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10/08/2026

Today's is neologize.

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10/08/2026

Welcome to another Crafty Chat. How is progress going on your current project? Let us know in the comments!

"There is one final color to add to the insides of the flowers, and then It will be on to the next color. I think it might be the leaves, but I have some time to figure that out."

Check back in on Thursday, October 22nd for an update and chance to share more of your own progress!

10/08/2026

Are banned books really that big a deal? Look at the numbers:

The American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) has released new data documenting book challenges throughout the United States, finding that challenges were nearly double that of 2021, reaching the highest number of attempted book bans since ALA began compiling data about ce...

10/08/2026

Congratulations to Tayari Jones, Pamela Colloff, and Elizabeth Acevedo for winning the 2026 Kirkus Prize. The authors each receive a trophy created by the London design team of Vezzini & Chen, and $50,000.

The recipients of this year’s prizes were announced at a ceremony in New York on Wednesday.

10/08/2026

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a great list of books to add to your interest and discovery at HARPERCOLLINS.COM Enjoy!

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Discover vibrant stories that honor the past, inspire the future, and celebrate the rich heritage of Hispanic and Latine cultures.For young readers, dive into stories filled with culture, family, heritage, and joy.

10/07/2026

Today's is axiom.

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10/07/2026

Let Books Be. Celebrate and the freedom to read with the PGCC Library! Books are available for checkout with a current PGCC ID.

10/07/2026

Check out our latest issue! Hauntingly Good Content: Bookends 2026 -

As the days get shorter and seasonal changes bring cooler temperatures, I cannot resist the temptation to curl up with a good book. I’ve been reading a lot of historical non-fiction, but I’ve also dabbled in some classics, including those that have been banned or censored due to their content. A...

10/07/2026

Each year, the American Library Association (ALA) publishes a list of the most challenged books of the previous year. Meet the Class of 2025:

Every year, the American Library Association compiles a list of the books most frequently targeted by censors based on reports from the field and media coverage.

10/07/2026

Lawrence Burney, writer, critic, and founder of True Laurels, an independent magazine covering Baltimore’s music and culture scene, as well as a featured writer for New York Magazine and The Baltimore Banner, has debuted his novel, No Sense in Wishing. To learn more about the author and the inspiration behind his work, read his interview with Baltimore Magazine for additional insight.

Ahead of his East Coast book tour, we caught up with the Baltimore native about ‘No Sense in Wishing,’ a collection of essays with through-lines of art, identity, and self-discovery.