Bucks County has a long and storied history. If you’re curious about this region’s past, pick up a book on Bucks County history at the library. Read the history of your hometown or learn about the trades, transportation and traditions of a bygone era. Check the Historic Bucks County shelf on cloudLibrary for even more […]
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Martin Luther King Jr. and Day of Racial Healing
Books can be a wonderful way to honor our common humanity and celebrate the differences that make our communities vibrant. This week, we pause to reflect on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and observe the Day of Racial Healing, observed every year on the Tuesday following Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Whether […]
Staff Picks 2021: Children’s Books
Library staff across Bucks County rounded up children’s books published in 2021 that your kids will love. For even more recommendations, check out all of our Staff Picks for 2021 or browse the Staff Picks shelves on cloudLibrary. One, Two, Grandma Loves You by Shelly Becker Reading age: 3-5 years old A young girl and […]
Read-Alikes for December’s Hottest Books
Waiting to get your hands on a popular book? We’re here to help! Try one of these read-alikes for some of December’s most popular titles. Popular Fiction Titles and Read-Alikes Beautiful World, Where Are You by Sally Rooney You may also enjoy: Days of Distraction by Alexandra Chang Exciting Times by Naoise Dolan Writers and […]
Seasons Readings! Books to Spark Your Holiday Spirit
The most festive time of the year is here! For most of us, the 2021 holiday season looks different than last year. Many folks are excited to revive old celebrations, while others are embarking on new traditions. No matter how you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, reading is a wonderful way to spend your holiday […]
Affirming Books By and About Transgender People
A lot of the public’s awareness of the transgender community comes from movies, television shows and books. But for decades, media did not accurately represent or characterize transgender people. Transgender Awareness Week – November 13 to 19 – highlights transgender people and the issues faced by members of the community. It’s also a time for […]
National Book Award Winners from Pennsylvania
The winners of the 2021 National Book Awards will be announced in just a few days. This year, there are 25 finalists in five categories: fiction, non-fiction, poetry, translated literature and young people’s literature. Since the National Book Awards began in 1950, hundreds of authors have been honored for their exceptional books. And many are […]
10 Books for Native American Heritage Month
It’s National Native American Heritage Month! November is a great time to pick up a book by or about Indigenous people. Whether you’re introducing a young reader to the Navajo Code Talkers or looking for literature by today’s most prolific Indigenous writers, you’ll find plenty of options at your library. These are just a few […]
DA101: Intro to Dark Academia
Welcome, students. Please take your seats. No talking. Keep your hands visible at all times. Syllabus Dark Academia is a genre of literature that is having a moment right now. It typically features an elite group of students selected out as special in some way. Something wicked, nefarious or unfortunate tends to happen. Perhaps it’s […]
Books To Read While Curled Up With a Pumpkin Spice Latte
The changing of the leaves reminds us that the seasons are changing. The leaves begin to fall, the nights become cooler, and most importantly, all our favorite coffee spots start to offer our favorite drink: the Pumpkin Spiced Latte. This tradition is quite new and dates to 2003 when Starbucks released the first Pumpkin Spiced […]
