Suggested Reading & Watching for One Book, Everyone Reads
Non-Fiction Books:
The South Side: A Portrait of Chicago and American Segregation by Natalie Y. Moore - 305.8 MO
Balance, Well-Being and Good Vibes
With the arrival of spring, our attention shifts to the outdoors including the garden - raking, tilling and planting. But what about the indoors? If you're planting coneflowers, herbs, and lettuce outside, why not cultivate balance, well-being and good vibes inside?
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!
Spotlight on Music Collections: Ned Rorem
In a 2018 interview in the Times, the composer and author Ned Rorem—then 95—quipped that it would be "rather cute" if he lived to be 100. Rorem will turn 99 in October, b
Titles Every Human Can Enjoy
Is your family growing up? You can still read together by choosing from these bestselling titles that come in both adult and young readers’ editions. You can all read on your own time and make dinnertime into your own family book club with titles like the following.
Hone Your Shutterbug Skills
Let's face it, travel has been lacking in many of our lives the past couple years. But with hope, maybe we can dust off the suitcases and dig out the digital camera soon in preparation for a long overdue adventure.
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.
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.
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.
Strictly Business: So You Want to be on the Web
By: Mark Lieberman, SCORE North Cook and Lake Counties
Move Over New Year's Day, It's Public Domain Day
Works in the public domain are creative materials like literature, music, and art (including moving art like television and film) that are ‘owned’ by the public.
Unconventional Holiday Films
Let me tell you, here at the Library we love some unconventional films, especially those in the Adult Services Department. Instead of just discussing among ourselves, I thought I'd share some of the ones that I love to recommend with you. The films below use the winter season as a veh
Explore Your Crafty Side with Creative Bug
Do you want to learn to paint? knit? sketch? quilt? craft? …. but feel you can't make the commitment to a class because of your schedule? You're not the only one.
Gift Books For Adults
2021 was a great year for books! Take a look at some gift book recommendations from our Adult Services librarians.
MOST LOVED BOOKS BY WPL PATRONS
Gift Books for Children
Whether indulging your favorite kid with a new graphic novel or starting a home library for a new baby, books make the perfect gift. Here’s a few of our favorites from a fantastic year in books.