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Встреча с Дмитрием Быковым
Aug 22nd | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Встреча с писателем, поэтом и литературоведом Дмитрием Быковым и лекция «Роковая женщина как часть сюжета»
Meet Maria Gallucci, Local Author of Raised in Silence
Sep 10th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join author Maria Gallucci for a discussion of her book Raised in Silence, a reflection on growing up as a Child of Deaf Adults (CODA).
Встреча с Дмитрием Быковым
Aug 22nd | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Встреча с писателем, поэтом и литературоведом Дмитрием Быковым и лекция «Роковая женщина как часть сюжета»
Meet Maria Gallucci, Local Author of Raised in Silence
Sep 10th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join author Maria Gallucci for a discussion of her book Raised in Silence, a reflection on growing up as a Child of Deaf Adults (CODA).
OverDrive/Libby
Download OverDrive eBooks, magazines and audiobooks to your smartphone or tablet with the Libby app.
hoopla
Watch new & classic movies, enjoy chart-topping albums, listen to the latest audiobooks, read eBooks & more with hoopla.
NoveList Plus
NoveList features author read-alikes, book discussion guides, book talks and feature articles.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Includes directories on companies, publishers, associations & more. Search, sort, export & analyze data to your heart's content.
OverDrive/Libby
Download OverDrive eBooks, magazines and audiobooks to your smartphone or tablet with the Libby app.
hoopla
Watch new & classic movies, enjoy chart-topping albums, listen to the latest audiobooks, read eBooks & more with hoopla.
NoveList Plus
NoveList features author read-alikes, book discussion guides, book talks and feature articles.
Gale Virtual Reference Library
Includes directories on companies, publishers, associations & more. Search, sort, export & analyze data to your heart's content.
BOOK CLUBS
Book Club 2 Go Kits
Browse the latest Book Club 2 Go Kits. Each kit comes with 10 books and a discussion guide. Fiction and nonfiction. All ages.
Book Clubs
Start (or Join) a Book Club!
Do you like to keep up with the latest books? Want to read books you wouldn’t normally pick up? Consider starting or joining a book club!
Reese's Book Club Selections
Check out this list of the last three years of monthly picks from Reese Witherspoon.
Start (or Join) a Book Club!
Do you like to keep up with the latest books? Want to read books you wouldn’t normally pick up? Consider starting or joining a book club!
Reese's Book Club Selections
Check out this list of the last three years of monthly picks from Reese Witherspoon.
Upcoming Book Club Events
Book Club Selections
May Book Club 2026 Selections
Meets on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 9:30-10:30 am.
Smoky Hill Afternoon Book Club 2026
Meets the second Wednesday afternoon of each month at 2:00 pm.
May Book Club 2026 Selections
Meets on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 9:30-10:30 am.
Smoky Hill Afternoon Book Club 2026
Meets the second Wednesday afternoon of each month at 2:00 pm.
AUDIOBOOKS
Audiobooks Blogs and Lists
Аудиокниги для детей: увлекательные истории и добрые герои
Истории о дружбе, взрослении, фантазии и важных жизненных ценностях, которые интересно слушать всей семьёй.
Upbeat Audiobook Recommendations
For a little light-hearted fun and plenty of loveable characters, both real and fictional, check out this list of uplit (uplifting) listens!
Smoky Hill Staff Picks-Superheroes They don't all wear capes
Inspired by patron feedback, enjoy the people and stories that inspire us, both real and fictional.
BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR
Biography and Memoirs Blogs and Lists
All Things Alexander Hamilton
Learn more about the life of Hamilton through these books, videos and music.
Remembering: Dersu Uzala
In this post we look at Dersu Uzala, a memoir by Russian explorer Vladimir Arsenyev, first published in 1923, about a Siberian hunter.
Unconventional Women in History
Learn more about just a handful of women who pushed the boundaries with spirit and conviction throughout the years.
CLASSICS
Classics Blogs and Lists
Великие и прекрасные
Книги о великих и талантливых женшинах в Российской истории.
Smoky Hill Staff Picks: Once upon... (classics & retellings)
Check out our favorite classic stories, as well as retellings from other characters' perspectives & variations of the stories!
Trending in YA: Literature Retellings
Want a new twist on an old classic? Check out these retellings of classic tales.
Recently Ordered Classics
FANTASY
Fantasy Blogs and Lists
Popular in Middle Grade: Fantasy
Here are some recent and popular middle grade fantasy reads.
Midsummer Night Dreams: Tales of Wonder for Adults
Step into fantastical realms, explore strange forests, and greet creatures of old in this curation of wonderful stories for adults!
Trending in YA: Magical Romance
While you're here for the romance, stay for the fantasy or magic!
Coming Soon Fantasy Carousel
FICTION
Fiction Blogs and Lists
August 2026 Staff Picks
Hand picked by us, for you!
