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January Book Chat with Youth Services Team

Posted about 3 days ago by Sarah Fenninger
Welcome to another installment in our series of blog posts featuring children’s books we’re currently loving! “Book Chat with the Youth Services Team” features one book recommendation from each of […]
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Reading in the Middle: Graphic Novels

Posted about 5 days ago by Adriane Marshall
Graphic novels are extremly popular with all age groups of readers. Middle grade readers especially seem to enjoy reading them, and they serve as a valuable tool for building essential […]
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Reading in the Adult Age: Winter Reads

Posted about 3 weeks ago by Adriane Marshall
Embrace the chill and the unique atmosphere of the season with our curated winter reading list, a perfect blend of icy landscapes, cozy mysteries, survival stories, and heartwarming comfort. All […]
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YA Reads: Family Dynamics

Posted about 4 weeks ago by Genevievre Wood
December is a significant time of gathering, spending time with family, and building community regardless of where you are in the world and what holidays you celebrate. While many cultural […]
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December Book Chat with the YA Team

Posted about 1 month ago by Genevievre Wood
Don’t know what to read next? Looking for YA book recommendations? Welcome to the Book Chat with the Young Adult Team. Every month, the YA Team each recommends a favorite […]
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Reading in the Middle: Celebrating the Season

Posted about 1 month ago by Adriane Marshall
This December we have had a lot of snow and we get ready for the holiday and celebration season! This month we have prepared a variety of books for the […]
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200 pages, more or less

Posted about 1 month ago by Lisa Crisman
Winter has arrived in RVA, a bit early, and keeping warm with a good read is a indulgence to enjoy. With holidays to celebrate and possible travel destinations to explore […]
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December Book Chat with Youth Services Team

Posted about 1 month ago by Sarah Fenninger
Welcome to another installment in our series of blog posts featuring children’s books we’re currently loving! “Book Chat with the Youth Services Team” features one book recommendation from each of […]
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12 Nights of December

Posted about 1 month ago by Lauren Clementi
Enjoy some recommendations for your December nights! 12 Holiday Books 11 Cozy Mysteries 10 Historical Fiction 9 Western Romance 8 Autobiography 7 Young Adult 6 Science Fiction 5 graphic novels […]
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YA Reads: Nonfiction November

Posted about 2 months ago by Genevievre Wood
As the season again prepares for change and the air begins to carry a frosty chill, readers scramble to finish their 2025 reading goals. With end of year reading goals […]
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