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FOR WHAT'S IT'S WORTH JANUARY 2026 |
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NEW YEARS BOOK LIST YA book list to start of your 2026 right! |
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Lunar New Year love story
by Gene Luen Yang
High school senior Valentina adored Valentine's Day until a shocking revelation leads her to believe her love life is cursed, until a Lunar New Year celebration introduces her to charming lion dancer boys and a chance at breaking her family's curse
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The Chaos of Standing Still
by Jessica Brody
Over the course of one chaotic night stranded at the Denver airport, Ryn confronts her shattered past thanks to the charm of romance, the uniqueness of strangers, and the magic of ordinary places in this stunning novel from the author of Boys of Summer. Ryn has one unread text message on her phone. And it's been there for almost a year. She hasn't tried to read it. She can't. She won't. Because that one message is the last thing her best friend ever said to her before she died. But as Ryn finds herself trapped in the Denver International Airport on New Year's Eve thanks to a never-ending blizzard on the one-year anniversary of her best friend's death, fate literally runs into her. And his name is Xander. When the two accidentally swap phones, Ryn and Xander are thrust into the chaos of an unforgettable all-night adventure, filled with charming and mysterious strangers, a secret New Year's Eve bash, and a possible Illuminati conspiracy hidden within the Denver airport. But as the bizarre night continues, all Ryn can think about is that one unread text message. It follows her wherever she goes, because Ryn can't get her brilliantly wild and free-spirited best friend out of her head. Ryn can't move on. But tonight, for the first time ever, she's trying. And maybe that's a start. As moving as it is funny, The Chaos of Standing Still is a heartwarming story about the earth-shattering challenges life throws at us--and the unexpected strangers who help us along the way.
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Reggie and Delilah's Year of Falling
by Elise Bryant
From the NAACP Image Award-nominated author of Happily Ever Afters comes a dual POV rom-com about Reggie and Delilah, who fall in love through missed connections and chance meetings on holidays over the course of a year. Perfect for fans of Nicola Yoon and Jenny Han, with crossover appeal for readers of Jasmine Guillory and Talia Hibbert romances. Delilah always keeps her messy, gooey insides hidden behind a wall of shrugs and yeah, whatevers. She goes with the flow--which is how she ends up singing in her friends' punk band as a favor, even though she'd prefer to hide at the merch table. Reggie is a D&D Dungeon Master and self-declared Blerd. He spends his free time leading quests and writing essays critiquing the game under a pseudonym, keeping it all under wraps from his disapproving family. These two, who have practically nothing in common, meet for the first time on New Year's Eve. And then again on Valentine's Day. And then again on St. Patrick's Day. It's almost like the universe is pushing them together for a reason.--]cPublisher marketing.
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A Castle in the Clouds
by Kerstin Gier
Way up in the Swiss mountains, there's an old grand hotel steeped in tradition and faded splendor. Once a year, when the famous New Year's Eve Ball takes place, and guests from all over the world arrive, excitement returns to the vast hallways. Sophie, who works at the hotel as an intern, is busy making sure that everything goes according to plan. But unexpected problems keep arising, and some of the guests are not who they pretend to be. Very soon, Sophie finds herself right in the middle of a perilous adventure, and at risk of losing not only her job but also her heart--
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Just Do This One Thing for Me
by Laura Zimmermann
Stuck at the lake in the middle of a Wisconsin winter, Drew and his younger sister and brother struggle to stay together after their manipulative, con artist mother dies, which they can only do if they can keep her death a secret.
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Be That Way
by Hope Larson
Sixteen-year-old Christine keeps a journal of an eventful year of her life in mid-90s Asheville, North Carolina, which she records through prose and illustration.
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Hangry Hearts
by Jennifer Chen
Julie and Randall, former best friends turned rivals due to their feuding families, reconnect while working on a community-service project, leading to rekindled feelings and secret dates, but their budding romance is threatened when their families discover their secret.
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Fate: The Winx Saga Vol. 1: Dark Destiny
by Olivia Cuartero-Briggs
In the wake of losing Bloom, this new school year the rest of our heroes must face a mysterious new enemy that threatens to destroy everything they love. When the school is attacked by fairy powers few have seen before, our heroes are faced with a mystery and an enemy that could spell doom for them all. During their darkest hour, can they rely on the wielder of the Dragon Flame to return to them? Or has Bloom been lost forever?
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Our cursed love
by Julie Abe
"During their winter break trip to Japan, best friends Remy and Cam take an ancient soulmate elixir that doesn't go as planned, forcing them to unravel their past and rewrite the future, or be cursed to forget each other?—?forever. Simultaneous eBook."
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Looking for Alaska
by John Green
Before. Miles Pudge Halter is done with his safe life at home. His whole life has been one big non-event, and his obsession with famous last words has only made him crave the Great Perhaps even more (Francois Rabelais, poet). He heads off to the sometimes crazy and anything-but-boring world of Culver Creek Boarding School, and his life becomes the opposite of safe. Because down the hall is Alaska Young. The gorgeous, clever, funny, sexy, self-destructive, screwed up, and utterly fascinating Alaska Young. She is an event unto herself. She pulls Pudge into her world, launches him into the Great Perhaps, and steals his heart. Then. . . . After. Nothing is ever the same.
