In honor of our Beautiful Introduction to Telescopes event this past week, we have put together a reading list of books about space! Hosted by the Franklin Township Astronomy Club, this program explored some of the most incredible photographs ever taken of our solar system and deep space, while also […]
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Today is the first day of Fall! If you’re looking to begin the season fresh with a healthy body and mind, then sign up for one of these online health & wellness programs! The events listed below are what we have scheduled for the remainder of this month, September 2021, […]
The library is hosting online events and programs that you can attend from home! In addition to our regular monthly events, we’ve listed several standout adult programs for September 2021 below. Click here for our full calendar of events. Special Events A Beautiful Introduction to Telescopes – Wednesday, 9/22 at 7pm via […]
To celebrate the end of another successful Summer Reading program, the FTPL staff have put together a reading list of books we’ve enjoyed over the summer. Click on any of the covers below to place a hold on a book! [On The Rope by Alex Tresniowski] “This narrative nonfiction book […]
Genre: Autobiography and MemoirRead-Alikes: The Magical Language of Others by E. J. KohHow to Write an Autobiographical Novel by Alexander CheeBetween the World and Me by Ta Nehisi-Coates “Poet and essayist Hong’s family history beautifully details how her life and art have been shaped by her Korean American identity. Among […]
We’ve recently updated the process for accessing the online New York Times remotely. If you are a long-time reader or are interested in taking a look at what the NYT has to offer, please take a few minutes to review what’s changed below. Note: The process for in-person access has […]
Check out one these romance novels in celebration of Read-a-Romance month! A great romance book features more than just love; action, adventure, revenge, mystery and much more are all part of the story. Here are some standout examples: “Best-selling Hoover’s (November 9, 2015) latest valiant and compelling new-adult novel packs […]
Genre: Spy Fiction, Thriller/Suspense On the waiting list for Daniel Silva’s new book, The Cellist? Why not try one of these similar books while you wait! Each book is available from FTPL at either the Demott Lane or Franklin Park location. For a more personalized recommended book selection, check out […]
Genre:Historical Fiction, Literary FictionRead-Alikes:The Autobiography of Henry VIII: With Notes by His Fool, Will Somers by Margaret GeorgeMistress of the Art of Death by Ariana FranklinThe Butcher’s Daughter by Victoria Glendinning “As Henry VIII’s go-to man for his dirty work, Thomas Cromwell (1485–1540) isn’t a likely candidate for a sympathetic […]
Looking for something new to read? Try YA literature! Our Teen Librarian, Karen, has created these lists of all of her favorite reads for teens and for teens at heart! Click here for the complete list of YA recommendations! Realistic Fiction for All Teens Realistic Fiction for High Schoolers Great Nonfiction […]