Book Lists
Here to Help
Here to Help: Books about Death & Grieving
Losing a loved one is especially confusing and difficult for young children. These books may help a young child faced with the death & grieving process.
Genre Guides
Genre Guide: Teen Dystopian Fiction
A list of books both new and old that highlight the dystopian genre and embrace all that it means to be a teenage rebel with a cause.
Staff Picks
Second Acts: Life’s Short, Do What You Love
These books offer a glimpse into unusual professions and the satisfaction of finding your calling.
Books in the News
Now Trending – Books in the News – November 2026
Check out what is trending and topical by authors from the ‘Burgh or with Pittsburgh connections.
Genre Guides, Staff Picks
Genre Guide – Polar Nonfiction
Try these nonfiction titles from the golden age of polar exploration – tales of adventure, tragedy, and heroism!
Genre Guides, Staff Picks
Genre Guide – Polar Fiction
Whether you prefer historic tales, modern-day mysteries, or flat-out horror, you’ll find something to chill your bones in this list.
Staff Picks
Adult Winter Reading: Meet Your Hero
Meet a few interesting people through memoirs and biographies that prove an interesting life makes for a very good story.
Staff Picks
Adult Winter Reading: Turn Off the Lights
When you need a break from cozy winter reads, these thrilling & chilling new horror novels will be waiting…in the dark…ready for you…
Staff Picks
Adult Winter Reading: Campfire Grub
Everything tastes better outside. Grab a cookbook for some fireside inspiration!
Staff Picks
Adult Winter Reading: Candlelight Dinner
It’s cold outside, but it’s getting hot in here, and it’s not just the dragons!