Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice is one of the most beloved novels in the English language. Here are five modern retellings.
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Resilience and Freedom
While many people in the United States celebrate Independence Day on July 4, there is another date that's viewed as Independence Day. That's the holiday known as Juneteenth. Almost two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, news arrived in Galveston, Texas that all slaves were to be set free. The official date, June 19…
Real Reading List For Fictional Characters: The Eyre Affair
Books for the characters in Jasper Fforde's The Eyre Affair.
Locked Up: 4 Books About Women Prisoners
Books about women in prison.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Turns 50
Every child's favorite caterpillar first appeared in print 50 years ago. Children are invited to interact with The Very Hungry Caterpillar by using the die-cut holes to follow along as he eats all the food. There is no better way to celebrate Eric Carle's beloved classic than to explore other playful titles that children and families are…
Furry, Feathered and Fetching: 5 Articles About Pets
There's nothing like a good pet story, and some of the best are pretty unusual. Otters and vermin are trending, a woman marrying her dog, a clever avian and a valuable pug are topics in these recent articles. "The Cutest Animal on Instagram Is Possibly in Your Trash Can" by Gray Chapman The New York…
Welcome Mayor Lightfoot with Books Highlighting ‘Firsts’
Today Lori Lightfoot is sworn in as Chicago's mayor, becoming the first African American woman to lead our city. In honor of the new mayor's historic achievement, pick up some books celebrating other "firsts." We've compiled lists of stories of groundbreaking individuals who accomplished "firsts" in history that are both informative and inspiring. Adults Highlights…
Honor Richard Scarry with Graphic Novel-Style Picture Books
Children's author Richard Scarry was born a hundred years ago, on June 5, 1919. The busy pages of Scarry’s picture books overflow with animals at work. He drew the reader’s eye through each page by using long train tracks or curving streets. He used rectangular store fronts, houses and even lines between sand, dirt and grass…
Moving On: Graduation and Beyond
Graduation is approaching!! Moving on from high school can be both exciting and scary. Here are some books about teens making the same leap.
Top Picks: Patti LaBelle
Singer, actress, author, entrepreneur, woman extraordinaire Patti LaBelle turns 75 on May 24. Yes, I agree, she doesn’t look a day over 50! LaBelle is a true virtuoso. Born Patricia Louise Holte, her journey as a recording artist has known few boundaries. Her acclaimed works feature a variety of genres, from gospel to soul, blues…
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