With horror becoming more and more of a popular genre, it is always a good idea to learn more about the sub-genres it spawns! Thrillers are a very specific kind of horror– focusing on suspense and mystery elements to create a tense and atmospheric experience....
Get ready for midway munchies and carnival crushes because it's time for another state fair! The 2024 Indiana State Fair will begin on Friday, August 2, and run through Sunday, August 18. In honor of this event, we made a list of titles in our...
Did you know that today most experts consider stranger danger to be a dated term? Shifting to something like "tricky people" is crucial because children are most often harmed by someone they know. "Tricky people" may make children uncomfortable, ask to keep secrets, or break...
It is time for another Summer Olympic Games! Commonly regarded as the largest and most prestigious multi-sport international event, the Olympic Games take place once every four years. The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France, will begin on Friday, July 26 and run through Sunday,...
Among young adult cover illustrators, there is one whose artwork noticeably stands out. Charlie Bowater is an illustrator from the UK whose definitive and realistic art style has gained popularity with multiple authors and publishers. Her use of color and composition help to build the...
Did you know that you have free access to many apps through the library, just by using your library card? Here are some apps and databases that can be used by and for kids! Library Apps Libby Libby is a free app that offers free eBooks, digital audiobooks, ...
It can sometimes be difficult to find time to sit down with a book. Audiobooks are a good alternative for continuing your favorite series or starting something new whether you're driving, working on homework, or cleaning around the house. Listening to an audiobook gives you...
The July Silent Auction in the library lobby includes gently used books and never used jigsaw puzzles. Highlights include a Roselyn Cookbook with bakery favorites and L. S. Ayres Tea Room book of recipes and recollections. Picture Puzzles from Brain Games offers pages of "spot the differences" between two or more...
Unable to join us for storytime at the library? Try creating your own version at home! This storytime outline is bear themed. Before you start, show your child the books you plan to read and see if they can guess what you are going to...
Diversity in fiction has recently become more mainstream, and that’s especially true in books written for teens. This has had the added benefit of more cultures gaining increased representation and those titles are able to reach a wider audience. These titles allow for more varied...
