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  • “Next of Kin” by Hannah Bonam-Young

    Kylie recommends: Next of Kin by Hannah Bonam-Young

    Genre: Contemporary romance

    Reading level: Adult

    Summary: An easy, flowing read that shows the struggles of adoption and the foster system and how important family is.

    Kylie says: You really connect with these hard worn characters as they slowly unfurl and become familiar. The diverse representation of the deaf younger brother and adoptive father, along with normal household ASL communication was great to see. This book is perfect for readers who enjoy found family and forced proximity.

  • “Dewey” by Vicki Myron

    Cathy recommends: Dewey by Vicki Myron

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Reading level: 12+

    Summary: A true biography of a library cat and those who loved him.

    Cathy says: This book would appeal to anyone who is familiar with small towns, dealing with coworkers, family and personal challenges, libraries, and especially anyone who loves cats. It is written in first person by the director of a small town library who saves the life of an extraordinary kitten and Dewey Readmore Book’s affect on the director, staff, townspeople, and eventually individuals around the world. A truly fascinating book.

    This title is available at Tyler Free Library.

  • “Check & Mate” by Ali Hazelwood

    Kylie recommends: Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood

    Genre: Contemporary romance

    Reading level: YA

    Summary: This is an effortless and delightful young adult read about an older sibling taking on a lot of financial struggles for her family by playing in a chess tournament.

    Kylie says: There is great banter and angst in this rivals-to-lovers story. If you like The Queen’s Gambit TV show and Ali Hazelwood’s writing, this one’s for you.

  • “Educated” by Tara Westover

    Olivia recommends: Educated by Tara Westover

    Genre: Memoir

    Reading level: Adult

    Summary: Westover recounts overcoming her survivalist Mormon family in order to go to college, and emphasizes the importance of education in enlarging her world.

    Olivia says: The author did a fantastic job of describing all her hardships in order to do what she felt was right to better her future.

    This title is available at Tyler Free Library.

  • “Romancing Mister Bridgerton” by Julia Quinn

    Kylie recommends: Romancing Mister Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

    Genre: Historical romance

    Reading Level: Adult

    Summary: This is a spicy regency historical romance from the Bridgerton series following Penelope and Colin as they start to become something more than friends.

    Kylie says: Penelope is a wallflower who is plus-size spinster who is often overlooked, while Colin is the third Bridgerton brother who loves to travel and has a reputation. Their romance is enthralling and charming you will get sucked right into their world and will root for them until the very end. If you love the show, you’ll love this one, and make sure you read this book before Season 3, Colin & Penelope’s season, comes out in May 2024.

  • Duck Egg Candling

    Join Shelley and Olivia to virtually check on the progress of the Foster ducklings!

    The first candling will take place on March 25 at 7:30pm. Follow our Facebook page to be notified when we go live.

    A second candling will take place on April 8 at 7:30pm.

  • Magazine Collage Night

    From old magazines springs new creativity! Use images to put together vision boards, make poetry with words you find, or create a mosaic of abstract art. All materials are provided. Your imagination is the limit!

    We’ll see you at Foster Public Library on April 10 between 5:30-7:30!

  • Kid’s Terrarium Craft

    Join us for our monthly kid’s craft at Tyler Free Library. On April 22 at 1pm, we’ll be making mini terrariums! Due to limited materials, registration is required. Sign up in person, by phone, or online.

  • Stargazing 101

    Update 4/12/24: The presentation will continue at 7pm on April 12 as planned, but the outdoor portion will take place on Monday night, April 15, at Green Acres Park.

    Brown University’s Robert Horton is coming to Tyler Free Library to teach us all about the stars! You’ll get a comprehensive understanding of the constellations and a close-up look at the sky after dark.

    If you have your own telescope, please bring it along! We will teach you how to use it!

    This event takes place at 7:00pm on April 12 (rain date: April 19). All ages welcome. Registration is required; please sign up in person, by phone, or online.

  • “Bellweather Rhapsody” by Kate Racculia

    Audrey recommends: Bellweather Rhapsody by Kate Racculia

    Genre: Mystery

    Reading level: YA to adult

    Summary: All the brightest music students in the state are snowed in at a (possibly) haunted hotel, where a mysterious wedding-night murder occurred 15 years ago.

    Audrey says: File this under “books I wish I could read again for the first time.” This novel pulls double duty as a whodunnit and a coming-of-age story. Each chapter flips between an equally captivating perspective, from the eccentric orchestra conductor to the wallflower bassoon prodigy to the elderly butler who was working the night of the murder. So many geniuses trapped under one haunted roof is a recipe for catastrophe, but the coming implosion is necessary for the teens to understand who they are and what they truly want out of life. I don’t know how Kate Racculia managed to write a dark mystery that’s also a feel-good novel about growing up, but I’m grateful she did.