10 Feel-Good YA Books
Looking for escapism? Lose yourself in a cozy, feel-good YA book! Lost in Taiwan by Mark Crilley While on a trip to Taiwan with his brother, Paul finds himself hopelessly lost. His first instinct [...]
Taste of the Tundra
What and where is the tundra? The Arctic tundra is a cold, rocky, dry habitat found mainly in the northern parts of Canada, Alaska, Greenland, and Siberia. The two main types are Arctic tundra and alpine tundra. Arctic tundra is found around [...]
Five Unique and Unusual Graphic Novels and Manga
Graphic novels and manga are super versatile—seriously, they allow for tons of creativity and cool, unique approaches that lead to reading experiences and subject matter you just won't find elsewhere. While a bunch of the big hits are for teens, there are [...]
Laugh Your Way into the New Year
All of us need a distraction in the short days and long nights of winter. So why not laugh your way through the winter? Here is a list of some funny books to keep you smiling this winter. [...]
The Science of Snow
Brrrr, the trees are bare, and there is a chill in the air ~ winter is already here. January is a time for families to gather together as the weather turns cold. Have you ever wondered how snow is formed and why [...]
New Book Alert!: January 2026 Releases
The top of the year means the newest of new books are released and are awaiting their audience. From a step back in time into the 90s hip-hop scene, an adventure where a mother-daughter duo go treasure hunting to find gold in [...]
Pet dogs – loveable, fun, cute and sometimes a handful!
Ever wonder what your dog is thinking, if he dreams while sleeping or why she insists on jumping up on people? Read on to find out and enjoy some dog-themed shows from Kanopy, too! 🌐A few web resources: [...]
Read Your Resolution
We’ve all made New Year’s Resolutions, right? You know, those little promises we make to ourselves that we plan on keeping all year long, and totally always succeed? Well, the good news is, the year’s still pretty new, so if you haven’t [...]
New Year, New Sleuths!
Celebrate the New Year and start a new mystery series! These series are great for those venturing into chapter books for the first time and have further adventures for sleuths to read. The best part is, you don’t even have to read [...]
Goal-Getter’s Guide: How the Library Can Help You Achieve More in 2026
Setting Library Goals for the New Year The start of a new year is the perfect time to set fresh goals, and Charles County Public Library is here to help you reach them! Whether you want to read more, learn a [...]