Staff Picks You’ll Love (Part 17)
Sometimes, you don't know what you want to read, but you know that you want something good. That's where our staff picks come in! These titles were all selected and…
I’m Reading It For the Title
They say you should never judge a book by its cover. And yes, this is certainly true. But, I also will be the first to admit that sometimes, a really…
There’s a Book About That?
As a lifelong learner, I'm always on the hunt for a new read. I love to learn about all kinds of topics, and this often gets me teased by family…
Staff Picks You’ll Love (Part 16)
Our Staff Picks blog posts are a selection of titles recommended by staff across various areas of the library, from Circulation to Adult Services; Tech to Building Services; Youth Services…
Love is in the air….
Can you feel the love? As we move through this cold month, let us take a moment to appreciate some of the most poignant books of love poetry, available in…
The Kensington Cozy Club
Please note: The Kensington Cozy Club has ended as of December 2023. This is a shout-out to all my cozy mystery lovers out there. If you read cozy mysteries, or…
Tax Resources
Tax season is upon us! Here is some important information regarding filing your 2020 taxes. The IRS announced that tax forms will be accepted starting Friday, February 12, 2021. This…
The Literature of the Absurd
Do you ever read a book, watch a movie, or even a video on YouTube and go "Wait...what just happened?" Or do you ever find it hard to explain a…
Real-Life Adventures for the Armchair Explorer in America
In a previous blog post, I suggested some fictional titles that featured adventures. In this post, however, I wanted to talk about some real-life adventures. Real people who did amazing…
The Journey Starts Here!
The new year is all about new beginnings. Developing new habits, picking up new hobbies, watching new shows, and reading new books. I love this time of year, because it…
Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Monday, January 18 is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. To remember and honor Dr. King's legacy and activism, consider diving deeper into the not-so-distant past of the civil rights movement…
Five Books I Want to Read in 2021
Happy New Year, everyone! Now's the time to focus on setting new goals, breaking bad habits, and starting fresh. And if you're like me, part of those goals includes reading.…
“I’ll Finally Have My Revenge!”
So, back in December, I talked a bit about a reading challenge that I like to create for the staff here at WPPL. And I encouraged everyone to join in…
Long History of Slavery, Resistance, & Abolition Book Recommendations
Last week the library welcomed Professor Marcus Rediker, distinguished professor of Atlantic History at the University of Pittsburgh, for a virtual presentation. His talk, The Long History of Slavery, Resistance, and Abolition touched…
Author Spotlight: Mark Dawidziak
There are some people who seem to know a bit about everything, whose interests and skills range far and wide. Today's Author Spotlight looks at just such a person. This…