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I don’t know about you, but as the weather turns chilly and the leaves start to fall, all I want is to curl up under a blanket with some hot tea and read a cozy, feel-good book. If you’re looking for authors to make you “feel the feels” this winter season, look no further than Becky Chambers.

Think Library, Adults , Diversity, Fantasy, Fiction, Inclusiveness, Lifelong Learning, Literacy, Read, Sci-Fi, Staff Picks
December 5, 2024
2025 Book to Movie Adaptations

This is a list of movies scheduled to be released in 2025 that are based on books in the MCPL collection. Some of the release dates will likely change, and many may end up on streaming services rather than—or in addition to—theaters. Click on the release date or "TBA" (in parentheses) for more information about each movie.

Movies & Music
December 5, 2024
Winter Favorites

These picture books celebrate the joy and beauty that comes with the cold winter months. Grab a mug of hot cocoa, pull up a warm blanket, and snuggle close to your loved ones as you read these new and classic winter favorites!

Special Collections
November 22, 2024
Two-Sentence Horror Story Contest

Thank you to everyone who entered our first-ever Two-Sentence Horror Story Contest! We’re thrilled to announce the winners, who will receive gift cards to a bookstore of their choice, plus a horror book from the Friends of the Library Bookstore! Your creepy contributions made it a spine-tingling experience, and we loved reading each one! It was so hard to pick just three winners, so we’re including  20 more of our favorites.

Think Library, Adults, Teens , Connect, Horror, Writing
October 31, 2024

Read stories about how we elect our leaders.

Special Collections
October 11, 2024
Books About Books

In honor of National Book Month, we present a completely non-exhaustive list of some of our favorite books about books! From the history of how books have been made to writers sharing their favorite books, this list will educate and inspire!

Even More Staff Picks
October 7, 2024
Add Library Programs to Your Calendar Automatically

Did you know that you can add Library programs to any calendar app that uses iCal format, such as Google or Apple Calendar? There are just a few steps you need to follow. Additionally, when the Library adds new programs, your calendar will automatically update, so you'll never miss a program!

Think Library, Adults, Teens , Connect, Learn
October 4, 2024

This staff picks list features titles written by and about members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Stories of the LGBTQIA+ community's experiences are significant because they allow children to see themselves in stories, as well as find similarities with the author; it means that not only is the story important, but also who tells that story. 

Understanding Diverse Experiences
September 26, 2024
Ghostly Reads

Embrace your inner ghost with this collection of haunting tales. Fasten your sheetbelts, it’s time for a spooky read!

Even More Staff Picks
September 24, 2024
Horror Fiction

Horror aims to scare, haunt, or repulse. Fans of horror savor the genre's ability to follow temptation and take pleasure in terror. These picks are sure to send a shiver down your spine.

Recommended Fiction
September 20, 2024

Stories about gardens and gardening along with how-to books for growing plants.

Special Collections
September 13, 2024
If You Like George R. R. Martin...

If you want to immerse yourself in a fantasy world that just keeps going and going, check out some of these series.

Recommended Fiction
September 12, 2024
South American Fiction

Explore the rich storytelling of South America through this curated list of novels that showcase the continent's diverse voices and perspectives.

Even More Staff Picks
September 10, 2024