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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!
Southglenn Book Club's July 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
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!
Southglenn Book Club's July 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
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
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.
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!
Аудиокниги для детей: увлекательные истории и добрые герои
Истории о дружбе, взрослении, фантазии и важных жизненных ценностях, которые интересно слушать всей семьёй.
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
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!
Великие и прекрасные
Книги о великих и талантливых женшинах в Российской истории.
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 Most Anticipated Adult Fiction Titles
Here are some of the most popular adult fiction titles coming in August.
School Spirit: Teen Books Set in Schools
Whether you're looking for a thriller, a romantic comedy or something in between, get ready for the semester with these books set in school.
Uplifting Middle Grade Fiction with Strong Female Characters
Check out a Teen Intern's realistic fiction picks featuring resilient, brave, and inspiring heroines.
FOOD & COOKING
Food & Cooking Blogs and Lists
It's Peach Season!
There's nothing sweeter or juicier than a blog about peaches.
От завтрака до десерта: книги для любителей готовить
От домашней выпечки до ферментации и шоколада — книги, которые вдохновят на новые кулинарные открытия.
'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.
GENEALOGY & HISTORY
History & Genealogy Blogs and Lists
All Things Alexander Hamilton
Learn more about the life of Hamilton through these books, videos and music.
When Reality Feels Absurd
Explore Theatre of the Absurd and Epic Theatre through classic plays, key thinkers, and the ideas that transformed modern drama.
Southglenn Book Club's April 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
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!
Pride for Tweens
Looking for some excellent middle grade and tween reads for Pride month? Look no further!
International Wolf Day
Awooooooo! Every day is international wolf day with the right mindset.
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.
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.
Southglenn Book Club's May 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
Coming Soon Historical Fiction
LGBTQ+
LGBT+ Blogs and Lists
LGBTQ+ Book Club July 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
Pride for Tweens
Looking for some excellent middle grade and tween reads for Pride month? Look no further!
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
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!
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
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).
August Adult Nonfiction Spotlight
Browse this list of the most anticipated adult nonfiction books coming in August 2026.
Resources for Adult Educators
Use these resources to teach basic or secondary literacy, English as a Second Language (ESL or ELA) or technology skills to adults.
ROMANCE
Romance Blogs and Lists
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.
'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.
Trending in YA: Contemporary Romance
If you love a good love story, check out some of our favorites!
SCIENCE FICTION
Science Fiction and Fantasy Blogs and Lists
Teen Books for Video Gamers
Fiction, graphic novels, and more for gamers.
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.
Spaced Out: Teen Sci-fi Set in Space
Space opera, aliens, space exploration, or distant planets!