Tag: What We’re Reading

Are you looking for reading recommendations for kids? We can help! Visit us in person or online to get ideas for great reads for kids. For one-on-one help call or ask a Library staff member at any of our locations. You can also call, text, or email ask-a- librarian!

This collection of book lists created by our staff can assist students with homework, help them find more books by their favorite authors, and aid parents in finding books for the youngest readers, among other things! We add new lists each month so returning readers can continue to find their next read! Find more reading recommendations for kids in our blog or enjoy storytime online.

You can also get reading recommendations online from NoveList K-8 Plus or Book Connections. Read book reviews, see “read alike” lists, browse starred reviews, and more.

Visit the Farmers Market!

It’s Farmers Market season! Enjoy a visit to a market near you and here are some great books to share with your kids to go along with it!

Title - Farmers MarketTitle - FarmersTitle - FarmerTitle - Our Farmers

Cookies for Storytime

Fun cookie stories to read with your littles!

Title - The Cow Loves CookiesTitle - The Duckling Gets A Cookie!?Title - Cookiesaurus RexTitle - The Doorbell Rang

A StoryWalk® Through the Woods at Newfields

Beginning April 19, take a stroll through The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park at Newfields to read Wake Up, Woods by Michael Homoya and Shane Gibson with illustrations by Gillian Harris. The StoryWalk® is a partnership between The Indianapolis Public Library and Newfields. Find this book and more like it below. We hope you’ll visit soon! Learn more about the grand opening event.

Title - Wake Up, WoodsTitle - From Seed to PlantTitle - A Seed GrowsTitle - How to Say Hello to A Worm

Graphic Novels for Kids

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Look at this graphic novel roundup for kids! Read science fiction, history, and romance, you can even find some to read to your pet!

Community Garden Picture Books

The library is flourishing with wonderful picture books about community gardens for kids. You don’t have to have a “green thumb” to thumb through these books! Enjoy!

Title - The Curious GardenTitle - MiguelTitle - The Wild GardenTitle - One Little Lot

Twisters

2025 is the 100th anniversary of the Tri-state tornado that hit southern Indiana, Illinois and Missouri on March 19th, 1925 and the 60th anniversary of the Palm Sunday Tornado outbreak on April 11, 1965. Tornadoes are always a popular subject. Here are some chapter books and a few picture books that tiny storm chasers will enjoy.

Title - Cora and the Terrible TwisterTitle - A Bird Will SoarTitle - I Am the StormTitle - Runaway Twin

Community Gardening For Kids

Spring is the perfect time to get your hands dirty and help your favorite grown-up work in your local neighborhood or community garden! Check out these books about community gardens.

Title - Biscuit and Friends Visit the Community GardenTitle - The GardenTitle - Sadiq and the Community GardenTitle - Saturdays at Harlem Grown

Staff Picks 2024 – Best of Picture Books

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Our staff share some of their favorite picture books from 2024 that they have seen – from beautiful to funny, we hope there is something for you and your littlest readers to enjoy.

Title - The Yellow BusTitle - Treehouse TownTitle - It Bears RepeatingTitle - The Bakery Dragon

Staff Picks 2024 – Best of Fiction for Kids

Some of our favorite new fiction titles published for kids. At the very bottom of the list, enjoy older bonus material: staff were also asked if they read an older title/not published in 2024 that they might also recommend.

Title - FerrisTitle - The Bletchley RiddleTitle - Amari And The Despicable WondersTitle - The Color of Sound

Staff Picks 2024 – Best of Beginning and Early Readers for Kids

Staff sent in some of their favorite 2024 books that fall into our JZ and JE category. JZ are the books for young readers that are beginning to read on their own and typically these books have very controlled vocabulary and still a lot of pictures. (Think Piggie and Elephant; Bob books; Yasmin). JEs are books that introduce a longer narrative and sometimes chapters or vignettes; contain more content; characters that have depth and experiences. (Think Magic Treehouse or Bad Guy series)

Title - Bunny and ClydeTitle - Fox Plays BallTitle - The Adventure and Other StoriesTitle - The Cozy Home

Join Us for Storytime!