Meet The Buffalo Hunter Hunter Author, Stephen Graham Jones
Nov 12th | 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Offsite Location: Embassy Suites DTC
Join bestselling author Stephen Graham Jones for an unforgettable evening exploring the art of horror, storytelling and writing.
Korean Pop Culture and All the Feels
From K-pop to Kdrama they all include a bit of romance!
FOOD & COOKING
Food & Cooking Blogs and Lists
'Let's Find Out' Podcast | Ep 13
Author and soul food scholar Adrian Miller talks food, culture and history and why sharing a meal can help us connect in a divided world.
От завтрака до десерта: книги для любителей готовить
От домашней выпечки до ферментации и шоколада — книги, которые вдохновят на новые кулинарные открытия.
It's Peach Season!
There's nothing sweeter or juicier than a blog about peaches.
GENEALOGY & HISTORY
History & Genealogy Blogs and Lists
Meet Author Angel Vigil, 'Borderlands: Living in Two Worlds'
Sep 26th | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Meet local author and performer Angel Vigil and learn about the history of Hispanic communities in the American Southwest.
When Reality Feels Absurd
Explore Theatre of the Absurd and Epic Theatre through classic plays, key thinkers, and the ideas that transformed modern drama.
All Things Alexander Hamilton
Learn more about the life of Hamilton through these books, videos and music.
Coming Soon History & Genealogy Books
GRAPHIC NOVELS
Graphic Novels Blogs and Lists
Back to School Stories for Tweens
Starting a new school adventure this fall? So are the fictional characters in these middle grade books great for kids from 9-12!
International Wolf Day
Awooooooo! Every day is international wolf day with the right mindset.
Pride for Tweens
Looking for some excellent middle grade and tween reads for Pride month? Look no further!
Graphic Novels
Graphic Novels by Age
HISTORICAL FICTION
Historical Fiction Blogs and Lists
All Things Alexander Hamilton
Learn more about the life of Hamilton through these books, videos and music.
Trending in YA: Historical Fiction
Love reading stories set in the past? Check out some great books in this popular Young Adult trend!
Popular in Middle Grade: Historical Fiction
Do you love fiction inspired by history? These middle grade historical fiction books span a wide range of time periods and events.
Coming Soon Historical Fiction
LGBTQ+
LGBT+ Blogs and Lists
YA Pride: LGBTQ+ Books for Teens
A list of books with LGBTQ+ characters for teens.
LGBTQ+ Book Club July 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
2026 LGBTQ+ Staff Recommendations
Celebrate stories of love, queer joy and authentic experiences this June and all year long, hand-picked by Arapahoe Libraries staff.
MYSTERY & THRILLER
Mystery and Thriller Blogs and Lists
Trending in YA: Horror
Slashers, ghost stories, Gothic romance, and much more--there's something for every horror fan in these books! Updated July 2025.
Mystery Book Club Recommends
Some favorite books that the Mystery Book at Koelbel Library recommends.
Trending in YA: Mysteries and Thrillers
Do you love books that keep you turning pages, wondering what's going to happen next? Enjoy solving mysteries? Then these books are for you!
NONFICTION
Nonfiction Blogs and Lists
Dress for Joy: The Science of Dopamine Dressing
Sep 22nd | 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online Event
Can clothes change how you feel? Join fashion psychologist Dr. Dawnn Karen to explore the connection between clothing and psychology.
Meet Edgar Muñoz, Author of ‘Los Nadien’
Sep 18th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Discover Los Nadien, the story of “doubly invisible” immigrants. Join journalist and author Edgar Muñoz for a special bilingual event.
Meet Author Angel Vigil, 'Borderlands: Living in Two Worlds'
Sep 26th | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Meet local author and performer Angel Vigil and learn about the history of Hispanic communities in the American Southwest.
ROMANCE
Romance Blogs and Lists
Trending in YA: Contemporary Romance
If you love a good love story, check out some of our favorites!
'Let's Find Out' Podcast | Ep 12
In this episode, bestselling romance authors Christina Lauren share how their love of romance and storytelling built a career—and a fandom.
Jenny Han Readalikes
Did you like "The Summer I Turned Pretty" and other books by Jenny Han? Then check out these books to keep the vibe going.
SCIENCE FICTION
Science Fiction and Fantasy Blogs and Lists
Teen Books for Video Gamers
Fiction, graphic novels, and more for gamers.
Spaced Out: Teen Sci-fi Set in Space
Space opera, aliens, space exploration, or distant planets!
Meet Pierce Brown, Author of the “Red Rising” Series
Sep 24th | 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Offsite Location: Franciscan Event Center
Calling all Howlers — gather your pack for a night of insight, conversation and celebration with the mind behind the “Red Rising” series.