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Weird Girl Fiction
For the oddballs who embrace their strangeness and for those who love stories about complex female characters who go against the norm.
Nonfiction Spotlight
Explore the world between the covers of a book!
Hopecore Books!
Creative storytelling and hope are vital to building a better world. Here are some books to inspire you to imagine a brighter future!
Women You Haven't Heard Of Yet
For Women's History Month, here's a list of women who have made history but aren't quite as famous as Rosa Parks or Ruth Bader Ginsberg.
Hopecore Books!
Creative storytelling and hope are vital to building a better world. Here are some books to inspire you to imagine a brighter future!
Women You Haven't Heard Of Yet
For Women's History Month, here's a list of women who have made history but aren't quite as famous as Rosa Parks or Ruth Bader Ginsberg.
Authorama365 - Live Virtual Author Talks
Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis with Shoshana Walter
Mar 24th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara…
The History of Women Astronauts with Valerie Neal
Apr 2nd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's…
On Writing Action & Suspenseful Spycraft with Brad Taylor
Apr 14th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the…
Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Heller
Apr 22nd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new…
Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis with Shoshana Walter
Mar 24th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara…
The History of Women Astronauts with Valerie Neal
Apr 2nd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's…
On Writing Action & Suspenseful Spycraft with Brad Taylor
Apr 14th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the…
Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Heller
Apr 22nd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new…
Book Clubs –
 We’ve Got You Covered
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
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
2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction for Grades 6-8
TLA's 2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List! is packed with engaging nonfiction picks for grades 6-8.
2026 TAYSHAS List
The TAYSHAS aim to motivate young adults to become lifelong readers and participate in the community of readers in Texas. Grades 9–12
2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction for Grades 9-12
TLA's 2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List! is packed with engaging nonfiction picks for grades 9–12.
2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction for Grades 6-8
TLA's 2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List! is packed with engaging nonfiction picks for grades 6-8.
2026 TAYSHAS List
The TAYSHAS aim to motivate young adults to become lifelong readers and participate in the community of readers in Texas. Grades 9–12
2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction for Grades 9-12
TLA's 2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List! is packed with engaging nonfiction picks for grades 9–12.
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.
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.