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  • Event: Family Storytime at College Ave
  • Date & Time: Wednesday, May 07, 10:30am
  • Location: College Avenue Branch
  • Description: Families with children of all ages are invited to listen to stories, sing songs, and participate in movement activities. Stay after stories are finished for some literacy activities and play time.
  • No Registration Required.
  • Event: Storytime at Irvington – Babies & Toddlers
  • Date & Time: Wednesday, May 07, 10:30am
  • Location: Irvington Branch
  • Description: Babies and toddlers, birth through age 3, with an adult are invited to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and more. It’s a great way to introduce little ones to a lifelong love of reading.
  • No Registration Required.

Are you looking for reading recommendations for teens? We can help! Visit us in person or online to get great ideas for your next great read. For one-on-one help call or ask a Library staff member at any of our locations. You can also call, text, or email ask-a- librarian! Here are some more ideas to help you find what to read next.

  • Follow our staff’s most recently published book lists on the library catalog home page.
  • Don’t miss our If You Like… suggestions that cover all the favorite genres like science fiction, graphic novels, romance, and more.
  • Join us Sunday nights at 8:30 p.m. on Facebook for Currently Reading where book enthusiasts offer their suggestions.
  • Catch book recommendations and IndyPL program highlights from your own local librarians once a month on the Indy Now Morning Show with Ryan and Jillian on Fox59. The show airs at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Browse our past appearances.
  • You can also get reading recommendations online from NovelList or Book Connections. Read book reviews, see “read alike” lists, browse starred reviews, and more.

Make a selection from one of the book lists below created by our staff of avid readers whose reading experiences and tastes cover about any interest you can think of!

Time Travel // Prehistoric Times Edition

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to come face to face with a dinosaur? Maybe your excitement would change depending on the dinosaur! These titles feature characters traveling to prehistoric eras — to a time before written historical records, anywhere from 2.5 million years ago to around 5,600 years ago. On the flip side, some of these titles feature creatures being transported from their distant time period to modern day, with many a shenanigan or two to be had.

Title - WeTitle - The Magic School Bus in the Time of the DinosaursTitle - Dinosaurs Before DarkTitle - The Dinosaur That Pooped the Past

Star Wars and Star Wars Adjacent Books for Teens!

May the fourth (the unofficial holiday celebrating the Star Wars movie franchise) is right around the corner and to celebrate we have curated a list of Star Wars and Star Wars adjacent books just for you! We hope you enjoy these books and may the force be with you.

Title - QueenTitle - AetherboundTitle - Star Wars AhsokaTitle - Star Wars

Teen Snow White Retellings

New perspectives on familiar princess stories are always fun reads! Maybe the princess is actually from space or maybe the evil queen is actually the main character – there’s endless possibilities. Celebrate the release of Disney’s live-action Snow White with these literary retellings of the classic Grimm Brothers tale.

Title - WinterTitle - Girls Made of Snow and GlassTitle - FairestTitle - Forest of A Thousand Lanterns

Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Editions

The hardcover Fullmetal Editions, include 5-7 chapters each instead of the 3-5 the original volumes did, causing there to be 18 volumes of the Fullmetal Editions compared to the original 27 volumes.

Title - Fullmetal AlchemistTitle - Fullmetal AlchemistTitle - Fullmetal AlchemistTitle - Fullmetal Alchemist

2024 in Fifteen Teen and Children’s Titles

Here are my top reads for 2024 that are in the Young Adult and Children’s collections at IndyPL. You’ll find spooky schools, polluted worlds, and bakeries full of light. Stories of being torn between two worlds, finding yourself amidst great change, and making your own way home. I hope you find something new to love.

Title - The Bakery DragonTitle - DeephavenTitle - Tales From Outer SuburbiaTitle - Drawn Onward

Blushes and Butterflies

Experience heart-wrenching crushes, first loves, the drama of adolescent friendships, and plenty of innocent fluff with these romance and friendship focused manga, set in high school, for teens.

Title - Waiting for SpringTitle - The Guy She Was Interested in WasnTitle - My Love Mix-up!Title - A Condition Called Love

Staff Picks 2024- Best of Teen

Enjoy this list of our favorite YA reads of 2024, which spans genres. Enjoy dark academia, fake dating, poetry, comic adventures, subverted fantasy tropes, heists, D&D, and more!

Don’t forget that this year, we’ve included our favorite selections from the back catalog, in the hopes you can get your hands on a book you’ll love right now.

Title - Where Sleeping Girls LieTitle - Hockey Girl Loves Drama BoyTitle - Dear WendyTitle - The Unboxing of A Black Girl

A Bit of Funny With Your Fantasy – Youg Adult Picks

Whether it’s dark humor, whimsy, sarcasm, or banter, these young adult fantasy picks have a sense of humor.

