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Cozy Winter Reading: Relax and Recharge with books and Bingo. We've got a fun winter reading challenge for readers of all ages! Grab a BINGO card and a stack of books at your favorite library through February 14. Learn more. |
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Holmes Is Missing
by James Patterson
Holmes, Marple & Poe Investigations face a challenging string of child abductions that forces them to solve the case without their brilliant leader, Brendan Holmes, in the second novel of the series following Holmes, Marple & Poe.
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Presumed Guilty
by Scott Turow
Rusty is a retired judge asked by his fiancée, Bea, to defend her adult son Aaron, who is accused of murdering his girlfriend Mae, and Rusty agrees to help but questions whether the system can provide true justice for those who are presumed guilty.
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Onyx Storm
by Rebecca Yarros
After nearly 18 months at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail must seek allies from unfamiliar lands to stand with Navarre, and she will do anything to save what she loves—her dragons, her family, her home and him, in a deluxe, limited edition.
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Never say never
by Danielle Steel
After her husband of 25 years leaves her for a younger male lover, Oona Kelly Webster takes her anniversary trip to France alone, where after renting a house called La Belle Florence, she risks love with her friendly Trinidadian neighbor, a well-known actor.
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Beautiful ugly
by Alice Feeney
A year after his wife Abby mysteriously disappeared, author Grady Green, still consumed by grief, retreats to a remote Scottish island only to encounter a woman who looks exactly like the wife he lost. 150,000 first printing.
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Witchcraft for wayward girls
by Grady Hendrix
Four teenage girls trapped in a secretive maternity home for unwed mothers in 1960 St. Augustine, Florida, find an unexpected source of power through witchcraft.
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The Note
by Alafair Burke
May Hanover, always the rule-following“Little Sheriff,” reunites with her childhood friends Lauren and Kelsey for a carefree trip to the Hamptons, but when a drunken prank goes disastrously wrong, May becomes the focus of a police investigation and begins questioning whether her friends are hiding dangerous secrets.
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The stolen queen
by Fiona Davis
In 1978, as a valuable Egyptian artifact disappears during the Met Gala, Met curator Charlotte Cross and young assistant Annie Jenkins embark on a high-stakes search that leads them to Egypt, where Charlotte must confront an ancient curse and the haunting tragedy of her past.
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A sea of unspoken things
by Adrienne Young
After her twin brother Johnny's tragic death, James returns to their hometown to settle his affairs where she begins to uncover the dark secrets he left behind, some of which may involve his best friend and her ex-lover, Micah.
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The life of Herod the Great
by Zora Neale Hurston
Zora Neale Hurston's unpublished novel offers a reimagined portrayal of Herod the Great, not as the notorious villain of the New Testament, but as a philosophical and visionary king who brought prosperity to Judea during a tumultuous period of war and imperial expansion in the first century BCE.
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Homeseeking
by Karissa Chen
Separated by war and reunited after 60 years, Haiwen and Suchi navigate decades of love, loss and survival across continents, as their shared past clashes with their hopes for a second chance at life.
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Power of persuasion
by Selena Montgomery
A.J. Grayson is hired by the cabinet of King Damon Toca of Jafir to install her revolutionary AI system to thwart a potential coup, and as Damon guards against a treacherous adversary, he finds he is drawn to A.J. and will risk everything for a future with her.
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Beg, borrow, or steal
by Sarah Adams
"Two feuding second-grade teachers (and neighbors) find themselves teaming up in this new rivals-to-lovers romance set in Rome, Kentucky-from the New York Times bestselling author of The Rule Book and Practice Makes Perfect"
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The last room on the left
by Leah Konen
"A creepy, twisty feminist take on The Shining, about a caretaker in the Catskills who stumbles on a dead body and nobody believes her, from the author of The Perfect Escape"
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I Am Nobody's Slave
by Lee Hawkins
This memoir examines a Black family's pursuit of the American Dream, exploring generational trauma from slavery and systemic racism, revealing how racial violence shaped their lives, and uncovering the emotional toll and resilience passed down through generations. 75,000 first printing.
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Simply Jamie
by Jamie Oliver
A collection of approachable and inventive recipes organized into five chapters, including Midweek Meals and Delicious Desserts, designed to inspire joyful cooking for any occasion, with a focus on quick dishes and efficient use of leftovers to enhance mealtime simplicity throughout the week.
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The sinners all bow
by Kate Winkler Dawson
Revisits the mysterious 1832 death of Sarah Maria Cornell, intertwining historical investigation with modern forensic techniques to uncover the truth behind her demise and the trial of Reverend Ephraim Avery, while reflecting on the impact of women who challenged societal norms in their pursuit of justice.
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Save Our Souls
by Matthew Pearl
In this true story, on December 10, 1887, the Walker family's shark fishing boat was split in two by a storm, and they awoke in the morning on an island inhabited by a ragged man named Hans who seemed helpful but had a dark secret.
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The way of play
by Tina Payne Bryson
Presents seven playful techniques that promote healthy emotional development and resilience in children through intentional, brief interactions, emphasizing the importance of daily moments that nurture calmness, cooperation, and communication, all supported by scientific research and engaging illustrations.
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Before Elvis
by Preston Lauterbach
This exploration of the Black musicians who shaped Elvis Presley's music focuses on four overlooked artists while examining their influence, legacies and the systemic injustices that kept them in poverty as others profited from their work. 20,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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The Disengaged Teen
by Jenny Anderson
Explores the disengagement of adolescents from school, identifying four learning modes?—?Resister, Passenger, Achiever, and Explorer?—?that shape teens' relationships with learning, while offering evidence-backed strategies for parents to foster curiosity and self-awareness to help their children thrive academically and emotionally.
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Tidy up your life
by Tyler Moore
Shares guiding principles and practical routines for organizing and prioritizing both physical and emotional spaces, drawing from his experiences as a busy parent living in a small apartment, aiming to help overwhelmed individuals create a more joyful and manageable home life.
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Hope
by Pope Francis
Pope Francis originally intended this book to appear only after his death, but the needs of our times and the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope have moved him to make this legacy available now. Illustrations.
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Dare I say it
by Naomi Watts
"Beloved actress Naomi Watts opens up about the challenges she faced upon reaching early menopause in this empowering, fun, and practical guide to menopause and aging, all based on the latest advice from hormone experts, doctors, and nutritionists"
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In open contempt
by Irvin Weathersby
This powerful exploration of America's ongoing confrontation with white supremacy, examining monuments, public spaces and historical landmarks tied to racial trauma, while offering a hopeful reimagining of these spaces to honor true history and promote healing. Illustrations.
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The sun won't come out tomorrow
by Kristen Martin
Critiques the myth of American orphanhood by exploring its historical realities, including the oppressive nature of early orphanages, systemic classism and racism, and her personal experiences, urging a reevaluation of society's approach to child welfare and community care.
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