Featured Lists
Easy-to-Read Books to Make You Smarter & Change Your Outlook
Unlock the secrets to a smarter, more informed you with these acclaimed books to boost your intelligence & change the way you see the world.
Nonfiction Spotlight
Explore the world between the covers of a book!
Easy-to-Read Books to Make You Smarter & Change Your Outlook
Unlock the secrets to a smarter, more informed you with these acclaimed books to boost your intelligence & change the way you see the world.
Revolutionary Queer Nonfiction
This list focuses on queer experiences around the world and the richly diverse queer traditions.
Authorama365 - Live Virtual Author Talks
Author talk with #1 NYT bestselling author Tiffany Jewel
Jun 20th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Unpacking a History of Systemic Racism in the American Education System with Tiffany Jewell
Visit to Deckawoo Drive with Mercy Watson & Kate DiCamillo
Jul 9th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us for a visit to Deckawoo Drive with everyone’s favorite adventure loving pig, Mercy Watson!
Surviving Summer: The Last Kids on Earth and Max Brallier
Jul 16th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us to talk with New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth!
Power of Poetry with Bestselling Author Elizabeth Acevedo
Jul 23rd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
You’re invited to learn about the power of poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo!
Book Clubs –
 We’ve Got You Covered
Find a Book Club
Book clubs are a great way to connect with other book lovers and find fantastic new reads. HCPL has book clubs for a wide variety of interests. Find out what we're reading, register and we'll see you there!
Book Club Events
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New Titles in Print
Spotlight on Comics & Graphic Novels
What's better than a great book? A great book with great artwork! HCPL has graphic novels for adults, teens and kids in print and eBook formats
Staff Lists
Comics for Comicpalooza!
Comicpalooza 2024 is packed with a lot of great guests, especially when it comes to comic book creators. Check them out!
Nothing But Net: Basketball Books for Teens
A small selection of young adult books about basketball featuring graphic novels, eBooks and print.
She's Got Game!
We live in the time of Simone Biles, Caitlin Clark, and Sabrina Ionescu! Let's recognize them and other female athletes making history!
New eBooks
Tools & Resources for Readers
Author Alerts!
Get a text or email when we order new titles by your favorite authors!
Novelist Plus
Reading suggestions for both fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages.
Novelist K-8 Plus
Reading suggestions for both fiction and nonfiction for readers in grades K-12.
Gale Books & Authors
Answer the age-old question, 'What do I read next?' Search and match reading interests to books, authors, genres, or topics.