Title - The Perfect Guy DoesnTitle - My Lady JaneTitle - ScoutTitle - So This Is Ever After

Teen Books Featuring Podcasts

Podcasts keep getting more popular! According to statistics by Infinite Dial, almost half of Americans 12 and older have listened to a podcast in the last month. From True Crime to Politics to Entertainment to History, almost any topic is fair game for podcasting. It’s only natural that this popularity would affect the world of books too! These teen books feature podcasts. The main character is the podcaster or a podcast is produced by someone else and affects the main character in some crucial way.

Title - A Long Stretch of Bad DaysTitle - How to Find A Missing GirlTitle - We Can Be HeroesTitle - I Hope You

Teen Fiction without Romance

Sometimes I find myself just wanting to read some dramatic, adventurous teen fiction… without the characters trying to get all in each other’s business all the time. Here are some titles for if you can relate to that sentiment.

Title - Cold the Night, Fast the WolvesTitle - A Thousand Steps Into NightTitle - This Savage SongTitle - Vespertine

100 Books Before Graduation

Read 100 books before graduating from high school and receive prizes as you work toward your goal. Prizes will be awarded after reading 10, 25, 50, 75 and 100 books! Most importantly, students will expand their mind, vocabulary, critical thinking, and test scores! This program is for students in grades 7-12. Learn more about 100 Books Before Graduation and register.

Dungeon and Dragons Stories

This list is a look at some stories of dungeon divers, dungeon clubs, dungeon trainers and dungeons in general. Enjoy! See our full listing of Dugneon and Dragon upcoming programs.

Title - No Humans Allowed!Title - Warriors & WeaponsTitle - Lost in the Mushroom MazeTitle - The Dungeoneers

Are you looking for your next great read? We can help! Visit us in person, explore reading recommendations online, join an in-person or online book discussion, get recommendations on Facebook, tune in to our televised book club segments, and more. Get started here!

Sunday Nights on Facebook
Join us on Sunday nights at 8:30pm on Facebook for Currently Reading. Enjoy this hour during which book enthusiasts share favorite books and offer suggestion about what to read next. Find out about the books that have everyone talking.

Indy Now Book Club
Catch book recommendations and IndyPL program highlights from your own local librarians once a month on the Indy Now Morning Show with Ryan and Jillian on Fox59. The show airs at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Browse our past appearances.

In-Person & Online Book Discussions
Do you love talking about books? Join one of our book discussions or book clubs available both in-person and online.

Online Reading Recommendations
NovelList and NovelList K-8 are online services that offer reading recommendations. Browse both fiction and nonfiction, read-alike suggestions, series information, reviews, and lists of recommended and award-winning books for adults, teens and kids. Learn how to start on this video tutorial. Also try Book Connections which includes a “find the right book for you” feature.

Would you prefer one-on-one help? Call or ask a Library staff member at any of our locations or call, text, or email ask-a- librarian.

Make a selection from one of the book lists below created by our staff of avid readers. You can also follow our staff’s most recently published lists on the library catalog home page. Don’t miss our If You Like… suggestions that cover all the favorite genres like science fiction, graphic novels, romance, and more. Finally, don’t miss What We’re Reading Teens and What We’re Reading Kids.

For Fresh Flower Fans🌻

We’re coming into the best time of year – local flower season! Whether you grow, forage, or purchase your stems, find a little inspiration for making the most of those beautiful blooms. 🌸

Title - Field, Flower, VaseTitle - On FlowersTitle - Floral EvolutionTitle - Jane Packer

Start Your Engines: Science Fiction Races

The greatest spectacle in reading is what you make it! Get excited for the Indy 500 with these titles, as summer races towards us. Dive into a different world or aparate to another dimension, as these science fiction books have an emphasis on fantasy and or time travel. Join in the fun with characters that are on the run, on a time crunch, or both!

Title - The Maze RunnerTitle - ObsidianTitle - The Butcher of the ForestTitle - Monsters Born and Made

Spine-Chilling Horror Books by Jewish American Authors: Where Myth, Memory, and Monsters Collide

Jewish horror is more than just ghosts and gore—it’s a genre that explores identity, history, and the uncanny through a uniquely Jewish lens. From dybbuks to demons, these books weave terror with tradition, offering chilling tales that linger long after the last page.

