September 15 through October 15 marks Hispanic Heritage Month, a long-standing celebration of Hispanic contributions to all facets of society. With a number of young Hispanic horror writers generating plenty of book-world buzz, it’s the perfect time for some frighteningly good reading; right on the cusp of Halloween season. Visit the Hispanic Heritage Month display in the Adult Services area […]
Algonquin Area Public Library is excited to celebrate the success of local author Nick Medina, whose debut thriller Sisters of the Lost Nation, has garnered both critical acclaim, and commercial success, with two events this fall. On Tuesday, October 24, at 7:00 p.m., the library will hold an online discussion about the novel with patrons from other local libraries. Register […]
Even if vacation season is over, books offer a great escape to another time and place. This month’s Library Reads take you to such varied locales as present-day India, a comfortable suburban neighborhood, or 17th century Jamestown, along with absorbing stories, and fascinating characters. Library Reads are ten new releases chosen each month by librarians across the country as their […]
Looking for a fun, upbeat read to enjoy during the final weeks of summer? Grab a romance novel! August is Read-A-Romance month, a time to celebrate one of literature’s most popular, and optimistic genres! Romance novels are defined by two must-haves: a central love story and a happy ending, that includes the central couple together, in either a happily ever […]
There’ve been some changes to the Adult Services area at the Main Library on Harnish Drive. Biographies and Memoirs have moved from the Fiction area to Non-Fiction. They now reside in the first section of shelves, facing the West Windows, across from study tables and soft seating. Career books and World Language materials have moved from rolling shelves to the […]
Mystery, romance, family secrets, and a guy who gets swallowed by a sperm whale. You’ll find all this and more, in August’s Library Reads selections. While official summer reading is over, there’s still plenty of great summer reads waiting to be discovered, including these ten fiction and non-fiction selections, chosen by librarians across the country as their favorites. Browse the […]
July is vacation time! Whether you’re heading to a dream destination, or simply a shady spot in your backyard, be sure to grab a good book to take along. To find one, look no further than this month’s Library Reads, new releases that have been selected by librarians across the country as their favorites. Browse the selections here, or stop […]
What happens when you ask book lovers for recommendations? They deliver! The Adult Services Department and Eastgate Branch staff members share some of their recent favorites reads, covering a variety of genres, fiction and non-fiction. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’re sure to find ideas for your Summer Reading! Rules of Civility by Amor Towles “This author […]
It’s Pride Month, a great time to discover new authors and voices. For thriller, mystery and horror fans, there are plenty of gripping reads featuring Queer characters, sure to keep you turning pages on a long summer night. Click on the titles to place a hold, and add them to your Oceans of Possibility Summer Reading list. Not signed up […]
Way to go! You’re all signed up for Oceans of Possibility, AAPLD’s Summer Reading program for 2023. Now, what to read? As you’ve probably guessed, your friendly library staff has plenty of suggestions, starting with the June Library Reads picks! If you’re not familiar with Library Reads, they’re new releases that have been selected by librarians across the country as […]
