Books & Literature
Welcome to all things books and literature, where you'll find online resources relating to reading, language arts, literary criticism, literary theory and even reading recommendations to keep you entertained and learning.
Online Resources
Online Resources
Accelerated Reader Bookfinder
Whether you're reading for school or fun, this web-based search tool helps students find search for books by title, author or topic.
BiblioBoard Library
Discover local content from self-published authors and top indie e-books. No waitlists or holds.
BookBrowse
A candy store of information to help you discover that next great read. Browse read-alikes, reviews and reading guides to get started.
BookPage
This monthly book review publication highlights the best new books across all genres, to help you discover your next great read.
Accelerated Reader Bookfinder
Whether you're reading for school or fun, this web-based search tool helps students find search for books by title, author or topic.
BiblioBoard Library
Discover local content from self-published authors and top indie e-books. No waitlists or holds.
BookBrowse
A candy store of information to help you discover that next great read. Browse read-alikes, reviews and reading guides to get started.
BookPage
This monthly book review publication highlights the best new books across all genres, to help you discover your next great read.
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Colorado Children's Book Award Nominees: 2026
Colorado kids, time to read these nominees and vote for your favorite for this year's Colorado Children's Book Awards!
Kids Book Buying Guide 2025
Want to give the gift of a book to the kids in your life? We highly recommend these titles, new this year!
Colorado Children's Book Award Nominees: 2026
Colorado kids, time to read these nominees and vote for your favorite for this year's Colorado Children's Book Awards!
Kids Book Buying Guide 2025
Want to give the gift of a book to the kids in your life? We highly recommend these titles, new this year!
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Learn How: BiblioBoard Library
Explore the work of local writers and creators! Dive into the fun with help from Niche Academy and their how-to tutorial.
Learn How: BookBrowse
Learn how to explore BookBrowse's expansive collection of curated book recommendations and reviews.
Learn How: BiblioBoard Library
Explore the work of local writers and creators! Dive into the fun with help from Niche Academy and their how-to tutorial.
Learn How: BookBrowse
Learn how to explore BookBrowse's expansive collection of curated book recommendations and reviews.
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Book a Librarian
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