Celebrating 250: Fireworks, Freedom, and the Founders’ bookshelves
I’ve always loved the Fourth of July—the parades, the fireworks, and all the traditions that make...
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by Mary Pom Claiborne | Jun 24, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
I’ve always loved the Fourth of July—the parades, the fireworks, and all the traditions that make...
Read Moreby Linda Sullivan - The Book Whisperer | Jun 24, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
In a world of millions of books, how do you make your next pick? The number of available books has...
Read Moreby KTT Staff Writer | Jun 24, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
Juneteenth was celebrated on June 19, honoring the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas...
Read Moreby Linda Sullivan - The Book Whisperer | Jun 17, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
June is a popular month for celebrations and raising awareness. Juneteenth Father’s Day LGBTQIA+...
Read Moreby Susan Espiritu | Jun 17, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is a famous children’s fantasy novel written by C. S....
Read Moreby Linda Sullivan - The Book Whisperer | Jun 10, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
Have you watched Off Campus? If not, you’ve probably heard someone talk about the series or seen a...
Read Moreby Susan Espiritu | Jun 10, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
On June 10, readers celebrate the birthday of Maurice Sendak, one of the most beloved creators of...
Read Moreby Susan Espiritu | Jun 3, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
The Henry and Mudge series is a beloved collection of beginning-reader books geared toward ages...
Read Moreby Mary Pom Claiborne | May 27, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
You’d think choosing your next great read would be a piece of cake—but there’s a little anguish...
Read Moreby Linda Sullivan - The Book Whisperer | May 27, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
Two weeks ago, I teased Familia by Lauren E. Rico, the spring Libby Reads selection. The ebook and...
Read Moreby Susan Espiritu | May 27, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
Key trends for 2026 focus on themes of emotional safety, hope, and nature, with many popular...
Read Moreby Susan Espiritu | May 20, 2026 | Our Town Readers | 0
Over the years, many beloved children’s books have faced challenges or bans in schools and...
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