Staff Picks
Monthly Staff Picks
Monthly Staff Picks
New Fall Adult Fiction!
And by Fall, I mostly mean anything vampires, witches, ghosts, or pumpkins on the cover.
Honoring Women's Equality Day
Women's Equality Day is celebrated on Aug. 26th to commemorate the 19th amendment to the constitution which gave women the right to vote.
Summer isn't over yet!
What will this summer bring you? This list will give you plenty to think about.
Staff Favorites
Popular Culture
New Kids Non-Fiction We're Loving
Kids are back to school and ready to learn! Check out some of these amazing, brand-new, non-fiction books to get curious minds buzzing.
New Fall Adult Fiction!
And by Fall, I mostly mean anything vampires, witches, ghosts, or pumpkins on the cover.
Honoring Women's Equality Day
Women's Equality Day is celebrated on Aug. 26th to commemorate the 19th amendment to the constitution which gave women the right to vote.
Tactile Board Books
A fun list of tactile and interactive board books with flaps, textures, and more to engage babies and toddlers through hands-on play.
Popular Nonfiction
Popular Culture
New Kids Non-Fiction We're Loving
Kids are back to school and ready to learn! Check out some of these amazing, brand-new, non-fiction books to get curious minds buzzing.
Honoring Women's Equality Day
Women's Equality Day is celebrated on Aug. 26th to commemorate the 19th amendment to the constitution which gave women the right to vote.
What We Celebrate: July is Disability Pride Month for Adults
Explore books that share the joys and challenges of the modern disability experience, and books that feature characters with disabilities.
What We Celebrate: Malala Day
A booklist featuring activists from across the globe similar to Malala in honor of Malala Day that is celebrated annually on July 12th.
Diversity in the Collection
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Honoring Women's Equality Day
Women's Equality Day is celebrated on Aug. 26th to commemorate the 19th amendment to the constitution which gave women the right to vote.
What We Celebrate: July is Disability Pride Month for Adults
Explore books that share the joys and challenges of the modern disability experience, and books that feature characters with disabilities.
What We Celebrate: July is Disability Pride Month for Kids
Check out these books featuring kids with disabilities!
Good Books You May Have Missed
Popular Culture
It Ends With Us
If you're eagerly awaiting the movie adaptation of It Ends With Us, here are some other great reads to enjoy in the meantime.
The Women
These titles are powerful stories of resilience and purpose you don't want to miss.
Funny Story
These books feature stories of relatable women finding romance where they least expect it.
Michigan Literature
Popular Culture
Michigan Adventures!
From lakeshores to lighthouses, discover the best of Michigan’s great outdoors.
Celebrate Moms in May!
Mother's Day is the 11th of May, but why not celebrate them all month?
Let's Go Lions!
Give a Cheer for the home team! Can the Detroit Lions go the distance? Learn all about the Detroit Lions and their journey to Glory!
Audiobooks
Popular Culture
Honoring Women's Equality Day
Women's Equality Day is celebrated on Aug. 26th to commemorate the 19th amendment to the constitution which gave women the right to vote.
Pride Month Staff Picks
June is Pride month. Celebrate by reading picks recommended by KDL Staff.
Honoring World Cultural Diversity Day!
Celebrate World Diversity Day on 5/21 with these powerful reads that honor different cultures, voices, and stories from around the globe!
Honoring Endangered Species Day!
Discover incredible animals & the fight to save them! Explore our booklist for World Endangered Species Day on May 16th!
Young Readers
Popular Culture
New Kids Non-Fiction We're Loving
Kids are back to school and ready to learn! Check out some of these amazing, brand-new, non-fiction books to get curious minds buzzing.
Tactile Board Books
A fun list of tactile and interactive board books with flaps, textures, and more to engage babies and toddlers through hands-on play.
Starting Daycare or Preschool!
Feel prepared for the first day of preschool or daycare with these new books meant for the youngest learners.
Elementary
Popular Culture
What We Celebrate: July is Disability Pride Month for Kids
Check out these books featuring kids with disabilities!
What We Celebrate: Malala Day
A booklist featuring activists from across the globe similar to Malala in honor of Malala Day that is celebrated annually on July 12th.
What We Celebrate: Juneteenth for Kids
Juneteenth is June 19th, but let's celebrate all month long!
Middle School/High School
Popular Culture
Summer isn't over yet!
What will this summer bring you? This list will give you plenty to think about.
Back to school
School's back in session soon. Get back into the zone with one of these. Some will remind you of your own school, and others ... won't.