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Calling all bookworms. These fiction and non-fiction books shine a spotlight on libraries and librarians.

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The Bad-ass Librarians of Timbuktu

The Bad-ass Librarians of Timbuktu

And Their Race to Save the World's Most Precious Manuscripts

by Hammer, Joshua

Book - 2016

The true story of a mild-mannered archivist and historian who became an expert smugglers. Artfully sneaking over 350,000 manuscripts out of Timbuktu in th...Show more The true story of a mild-mannered archivist and historian who became an expert smugglers. Artfully sneaking over 350,000 manuscripts out of Timbuktu in the face of the 2012 takeover of Al-Queda militants. A small but important piece of history packed with tons of adventure. Show less

The true story of a mild-mannered archivist and historian who became an expert smugglers. Artfully sneaking over 350,000 manuscripts out of Timbuktu in th...Show more The true story of a mild-mannered archivist and historian who became an expert smugglers. Artfully sneaking over 350,000 manuscripts out of Timbuktu in the face of the 2012 takeover of Al-Queda militants. A small but important piece of history packed with tons of adventure. Show less

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The Midnight Library

The Midnight Library

by Haig, Matt

Book - 2020

Beyond the edge of the universe lies a library that contains an infinite number of books, each one telling the story of another reality. One of these book...Show more Beyond the edge of the universe lies a library that contains an infinite number of books, each one telling the story of another reality. One of these books contains the story of your life and the others maps out how your life could have looked if you made a different choice. Nora finds herself facing multiple decisions as she travels through the Midnight Library and contemplates what makes her life worth living. Show less

Beyond the edge of the universe lies a library that contains an infinite number of books, each one telling the story of another reality. One of these book...Show more Beyond the edge of the universe lies a library that contains an infinite number of books, each one telling the story of another reality. One of these books contains the story of your life and the others maps out how your life could have looked if you made a different choice. Nora finds herself facing multiple decisions as she travels through the Midnight Library and contemplates what makes her life worth living. Show less

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The Paris Library

The Paris Library

by Skeslien Charles, Janet

Preloaded Audiobook - 2021

Based on a true story, a lonely teenager from the 1980's meets an elderly neighbour who tells her the story of how she became a librarian at the American Library in Paris. Later, when the Nazis arrived, the neighbour joined the Resistance. Based on a true story, a lonely teenager from the 1980's meets an elderly neighbour who tells her the story of how she became a librarian at the American Library in Paris. Later, when the Nazis arrived, the neighbour joined the Resistance. Show less

Based on a true story, a lonely teenager from the 1980's meets an elderly neighbour who tells her the story of how she became a librarian at the American Library in Paris. Later, when the Nazis arrived, the neighbour joined the Resistance. Based on a true story, a lonely teenager from the 1980's meets an elderly neighbour who tells her the story of how she became a librarian at the American Library in Paris. Later, when the Nazis arrived, the neighbour joined the Resistance. Show less

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The Woman in the Library

The Woman in the Library

by Gentill, Sulari

eBook - 2022

Freddie is at the Boston Public Library when a woman suddenly starts screaming. After it is determined that a murder has taken place, Freddie makes three new friends in the aftermath. But could one of these friends be the murderer? Freddie is at the Boston Public Library when a woman suddenly starts screaming. After it is determined that a murder has taken place, Freddie makes three new friends in the aftermath. But could one of these friends be the murderer? Show less

Freddie is at the Boston Public Library when a woman suddenly starts screaming. After it is determined that a murder has taken place, Freddie makes three new friends in the aftermath. But could one of these friends be the murderer? Freddie is at the Boston Public Library when a woman suddenly starts screaming. After it is determined that a murder has taken place, Freddie makes three new friends in the aftermath. But could one of these friends be the murderer? Show less

