Featured Lists
Celebrate Earth Day with Enthralling Eco Non-Fiction Reads
These nonfiction reads explore the beauty of the world, from microorganisms to vast ecosystems, showcasing Earth's delicate balance of life.
Nonfiction Spotlight
Explore the world between the covers of a book!
Sustainable Houston Gardening
Gardening tips and tricks specifically for thriving plants in the Houston area
Pioneering Women of Hollywood
Hollywood, from its earliest days, was built by women directors, writers, and other less high profile roles.
Sustainable Houston Gardening
Gardening tips and tricks specifically for thriving plants in the Houston area
Pioneering Women of Hollywood
Hollywood, from its earliest days, was built by women directors, writers, and other less high profile roles.
Authorama365 - Live Virtual Author Talks
A Conversation with Bestselling Author Gregg Hurwitz
Apr 24th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Do you love action-packed adventure? Are you ready for the thrill? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling
A Live Virtual Event with Dr. David H. Rosmarin
May 7th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it.
Live Virtual Event with Author Liann Zhang
May 14th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about…
Live Virtual Event with Author Rachelle Bergstein
May 21st | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius…
A Conversation with Bestselling Author Gregg Hurwitz
Apr 24th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Do you love action-packed adventure? Are you ready for the thrill? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling
A Live Virtual Event with Dr. David H. Rosmarin
May 7th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it.
Live Virtual Event with Author Liann Zhang
May 14th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about…
Live Virtual Event with Author Rachelle Bergstein
May 21st | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius…
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
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
Nothing But Net: Basketball Books for Teens
A small selection of young adult books about basketball featuring graphic novels, eBooks and print.
2025 Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List- Grades 9-12
Selections featuring American-style graphic novels from the 2025 TLA Maverick List. For the full list, visit https://bit.ly/4hzLslW
2025 Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List- Grades 6-8
Graphic Novels for teens in grades 6-8. This list highlights the American style graphic novel titles on the 2025 award list.
Nothing But Net: Basketball Books for Teens
A small selection of young adult books about basketball featuring graphic novels, eBooks and print.
2025 Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List- Grades 9-12
Selections featuring American-style graphic novels from the 2025 TLA Maverick List. For the full list, visit https://bit.ly/4hzLslW
2025 Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List- Grades 6-8
Graphic Novels for teens in grades 6-8. This list highlights the American style graphic novel titles on the 2025 award list.
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.