Staff Picks
Monthly Staff Picks
Monthly Staff Picks
What We Celebrate: World Hijab Day!
Read about girls all over the world who wear a hijab.
Wildfires
These books for kids, teens, and adults may help you process the January 2025 fires in California.
Honoring International Holocaust Remembrance Day
2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, and the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Bosnia.
Staff Favorites
Popular Culture
What We Celebrate: World Hijab Day!
Read about girls all over the world who wear a hijab.
Wildfires
These books for kids, teens, and adults may help you process the January 2025 fires in California.
James
Did you like the compelling characters? The new take on a classic novel? The theme of freedom? Keep your streak going with one of these!
Popular Nonfiction
Popular Culture
Wildfires
These books for kids, teens, and adults may help you process the January 2025 fires in California.
Honoring International Holocaust Remembrance Day
2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, and the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Bosnia.
Eurydice at Opera Grand Rapids
Eurydice, based on the play by Sarah Ruhl, reconceives the myth of Orpheus, telling the story from the heroine’s perspective.
Celebrate American Heart Month
Spend February, and the rest of 2025, caring for your heart! You are worth it!
Equity Diversity and Inclusion
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
What We Celebrate: World Hijab Day!
Read about girls all over the world who wear a hijab.
Honoring International Holocaust Remembrance Day
2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, and the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Bosnia.
We are not Broken - Stories of Success
Jan.17th is International We are Not Broken Day, a day that seeks to put an end to viewing those who experienced hardships as broken.
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.
What to read while you wait for The Women
Explore these titles while you wait for The Women by Kristin Hannah.
Michigan Literature
Popular Culture
Backyard Birds for Kids
Books for young birdwatchers and their grownups for National Bird-Feeding Month!
The River We Remember
These atmospheric novels are set in small towns with beautiful landscapes and packed with suspenseful, investigate plotlines.
If You Liked ... Tom Lake
Some are based in Michigan or simply take place on a farm. All of them take a look at the history we share with the people closest to us.
Audiobooks
Popular Culture
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
It's not only a time to honor Dr. King’s legacy but also to reflect on his vision for equality, justice, and peace.
Yoga for Everyone
Unite body, breath, and mind with these yoga resources, featuring accessible guides for everyone from first-timers to lifelong yogis.
There's Light at the End of the Tunnel
We're all struggling with something these days, and May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Check out these books to realize you're not alone.
While you are a lady-(or-gentleman)-in-waiting for Spare
Grab another royal read to fill in the holes and broaden your perspective, while you wait. You might enjoy Spare even more!
Young Readers
Popular Culture
What We Celebrate: World Hijab Day!
Read about girls all over the world who wear a hijab.
What We Celebrate: Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is January 29th! Check out these great titles for kids.
Winter comes in many forms.
It's a wonderful time to check out all of these "winter" themed CDs and movies with classic winter songs.
Yoga for Everyone
Unite body, breath, and mind with these yoga resources, featuring accessible guides for everyone from first-timers to lifelong yogis.
Elementary
Popular Culture
Wildfires
These books for kids, teens, and adults may help you process the January 2025 fires in California.
National Hobby Month
Did you know that January is National Hobby Month? Winter is a great time to start a new one, or two, or three ...
New family movies
Grab some popcorn, settle in under cozy blankets, and catch up on some recent releases!
Winter comes in many forms.
It's a wonderful time to check out all of these "winter" themed CDs and movies with classic winter songs.
Middle School/High School
Popular Culture
What We Celebrate: World Hijab Day!
Read about girls all over the world who wear a hijab.
Wildfires
These books for kids, teens, and adults may help you process the January 2025 fires in California.
The Job Diaries
Explore "The Job Diaries" – a list featuring stories of summer jobs, adventures, and personal growth!
New family movies
Grab some popcorn, settle in under cozy blankets, and catch up on some recent releases!
