Plano Reads
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. Reviews in this post are brought to you by […]
Cook the Book: Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Favorites
For those of you with busy schedules, or who just wish cooking didn’t take quite so long, we’re diving into some fantastic slow-cooker and Instant Pot recipes in this month’s Cook the Book! This month, we’re highlighting Instant Pots and slow-cookers. For when you need a quick and simple, “set it and forget it” meal, […]
What Are You Reading Now? Episode 35
Check out what our WAYRN book club attendees are reading this month. What Are You Reading Now? is a monthly book club that focuses on talking about whatever book you are currently reading. The book club meets in-person at Haggard Library and via Zoom, for a hybrid experience. If you want to join on Zoom, Register here. […]
Plano Reads: The Turn of the Key
Read our review of The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware, a Mystery Book Club pick for October. You can join us to discuss The Turn of the Key on October 21 at 7 p.m. at Haggard Library in the Genealogy Program Room or you can attend through Zoom! If you would like to […]
Plano Reads: Fall Books for Teens
Celebrate a new season by falling into a good book. As temperatures drop and leaves change color, cozy up with these cool-weather reads set in and highlighting autumn. Below is just a small sampling of books for teens that celebrate fall, for more recommendations check out all our Fall Reads recommendation lists for junior books, […]
Plano Reads: Second Tuesday Book Club Meets at Schimelpfenig Library on October 12 for ‘Deacon King Kong’
Second Tuesday Book Club will meet in-person from 7 to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, October 12, in the program room at Schimelpfenig Library. This will be our second in-person meeting of the fall, and we will observe careful social distancing, with face coverings recommended. Please email Cathe Spencer at cathes@plano.gov if you have questions or […]
Grab a Graphic Novel: Spooky Stories
We’re highlighting our graphic novel collection by exploring tried-and-true cartoon classics, as well as fresh-off-the-press new releases. Pick up a graphic novel today! Our Grab a Graphic Novel blog series presents our latest reads from the aforementioned collection. Available at all five libraries, the collection encompasses comics, manga and, of course, graphic novels — anything that uses […]
Plano Reads: Fall Books for Young Readers
Fall is finally here! Are you ready to fall into a new favorite book? Check out this book list for some of our favorite stories for children about fall festivals, mysteries and other adventures from our junior fiction collection. Whether you’re looking for a book for your child to read independently or a cozy read-aloud to […]
Plano Reads: Selfie Book Talk, Episode #20
Your Plano Public Library staff are virtually recommending their favorite reads. Continuing reading for a list of these titles, with additional read-alikes you can check out.
Plano Reads: Fall Books for Children
Fall is finally here! Are you ready to fall into a new favorite book? Check out this book list for some of our favorite stories for young readers about autumn colors, weather and traditions. Whether you’re looking for a sturdy board book for baby, a picture book to read together or a simple title just […]