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  • Domestic Violence in Our Community: The Northwest Ohio Silent Witness Project

    Bethany House presents The Northwest Ohio Silent Witness Project's Unveiling Ceremony at Main Library's McMaster Center on (Tu) Oct. 7 at 6 p.m.

  • 20 Horror Novels Written by Women for a Perfect Spooky Season

    Mary Shelley changed the literary game when she released Frankenstein. Here are some other horror stories written by women for spooky season!

  • Secrets to Happiness: How Different Cultures Achieve Well-Being

    Other languages have specific words to describe ways of living a happy and fulfilled life. Maybe English speakers need to come up with a few. Here are the best books to help us learn.

  • There’s Room on the Broom: Best New Cozy Witchy Fantasy and Romance

    What better way to celebrate the oncoming spooky season than with some new cozy witchy romance and fantasy books? Here are some great new titles to try.

  • 10 Great Books About Primates to Remember Primatologist Jane Goodall

    Jane Goodall, world-renowned primatologist, has died at age 91.

  • 10 of the Scariest Doubles You Never Want to Meet

  • 10 Thrilling Films That Make You Think About Class

    The following films are generally bloody examinations of social status that warrant a rewatch — or several.

  • 12 Latinx Novels for Tweens and Teens

    Check out these 12 titles for teens and pre-teens that feature Latinx characters with disabilities written by Latinx authors.

  • 10 Tantalizing Memoirs About Food and Culture You’ll Love

    If you like to eat, try these books (but like, don't actually eat the books).

  • Experience a Fright: 10 Works that Highlight Ohio’s Paranormal Locations

    October is fast approaching, and the spooky season is nearly upon us. Check out these books to discover all the different haunted locations within Ohio.

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  • Savor Life: Top 10 Must-Read Cooking Memoirs

    Check out these fantastic cooking-centered memoirs for some zest in your life.

  • Fuel Your Curiosity: F1 Books to Dive Into After the Movie

    As F1 hits movie theaters, it's time for you to hit the racetrack...and maybe the book stacks.

  • 10 Books to Read with Pride: Lambda Award Winners

    Explore award-winning stories in Gay and Lesbian Fiction this Pride Month.

  • Thrilled With Thursday Murder Club? Try These 10 Cozy Mysteries

    Can't wait for the Thursday Murder Club's newest crimes? Check out these cozy mysteries in the meantime.

  • Rachel Recommends: The Summer of Jaws

    Just when you thought it was safe to turn 50...

  • Lit for Liberation: A YA Juneteenth Reading List

    Discover powerful YA books that celebrate Black culture, creativity, and freedom in honor of Juneteenth.

  • 12 Comics to Get You Ready for the Disney+ Live-Action Series Ironheart

    Get ready for the Disney+ live-action series 'Ironheart' by reading RiRi Williams’ story through these comics!

  • Batman Forever, Begins, and The Dark Knight’s Weird History

    Dust off your cowl and gather your batarangs because two major Batman cinematic touchstones are celebrating anniversaries this month: Batman Forever is turning 30, while Batman Begins is 20.

  • 10 Obscure Zombie Films in Anticipation of “28 Years Later”

    We’re finally getting a sequel to "28 Days Later" and "28 Weeks Later." The only doomsday prep you need though are these zombie movie deep cuts.

  • All About Juneteenth: Books for Children

    Learn more about Juneteenth, the United States's newest federal holiday, with these children's books.

  • Immigrant Heritage Month Storyteller: Oscar Correa

    June is Immigrant Heritage Month. We are excited to share stories of community members who have made Toledo and Lucas County home.

  • Pop Open a Good Book This Father’s Day

    Celebrate Father’s Day with charming books that highlight the love, laughs, and special moments shared with Dad.

  • A Taste of the World in 5 Books

    Immigrants to the U.S. bring many things to our community—ideas, hopes, dreams, and delicious food.

  • From Survival To Thriving: Learn Life Skills That Empower You

    So. Many. Things. To. Know! Here are some inspirational books to help you learn clever life hacks.

  • Bold and Brave: Novels With Daring Young Protagonists for Adult Readers

    When life gets you down, these books are great ways to rediscover the hopefulness and resiliency of youth.

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