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Dark Archives

Dark Archives

A Librarian's Investigation Into the Science and History of Books Bound in Human Skin

by Rosenbloom, Megan

Downloadable Audiobook - 2020

Anthropodermic bibliopegy is the practice of binding books in human skin. Dozens of books like this are found in the world's most famous libraries and mus...Show more Anthropodermic bibliopegy is the practice of binding books in human skin. Dozens of books like this are found in the world's most famous libraries and museums. Megan Rosenbloom recounts the history of these strange books and the lives that are a part of them. Show less

Anthropodermic bibliopegy is the practice of binding books in human skin. Dozens of books like this are found in the world's most famous libraries and mus...Show more Anthropodermic bibliopegy is the practice of binding books in human skin. Dozens of books like this are found in the world's most famous libraries and museums. Megan Rosenbloom recounts the history of these strange books and the lives that are a part of them. Show less

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The Invisible Library

The Invisible Library

by Cogman, Genevieve

Book - 2016

Irene is a professional spy for the a mysterious organization called the Library. Their goal is to collect mysterious works of fiction from different real...Show more Irene is a professional spy for the a mysterious organization called the Library. Their goal is to collect mysterious works of fiction from different realities. But something is amiss during Irene's current mission: her assistant is acting strangely and the book they are looking for has already been stolen. Show less

Irene is a professional spy for the a mysterious organization called the Library. Their goal is to collect mysterious works of fiction from different real...Show more Irene is a professional spy for the a mysterious organization called the Library. Their goal is to collect mysterious works of fiction from different realities. But something is amiss during Irene's current mission: her assistant is acting strangely and the book they are looking for has already been stolen. Show less

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The Librarian of Burned Books

The Librarian of Burned Books

A Novel

by Labuskes, Brianna

eBook - 2023

Set in World War II and inspired by the true events surrounding the Council of Books in Wartime, this story follows three women whose lives intersect thro...Show more Set in World War II and inspired by the true events surrounding the Council of Books in Wartime, this story follows three women whose lives intersect through their belief in the power of books through a period of darkness. The book touches on themes of censorship, dehumanization and the very real prospect of history repeating itself. Show less

Set in World War II and inspired by the true events surrounding the Council of Books in Wartime, this story follows three women whose lives intersect thro...Show more Set in World War II and inspired by the true events surrounding the Council of Books in Wartime, this story follows three women whose lives intersect through their belief in the power of books through a period of darkness. The book touches on themes of censorship, dehumanization and the very real prospect of history repeating itself. Show less

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Overdue

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Reckoning With the Public Library

by Oliver, Amanda

eBook - 2022

Drawing from six years of first-hand experience as a public and school librarian working in an impoverished area of Washington D.C., Amanda Oliver highlig...Show more Drawing from six years of first-hand experience as a public and school librarian working in an impoverished area of Washington D.C., Amanda Oliver highlights the national problems that exist in libraries casting a light on racism, segregation and class inequalities. Show less

Drawing from six years of first-hand experience as a public and school librarian working in an impoverished area of Washington D.C., Amanda Oliver highlig...Show more Drawing from six years of first-hand experience as a public and school librarian working in an impoverished area of Washington D.C., Amanda Oliver highlights the national problems that exist in libraries casting a light on racism, segregation and class inequalities. Show less

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The Lending Library

The Lending Library

A Novel

by Fogelson, Aliza

Book - 2020

When the Chatsworth library closes for repairs, art teacher Dodie Fairisle turns her small sunroom into a lending library for the community. This decision...Show more When the Chatsworth library closes for repairs, art teacher Dodie Fairisle turns her small sunroom into a lending library for the community. This decision leads Dodie towards new friendships, romance and a chance for her to realize her dream of becoming a mother. Show less

When the Chatsworth library closes for repairs, art teacher Dodie Fairisle turns her small sunroom into a lending library for the community. This decision...Show more When the Chatsworth library closes for repairs, art teacher Dodie Fairisle turns her small sunroom into a lending library for the community. This decision leads Dodie towards new friendships, romance and a chance for her to realize her dream of becoming a mother. Show less

