Widely considered one of the most important comics of the 20th century, Watchmen changed the comic book landscape—for both better or worse.
He created some of your favorite superheroes, turned the Teen Titans into an institution, and set the standard for big multiversal stories. Needless to say, Marv Wolfman is a comic book legend.
If you think the birds in the trees are wild, wait until you see the ones on our shelves.
MORTAL KOMBAT!!! *insert wildest techno song you’ve ever heard*
Whether you’re looking for a heartfelt read-aloud or a story that sparks conversation, here are some beautiful picture books to explore this Mother’s Day.
The Biggest Week in American Birding has become an international event drawing visitors from around the world to northwest Ohio. Here are some great books on the joys of observing our flighty friends.
Northwest Ohio is the Warbler Capital of the World and the location of the Biggest Week in American Birding! The 10-day festival runs from May 8-17, 2026, so grab some books and binoculars and head outdoors with the kids!
Groundbreaking cartoonist Nicole Hollander made the funny pages safe for thinking (and overthinking) women.
The world of comics lost a giant this week. Spider-Man, The Justice League, Batman, Robin, The Punisher—Gerry Conway’s genius shaped nearly every major comic book character from the late 1960s through the 2020s.
Want to know more about the big names in women's sports? Hear the stories of these groundbreaking athletes with these titles.
Just in time for MLB's Opening Day, here are some of the best books on the old (and new!) ballgame.
Reading suggestions by star sign? Yep! We can do that. This month, we boldly run with the Ariesians....Ariesites....Ariesists...Those who fall under the aegis of Aries.
Meet House of Shalom founder Destinie Perkins, who is following her own entrepreneurial destiny with the help of the Library's Small Business & Nonprofit team.
The controversial mind behind Venom and Spawn changed the comic book industry forever.
Read about women in science and their many accomplishments this Women's History Month!
See how historic Toledo tackled pie making in the 1880 publication The Home Cook Book.
Finding accurate and useful information on restoring and renovating older homes can be tricky. These books can get you started.
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In honor of Women's History Month, we’re highlighting a selection of books that feature compelling sapphic romance and lesbian characters.
Continue the hockey fever and "check" out these books for kids and teens featuring this wildly popular (and sometimes wild!) sport in both our countries!
Love lacrosse? Canadians do too! It's their national summer sport, because their national winter sport has to be hockey, right?!
Ah, spring. When a young person's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of... Canada.
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The Toledo Library is celebrating Women's History Month with a spotlight on women athletes. Visit your local library to vote for your favorite in our exciting March Madness bracket!
