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Meet Jonny Grusing, Author of "The Devil I Knew"
May 14th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Join us for an evening with Jonny Grusing, local true crime author of "The Devil I Knew: Unmasking a Serial Killer" and former FBI agent.
Hot Summer Reads
May 16th | 10:00am - 11:30am
Join our librarians to hear about exciting new and upcoming books for adults.
Meet Jonny Grusing, Author of "The Devil I Knew"
May 14th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Join us for an evening with Jonny Grusing, local true crime author of "The Devil I Knew: Unmasking a Serial Killer" and former FBI agent.
Hot Summer Reads
May 16th | 10:00am - 11:30am
Join our librarians to hear about exciting new and upcoming books for adults.
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!
LGBTQ+ Book Club April 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
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!
LGBTQ+ Book Club April 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
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
March 2026 Adult Nonfiction Spotlight
Browse this list of the most anticipated adult nonfiction books coming in March.
'Let's Find Out' Podcast | Ep 7
In Ep. 7 of 'Let’s Find Out,' hear Dion Leonard's incredible story of how meeting a stray dog in the Gobi Desert changed his life forever.
¡Celebremos la Herencia Afroamericana!
Escritores, actores y líderes destacan el lugar que han alcanzado los afroamericanos en nuestra historia.
CLASSICS
Classics Blogs and Lists
Trending in YA: Literature Retellings
Want a new twist on an old classic? Check out these retellings of classic tales.
Down the Rabbit Hole
Journey down the rabbit hole with books and movies based on Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.
Leyendo Autores Hispanos
Del 15 de Séptiembre al 15 de Octubre, festeja el Mes de la Herencia Hispana.
Recently Ordered Classics
FANTASY
Fantasy Blogs and Lists
Smoky Hill Staff Picks: Do You Believe in Magic?
Enchant yourself with our magical favorites!
Adult Fall Reading Books
Enjoy this list of the "Most Read" titles during the month of Adult Fall Reading from patrons like you!
Cozy Up To Fall Reading 2025
Enjoy these new and upcoming releases in all genres to kick off your fall reading!
Coming Soon Fantasy Carousel
FICTION
Fiction Blogs and Lists
LGBTQ+ Book Club April 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
May 2026 Staff Picks
Hand picked by us, for you!
May 2026 Large Print New Releases
Browse this sample of books in large print coming out in May.
FOOD & COOKING
Food & Cooking Blogs and Lists
Bread: The Soul of Ukraine
Explore and learn about the role of bread and cooking in Ukrainian culture through these books.
Charla con Myriam Lozano
Disfruta de una charla especial con la coach de salud Myriam Lozano, autora del libro La conexión entre tu mente y tu alimento.
October 2025 Adult Nonfiction Spotlight
Browse this list of the most anticipated adult nonfiction books coming in October.
GENEALOGY & HISTORY
History & Genealogy Blogs and Lists
Southglenn Book Club's January 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
St. Patrick's Day - Facts, Figures and Fun
Learn more about this festive holiday and Irish culture.
Southglenn Book Club's February 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommend for the month.
Coming Soon History & Genealogy Books
GRAPHIC NOVELS
Graphic Novels Blogs and Lists
Vampires!
Celebrate the spooky months with these bloody good books.
Teen Librarian's Recommendations for September 2025
Here's what Arapahoe Libraries teen librarians are reading and recommending in September.
Children's Books for Readers Reading Above Grade Level
Are you a younger reader who is reading above grade level or interested in new middle grade titles? Check out these more challenging titles.
Graphic Novels
Graphic Novels by Age
HISTORICAL FICTION
Historical Fiction Blogs and Lists
2026! New Year, New Books!
Learn about the books the Adult Librarians highlighted at the New Year, New Books program in January.
Southglenn Book Club's March 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
Adult Fall Reading Books
Enjoy this list of the "Most Read" titles during the month of Adult Fall Reading from patrons like you!
Coming Soon Historical Fiction
LGBTQ+
LGBT+ Blogs and Lists
LGBTQ+ Book Club March 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
LGBTQ+ Book Club April 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
LGBTQ+ Book Club February 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
MYSTERY & THRILLER
Mystery and Thriller Blogs and Lists
Mystery Book Club Recommends
Some favorite books that the Mystery Book at Koelbel Library recommends.
Koelbel Mystery Book Club 2026
Join us on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm to discuss mystery novels.
Smoky Hill Staff Picks: Oh, the horror!
Who cares that it's the month of love/Valentine's Day? Not us! Check out our favorite materials that will haunt, scare, and thrill you!
NONFICTION
Nonfiction Blogs and Lists
True Crime Reads
Like true crime stories? We've got a book for that.
Exploring Community & Culture/Explorando Comunidad y Cultura
This bilingual resource list explores Spanish, Latin American and Indigenous heritage, and cultural experiences reflected in our community.
May 2026 Adult Nonfiction Spotlight
Browse this list of the most anticipated adult nonfiction books coming in May.
ROMANCE
Romance Blogs and Lists
Cozy Up To Fall Reading 2025
Enjoy these new and upcoming releases in all genres to kick off your fall reading!
Novelas Románticas Más Leídas
Descubre las historias de amor más cautivadoras que han conquistado a miles de lectores.
Adult Fall Reading Books
Enjoy this list of the "Most Read" titles during the month of Adult Fall Reading from patrons like you!
SCIENCE FICTION
Science Fiction and Fantasy Blogs and Lists
What Would The Marvels Read?
Discover what Captain Marvel, Monica Rambeau and Ms. Marvel, stars of the new movie, "The Marvels," would be reading.
LGBTQ+ Book Club March 2025
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
Adult Fall Reading Books
Enjoy this list of the "Most Read" titles during the month of Adult Fall Reading from patrons like you!