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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.
Teaching frequently challenged books can be a daunting task. Banned books are guaranteed to contain controversial subject matter demanding thoughtful and provoking dialogue.
In which two librarians try to get you to read books because other people don’t want you to.
How can a book series be the most challenged in the 21st century, yet the best-selling series of all time? Find out here!
Reading recommendations from Main Library's Fact and Fiction librarians.
Social emotional learning (SEL) encourages the development of self control, self awareness and the interpersonal skills needed to succeed in school and life. We hope this collection of library materials will inspire you to think of many ways you can promote social emotional learning among the children in your life.
Celebrate Latinx Cultural Heritage Month from September 15- October 15 by reading one of these great picture books!
Check out these comics by some of our favorite Latinx creators!
Are you looking for a good scary story? YA fiction is full of good horror: from ghosts to demons, spine-chilling houses to serial killers. Take a look at any of these stories to get you through the Halloween season. Just be sure to keep a bit of light on at night (to go to the bathroom, not because you’re scared of the creepy things that go bump in the night…)
Sometimes novels need to spice it up. The titles featured here use unconventional formatting to make their pages more interesting.
