Book Lists

Join the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra to celebrate the winter holiday season!

Celebrate Hispanic and Latin Heritage Month September 15th to October 15th with these books about Hispanic and Latin characters for kids of all ages!

The NFL Draft is coming to Pittsburgh this April. We’re all gearing up for the big celebration, and the Library has plenty of football-themed romances to keep f…

While there isn’t a book for children written about Vivian Davidson Hewitt (yet), we are highlighting some titles celebrating Black American firsts in literacy …

Here are some books that showcase Black kids in heroic fantasy and sci-fi scenarios, along with Black Americans who created futuristic opportunities for themsel…

It’s time for snow! These children’s book picks all feature snow, showcasing both its beauty and the fun activities it brings.

There’s nothing better than a day at the beach!

Looking to never view a quaint country town with nothing but sheer terror and dread? Try these folk horror picks.

Explore our collection of essential LGBTQIA+ classics, from iconic authors to groundbreaking gems that shaped queer literature and storytelling.

Falling under the crime fiction umbrella, caper and heist novels focus on the planning and execution of crimes, usually robberies. Half the fun of reading them …

Explore a wide selection of LGBTQ families represented in picture books by starting with our unique book list.

A group of Pittsburgh librarians and child development experts selected the Best Books for Babies published in 1999. Share them with a baby in your life!