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Novels Written For NaNoWriMo

Novels Written For NaNoWriMo

Every year in November, thousands of writers attempt the challenge of National Novel Writing Month, aka NaNoWrIMo. The goal is to write 50,000 words in one month--if you meet that goal by November 30th, you're a winner of the challenge. And...

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November 2023 Puzzle: Veteran Musicians

Dear crossword fans: The library will be closed November 10 and 11 in observance of Veterans Day. We hope you enjoy this month's puzzle! If you have your Andover library card...

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October is Bullying Prevention Month

Choose Kind

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Here are some recent middle-grade books about the negative impacts of bullying and ways to model kindness and inclusivity...

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Skin Deep: Books on Beauty

Skin Deep

Are you curious about the history of the beauty industry? Looking for tips on how to make your own skincare products or perfect your smoky eyeshadow technique? We've got books for that! Teens in grades 6-12 can also sign up for our ...

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October 2023 Mid-Month Sudoku

Dumb numbers joke — auf Deutsch edition!

A woman walks up to a bar and orders two martinis. The bartender asks, "dry?" The woman looks at him and says, "Nein, zwei."

If this joke makes no sense to you, take some fun German classes...

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Spooky Stories By Latinx Authors

Spooky Stories by Latinx Authors

Hispanic Heritage Month continues through October 15th, which is well into spooky season. Here are some spooky stories written by Latinx authors for teens and adults, perfect for this time of year! 

October 2023 Puzzle: Celebrity Heroes

This month's crossword features famous people who've done action-hero type things in real life. If you're worried about missing out on the action taking place at the library, sign up for library news by email!

2023 Pura Belpre Awards

2023 Pura Belpre Awards

Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15-October 15, which makes this an especially great time to check out this year's Pura Belpré Award and Honor books. The Pura Belpré Award, "established in 1996, is...

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Bi Visibility Day

Bi Visibility Day

September 23rd is Bi Visibility Day, a day to celebrate bisexual and biromantic people. Here are 15 recent novels with bi characters. You might also enjoy this previous list of...

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Memoirs for Hispanic Heritage Month

Memoirs for Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15-October 15. This month is specifically designated to celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the...

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