STAFF PICKS

September 2025 Staff Picks

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August 2025 Staff Picks

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July 2025 Staff Picks

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June 2025 Staff Picks

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Smoky Hill Staff Picks: Favorite Non-Traditional Items

Have you browsed the Library of Things? Check out a collection of unique items recommended by staff at Smoky Hill Library.

Curious About DNA, Genetics and Genealogy?

Explore these nonfiction titles to learn about DNA and genetics are used for genealogy, forensics, health, personalized medicine and more.

If You Liked Lord of the Butterflies

You'll enjoy these modern spoken word poets or modern poets who use simple language to depict complex ideas beautifully.

Diverse Cozy Mysteries

Do you love cozy mysteries but want books with more diverse representation? Give these a try.

Hot Summer Reads 2025

Place your hold today for these hot summer reads!

Meet Heleena Kakar: World Refugee Day Event Recording

In collaboration with ACC, Arapahoe Libraries hosted author Heleena Kakar, who shared her story as a women's rights activist in Afghanistan.

2025 New Year, New Books

Discover some of the most anticipated new titles coming out in 2025.

Favorite Books for Adults: 2024

Enjoy this selection of adult books, in varying genres, that made our librarians' lists of favorites for the year.

Black Lives Matter: Antiracist Reads

These books confront racism in contemporary America.

Social and Systemic Injustice

Explore social and systemic injustice documentaries available immediately to stream from Kanopy.

If You Liked Solo

Feeling moved by the lyrical rhythm of Kwame Alexander's Solo? Listen to more YA books written in verse featuring BIPOC protagonists.

Teen Books by Black Authors

Stories from the serious to the fluffy from every genre! Find your next great read here.

LGBTQ+ Book Club August 2025

The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.

LGBTQ+ Book Club July 2025

The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.

LGBTQ+ Book Club June 2025

Happy Pride Month! The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.

Southglenn LGBTQ+ Junior Fiction Display June 2025

Featuring LGBTQ+ titles showcased on the Southglenn junior fiction display. Can't find a copy at the library? Put it on hold online!

Speedin' Into a New Sunrise: Remembering George Kooymans

George Kooymans was a Dutch rock legend, best known as co-founder of Golden Earring & writer of hits like “Radar Love” & “Twilight Zone.”

So Good: Remembering Chuck Mangione

Remembering the late great Chuck Mangione, acclaimed American jazz composer and flugelhorn/trumpet virtuoso.

10 TV Shows for Teens: Recommendations From a Teen Intern

Looking for a TV show to keep you entertained and indoors this summer? Enjoy these binge-worthy shows recommended from one teen to another.

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.

Why Is the Flag at Half-Staff?

Did you see the flag at half-staff today? Learn more about why it's lowered today and the history of this patriotic symbol.

Teen Books by Colorado Authors

Discover talented local authors who have written books for teens.

Housing and Older Adults

Resources to help older adults navigate affordable and accessible housing options in Colorado.

Court-Mandated Community Service Opportunities

Many local organizations provide opportunities for adults to complete court-mandated community service hours.

Southglenn Book Club's August 2025 Recommendations

These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.

LGBTQ+ Book Club August 2025

The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.

Reese's Book Club Selections

Check out this list of the last three years of monthly picks from Reese Witherspoon.

#ReadWithJenna Book Picks

Read along with Jenna Bush Hager on the Today show. Each month she announces a new pick that you'll love.

Learning on the Go: September 2025

Books are a great way to grow your background knowledge!

International Wolf Day

Awooooooo! Let's celebrate International Wolf Day!

Огрики — весёлые приключения для юных читателей

Если ваши дети обожают весёлые истории с необычными героями, им понравятся книги об Огриках!

Listen to the Cicadas

Does the buzzing of cicadas in summer drive your mad? The dog days of summer are here!

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.

2025-2026 Littleton (LPS) Battle of the Books

Get ready to read 3rd-5th graders! Here is the 2025-2026 list for the Littleton School District for your reading or listening pleasure.

Cherry Creek (CCSD) Battle of the Books: 2025-2026

Get ready to read 3rd-5th graders! Here is the 2025-2026 list for the Cherry Creek School District for your reading and listening pleasure.

The Work of S. A. Cosby

Check out the work of S. A. Cosby, Bestselling Southern Noir Crime Fiction Author

Memoirs and Biographies for Teens

Explore the fascinating lives of real people, the hardships and obstacles they overcame and how it shaped them into who they are today.

Indie Colorado: Discover eBooks From Local Authors

Want to support and read works by local authors? Browse BiblioBoard Open Access' ever-growing collection of ebooks, videos and more.

The Work of Grady Hendrix

Explore this collection of Grady Hendrix novels as described on GradyHendrix.com.
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