Where Eagles Dare

Where Eagles Dare March 22, 2019 Behind enemy lines. Surrounded by snowy peaks. Facing an impenetrable Nazi fortress. The premise is action-thriller gold, and one of author Alistair…

Fandom Fest Faves and Raves

Fandom Fest Faves and Raves March 24, 2019 Teen Center staff and patrons geek out over their favorite books, movies, and music during Fandom Fest Month. */ In celebration of Fandom…

3 New Books You May Have Missed

3 New Books You May Have Missed April 4, 2019 A serial killer novel, a memoir, and an Ottessa Moshfegh readalike. As other reviewers have noted, this is like a mix of The Alienist…

Ready One, Ready Two, Ready Three...GO!

Ready One, Ready Two, Ready Three...GO! May 7, 2019 Little ones always seems to be fascinated by things that move. Probably because they are always on the go themselves! Not a day goes…

How delightful are the pleasures of the imagination

How delightful are the pleasures of the imagination April 18, 2019 Juliette is a libertine only moved by what pleases her. Juliette is about a woman who is living her best…

Excellent Personal Essays

Excellent Personal Essays April 22, 2019 As you have probably guessed, I read an incredible amount of young adult fiction and classic literature. But did you know personal essays are in my top 3 favorite genres? Check out some of my favorite writers…

Time to Dig In: Meet Your Local Farmers

Time to Dig In: Meet Your Local Farmers March 23, 2019 This spring, get a little dirty. (Gardening, that is.) We asked some of the local farmers who helped build NPL's seed collection: What are you growing – and reading – this spring…

Unicorns are Awesome

Unicorns are Awesome April 2, 2019 Unicorns are beautiful. Colorful. Sparkly. Downright magical. It’s no wonder kids love ‘em! Did you know that April 9th is Unicorn Day? I didn’t either…

The Flavor Bible

The Flavor Bible April 15, 2019 I love this cookbook because instead of offering specific recipes, it teaches you how to pair ingredients, often without a trip to the grocery store!…

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Happy Poetry Month!

Happy Poetry Month! April 7, 2019 From famous sonnets to silly limericks, it's time to celebrate - it's National Poetry Month! April might be the cruelest month, according to T.S.…

Jack Gunter Civil Rights Photography

Jack Gunter Civil Rights Photography April 13, 2019 The Jack Gunter Civil Rights Photography Collection is now open to researchers! */ "Crowd at a Protest." By Jack Gunter, 1963.During…

Rest In Power Nipsey Hussle (1985-2019)

Rest In Power Nipsey Hussle (1985-2019) April 14, 2019 A tribute to the music and legacy of one of the greatest self-made independent Hip-Hop artists of this generation.  It’…

The Most Fun We Ever Had

The Most Fun We Ever Had May 2, 2019 Go ahead and place your hold for this one—you’ll thank me later. This doesn’t come out until June 25, but I anticipate it being one of the big…

Creating a Medical Family Tree

Creating a Medical Family Tree April 21, 2019 Genetics is one piece of personal health and can help you understand your risk for inherited disease. Creating a simple medical family tree is considered one of the best genetic tests to share…