#Saturday Reads

The World’s First Novel Is Older Than You Think

What was the first novel? Why was it written? What need did it fill? Who wrote it? And most importantly, can you still read it today?

The Wide World of JEOPARDY! Contestant Authors

We're taking a look at the link between Jeopardy! and authorship, examining books by Jeopardy! contestants and this phenomenon.

Books For Dummies: A Key to Information

You may know them as the brunt of sitcom jokes, but the For Dummies books opened a door to a world of information.

How to Disinfect Books: A Discussion

Here's how to disinfect books that you check out from the library or share with other people outside of your household!

Will I Melt My Brain? Facts About Listening to Audiobooks in Your Sleep

Want to listen to audiobooks while you catch zzz? We're laying out the facts of listening to audiobooks in your sleep.

Libraries Reopen in COVID-19 Hot Spots: Are Library Staff Being Protected?

In considering whether staff are being protected as libraries reopen during the pandemic, we take a look at some Arizona libraries.

How Will Public Libraries Adapt To New School Year Norms?

How will public libraries handle being unable to be community centers when their communities are most in need of them?

What Makes a Book a Beach Read?

The beach read. Every summer the word reappears in conversation, but what exactly is a beach read. We've got some ideas and some book recs that fit.

NYC Child Care Plan Includes Using Libraries

The NYC plan to provide education to 1 million students in the fall includes creating 100,000 "learning lab" seats in libraries and other community spaces.

The Art of the Vulgar Tongue: Slang’s Evolution

Ever wonder how slang terms originate and spread or stay regional? We're taking a look at the evolution of slang and what part the internet plays.