Title - The Tel Aviv DossierTitle - The City BeautifulTitle - The OrchardTitle - The Memory Monster

Finding Books by Asian American & Pacific Islander Authors

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Here are five tips to help you find books written by Asian American and Pacific Islander authors, including a convenient list of authors linked directly to our catalog for placing requests or checking out e-books or downloadable audiobooks.

Many Ways to Garden!

With spring just around the corner this is a WONDERFUL time to turn your attention to helping plants grow!

Title - Grow Great Vegetables in IndianaTitle - How to Become A GardenerTitle - The Sprout BookTitle - The Raised Bed Book

Echoes of Vietnam: Fictional Journeys Through War, Memory, and Identity

Stories That Capture the Heart and Haunt the Mind
Vietnam has been the backdrop for some of the most powerful and evocative fiction ever written. Whether exploring the war’s brutal realities, the lingering effects on survivors, or the country’s rich cultural tapestry, these books offer gripping narratives that transport readers into the heart of Vietnam’s past and present.

Title - The Things They CarriedTitle - MatterhornTitle - The SympathizerTitle - Going After Cacciato

If you liked…the Murderbot Diaries Series

…and are excited for the Apple TV show – here are some titles with similar themes or plots while you wait!

Title - A Psalm for the Wild-builtTitle - CrossoverTitle - The Prey of GodsTitle - The All-consuming World

AAPI Horror Novels

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander month! This list includes horror novels written by AAPI authors, including a couple of teen books with crossover appeal to adult readers.

Title - The Eyes Are the Best PartTitle - The Salt Grows HeavyTitle - The Ghost BrideTitle - Natural Beauty

If you don’t think it could happen here,

well, it’s happened before, and it’s happening now.

Title - One Long NightTitle - The Order of TerrorTitle - Concentration CampsTitle - The Rise and Fall of America

Native Plants for your HOA yard

Native flowers and permaculture gardening in your HOA neighborhood?! Yes, you can…with the help of these resources!

Title - A Northern GardenerTitle - Saving Nature One Yard at A TimeTitle - The Nature of OaksTitle - Japanese Style Companion Planting

Non-Fiction Books for New Parents

Here are some of the latest and greatest as well as tried and true books that may help you through both the expected and unforeseen joys and challenges of parenting!

Title - Caring for your Baby and Young ChildTitle - The Simplest Baby Book in the WorldTitle - Bite-sized Parenting: your BabyTitle - The Book You Wish your Parents Had Read

Understanding Papal History

The history of the Vatican and the office of the Pope is complex and can be difficult to understand. This history spans nearly two millennia and over 250 popes; is deeply embedded with the history of Rome, art, and science; and reflects the culture around it. If you’re interested in learning more about papal history, the library has a wide range of books to meet your needs. Some cover the entire span of papal history while others focus on individuals or micro-moments.

Title - Popes and the PapacyTitle - Absolute MonarchsTitle - Keepers of the Keys of HeavenTitle - The Oxford Dictionary of Popes

Indy Now Book Club

Catch book recommendations and IndyPL program highlights from your own local librarians once a month on the Indy Now Morning Show with Ryan and Jillian on Fox59. The show airs at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Enjoy the most recent segment or browse the listing of past shows that highlight a variety of reading suggestions.

Current Segment

February 12
Meet the Artists
(Jacquelyn Green)

2025

January 15
East 38th Street Branch Zine Collection
(Joanna Conrad  and Bambi Pea)

Indy Now Book Club Archive

2024

December 18
2024 Staff Picks
(Taylor VanTryon and Emily Cain)

December 4
Holiday Workshops & Activities
(Jill Edwards)

November 20
Fostering Literacy with the World Languages Collection
(Olanike Olaniyi and Keshia McEntire)

November 6
Fall Fest
(Bryanna Barnes)

October 23
Crafting at the Library
(Kelsey Abernathy)

October 9
Meet an Author, Be an Author
(Jill Edwards)

September 11
Fall Programs for Teens
(Kirsten Weaver)

August 27
Small Business Series
(Rachel Wood, Ryan Donnelly)

August 13
Homeschool Resources
(Devery North)

July 31
Legal Resources
(Ryan Donnelly)

July 3
Quick Reads Collection
(Deb Lambert)

June 5
Juneteenth Bookfest
(Bryanna Barnes)

May 8
Meet Your Neighbor Programming Series and Travel-themed Books
(Keshia McEntire)

