The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion ebooks now available in Marketplace
Calling all Reprobates—meet me immediately at Lapis Lazuli House for an important announcement! The ebooks of The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower are now available in Marketplace and ready to add to your library’s collection! Now, if you’re confused by this…
Shop the best books about books
September is Library Card Sign-up Month and a great time to highlight all your library offers. It is also perfect for some bookish reads. Books about books are always a big hit at the library. With novels about authors, bookstores, libraries, book clubs, and more,…
There’s a Little Witch in All of Us: Magical Books for Fans of Practical Magic
As we officially enter into fall, the witching season is upon. Not only have witchy books been hotter than ever – for the past few years we have seen an influx of magical tales with no sign of their popularity slowing – but now the…
September Monthly Essentials
September can be a busy time for libraries and readers alike, with back to school under way, Labor Day around the corner, and autumn on the horizon. Whether your patrons are trying to channel that productive fall energy into tackling a challenging read or managing…
Domestic thrillers for fans of Big Little Truths
When Liane Moriarty’s book Big Little Lies released in 2014, it marked a new era for women’s fiction. Its humor and sharp insight into human nature and relationships captivated audiences, and, in many ways, Big Little Lies paved the way for the rising trend of…
Supporting students through Back to School season
A new school year brings new routines, new goals, and plenty of opportunities for young readers to discover their next favorite book. For libraries, it’s also an important time to make sure children and teens have access to the stories, information, and formats that can keep them reading throughout…
Shop women in translation reads now
Hello Readers! Once again, it is August and Women in Translation Month. This is an annual celebration of books from around the globe written by women that have been translated into English, and as a world lit lover, it’s one of my favorite times of…
The magic starts here: free, no-holds access to Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Some readers have heard of Harry Potter all their life – whether that be through friends, family, movies or merchandise – but have yet to read the books themselves. Some are deeply familiar with the occupants of Number 4, Privet Drive, and those who roam…
What TV show patrons watched the most at the midyear mark on Kanopy
Next up in our midyear check-in series: TV shows! Two clear trends emerge across regions. The US patrons leaned into spy and espionage series — Berlin Station, The Night Manager, and Spy City all made the top 10 — while Canadian and Australian/New Zealander patrons…
August recommended lists you won’t want to miss
August signals the summer wind down as back to school season is coming in hot! It is national wellness month, perfect to de-stress with some reading. August is also Women in Translation month where we celebrate women authors from around the globe and their work…
What documentaries patrons watched most at the midyear mark on Kanopy
This is the first in our midyear check-in series, as we take a genre-by-genre look at what’s resonating with Kanopy audiences so far this year. First up is documentaries. Documentary viewing this year skews toward music and art (profiles of Diane Warren, Jeff Buckley, and…
Welcome to the dungeon: LitRPG reads
One of the most popular genres you may have heard about this year is called LitRPG. While LitRPG isn’t technically new by any means, it was originally coined in 2013 if you can believe it, thanks to a little series called Dungeon Crawler Carl it…