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Get Ready for Black Widow with Marvel’s Greatest Superheroines

Posted 07/13/21 by Eric S

Before seeing Black Widow, get your superheroine fix with these Marvel adventures

Young Adult LGBTQ+ Books to Add to Your TBR Pile

Posted 06/22/21 by Joyce S.

We often look for ourselves in books (okay, mostly in fiction), but undeniably: a great book resonates with us as we empathize with a protagonist’s struggles, triumphs, etc. It encourages us to step into their shoes as they set off on their fantastic journeys.

Novel Novellas Round 2

Posted 06/16/21 by Juliette H

Here’s a second list of some of my favorite books that are just a little out there, and under 200 pages long.

Fact and Fiction Recommends Summer 2021

Posted 06/08/21 by Fact & Fiction

A variety of reading recommendations hand picked by the Fact & Fiction librarians.

Romantic Reads: Romantic Suspense

Posted 05/11/21 by Brooke C

A collection of romantic suspense book recommendations.

More YA Novels to Celebrate AAPI Month (May 2021)

Posted 05/01/21 by Joyce S.

To continue honoring Asian American and Pacific American Heritage Month (and beyond, we’ve compiled a short list of novels for our young adult and older audience by Asian and Asian American voices, available to you at your local library! Simply click the available links below to place a hold! Thank you for your continued support.

Children's Library & Teen Recommends - Spring 2021

Posted 04/27/21 by Joyce S.

Check out what your children's and teen librarians have been reading!

Science Fiction resources for Upper Elementary (4-5)

Posted 04/21/21 by Joyce S.

Do you need a good Science Fiction title to read? Check out these recommendations curated from the youth librarians at Toledo Lucas County Public Library for upper elementary students, grades 4-5!

Mystery Resources for 4-8 Graders

Posted 04/20/21 by Lauren H

More twisty than chilling, these mysteries will keep middle grade readers guessing until the last page!

Children's Library & Teen Recommends - Spring 2021

Posted 04/14/21 by Joyce S.

Check out what your children's and teen librarians have been reading!

Mysteries for High School Readers

Posted 04/09/21 by Megan M

If you want amateur detectives and thrills, grab one of these novels that you won’t want to put down.

Recommendations for Among Us Fans

Posted 03/10/21 by Joyce S.

For fans of the astronaut-themed murder mystery co-op game, Among Us: here are some book recommendations just for you! See if you can figure out who the murderer is. There is definitely something sus going on here!

Children's Library and Teen Recommends - Winter 2021

Posted 03/02/21 by Children's Library and Teen Library

Check out what your Children's and Teen librarians have been reading lately!

Novel Novellas

Posted 03/02/21 by Juliette H

Here's a list of fiction books that are just a little out there, and under 200 pages long.

Mysteries for Grades 4-5

Posted 02/09/21 by Heather W

Are you ready for some mysteries to keep you warm with anticipation this winter? Check out our list for some ideas on what to read!

Mysteries for Grades 1-3

Posted 02/08/21 by Cristin B

Can you help crack the case? These mystery books for grades 1-3 won't leave you guessing, whodunit?!

Fact and Fiction Recommends Winter 2021

Posted 12/22/20 by Fact & Fiction

Reading recommendations from the Fact and Fiction department Librarians at Main Library.

The Spy Who Wrote a Whole Lot of Books

Posted 12/16/20 by Eric P

Acclaimed spy novelist John le Carré recently died, leaving some readers nostalgic for his deftly plotted, character-centered espionage yarns and others realizing they've never read a John le Carré book. Time to fix that.

Holiday Mysteries Christmas Stories Winter

13 Holiday Mysteries to Read Right Now

Posted 12/04/20 by April S

A selection of holiday-themed mysteries, cozies, and gentle reads to settle in and read this winter or any time.

Winter Chills

Posted 11/30/20 by Juliette H

These horror/ thriller books are sure to send shivers down your spine this Winter. Check them out – at your own risk!

Rachel Recommends

Posted 10/21/20 by Rachel S

“October is crisp days and cool nights, a time to curl up around the dancing flames and sink into a good book.” ~John Sinor

Book Recommendations by Readers for Readers

Posted 05/19/20 by Heather H

We asked our social media followers to share the books that they love to read and now we want to share those with you!

Get Personalized Reading Recommendations

Posted 05/07/20 by Heather H

Have you heard about the Toledo Library's Book Picks service? Get books picked just for you based on what you love, selected by expert librarians - never by robots.

Curating a Nancy Drew Collection

Posted 02/07/20 by Library News

The donor of the Jennifer Fisher Nancy Drew Collection establishes a site to inspire and reminisce.

Check Us Out 24/7

Posted 01/24/20 by Library News

Customers are now able to pick up Library materials 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at certain locations!

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