I confess! I did it!! I am guilty!!! Guilty of reading banned and challenged books.
Comics and graphic novels have a special place in the Banned Books pantheon as it tends to be easier to point to images as being “inappropriate” than taking the time to read a full text.
Let it be known, if there is a scandal, I shall uncover it and share every last detail. These books are sure to be full of them.
Here’s a list of frequently banned adult fiction and the reasons why they have been historically banned.
Out of the stark and brutal conditions of prison, come inspiring stories of faith, redemption and hope. Get a glimpse of this world from authors who have lived it.
The Library has partnered with the Ability Center to increase awareness of literature that focuses on, includes, and/or is created by people with disabilities. Take a look at these great books for children!
Welcome to part five of “Morgan Talks About Her Favorite Niche Genres,” better known as “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Sci-Fi Subgenres.” The next two subgenres are my favorites partially because they can be so fun while bringing surprising gravitas when needed.
Dav Pilkey's rollicking "Captain Underpants" books are routinely included on banned-book lists. Because underpants.
Call us Fall stories! Free, recorded stories for children, teens, and adults. Listen by phone any time of day or night by calling 419-745-9700.
Are you overwhelmed with the number of resources to help your students learn? Let the Library help! Using trusted resources and expert knowledge, our resourceful librarians have gathered a collection of credible and reliable resources – both electronic and books on 9/11, specifically for High School learners.
The overwhelming consensus for the best viewing of dark sky areas in the U.S. is in the western United States. There is one more place in the U.S. that should be put on the dark sky list and that is in rural Michigan. At 3:18 am to be precise in the farmlands of nowhere, on a cool, clear morning.
Most people love video games, and librarians are no exception! Let us lead you on a quest to learn more about the medium and direct you to where you can play some classics.
The unexpected death of Chadwick Aaron Boseman is particularly poignant for the Mott Branch Library community who had previously dubbed the branch Mottkanda.
In which one TLCPL librarian was inspired by another blog post to show the intersection of her passion for diverse literature and history.
The Library's Mobile Services team brings the Library to you through innovative, on-the-go services.
For the first time in our nation's history a female of color is a nominee for the office of Vice President! Let's celebrate by diving into top 6 books by or about the ladies of politics.
The only thing I talk about more than music is food (which is why I'm, quite possibly, the most annoying person ever).
Want to share a piece of your most recent poetry or prose as well as hone your skills as a writer? Registering for one of our weekly writing workshops may be the plan for you.
Strong female characters that will inspire your inner tough girl during hard times.
Thanks to the new streaming movie, everyone's talking about Hamilton again. But you feel left out of the conversation because you hate musicals. Let us help.
See how Welcome TLC is building a welcoming and inclusive community for immigrants, refugees, and people of diverse cultures.
Whether you're a book reader, a movie buff, or a graphic novel aficionado, the library has what you need to find out more about congressman and civil rights hero John Lewis.
