STAFF PICKS
Contemporary Korean American Authors
Jan. 13th is Korean American Day. Celebrate with 20 Korean American authors who explore the Korean diaspora through fiction and memoir.
Existing in Permacrisis
Taking care of yourself during an ongoing state of uncertainty and worry.
"Knot" Just Knitting
Feeling uninspired by your half-finished knitting and crochet projects? This National Hobby Month, consider trying out a new fiber art!
Sequels to Get Excited About in 2026
2026 has some major movie sequels on the way! Get ready by re-watching the movies that came before.
Young Adult Books by Latine Authors
In honor of RCL's Winter Book Bingo square, please see this selection of young adult (YA) books written by Latine authors.
Written by Arab Authors
In honor of RCL's Winter Book Bingo square, please see this selection of books written by Arab authors.
Adult Fiction Banned Books
In honor of RCL's Winter Book Bingo square, please see this selection of adult banned and challenged books.
LGBTQIA+ Romances
In honor of RCL's Winter Book Bingo square, please see this selection of adult fiction recommendations for LGBTQIA+ romance novels.
Disability Representation in Fiction
In honor of RCL's Winter Book Bingo square, please see this selection of adult fiction books with disability representation.
Black and Indigenous Characters in a Winter Setting
These selections fulfill the Book Bingo prompt "Read a book set in winter with a Black and/or Indigenous character."
Anti-racist Book Club 2024 - 2025
In honor of Ramsey County Library's Anti-racist Book Club 2nd anniversary, these are book selections the group read for the past two years.
Black History Across the World
In honor of RCL's Winter Book Bingo square, please see this selection of history books written by Black authors across the diaspora.
Goodreads Choice Awards - Science Fiction
National Science Fiction Day is January 2! Celebrate by reading one of Goodreads users' favorite science fiction books of 2025.
At the Whim of the Gods
Blatantly or subtly, the course of humanity is being guided by higher powers in these fantasy novels.
Library Shelfie Day
Judging a book by its cover has never been this fun. Celebrate Library Shelfie Day by taking home a book that catches your eye!
Families More Dysfunctional Than Yours
Here's a collection of gloriously messy stories to make you appreciate your own family drama. Dysfunction never read so good.
Holiday Eats & Treats
Whether you're in charge of a side dish or planning the entire feast, these cookbooks have the perfect recipes for your holiday gathering.
Shelf Indulgence: Our Favorite Reads from 2025
We read them, we loved them! Check out some favorites from the year from your Roseville Library staff.
Cozy Across Genres
You've heard of cozy fantasy and cozy mystery, but how about cozy spy novels? This winter, curl up with these 20 titles across 20 genres.
Children's Authors and Illustrators Week 2026
Celebrate Children's Authors and Illustrators Week by reading a book by a Minnesota author or illustrator!
Top 20 Picture Books of 2025
Take a look at the top 20 Easy Fiction picture books checked out this year at Ramsey County Library!
An Evening of Children's Literature with Kao Kalia Yang
Award-winning local author, Kao Kalia Yang, is presenting her work, featuring other local artists and musicians, at the Ordway.
Top 20 J Graphic Novels of 2025
Take a look at the top 20 Juvenile Graphic Novels checked out this year at Ramsey County Library!
Children's Authors and Illustrators Week 2026
Celebrate Children's Authors and Illustrators Week by reading a book by a Minnesota author or illustrator!
Top 20 Picture Books of 2025
Take a look at the top 20 Easy Fiction picture books checked out this year at Ramsey County Library!
An Evening of Children's Literature with Kao Kalia Yang
Award-winning local author, Kao Kalia Yang, is presenting her work, featuring other local artists and musicians, at the Ordway.
Top 20 J Graphic Novels of 2025
Take a look at the top 20 Juvenile Graphic Novels checked out this year at Ramsey County Library!
New Young Adult Novels by Black Authors
Explore some great recently published Young Adult novels written by Black authors.
Young Adult Reads about the Immigrant and Refugee Experience
Here are 21 Young Adult fiction and nonfiction books and graphic novels related to immigration, immigrants, refugees, and migration.
Top 20 YA Mysteries of 2025
The year is coming to a close, so let's take a sneak peek in the rearview mirror to see which mystery books really made readers go "Wow!"
Top 20 YA Fiction of 2025
The year is coming to a close so let's take a sneak peek in the rearview mirror to see which books really made young adult readers go "Wow!"
New Young Adult Novels by Black Authors
Explore some great recently published Young Adult novels written by Black authors.
Young Adult Reads about the Immigrant and Refugee Experience
Here are 21 Young Adult fiction and nonfiction books and graphic novels related to immigration, immigrants, refugees, and migration.
Top 20 YA Mysteries of 2025
The year is coming to a close, so let's take a sneak peek in the rearview mirror to see which mystery books really made readers go "Wow!"
Top 20 YA Fiction of 2025
The year is coming to a close so let's take a sneak peek in the rearview mirror to see which books really made young adult readers go "Wow!"