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And Other Mistakes
by Erika Turner
A coming-of-age novel about first loves, broken friendships, family tension, and what it means to run toward your future instead of running from your past!
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Cozy Winter Reading Program
Friday, January 2 to February 14, Event Time
All Library Locations
Get your favorite BINGO pen ready! Our winter reading challenge starts January 2! Readers of all ages are invited to track their cozy winter reading on a BINGO card for fun and prizes. Pick up a BINGO card at any County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries location January 2 – February 14. Thank you for reading with us!
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Film Fridays
Friday, January 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2 pm to 4:30 pm
Cambria Library
Join us on Fridays for topical documentaries, telenovelas, or television series. Acompañanos los Viernes para ver documentales, telenovelas o series de televisión.
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SLO Library - Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Friday, January 9, 4 pm to 4:45 pm
SLO Library - Teen Area
Looking for volunteer or community service hours? Join San Luis Obispo Library's Teen Advisory Board! Participation can be listed on job, scholarship and college applications. Help plan virtual and in person teen events, create content for social media, create contest ideas, recommend books, movies and more. All meetings will be held in the Teen Area of the San Luis Obispo Library. Light refreshments will be provided. Ages 12-18. All library programs will be following current California and County of San Luis Obispo health guidelines.
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Teen Book Club
Saturday, January 10, 3 pm to 4:30 pm
Nipomo Library - Community Room
The Nipomo Library Teen Book Club is for teens ages 12-15. Come talk about books, build community, and participate in activities. There are no booklists yet. Everyone is welcome!
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Shell Beach Library Poetry Group
Wednesday, January 14, 3 pm - 4:30pm
Shell Beach Library
Monthly open poetry reading and discussion of published and original poetry. All adults and teens are welcome.
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Chess Club
Friday, January 16, 2 pm to 4:30 pm
Nipomo Library - Community Room
Learn to play chess, improve your chess strategy, and or just play chess and meet other players. School age to seniors are welcome. Game boards and instruction will be provided. The third Friday of the month from 2:00-4:30.
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Sidetrack Book Club
Friday, January 16, 4 pm to 4:45 pm
SLO Library - Teen Area
The Sidetrack Book Club is back and better than before! Instead of being a regular book club, we are hosting the book share club for teens! Come by every third Friday to enjoy some snacks and share your favorite read for that month. This program will be held in the Teen Area of the San Luis Obispo Library. Light refreshments will be served. Bring a friend! Ages 13-17. All library programs will follow current state and county health guidelines.
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Pokemon Card Trading
Saturday, January 17, 2 pm to 3:30 pm
Nipomo Library - Community Room
Do YOU wanna be the very best like no one ever was? Then bring your Pokémon cards to meet, compete, and trade with other collectors your age! All attendees will receive 1 card of their choosing from the librarian, while supplies last.
Parents and guardians note: Staff will not monitor individual card trades. Please use good judgment with cards that you/your children are not comfortable trading. Thank you!
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Atascadero Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday, January 22, 3:45 pm to 4:30pm
Atascadero Library - Polin Community Room
Looking for volunteer or community service hours? Join Atascadero Teen Advisory Board! Participation can be listed on job, scholarship and college applications. Help plan virtual and in person teen events, create content for social media, create contest ideas, recommend books, movies and more.
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Watercolor Winter Painting - with Spencer Collins
Saturday, January 24, 2:30 pm to 4 pm
Nipomo Library - Community Room
Learn how to create a beautiful winter snow scene using watercolor paints with instructor Spencer Collins! These make great gifts for the holiday season! All skill levels welcome. Registration required. For Teens/Adults.
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Los Osos Teen Advisory Board
Saturday, January 24, 3 pm to 4 pm
Los Osos Library
Calling all teens! Looking for volunteer or community service hours? Help Librarian Emily run the Teen Advisory Board! Participation can be listed on job, scholarship and college applications. Help plan teen events, create content for social media, create contest ideas, recommend books, movies and more. Tell me what rad stuff you want to see happen! There will be snacks. For ages 13-18. Can't make it on Saturday afternoons? Call (805) 528-1862 or email eparrish@slolibrary.org to set up another time to volunteer!
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Play Nintendo Switch
Wednesday, January 28, 3 pm to 5 pm
Morro Bay Library - Program Room
Master your gaming skills and make new friends with our Nintendo Switch! We will provide one Switch for up to 4 players at a time - feel free to bring your own too. Games include Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and Just Dance.
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Play Nintendo Switch
Friday, January 30, 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Los Osos Library - Children's Area
Master your gaming skills and make new friends with our Nintendo Switch! We will provide one Switch for up to 4 players at a time - feel free to bring your own too. Games include Mario Kart, Just Dance and Super Smash Bros.
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Tarot and Tea for Teens!
Saturday, January 31, 1 pm to 2 pm
SLO Library - Teen Area
Learn the basics of tarot cards and blending tea!
Materials are provided
Totally Free
Registration is required
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County of SLO Public Libraries
995 PALM ST
SAN LUIS OBISPO, California 93403
805-781-5991 |
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