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In Memoriam: Sophie Kinsella

Want to read something that reminds you of Sophie's charming and lighthearted stories featuring realistically flawed characters? Try these!

Happy Remix Jane Austen

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday (Dec. 16) with a modern take on one of the most recognized authors in British history!

Best of 2025: Fantasy

Continue a series, or start a new one, with these popular fantasy titles published in 2025.

Books We Love: NPR YA Recommendations 2025

Want to expand your reading horizons? Check out these great YA books for teen and adult readers!

YALSA 2025 Teen Top Ten Nominees!

Don't miss out on these teen-nominated and chosen favorite books of the previous year by the Young Adult Library Services Association!

Hey, Edgar!

The 79th Edgar Awards have been announced, and the winner is "The In Crowd." Check this list for the other winners perfect for mystery fans!

Science Fiction at the Speed of Light: Short Stories

Some of sci-fi's most memorable moments come from short stories. Take a quick trip across a universe of wonders with these renowned authors!

NoveList Reading Challenge: April 2024

This month's challenge is to discover the joy of communal reading! Find a title for your locations next book group meeting and check it out!

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Immigrant Experiences

Explore the experiences of immigrants as they relocate to a new country, and learn how to navigate their new lives.

Memory and Memoir: Perspectives on Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's affects more than six million people in the U.S. alone. These titles provide personal insight into this common form of dementia.

Cooking Slow or Fast

Slow cookers and multi-function pots transform meal options, especially on chilly days and busy evenings.

Holiday Entertaining for Everyone

Find inspiration and plenty of great recipes with this list of holiday entertaining resources from JCPL!

A Murderful Holiday

Cutesy romcoms aren't your vibe? Don't worry, we've got you covered with these mysteries, thrillers and bone-chilling books!

If You Liked... The Woman in Cabin 10

If Ware's twists and turns keep you turning pages long into the night, here are some new authors to discover who specialize in suspense!

The Facts of Pride!

Learn all about LGBTQIA+ history both through nonfiction and historical fiction titles!

History Calls Us Best Friends

From Ancient Rome to Regency England, delve into history with these sapphic romance books.

Star Wars Exploration

A fantasy list to take you out of reality and into your favorite galaxy far, far away!

NoveList Reading Challenge: August 2025

This month, read a cli-fi, solarpunk or hopepunk book!

Love Actually Is All Around

Look out for the mistletoe in these winter-themed romances!

Happy Remix Jane Austen

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday (Dec. 16) with a modern take on one of the most recognized authors in British history!

Must-Read Teen Books About Cults

These compelling and engaging teen books centered on cults give you a fictional look at what it means to be part of a cult.

What's Lurking in the Dark?

The holidays are coming. And so is a killer!

What We're Reading: October 2025

Ghosts, witches, psychological thrillers, serial killers — pick your poison! Here's what JCPL librarians are reading this Halloween season!

Lecturas de Miedo para Celebrar la Noche de Brujas

Descubre nuestra lista especial de libros en español para adolescentes en esta temporada de Noche de Brujas.

Best of 2025: Fantasy

Continue a series, or start a new one, with these popular fantasy titles published in 2025.

Fantasy Retellings

Familiar tales reimagined! A fresh take on well-known fairy tales, folk tales, myths, history and movies!

Finals Slump Busters!

Avoid the finals burnout by picking up one of these graphic novels that's perfect for a brain break!

Happy Remix Jane Austen

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday (Dec. 16) with a modern take on one of the most recognized authors in British history!
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