April 24
Dia del Niño Be My Neighbor Day
(Jessica Neeb-Smith)

March 27
Patent and Trademark Resources
(Ryan Donnelly)

March 13
Books About Self-love and the Center for Black Literature & Culture Programs (Bryanna Barnes)

February 28
Joyful Books by Black Authors
(Keshia McEntire and Alton Parks)

February 14
Meet The Artists
(Jaquelyn Green)

January 17
Book Clubs
(Kris Gould, Keshia McEntire)

January 3
Books to Support New Years Resolutions
(Rachel Wood)

2023

December 20
Graphic Novels and Arts Programs (Kelsey Abernathy)

December 7
Encyclopedia of Indianapolis
(Natasha Hollenbach and Jyoti Verderame)

November 8
Fall Fest
(Jacquelyn Green)

October 25
Books for Chess Players
(Jordan Hunt, Charlie Cain)

September 27
Indy Cinema Series
(Jason Davis)

August 30
Small Business Series
(Alexandra Loewen)

August 16
Digital Creativity Work Stations
(Dawn Hawkins and Stephanie Flood)

August 2
Disability Representation
(Keshia McEntire)

July 5
Foraging Outside
(Anika Williams)

June 21
More Than a Place Podcast
(Sakura Fuqua)

June 7
Summer Reading Program
(Emily Thomas)

April 10
Books About Building Community and the New Glendale Branch
(Amy Buell)

April 12
Sci-Fi Books
(Kirsten Weaver)
Featured Books: Sci-Fi Books

March 29
Dia del Nino
(Emily Thomas)
Featured Books: Dia del Nino

March 15
Making a Positive Difference in the Community
(Leah Kim)
Featured Books: Books for Hoosiers Hoping to Make a Difference

February 15
Romance Novels for Valentines Day
(Kirsten Weaver)
Featured Books: Romance Novels for Valentines Day

February 15
Romance Novels for Valentines Day
(Kirsten Weaver)
Featured Books: Romance Novels for Valentines Day

February 1
Meet the Artists
(Kimberly Brown)

January 18
Biographies and Memoirs
(Liz Schoettle)
Featured Books: Biographies & Memoirs

January 4
Computer and Technology Classes and Resources
(Marianne Mackenzie & Charlie Cain)
Featured Books: Digital Skills for the New Year

2022

December 21
Holiday Book Recommendations for Families (Devery North)
Devery’s segment starts at 22:20.
Featured Books: Celebrate the Holidays Through Books

December 7
Fall Fest & Slammin’ Rhymes Challenge XVI (Kim Ewers)
Featured Books: Fall Fest & Slammin’ Rhymes

October 27
Center for Black Literature & Culture 5th Anniversary (Amira Malcom)
Featured Books: CBLC’s Fifth Anniversary

October 20
Book Recommendations (Rachel Wood)

September 28
Introduction to Kadir Nelson (Shael Weidenbach)
Featured Books: Kadir Nelson

August 31
Let’s Get Down to Business (Alexandra Loewen)
Featured Books: Books About Business

August 17
Book Clubs Available at the Indianapolis Public Library (Sakura Fuqua) We offer a variety of in-person and online book discussions for adults, teens & kids.
Learn more!

August 3
Good Reads About Money (Rachel Nevada Wood)
Featured Books: Good Reads About Money

July 20 Books with Indiana Ties (Shelby Graam-Pavan)
Featured Books: Books with Indiana Ties

July 6 Pick Up a New Hobby (Chris Hogsett)
Featured Books: Pick Up a New Hobby

June 22 Summer Love Reading Recommendations (Keshia McEntire)
Featured Books: Summer Romance

June 8 Summer Reads: Pride Month (Liz Schoettle)
Featured Books: Pride Reads

May 25
Adult Summer Reading Sports Reads (Rachel Wood)
Featured Books: Sports Reads

May 1
Adult Summer Reading Program (Leah Kim)
Featured Books: Books for Busy People

April 27
Graphic Novels (Chris Hogsett)
Featured Books: Graphic Novels for Kids

April 13
Spring Reads: Dystopian Fiction (Kirsten Weaver)
Featured Books: Dystopian Reads

March 31
Local Black Authors (Keshia McEntire)
Featured Books: Local Black Authors

March 16
Music Related (Rachel Wood)
Featured Books: Music-Related Reads

March 2
True Crime (Shelby Graam)
Featured Books: True Crime and Thrillers

February 16
Love Stories for February (Kirsten Weaver)
Featured Books: YA Love Stories

February 2
Book Club Kick Off (Rachel Wood)
Featured Books: Books by Black Authors

Find a book discussion near you!

