Readers Advisory
Plano Reads: Join Second Tuesday Book Club August 9 to discuss ‘The Loneliest Polar Bear’ by Kale Williams
Second Tuesday Book Club will meet in-person from 7 to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, August 9, in the program room at Schimelpfenig Library, to discuss The Loneliest Polar Bear: A True Story of Survival and Peril on the Edge of a Warming World by journalist Kale Williams. We will observe social distancing, with face coverings […]
Plano Reads: Get Caught Reading!
May is Get Caught Reading Month, and it’s a reminder for all of us that reading can be relaxing and fun. Get a head start on your summer reading with one or more of these exceptional titles! For Adults Book of Night by Holly Black – Charlie Hall has never found a lock she couldn’t […]
Plano Reads: Gardens and Growing
The spring season can be a time for personal growth and change, especially as we venture back out into our yards and gardens. We hope this book list will offer you opportunities to experience reading that is both transformative and new.
Plano Reads: Extraordinary Women
During Women’s History Month, we honor the many important ways in which women have contributed to the history of the United States. Here is a reading list, including both novels and nonfiction, that recognizes the achievements of a number of exceptional women. Enjoy all their stories!
Plano Reads: Love at the Library
Perfect choices for the most romantic month of the year! Be sure to check out our other book lists on the blog for reading inspiration. “Love-ly” Fiction for Adults Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy – Sensual, rebellious Anna falls deeply and passionately in love with the handsome Count Vronsky. When she refuses to conduct the […]
Plano Reads: Chilly January Titles
Mystery, suspense, thrillers, and lots of drama – these winter titles for adults will send chills down your spine!
Plano Reads: Short and Sweet for Busy December!
For December, one of the year’s busiest months, here is a collection of short, pleasant books we recommend. If you have a few extra minutes during this holiday season, try one of these. Links to our catalog and e-library are included.
Plano Reads: National Book Award Winners for 2021 Have Been Announced
The National Book Awards have honored the best writing in America for more than seventy years. Since 1989, the National Book Award Foundation has worked “to celebrate the best literature in America, expand its audience, and ensure that books have a prominent place in American culture.” The Awards currently honors the best Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, […]
Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews
Our storytime experts are bringing you reviews of the latest from our Easy collection (or picture books) as well as some of their favorites used during storytime. We have thousands of picture books at each library, so this is just a small introduction to the collection. See all of our Tried & True and New […]
Plano Reads: Skeletons in our Closets
Do you enjoy a well-crafted thriller? Or perhaps you like something a little creepier? Explore these titles for readers of all ages, during the spookiest month of the year. Can you hear the rattling of all kinds of bones? Continue reading for our recommendations, including links to the item on our catalog and eLibrary.