Living and Thriving as an Outsider: Queer Memoirs and Essays
2018 brought a wonderful variety of essay collections and memoirs from LGBTQ+ authors – here are four of the best I’ve read.
My Friends Are My Power
“There are many worlds, but they share the same sky; one sky, one destiny.”
Photographic: the Life of Graciela Iturbide
Isabel Quintero’s writing and Zeke Peña’s art lyrically move the reader through the life of Graciela Iturbide, celebrated Mexican photographer. Though less well-known than, say, Frida Kahlo, this book shows … Continued
Upgrade Soul: a Graphic Novel
Daniels author calls his work “a tale of transhuman evolution”, unspooling the story of an elderly couple, Hank and Molly, who decide to submit to a genetic upgrade from a … Continued
Manga Romance Chosen by one of Pittsburgh’s Top Teen Readers
Ever wonder about romance in books that seem so realistic that you can compare them to your life? Or maybe even picture yourself having the same relationship? Here is a selection of books recommended by Barbara Pimentel, one of Pittsburgh’s top teen readers!
I’m in the Band: Fiction and Memoir about Music-making
If you’ve been in a band you’ll relate in some way to these stories, and if you haven’t, then now you’ll know.
Battle of the Books 2019: 7th & 8th Grade Booklist
7th & 8th Grade Battle February 26th, 2019 CLP – East Liberty | CLP – Main | CLP – Squirrel Hill Learn more and register at www.carnegielibrary.org/battleofthebooks If you’re interested … Continued
Battle of the Books 2019: 6th Grade Booklist
6th Grade Battle February 19th, 2019 CLP – East Liberty | CLP – Main | CLP – Squirrel Hill Learn more and register at www.carnegielibrary.org/battleofthebooks If you’re interested in audio … Continued
Battle of the Books 2019: 9th-12th Grade Booklist
9th-12th Grade Battle March 5th, 2019 CLP – East Liberty | CLP – Main | CLP – Squirrel Hill Learn more and register at www.carnegielibrary.org/battleofthebooks If you’re interested in audio … Continued
Graphic Novel Adventures
You do not have to be a kid to enjoy these fun graphic novel adventures.