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The #ownvoices hashtag was created by author Corinne Duyvis to spotlight books about characters with marginalized identities created by authors who share the same marginalized identity (or identities). The character and creator may share a common disability, sexuality, gender identity, race, immigration status, or other identity. We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of representation, as well as provide a starting point for readers seeking stories Read more...
Posted by Alex C. on July 2, 2020
The #ownvoices hashtag was created by author Corinne Duyvis to spotlight books about characters with marginalized identities created by authors who share the same marginalized identity (or identities). The character and creator may share a common disability, sexuality, gender identity, race, immigration status, or other identity. We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of representation, as well as provide a starting point for readers seeking stories Read more...
Posted by Alyssa J. on July 2, 2020
Own Voices: A Reading List for Adults
The #ownvoices hashtag was created by author Corinne Duyvis to spotlight books about characters with marginalized identities created by authors who share the same marginalized identity (or identities). The character and creator may share a common disability, sexuality, gender identity, race, immigration status, or other identity. We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of representation, as well as provide a starting point for readers seeking stories Read more...
Posted by Alex C. on July 2, 2020
Own Voices: A Reading List for Teens
The #ownvoices hashtag was created by author Corinne Duyvis to spotlight books about characters with marginalized identities created by authors who share the same marginalized identity (or identities). The character and creator may share a common disability, sexuality, gender identity, race, immigration status, or other identity. We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of representation, as well as provide a starting point for readers seeking stories Read more...
Posted by Alyssa J. on July 2, 2020
Own Voices: A Reading List for Grade School
The #ownvoices hashtag was created by author Corinne Duyvis to spotlight books about characters with marginalized identities created by authors who share the same marginalized identity (or identities). The character Read more...
Posted by Elizabeth M. on July 2, 2020
Own Voices: A Reading List for Children and Families
The #ownvoices hashtag was created by author Corinne Duyvis to spotlight books about characters with marginalized identities created by authors who share the same marginalized identity (or identities). The character Read more...
Posted by Elizabeth M. on July 2, 2020
Dreamers
Yuyi and her son leave Mexico and travel to the United States. They are welcomed in a language not yet their own and have to learn and discover many new Read more...
Posted by Elizabeth M. on July 2, 2020
Pride Month Books
A short list of books to celebrate Pride Month and the LGBTQIA+ community, everything from Picture Books to YA. And Tango Makes Three Based on the true story of two Read more...
Posted by Alyssa J. on June 30, 2020
These Witches Don’t Burn
Hannah, an Elemental Witch living in modern-day Salem, is worried when dark magic starts to make its appearance in her town. As she senses this is from a revenge-fueled Blood Read more...
Posted by Alyssa J. on June 25, 2020
Barkus
A girl named Nicky and big brown dog named Barkus become fast friends when Nicky’s favorite uncle unexpectedly drops him off at her house. Each of the five short chapters Read more...
Posted by Adrian L. on June 25, 2020
Still Life
During our library closure, I began to explore our digital offerings. One that was easy for me to navigate was Kanopy. So, I selected a film to watch on my Read more...
Posted by Susan O. on June 18, 2020
Race, Racism, and Black Lives: A Fiction Reading List for Adults
Red at The Bone by Jacqueline Woodson An unexpected teenage pregnancy pulls together two families from different social classes, and exposes the private hopes, disappointments, and longings that can bind Read more...
Posted by Book Rex on June 12, 2020
Race, Racism, and Black Lives: A Reading List for Adults
We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of racial justice, especially centering Black lives, voices, and communities.
Posted by Book Rex on June 9, 2020
Race, Racism, and Black Lives: A Reading List for Children & Families
We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of racial justice, especially centering Black lives, voices, and communities.
Posted by Elizabeth M. on June 9, 2020
Race, Racism, and Black Lives: A Reading List for Teens
We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of racial justice, especially centering Black lives, voices, and communities.
Posted by Alyssa J. on June 9, 2020
Resource Guide: Amelia Earhart
Enjoy some of these digital resources on Amelia Earhart to go along with our virtual portrayal by Leslie Goddard!
Posted by Holly H. on June 1, 2020
When Mischief Came to Town
Fans of Pippi Longstocking and Anne of Green Gables will adore the story of 10-year-old Inge Marie Jensen; a spunky, recently orphaned girl who arrives at a dreary Danish island Read more...
Posted by Adrian L. on May 28, 2020