Staff Picks

STAFF PICKS

Celebrating Tim Curry

Honor the life of beloved character and voice actor Tim Curry by watching some of his best work.

It's Minnesota State Fair Season!

Blue ribbons, butter sculptures, and everything on a stick - explore our favorite reads inspired by the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Autumnal Comfort Movies

Films that exude fall comfort and autumnal transformation to ring in the season!

"I know who I am and I don't try to be anybody else."

Once you've tumbled out of bed and stumbled to the kitchen, grab one of these books by or about Dolly Parton. 🦋

Remembering Dolly Parton: Stage & Screen

Dolly Parton grew up in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and went on to become one of the most iconic stars of stage and screen.

International Cat Day!

August 8th is International Cat Day! Curl up with these cat themed reads.

Read These Books While You Wait for Yesteryear

From influencer satires and tradwife thrillers to nonfiction about social media, these books will make the wait for Yesteryear pass quickly.

Back to School: 12 Books Starring Teachers

Teachers are people, too! This back-to-school season, try putting yourself in their shoes with these 12 novels.

Role-Playing Game Starter Pack

Take on the role of a fantasy nation's hero, a space-saga commander, and more with these role-playing video game titles across consoles!

Cozy Gaming Starter Pack

This collection of games are filled with cute creatures, beautiful scenery, and little to no conflict for calming and cozy gameplay.

Disability Representation in Film

Celebrate Disability Pride Month with these movies featuring characters with physical, emotional, psychiatric, and sensory disabilities.

250 Years of the USA

Get to know American history with these nonfiction titles in honor of the country's 250th birthday.

American Foodways

Try new recipes and learn more about the history of American food with these cookbooks and foodie titles!

Ice Cream Flavors & Book Pairings

National Ice Cream Day is July 19th, so we’ve paired some books with some delicious flavors! Grab a spoon and dig into these reads.

National Friendship Day

National Friendship day is June 8th. These picks center around adult friendship and the importance of found family.

World Cup Watches

Watch these soccer flicks to get ready for the 2026 FIFA World Cup!

The "L" Word

Happy Pride Month! These picks explore the diversity of the lesbian identity and celebrate sapphic love.

Queer and Trans Filmmakers

Take a look behind the camera at some awesome flicks made by LGBTQ+ writers, directors, and producers.

Middle Grade Books for Hispanic Heritage Month

From exploring Colombian folklore to coming-of-age tales, these graphic novels and chapter books feature Hispanic main characters.

Picture Books for Hispanic Heritage Month

From Frida Kahlo's pets to Cuban folktales, these titles for young readers celebrate Hispanic heritage.

Meditation and Mindfulness Reads for Kids

From meditation and yoga to crafts and nature walks, these books can give children the mindfulness tools they may need!

Mental Health Awareness Month for Kids

Some of our favorite Middle Grade and J Non-fiction picks that address mental health and wellness.

YA Autism Acceptance Month Reads

This April, check out these YA titles. Whether you're neurodivergent or just want to learn more about the autistic experience, start here!

History of Protest Movements for Young Adults

From Indigenous resistance to Pride, these Young Adult nonfiction titles chronicle various protest movements.

Digital Literacy for Young Adults

This list features nonfiction titles for young adults that can help build a foundation of digital literacy.

YA Nonfiction for Women's History Month

March is Women's History Month. Enjoy these related young adult nonfiction reads.