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!
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.
October 31, 2024
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!
October 7, 2024
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!
October 4, 2024
Want to read a story we've had on a StoryWalk®? Find out the more about our StoryWalk® locations and current stories.
October 2, 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.
September 26, 2024
Embrace your inner ghost with this collection of haunting tales. Fasten your sheetbelts, it’s time for a spooky read!
September 24, 2024
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.
September 20, 2024
Stories about gardens and gardening along with how-to books for growing plants.
September 13, 2024
If you want to immerse yourself in a fantasy world that just keeps going and going, check out some of these series.
September 12, 2024
Explore the rich storytelling of South America through this curated list of novels that showcase the continent's diverse voices and perspectives.
September 10, 2024
All About Genres
If you stop by any MCPL location and ask for our help finding a book, one of the first things we’ll probably ask you is what kind of genres you like to read. For some people, that question is easy, and for others, it’s a little more complicated. So, read on for a list of common genres, as well as some new ones that have cropped up over the years! This post will be the first in a brand-new series.
August 20, 2024
In a new genre that has taken the world by storm, the YA stories on this list combine both fantasy and romance themes.
July 26, 2024