While you're waiting for the next Taylor Swift album, The Life of a Showgirl, why not check out one of these books about showgirls, dancers, and divas? (Or if you're just in the mood for music: did you know that all of Taylor Swift's previous albums are available to stream on Hoopla?)
Books for International Cat Day
August's Book of the Month is The Dog Days of Summer, but that doesn't mean we can't also celebrate International Cat Day on August 8th! Here are some books with fantastic feline characters.
What to Read While Waiting for The Let Them Theory
So...everyone else already checked out all the copies of The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins? Well, you know what? Let them have them! You can check out one of these other books instead. (You can also get the main idea of the "Let Them" theory from an episode of her podcast.) No matter which book you choose, you're already on the path to living your best possible life because you're using your library!
Books for Fans of Superman
Are you a fan of the OG superhero, Superman? Here are some books to check out, whether you'd like to learn more about the character's history and creators, find a starting point to read Superman comics, or keep up with his latest adventures. Also, with your MHL library card, you can access Hoopla Digital, which has hundreds of Superman comics available to read digitally!
July is Disability Pride Month
In honor of the anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, July is observed as National Disability Pride Month. Here are some great books by and about people with disabilities to check out!
Books For Fans of We Were Liars
Are you a fan of We Were Liars - either the YA novel by E. Lockhart or the recent miniseries adaptation on Amazon Prime? Maybe you just like reading about messy rich people or unreliable narrators? If so, here are some YA novels for you! (And if you'd like to watch the We Were Liars miniseries but don't have Amazon Prime, you can borrow MHL's Roku with Prime access!)
Summer Salads
Too hot to cook? Looking for a fresh new side to bring to your next BBQ? Check out these salad-centric cookbooks!
LGBTQ+ History
The first Pride was a riot! If you want to learn more about LGBTQ+ history, here are some nonfiction titles covering the Stonewall uprising and beyond.
Juneteenth Reads
MHL will be closed on Thursday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. When the library is open, you can check out one of these nonfiction books about the history of Juneteenth, Reconstruction, and the enduring spirit of Black culture in America. And don't forget about Andover's Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 21st.
LGBTQ+ Historical Fiction
Although the words people use to identify themselves have evolved over time, LGBTQ+ people have always existed. Here are some wonderful works of historical fiction featuring LGBTQ+ characters from throughout history.