STAFF PICKS
MONTHLY STAFF PICKS
April 2026 Staff Picks
Hand picked by us, for you!
March 2026 Staff Picks
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February 2026 Staff Picks
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Smoky Hill Staff Picks: Do You Believe in Magic?
Enchant yourself with our magical favorites!
April 2026 Staff Picks
Hand picked by us, for you!
March 2026 Staff Picks
Hand picked by us, for you!
February 2026 Staff Picks
Hand picked by us, for you!
Smoky Hill Staff Picks: Do You Believe in Magic?
Enchant yourself with our magical favorites!
OUR FAVORITES
Mystery Book Club Recommends
Some favorite books that the Mystery Book at Koelbel Library recommends.
Stories We Can't Stop Thinking About
We can't stop thinking about what we read and watched! Items from across the collection, both fiction and nonfiction. -April '26
Southglenn Book Club's March 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
Teen Librarian's March 2026 Recommendations
Here is what our teen librarians are reading this month.
Mystery Book Club Recommends
Some favorite books that the Mystery Book at Koelbel Library recommends.
Stories We Can't Stop Thinking About
We can't stop thinking about what we read and watched! Items from across the collection, both fiction and nonfiction. -April '26
Southglenn Book Club's March 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
Teen Librarian's March 2026 Recommendations
Here is what our teen librarians are reading this month.
VIRTUAL BOOK PARTIES
2026! New Year, New Books!
Learn about the books the Adult Librarians highlighted at the New Year, New Books program in January.
'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.
'Let's Find Out' Podcast | Ep 5
In Ep. 5 of 'Let’s Find Out,' Dr. JaNay Brown-Wood shares how diverse stories help kids see themselves and love reading.
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.
2026! New Year, New Books!
Learn about the books the Adult Librarians highlighted at the New Year, New Books program in January.
'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.
'Let's Find Out' Podcast | Ep 5
In Ep. 5 of 'Let’s Find Out,' Dr. JaNay Brown-Wood shares how diverse stories help kids see themselves and love reading.
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.
BLACK HISTORY
Black Girl Magic in Young Adult Books
Amazing stories, from fantasy to dystopian, of Black girls on adventures and changing their worlds.
Black Voices in YA
Young adult stories from the serious to the fluffy in every genre! Find your next great read here.
¡Celebremos la Herencia Afroamericana!
Escritores, actores y líderes destacan el lugar que han alcanzado los afroamericanos en nuestra historia.
A Celebrar Historia Afroamericana con Ficción
Una selección de libros para lectores jóvenes de todos los niveles, cuyos protagonistas son personas de color.
Black Girl Magic in Young Adult Books
Amazing stories, from fantasy to dystopian, of Black girls on adventures and changing their worlds.
Black Voices in YA
Young adult stories from the serious to the fluffy in every genre! Find your next great read here.
¡Celebremos la Herencia Afroamericana!
Escritores, actores y líderes destacan el lugar que han alcanzado los afroamericanos en nuestra historia.
A Celebrar Historia Afroamericana con Ficción
Una selección de libros para lectores jóvenes de todos los niveles, cuyos protagonistas son personas de color.
LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+ Book Club March 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.
LGBTQ+ Book Club November 2025
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
LGBTQ+ Book Club October 2025
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
LGBTQ+ Book Club March 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.
LGBTQ+ Book Club November 2025
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
LGBTQ+ Book Club October 2025
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
POP CULTURE
If You Like Superheroes, Try One of These Adventurous Books!
Looking for more adventurous books featuring superheroes? You'll find everything from early readers to graphic novels on this list.
Renegades: Rage Against the Machine
Rage Against the Machine is an American rock band who fuses elements of rap, metal, punk and funk to inspire political activism.
Magical Schools in Teen Lit
Love reading stories set in magical schools? Check out these books!
October 2025 Adult Nonfiction Spotlight
Browse this list of the most anticipated adult nonfiction books coming in October.
If You Like Superheroes, Try One of These Adventurous Books!
Looking for more adventurous books featuring superheroes? You'll find everything from early readers to graphic novels on this list.
Renegades: Rage Against the Machine
Rage Against the Machine is an American rock band who fuses elements of rap, metal, punk and funk to inspire political activism.
Magical Schools in Teen Lit
Love reading stories set in magical schools? Check out these books!
October 2025 Adult Nonfiction Spotlight
Browse this list of the most anticipated adult nonfiction books coming in October.
COLORADO
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.
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.
Kids Books by Colorado Authors!
Discover talented local authors with these books for kids.
Get Outside This Winter!
Here are great ideas for how to get outside this winter and explore Colorado or your own backyard.
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.
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.
Kids Books by Colorado Authors!
Discover talented local authors with these books for kids.
Get Outside This Winter!
Here are great ideas for how to get outside this winter and explore Colorado or your own backyard.
BOOK CLUBS
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.
GMA Good Morning America's Book Club List
The last three years of books selected for the GMA Book Club.
Southglenn Book Club's March 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
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.
GMA Good Morning America's Book Club List
The last three years of books selected for the GMA Book Club.
Southglenn Book Club's March 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
IF YOU LOVE ANIMALS
Mythical, Legendary Creatures
Explore magical and natural worlds and discover the legendary creatures that have held such mystery for ages.
Learning on the Go: April 2026
Hearing books with great rhymes helps train their ear to be able to identify them! Here are some great newer rhyming books.
Celebrate Earth Day!
Get ready for Earth Day with these exciting books for young explorers!
Learning on the Go: March 2026
Enjoy some fun, and, more importantly, FUNNY picture books!
Mythical, Legendary Creatures
Explore magical and natural worlds and discover the legendary creatures that have held such mystery for ages.
Learning on the Go: April 2026
Hearing books with great rhymes helps train their ear to be able to identify them! Here are some great newer rhyming books.
Celebrate Earth Day!
Get ready for Earth Day with these exciting books for young explorers!
Learning on the Go: March 2026
Enjoy some fun, and, more importantly, FUNNY picture books!
OUR FAVORITE AUDIOBOOKS
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.
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.
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.
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.
THE REST OF THE STORY
The Work of S. A. Cosby
Check out the work of S. A. Cosby, Bestselling Southern Noir Crime Fiction Author
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.
Down the Rabbit Hole
Journey down the rabbit hole with books and movies based on Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.
The Work of S. A. Cosby
Check out the work of S. A. Cosby, Bestselling Southern Noir Crime Fiction Author
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.
Down the Rabbit Hole
Journey down the rabbit hole with books and movies based on Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.