Books for Teens Dread Nation Jane McKeene was born two days before the dead began to walk the battlefields of Gettysburg and Chancellorsville—derailing the War Between the States and changing America forever. In this new nation, safety for all depends on the work of a few, and laws like the Native and Negro Reeducation Act…
Smart, passionate, and dynamic, Gemini is characterized by the Twins and are known for having two different sides they can display to the world. Expert communicators, Gemini is the chameleon of the Zodiac, adept at blending into different groups based on the vibe and energy they perceive. While they’re also amazing at showcasing surface traits,…
Happy International Sushi Day!! Sushi is one of the world’s most popular dishes! This dish traces its history to a dish called narezushi. It uses fermented fish rather than fresh fish and is accompanied by malted rice. It is thought that the earliest version of this recipe was used to preserve fish in China and was later…
June is National Camping Month! If you are preparing for a camping trip this summer or want to learn more about camping, travel locations, and outdoor hobbies, take a look at the books listed below. From foraging to campfire cooking to Birmingham hikes, the Homewood Public Library has a book for whatever you are looking…
Happy Pride Month! Pride Month is a remembrance of the pursuit of quality and acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community. This month, we celebrate and lift up LGBTQ+ voices! Here are just some of our favorite titles this month. Some are fiction and non-fiction – all of them are great reads! Check them out! CHILDREN’S BOOKS…
Happy Pride Month! June marks the beginning of a month long celebration of LGBTQIA+ individuals, their accomplishments, and identities. But, did you know why Pride happens in June? Be sure to check out these books covering Queer history and events to better understand how the fight for human rights regardless of identity or orientation continues…
