June Monthly Essentials
As we enter June, more than likely your libraries are finishing last minute preparations for summer reading programs or have already started! We dove right into this year’s theme of Unearth a Story with several new lists including We Dig It, which leans heavy on…
Kanopy Staff Picks: Hangout Films
Hangout films are all about the vibes. those types of films where you just want to hang out in the world the film makers have created the plot is almost secondary, we’re here for the characters comma environment comma and atmosphere a kick-ass soundtrack also…
Shop archaeological & paleontological reads now!
Get ready to dig into the past! Some readers are intrigued by the fascinating science behind fossils and relics from another time. Others are captivated by the possibilities that these discoveries inspire, imagining what life would be like in an ancient civilization, or what would…
Kanopy’s PLUS Pack Refresh: New Easy Watching Titles are Here!
Kanopy’s Content Programming team wrapped up a refresh of their PLUS Packs and this past month’s focus was our Easy Watching PLUS Pack for libraries in the United States of America, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Here’s a look at what’s new, plus a reminder…
Fierce Reads for Fans of The Devil Wears Prada
Gird your loins! The Devil Wears Prada returns, and it is bringing back fierce fashion and nostalgia. We are ready to join Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci as they reprise their roles as Andy, Miranda, Emily, and Nigel, back to remind…
April Monthly Essentials
The days are longer and my daffodils are blooming. Hello, Spring! As it is April, a lot of folks are gearing up for gardening, Earth Day, and all sorts of nature-y goodness. We, of course, have you covered with must reads, including our exciting new…
Dark Romance Reads
It feels like dark romance is all that everyone can talk about right now, as we remember that this is a genre that has been popular for as long as romance books have been popular. The sweeping, angsty, beautiful story that is Wuthering Heights reminds…
Books for Wuthering Heights Fans
Wuthering Heights has captivated readers for over a century, and with good reason – there are as many different elements to love about the novel as there are readers. There’s the gothic setting, moody atmosphere, complex characters, lush language, dark romance – the list just…
Essential titles to stock up on this February
While February certainly feels like the Tuesday of the year here in cold, gray, and snowy Cleveland, it does offer the perfect opportunity to settle in and get to reading! We have Black History Month to celebrate and Valentine’s Day to consider, and as always,…
Books for Fans of Frankenstein
It’s alive! That’s right – with the release of Guillermo del Toro’s new Frankenstein film adaptation, streaming on Netflix November 7, Mary Shelley’s classic novel is enjoying a resurgence of attention. This book has so many appeal factors for readers of all tastes, from fans…