by Holly Trott | Jul 19, 2021 | Library News
As the Collection Management Librarian at LPCPL, the biggest question I get from folks is “Where do you find out about all these books?” There are definitely a lot of resources out there, so, I just wanted to share some of the ones that I find most useful. The one...
by Holly Trott | Jul 12, 2021 | Public Services
Whether you’re listening to an audiobook on the go or snuggling up with a print volume at the end of a long day, reading can add a lot of depth to our lives. When a particularly wonderful book ends, it can come with a sense of loss, like a long-distance friend...
by Holly Trott | Jun 28, 2021 | Public Services
According to Publisher’s Weekly, young adult (YA) novel readership is increasing among adults over the age of 18. In fact, here at the La Porte County Public Library, YA eBooks compete with steamy romance for top checkouts in Libby/Overdrive. This may seem surprising...
by Holly Trott | May 21, 2021 | Programs
If you have been on Instagram much in the past year, it’s likely that you’ve already seen something called ‘Cottagecore.’ Pleasant scenes of dried floral arrangements, homemade meals, antique fabrics, and handmade crafts characterize the aesthetic. It was popularized...
by Holly Trott | May 7, 2021 | Programs
Have you ever wondered why the library doesn’t carry the show “OZARK,” seasons 2 and 3 of “Stranger Things,” or the latest season of “The Crown”? There’s a reason behind this that goes deeper than the library’s collection policy. As an institution representative of...
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