Punny Mysteries
Enjoy a good laugh when you see pun-filled titles? Here’s a list of cozy mysteries with very punny titles that will give you a giggle.
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Looking for some great books to help you complete the challenges? We’ve got some librarian-recommended titles that should suit just about any reader. You don’t have to pick from these lists to finish the challenges, we just wanted to give you some good options!
The Stars Are Out Tonight
What makes celebrity autobiographies and memoirs so compelling? Perhaps it’s because, despite their star status, celebrities ultimately emerge as people just like us, with ordinary
Mysteries Around the World
Read a mystery set anywhere outside of the USA. No passport or tickets necessary – Why spend money and stress on travel when you can
Short Takes!
Not all stories need to be long to pack a punch. Check out these great titles available on audio lasting less than 10 hours. Bird
All Kinds of Minds
Did you know April is Autism Acceptance Month? First held in 1972 by the Autism Society, Autism Acceptance Month emphasizes the need for public awareness
Colorado or Bust
Read any book set in Colorado (fiction or nonfiction). The Stand by Stephen King This popular apocalyptic horror novel follows the journey of various survivors
A Dozen Roses
Throughout history, roses have been used to express a variety of emotions—love, of course, but also purity, gratitude, secrecy, vanity, even grief and jealousy. Here’s
Bro, Where’s Your Shirt?
This list is an ode to the paperback romance, which often sport scantily clad men on their covers. In fact, this has been a surefire
Popular Biographies
Let’s face it. Humans are a social bunch, and we love learning about the experiences of other humans (especially when they’re famous or notorious). While
Shaking Up Shakespeare
The Bard’s works have been read and appreciated for centuries, but the man himself is something of a mystery. Enjoy these imaginative versions of his
Killer Thrillers
Not into ghosts and ghouls? That’s okay. There’s more than one way to get some thrills and chills. We all know that people are way
Healthy You
Prioritize your health! Read a book to help you with physical issues, mental health, or simply revamping your meals. You deserve to be healthy and
Inside Jokes
There are as many types of memoir as there are people writing them, but we’d like to encourage you to indulge in a funny one.
Did You Hear That?
Who doesn’t like a good ghost story? The possibility of restless spirits and haunted places has fascinated and frightened humans throughout the centuries. You’ll want
Missing Memories
The Mayo Clinic defines amnesia as “the loss of memories, such as facts, information and experiences.” And amnesia is a commonly used plot device in
Native American Authors
Native American literature reflects the culture, history, and contemporary issues of the people who are Indigenous to what is now the United States. Each author
Celebrate the Holidays
Seems we all could use some fun, am I right? Let’s embrace the holidays (any holiday) and celebrate! Read a fiction or nonfiction book that
Essays
The essay is an underappreciated form of writing. They’re short enough to be read in one sitting, can range in tone and subject from the
Broadway Reads
Read the books that became your favorite Broadway shows! The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux Opening on Broadway in 1988, The Phantom of
Before You Were Born
We all know that reading is a great way to escape the realities of life. But have you ever used it to time travel? Check
Love Your Space
Tips and tricks to spruce up your home and workspace. Indulge you inner organizer with these helpful picks often full of lush beautiful photos to
Having a REALLY Bad Day
Everyone has a bad day occasionally. Your car breaks down, things don’t go well at work, you have an argument with a friend. But what
Emerald Isle Authors
The literary tradition of Ireland, the Emerald Isle, is a long and distinguished one. That tradition continues to flourish through some of the most compelling
TechnoWizard
When magic and science collide, which side will you choose? This list explores books that combine all things techie with the wonders of magic, wherein
High Tide
Colorado may be a landlocked state, but we can still enjoy the ocean in our reading. To earn this badge, read a book that features