The jury is in, and Dune has been one of the biggest movie releases of the year, pulling in $41 million the weekend it was released. While the modern cinematics and ensemble of A-list actors helped push it to the top, the classic story is what drew in longtime fans....
If you’ve checked out a Sharing Kit from the library lately, you’ve probably already encountered a Launchpad. If you’re unfamiliar, imagine a tablet that comes preloaded with games and videos to help engage youth on a variety of science, math, and reading-related...
2020 was an eventful year for Dresden Files fans, with not one, but two separate novel installments after years of radio silence from the author. After such a wild ride as those two novels were, fans might be left wondering “what next?” For fans who are hungry...
In La Porte County, we have no shortage of talent when it comes to writing. Here are just a few of the great titles by local authors that we are pleased to offer in the collection. Adult Titles: Sweet Burden of Crossing -Kate Towle Sweet Burden of Crossing...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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