Adult Programs and Resources

Biography and Memoir

Walk a mile in someone else's shoes--immerse yourself in the lives of the famous, the infamous, and the ever intriguing. Monthly.

Black Fiction & Nonfiction

Black fiction is a diverse and multi-faceted genre that spans several centuries in the United States. Beginning with William Wells Brown who is credited with being the first African American to publish a novel, Black fiction has grown to include historical fiction, mysteries, romance, science fiction, and urban fiction. Black nonfiction includes memoirs and biographies as well as history, religion, literature, and technology. Monthly newsletter.

Book Club in a Bag

New books for your book club! Reserve a bag of 15 books, along with a leader's guide and discussion questions, for the date of your group meeting.

Books for Kids and Tweens

Find out what’s new and cool! We’ll suggest fun, fascinating fiction (plus great nonfiction, too) monthly for kids and tweens elementary through middle school!

Children's TumbleBooks

Christian Fiction

Like a little faith with your fiction? These titles, representing a range of genres from historical fiction to romance to suspense, will hit the spot. Bi-monthly.

Cultural Calendar Book Recommendations

Fantasy and Science Fiction

Whether fueled by magic or advanced technology, imagination is the engine of speculative fiction. This newsletter brings you the best of fantasy, science fiction, and everything in between. Monthly.

Fiction A to Z

Take a walk through the aisles of our general fiction section and discover a range of fascinating characters to engage and enlighten. Monthly.

Historical Fiction

Do you prefer novels with period detail? Become part of history, without having to slop through the mud or face the guillotine yourself. Monthly.

History and Current Events

For those that like their history in-the-can, or not yet made, this list delivers the world. Monthly.

Homeschooling Resources

LibraryReads

A monthly list featuring the top ten books loved by librarians across the U.S.

Mystery

Love being drawn into a puzzle? These titles will take you to the scene of the crime, and provide you with a steady stream of who-dun-its for your solving delight. Monthly.

Nature and Science

No equation, test tube, snowflake, or leaf is left unturned! Explore the wonder of our world with books that will capture your 'natural' curiosity. Bi-Monthly.

NC Kids Digital Library eBooks

New York Times Fiction Bestsellers

An up-to-date list of the New York Times Fiction Bestsellers. Weekly.

New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers

An up-to-date list of the New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers. Weekly.

News @ NHCPL

Weekly top news and events for adults and families @ NHCPL.

NHC Public School Parents Quarterly

Information for New Hanover County Public School parents from the library

Page to Screen

Is the book better? Decide for yourself with this list of books that inspired recent or upcoming movies and TV shows. Bi-monthly.

Picture Books

Looking for great picture books to share with the children in your life? You'll find books here that are sure to captivate the imaginations of kids ages 0-8. Monthly.

Romance

Flirt with various romances, new and old. Whether you like your lovin' with ghosts, spies or knights in shining armor, this list will deliver, sealed with a kiss. Monthly.

Spirituality and Religion

Looking inward, outward or upward? All manner of devotional and spiritual books will be part of this list, to inform, enlighten and engage. Bi-monthly.

Summer Reading

Recommended Summer Reads

Teen Book Reviews

Submissions from NHCPL Teen Readers, for the Teen Book Reviews page.

Thrillers and Suspense

Footsteps behind you. Conspiracy theories. Puddles of blood. Sound like a good day to you? This list has goosebumps to spare. Monthly.