  • Event: Virtual Author Talk: How to Use Anxiety to Thrive
  • Date & Time: Wednesday, May 07, 2:00pm
  • Location: Online
  • Description: In this enlightening online webinar, you will learn how to use anxiety to become more self-accepting, connected to others, and resilient. Join us for an empowering conversation featuring constructive, compassionate, and evidence-based strategies from Dr. David H. Rosmarin.
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  • Event: Adult Book Discussion at West Indianapolis
  • Date & Time: Monday, May 12, 5:00pm
  • Location: West Indianapolis Branch
  • Description: We will be discussing “Blind Ambition” by Ever Lee Hairston. The author herself will be speaking at our meeting! Copies of this month’s book can be picked up from the West Indianapolis Branch. Adults are invited to this free monthly book discussion program.
  • No Registration Required.

Join our virtual author talks to enjoy conversation with the authors behind your favorite books from the comfort of home. What questions have you always wanted to ask? Submit your questions online. We will also take questions during the event and will cover as many questions as time allows! Browse our archive of past virtual author talks for even more insightful discussions. 

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  • Event: Virtual Author Talk: How to Use Anxiety to Thrive
  • Date & Time: Wednesday, May 07, 2:00pm
  • Location: Online
  • Description: In this enlightening online webinar, you will learn how to use anxiety to become more self-accepting, connected to others, and resilient. Join us for an empowering conversation featuring constructive, compassionate, and evidence-based strategies from Dr. David H. Rosmarin.
  • Register Here
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  • Event: Virtual Author Talk: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us
  • Date & Time: Wednesday, May 21, 2:00pm
  • Location: Online
  • Description: You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy. This book takes an expansive look at Judy Blume’s life, work, and cultural impact, focusing on her most iconic—and controversial—young adult novels.
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  • Event: Virtual Author Talk: Extinctopedia
  • Date & Time: Wednesday, June 04, 2:00pm
  • Location: Online
  • Description: You’re invited to grab your family and friends and join us as Smithsonian scientists highlight information found in the Smithsonian’s book, “Extinctopedia: Discover what we have lost, what is at risk, and how we can preserve the diversity of our fragile planet.”
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  • Event: Virtual Author Talk: Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns
  • Date & Time: Tuesday, June 10, 2:00pm
  • Location: Online
  • Description: You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title “Don’t Let Him In” (Out June 24, 2025!). Along with an introduction to her newest bone-chilling thriller, Jewell will chat about her life as a writer.
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  • Event: Virtual Author Talk: Living the Otter Life
  • Date & Time: Tuesday, June 24, 4:00pm
  • Location: Online
  • Description: Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, “Odder”.
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  • Event: Virtual Author Talk: Discerning the Truth
  • Date & Time: Thursday, July 17, 4:00pm
  • Location: Online
  • Description: Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets. Explore the depths of deceit, battle for power, and the lengths characters will go to unmask the Truth.
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Are you looking for your next great read?

We can help! Visit us in-person, explore reading recommendations online, join an in-person or online book discussion, get recommendations on Facebook, tune in to our televised book club segments, and more. Get started here!

Sunday Nights on Facebook

Join us on Sunday nights at 8:30pm on Facebook for Currently Reading. Enjoy this hour during which book enthusiasts share favorite books and offer suggestion about what to read next. Find out about the books that have everyone talkin

Wednesday Mornings – Indy Now Book Club

Catch book recommendations and IndyPL program highlights from your own local librarians once a month on the Indy Now Morning Show with Ryan and Jillian on Fox59. The show airs at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Browse our past appearances.

In-Person & Online Book Discussions

Do you love talking about books? Join one of our book discussions or book clubs available both in-person and online

Online Reading Recommendations

NovelList and NovelList K-8 are online services that offer reading recommendations. Browse both fiction and nonfiction, read-alike suggestions, series information, reviews, and lists of recommended and award-winning books for adults, teens and kids. Learn how to start on this video tutorial. Also try Book Connections which includes a “find the right book for you” feature.

Would you prefer one-on-one help? Call or ask a Library staff member at any of our locations or call, text, or email ask-a- librarian.