Want to get to know your favorite authors even more? Check out KDL Author Talks, online conversations in which authors of interesting, popular, informative and compelling books share more about their work, their writing process, the things that inspire them and more. These conversations are led by passionate readers from the Library Speakers Consortium, and…
Author Spotlight: My Experience with Writing and Publishing
By Stephanie Flood, Author I am an experienced Labor & Delivery nurse, and in 2015, I decided to start documenting the birth stories that came so easily to mind. From the beginning, I knew my goal was to tell the truth. Birth is beautiful, yes, but it is also unpredictable, complicated and sometimes heartbreaking. It…
Get to Know Deep Roots – A Stampworthy Prize Sponsor
If you’re looking for a place where fresh produce meets family fun, look no further than Deep Roots Produce in Alto, MI, just a short drive from our Caledonia Township Branch. This charming, family-owned farm is one of the proud sponsors of Kent District Library’s Stampworthy Adult Reader Card initiative, and they’ve donated a fantastic…
Experience KDL: Five Reasons to Visit the Cascade Twp. Branch
By Ashley Geglio, Branch Librarian You may have heard that the Cascade Twp. Branch recently went through a refresh project resulting in an updated look with all new flooring, paint, furniture and a complete redesign of the children’s area. Even with all of the changes, the library still maintains that cozy and homey feel that…
Stump the Librarian: Sweaty Hippos
This week on Stump the Librarian, KDL’s very own family podcast, Liz dives deep to find out why Hippos sweat red. Next Jill can’t stop talking about the U.S. Postal Service (seriously, it’s cool!) Our hosts are joined by Kali at the Amy Van Andel Branch to share a fun fact about giant squids. Listen…
Not Magic, Just Math: How AI Generates Text
By Jared Seigel, Branch Librarian Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days, especially in the form of chatbots. These chatbots can help people write emails, answer questions or carry on conversations that feel surprisingly human. But how do these tools actually work? What makes them seem so intelligent? Modern chatbots are powered by large language…
Awesome Adults: Programming for All
By Jacob Huber, Branch Librarian, Krause Memorial Branch (Rockford) Here at Kent District Library, we have the mission statement to Further All People. We work towards this goal by offering many crucial resources such as a diverse collection of library materials, an expansive Beyond Books collection, public computers, printing, scanning, faxing, tech assistance and, of…
Showcase Your Writing Talents
Don't forget to enter KDL's Write Michigan Short Story Contest, open to Michigan writers of all ages. Submissions accepted at writemichigan.org through Nov. 15. By Andrew Hinkley, Creator of My Write Time Unlock the hidden potential within your writing by transforming writing skills into potential cash prizes in minutes. Did you know that there are…
Get to Know Littlefoot Coffee Roasters – A Stampworthy Prize Sponsor
Books and coffee go together like books and coffee. That's why we're so happy to partner with Littlefoot Coffee Roasters to bring you the Stampworthy Adult Reader initiative! Finding Littlefoot Coffee Roasters in Grandville is an adventure, because you will swear that you missed a turn somewhere. The building where this gem of a business…
Patron Story: Library Resources Used for Research Project
By Steve Poll, Caledonia Twp. Branch Patron It all began so simply. I had known for years how my dad had played on Caledonia’s high school football team, how the team laid sod to complete a new lighted football field as part of practice in the fall of 1950, and how they went unscored upon…
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