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.
Love is Love: LGBTQIA+ Romance
Happy Pride Month! Celebrate the good vibes with these new romance novels, featuring love across the LGBTQIA+ community.
Mental Health Memoirs
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Take care of yourself and check out these memoirs written about life with mental illness.
New Fiction for Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which makes it a great time to check out some new fiction by authors with AAPI heritage! There's a little something for everyone on this list--horror, romance, sci-fi, historical fiction, and more!