Likability of the Camel Lady

Does a likable character equate to a likable book? How does an unsavory character effect ones experience of a book? These questions come to me after reading—actually, devouring—the autobiographical saga … Continued


Assistive Technology at your library

Here at the Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians we offer technology help with assistive technology.  So what is assistive technology one might ask? Well, according to the Assistive Technology Industry … Continued



School Readiness: CLP Can Help!

You are your child’s first and most important teacher. The Library is ready to support you as you help your child get ready for school!


BEST OF BARD: JULY 2018

Mesdames et messieurs, le Roi! James Patterson is number 1, 3, 4 and 5 on our July Best of BARD list: The President is Missing By Bill Clinton and James … Continued



Labsy Awards 2018!

The annual Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Labsy Awards accepts creative work from hundreds of teens all over Allegheny County and submits them to professional judges in seven categories. The variety of art is astounding, and we can’t wait to share these creative efforts. Read on to learn more about the Labsy Awards, and how you can join in on the celebration.


Anime is everywhere!

For many many years Main was the only CLP library to have an Anime collection, but this year we’ve decided to expand into the branches.


Theodore Roosevelt

The Rise of the Theodore Roosevelt (DB 14168) by Edmund Morris is my current nightcap book.  That is the book I read in bed to gently break my attention from … Continued


Going Back in Time

Recently, Tor, a top publisher of science fiction and fantasy books and a division of Macmillan, made a surprise announcement regarding a change in their eBook licensing model for libraries. … Continued