Always wanted to write a book? Mystery, memoir, non-fiction, or something else, Algonquin Area Public Library can help! Find how-to books, connect with other authors, publish your book online, and get it into the hands of Illinois readers. Let us inspire and encourage you to create the book of your dreams! Writing can be lonely! Find your tribe with this […]
Relive your favorite decade with November’s Reading Resolutions challenge; read a book set in the decade in which you grew up. Whether it’s your childhood, teen years, or young adulthood, let a book transport you to a simpler (or maybe not so simple) time in the past. Our online catalog includes books set in decades from the 1920s through […]
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Join us for a virtual visit to The National Museum of Mexican Art’s 35th annual Day of the Dead exhibition, Thursday, Nov. 4, from 7-8 p.m. Registration is open to everyone, ages 14 and up. “Día de los Muertos: A Time to Grieve & Remember,” pays tribute to individuals from Mexico and the United States lost to Covid-19. The exhibit, […]
Turn commuting time into reading time, while still keeping your eyes on the road! Downloadable e-audiobooks let you listen directly from your phone or mobile device. AAPLD offers three different apps that give you access to over 10,000 audiobooks! Add the apps to your device, connect your device to your car’s audio system, and enjoy a best-seller, a fascinating non-fiction, […]
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October is here, and it’s time to pair that Pumpkin Spice Latte with a tasty, and terrifying read. While every Reading Resolution challenge encourages you to step out of your comfort zone, picking up a horror novel can really feel that way. Of course, you’re free to choose something a bit less scary. Cozy mysteries work just fine, as do […]
September 15 marks the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which recognizes the contributions and culture of Hispanic people. It’s also a great opportunity to discover a new author. At AAPLD, we’re proud to highlight the Latinx authors in our collections. You’ll find their work in every genre, with books for every age group. For adult readers, we suggest one […]
Saturday September 18 is Read An Ebook Day, but any day is a great day to discover the ease and convenience of digital reading. No matter where you are, or what time it is, your library’s digital collections are just a few taps away! Algonquin Area Public Library’s four digital collections are easy to access from our website. Simply select […]
As part of the library’s Centennial Celebration, every month we have been celebrating a different decade. In September we are celebrating the totally tubular ’80s! Break out your leg warmers and your Aqua Net, it’s time to party like it’s 1985 by reading one of these books published in the ’80s. The Bourne Identity by Robert Ludlum Who is Jason […]
