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  • Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Signs: Pisces Edition

    Reading suggestions by star sign? Yep! We can do that. This month, we'll take a swim with Pisces.

  • Keeping Hope Alive: Jesse Jackson, 1941-2026

    He marched at Selma. He could tell you how to get to Sesame Street. And he was. Somebody.

  • Craftsmanship: The Value of Authenticity in an Automated Age

    Many people, tired of throw-away culture, are seeking inspiration on how to prioritize quality over quantity. Here are some great books on honing the value of craftsmanship in our lives.

  • International Mother Language Day: Honoring the Languages That Shape Us

    Celebrate International Mother Language Day with these books about languages and cultures!

  • Happy 100th Birthday to Black History Month

    Founded exactly 100 years ago, Black History Month was never designed to constrain attention within a limited 28-day span, but rather to drill down on a fundamental history that should otherwise be studied all year long.

  • All Things Dragons!

    Who is your favorite literary dragon? Whether you’re a fan of Wings of Fire or Dragons Love Tacos, celebrate your favorite fire-breathing, scaly, flying beast with these great reads for youth of all ages!

  • Deliciously Alone: Cookbooks That Celebrate Solo Meals

    You say tonight's special is stale saltines over the sink? No, chef, not with these cookbooks at your fingertips. Deliciousness, party of one.

  • Black History Picture Books

    Experience Black History through illustrated picture books. Here are 15 titles highlighting historical events as well as people and their accomplishments.

  • Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Signs: Aquarius Edition

    Reading suggestions by star sign? Yep! We can do that. This month, we'll take a page of Aquarius.

  • This is her art and it is dangerous: Catherine O’Hara, 1954-2026

    When we lost the inspired comic actor Catherine O'Hara, we lost multitudes.

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  • Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Signs: Pisces Edition

    Reading suggestions by star sign? Yep! We can do that. This month, we'll take a swim with Pisces.

  • Keeping Hope Alive: Jesse Jackson, 1941-2026

    He marched at Selma. He could tell you how to get to Sesame Street. And he was. Somebody.

  • Craftsmanship: The Value of Authenticity in an Automated Age

    Many people, tired of throw-away culture, are seeking inspiration on how to prioritize quality over quantity. Here are some great books on honing the value of craftsmanship in our lives.

  • International Mother Language Day: Honoring the Languages That Shape Us

    Celebrate International Mother Language Day with these books about languages and cultures!

  • Happy 100th Birthday to Black History Month

    Founded exactly 100 years ago, Black History Month was never designed to constrain attention within a limited 28-day span, but rather to drill down on a fundamental history that should otherwise be studied all year long.

  • All Things Dragons!

    Who is your favorite literary dragon? Whether you’re a fan of Wings of Fire or Dragons Love Tacos, celebrate your favorite fire-breathing, scaly, flying beast with these great reads for youth of all ages!

  • Deliciously Alone: Cookbooks That Celebrate Solo Meals

    You say tonight's special is stale saltines over the sink? No, chef, not with these cookbooks at your fingertips. Deliciousness, party of one.

  • Black History Picture Books

    Experience Black History through illustrated picture books. Here are 15 titles highlighting historical events as well as people and their accomplishments.

  • Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Signs: Aquarius Edition

    Reading suggestions by star sign? Yep! We can do that. This month, we'll take a page of Aquarius.

  • This is her art and it is dangerous: Catherine O’Hara, 1954-2026

    When we lost the inspired comic actor Catherine O'Hara, we lost multitudes.

  • 10 Works from the Creator of Batman: The Animated Series for New and Old Fans

    Bruce Timm’s vision defined Batman—and animation—for an entire generation. 

  • 10 Exciting Football Comics You Need For Super Bowl LX

    Prepare your touchdown dance for these 10 comics about America’s favorite sport.

  • 10 Exciting Comics You Need for Squirrel Appreciation Day

    Squirrel away these comics for later or go nuts and read them now! Too much? Probably too much.

  • Toledo Library Best Books of 2025

    Here are our staff picks for the best books of 2025 for children, teens, and adults!

  • Celebrate Popeye Day with the Best of the Sailor Man

    If seafaring men with a short fuse and an insatiable desire for spinach are up your alley, have we got the comics (and movie) for you.

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