Little Thieves
“Little Thieves” is a tale of magic, complex characters, love, stolen identities, and danger. If you love great worldbuilding and flawed characters, check it out.
Amusing Middle Grade Books for Summer
Summer is upon us, and that means time for amusement parks! The rides. The food. The games. The calliope music (if that’s your thing). It’s magic. These middle grade titles perfectly capture the special hold such parks have on us.
Existential Musings
The books on this list explore intimate existential viewpoints.
Read Proud: Notable Fiction for Adults
Check out these titles for some fiction picks that feature LGBTQIA+ characters.
Awesome YA Fantasy and Sci-Fi Titles by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Authors
The month of May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. While lists of books by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander authors are often shared throughout this month, fantasy and science fiction titles are often overlooked. Check out some of these awesome YA fantasy and sci-fi titles by AA and NHPI authors!
Race and Social Justice Books for Teens
These titles speak to the demonstrations, headlines, hashtags and ongoing dialogue about race in America.
Here to Help: Books about Homelessness
Children and caregivers can begin discussions about homelessness with these titles for young children.
Here to Help: Books about Toilet Training
These books introduce the concept of using the toilet and encourage young children as they transition from diapers to underwear.
African American History, Biography & Culture: Books for Middle & High School
Through stories that illustrate African American history, biography and culture, teens in grades 6-12 can learn about people and events in an exciting way.
Read Proud: Picture Books about LGBTQ Families
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh engages all of our communities in literacy and learning. Check out the titles below and ask your local librarian for more.