religious beliefs lead to an appalling double murder illuminating much deeper and more violent undertones of an isolated community living throughout the Americas.  I’ll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNemara – Mixing memoir and true crime, one journalist…

  • Book Review: Fear Is Just A Word by Azam Ahmed

    Check out this book if you are interested in true crime.  This is a harrowing story of a county terrorized by the drug cartels.  There are innocent people disappearing and leaving families devastated. The government turning a deaf ear to their plight.  Miriam Rodriguez is an amazing woman, appearing to…

  • This Is My Reading Journey – Lindee

    To the tune of Thrift Store, apparently:       “I read my grandma’s books…they smell incredible!  This one’s from the 40’s, these are all old stories, but they’re pretty awesome…” Katie John The Boxcar Children Brighty of the Grand Canyon The Mystery of the Caramel Cat A Series of Unfortunate Events: The Bad Beginning…

  • From the Queen of Heartbreak – One Golden Summer

    Carley Fortune has officially cemented her status as the queen of summertime heartbreak and healing. One Golden Summer is the emotional rollercoaster I didn’t know I needed—and yes, I cried. A lot. This book is a perfect wrap-up to a series that has completely owned my summers (and my tear…

  • This Book Went Viral at your Library

    Dungeon Crawler Carl When the apocalypse slams the world to a stop all in a moment, Coast Guard vet Carl is one of the few survivors, along with his ex-girlfriend’s cat Princess Donut the Queen Anne Chonk (Donut for short, though Donut would prefer you use the honorific).  Earth’s new…