As I was putting together this list, a pattern started to form. Some of the funniest books I’ve read were also the darkest. I’ve always gravitated to stories about evil in our world…how do we respond when we’re confronted by the corrupt politician, an organization eating away at our societal values, a monstrous act? The problem with these weighty topics is that they can sometimes feel… well, too weighty. The authors I admire most know this, and balance that darkness with a comic tone, aware that stories can become too bleak, and veer into unrealistic territory. No person is all good or all bad, and these moments of levity remind us of that.
Curbside Services
The Library will continue to offer contact-free pickup, homebound delivery, virtual programming, and telephone services during open hours. Notary public service, photocopying, faxing, and printing will be available by appointment only, via curbside service.
Check the library’s website and social media accounts for details and to arrange pick-up. Patrons are able to place holds themselves online or call the Library. Holds are available throughout the library system.
Five Town Libraries
Five local libraries have gotten together to present shared programming within the communities. On January 25 the libraries will be sponsoring Meditate with Amy. Looking for peace and calm in the new year? Join the Five-Town Libraries for a 45-minute meditation session with Amy Rutledge, certified as a Mindful Meditation Teacher at the Nalanda Institute for Contemplative Science in Manhattan. Amy will take guests through a guided meditation exercise to help them relax and set goa
by Hafsah Faizal (Sands of Arawiya #2) January 19, 2021; Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
Nasir and Zafira may have defeated the shadow forest, but victory is not yet guaranteed. Altair has been taken captive. Nasir is busy learning to control the powerful magic flowing through his veins. Soon he will have to use his magic against the Lion of the Night and his own father, who is being puppeted by the Lion. To restore magic to Arawiya, Zafira must return the five hearts of the Sisters of Old to the minarets in each caliphate. Zafira is pulled into the Lion’s orbit and it may cost her everything to break free.
Compiled by Gilcy Aquino | Dec 17, 2020
This season, publishers are offering up a number of familiar tales with fresh faces. Read on to rediscover a variety of favorites, from classics previously published in the ’60s, to a fully illustrated textbook from a well-known school of witchcraft and wizardry, and more.
Biscuitâs Christmas Storybook Favorites
by Alyssa Capucilli, illus. by Pat Schories (Sept. 1, HarperCollins, $13.99; ISBN 978-0-06-304120-2)
Featuring nine stories about the heartwarming yellow puppy, Biscuit, this edition includes a new cover and sticker sheet.
Everyone Poops
The bestselling potty-training classic is now in hardcover for a new generation.
WFSU Local Routes
You will only need to register once for all future Teen Book Club meetings. An email with the Zoom link will be sent automatically.
January 2, 2021 – 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Unwind by Neal Shusterman
Lady Midnight by Cassandra Clare
April 3rd, 2021 – 2:30-3:30 pm
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
May 1st, 2021 – 2:30-3:30 pm
Leviathan by Scott Westerfeld
Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor
July 3rd, 2021 – 2:30-3:30 pm
Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi
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