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Book Hunters List for Military Science Fiction
This personalized list was created by our expert Book Hunters team. Visit https://hcpl.net/book-hunters/ to request your own custom list.
Nonfiction Spotlight
Explore the world between the covers of a book!
2026 TOPAZ Nonfiction for K -2
This TLA TOPAZ list features fun, engaging nonfiction books for kids in Kindergarten to 2nd grade.
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 TOPAZ Nonfiction for K -2
This TLA TOPAZ list features fun, engaging nonfiction books for kids in Kindergarten to 2nd grade.
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.
Authorama365 - Live Virtual Author Talks
Swashbuckling Heroines & High Seas Adventures- Vanessa Riley
Feb 5th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Join us for an unforgettable experience as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk…
400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart
Feb 12th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic,…
Live and In-Person with Author Saadia Faruqi
Feb 14th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Harris County Public Library is thrilled to welcome acclaimed author Saadia Faruqi to discuss her newest book Some of Us Are Brave.
Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Curator Tom Crouch
Feb 24th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting…
Swashbuckling Heroines & High Seas Adventures- Vanessa Riley
Feb 5th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Join us for an unforgettable experience as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk…
400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart
Feb 12th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic,…
Live and In-Person with Author Saadia Faruqi
Feb 14th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Harris County Public Library is thrilled to welcome acclaimed author Saadia Faruqi to discuss her newest book Some of Us Are Brave.
Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Curator Tom Crouch
Feb 24th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting…
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!
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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.