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Classics Go to the Movies
Some stories are so great they just have to go live. And sometimes, the film itself is a fresh twist on a classic story. These classic reads have inspired some surprising movie versions, satires, and interpretations. Try them out in pairs for lively discussions at home!
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Online Writing Tools
It is a new year with new resolutions. If one of them was to finally write that book and cross off ‘publish my own novel’ from your bucket list, you’re in luck with this blog post because I’ll be recommending websites that may help you do just that.
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Picture Books for Challenging Days
The books on this list offer sensitivity, comfort and hope for kids (and grownups) dealing with unstable routines, worry and depletion. Whether providing coping strategies or simply acknowledging feelings, these titles will brighten a gray day.
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A Trilogy of True Personal and Family Stories
Fans of memoirs and family histories won’t want to miss out on these three fascinating personal narratives, especially audiobook listeners. Each is narrated by the author.
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YA Reads: Defy the Night by Brigid Kemmerer
Brigid Kemmerer is one of those authors that I find to be very reliable in that her writing is always consistent, no matter what genre she tackles. I’m partial to her contemporary fiction, but recently have decided to explore more of her fantasy series.
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5 Ways to do Good on the Internet
In this season of giving, let's talk about how to do good out in cyberspace!
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Plan a Cozy Movie Night!
Did you know you can access movies through Kanopy with your WPL library card? Create your account here, grab some popcorn and start browsing.
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A Snapshot from the Cookbook Collection: Winter Holiday Edition
If you've ever visited Wilmette Public Library, you may or may not already know that we have a COOKBOOK COLLECTION, not just a cookbook collection.
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YA Reads: Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger
Elatsoe is set in an recognizable but slightly different contemporary America, where magic and magical beings are commonplace. People can travel by Fairy Ring (it’s regulated); vampires have rights (and “old age” homes); and magic can be studied in university.
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YA Reads: Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune
“Bravery meant the possibility of death. And wasn’t that funny? Because it took being dead for Wallace to finally be brave.”
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Get in the Spooky Spirit on Kanopy
Spooky season is upon us! Or as we say in my house, just another Monday. I'm Jill, the Adult Services Manager at the Wilmette Public Library and fall is my absolute favorite season, especially October.
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What We're Reading Wednesday
Hello! Here's what Wilmette Public Library staff has been reading lately. This week we feature two lengthier reviews: one of a favorite exercise book (and a plug for using library resources) and one advocating reading and listening to more than one book at a time.
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What We're Reading Wednesday
Hello! Here's what Wilmette Public Library staff has been reading lately.