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The Body in the Library

The Body in the Library

A Miss Marple Mystery

by Christie, Agatha

eBook - 2006

An intricately plotted mystery starring Miss Marple, who investigates the corpse of a beautiful girl found in her friend's library. An intricately plotted mystery starring Miss Marple, who investigates the corpse of a beautiful girl found in her friend's library. Show less

An intricately plotted mystery starring Miss Marple, who investigates the corpse of a beautiful girl found in her friend's library. An intricately plotted mystery starring Miss Marple, who investigates the corpse of a beautiful girl found in her friend's library. Show less

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The Writer's Library

The Writer's Library

The Authors You Love on the Books That Changed Their Lives

Book - 2020

This book contains interviews with twenty-three successful authors, where they reflect candidly on what books have inspired them the most in their literary careers. This book contains interviews with twenty-three successful authors, where they reflect candidly on what books have inspired them the most in their literary careers. Show less

This book contains interviews with twenty-three successful authors, where they reflect candidly on what books have inspired them the most in their literary careers. This book contains interviews with twenty-three successful authors, where they reflect candidly on what books have inspired them the most in their literary careers. Show less

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The Librarian Spy

The Librarian Spy

A Novel of World War II

by Martin, Madeline

Book - 2022

Ava, a librarian at the Library of Congress, is recruited as a spy to gather intelligence for the U.S. military during World War II. Meanwhile, a woman na...Show more Ava, a librarian at the Library of Congress, is recruited as a spy to gather intelligence for the U.S. military during World War II. Meanwhile, a woman named Elaine has started an apprenticeship at a printing press that is run by members of the Resistance. Show less

Ava, a librarian at the Library of Congress, is recruited as a spy to gather intelligence for the U.S. military during World War II. Meanwhile, a woman na...Show more Ava, a librarian at the Library of Congress, is recruited as a spy to gather intelligence for the U.S. military during World War II. Meanwhile, a woman named Elaine has started an apprenticeship at a printing press that is run by members of the Resistance. Show less

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The Library at Mount Char

The Library at Mount Char

by Hawkins, Scott

Downloadable Audiobook - 2015

Twelve children orphaned by a mysterious disaster are taken in by a cruel librarian with strange powers named "Father". When he suddenly dies, t...Show more Twelve children orphaned by a mysterious disaster are taken in by a cruel librarian with strange powers named "Father". When he suddenly dies, the group squares off against each other to determine who will inherit his godly library, which they believe holds the power to all creation. Show less

Twelve children orphaned by a mysterious disaster are taken in by a cruel librarian with strange powers named "Father". When he suddenly dies, t...Show more Twelve children orphaned by a mysterious disaster are taken in by a cruel librarian with strange powers named "Father". When he suddenly dies, the group squares off against each other to determine who will inherit his godly library, which they believe holds the power to all creation. Show less

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The Last Chance Library

The Last Chance Library

by Sampson, Freya

eBook - 2021

June Jones lives a quiet life as a library assistant. When the library is at risk for closing down she uses her voice to stand up for her beloved workplac...Show more June Jones lives a quiet life as a library assistant. When the library is at risk for closing down she uses her voice to stand up for her beloved workplace. Through the efforts and support of a group of patrons, June also meets some unexpected friends along the way. Show less

June Jones lives a quiet life as a library assistant. When the library is at risk for closing down she uses her voice to stand up for her beloved workplac...Show more June Jones lives a quiet life as a library assistant. When the library is at risk for closing down she uses her voice to stand up for her beloved workplace. Through the efforts and support of a group of patrons, June also meets some unexpected friends along the way. Show less

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The Library Book

The Library Book

by Orlean, Susan

eBook - 2018

An investigation into the 1986 Los Angeles Public Library fire, which was the most catastrophic library fire in American history. An investigation into the 1986 Los Angeles Public Library fire, which was the most catastrophic library fire in American history. Show less

An investigation into the 1986 Los Angeles Public Library fire, which was the most catastrophic library fire in American history. An investigation into the 1986 Los Angeles Public Library fire, which was the most catastrophic library fire in American history. Show less

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