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Books Written in Only One Sentence
The 2026 Pulitzer Prize for fiction went to Angel Down, a book written in one sentence, and it's not the first book written that way!
Nonfiction Spotlight
Explore the world between the covers of a book!
Spring into Reading: Nonfiction Early Readers
Nonfiction books for kids in Preschool to Early Elementary (PK-3rd grade).
40 years since Chernobyl Disaster
April 26 marks the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster. Learn more about what happened and its global repercussions.
Spring into Reading: Nonfiction Early Readers
Nonfiction books for kids in Preschool to Early Elementary (PK-3rd grade).
40 years since Chernobyl Disaster
April 26 marks the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster. Learn more about what happened and its global repercussions.
Authorama365 - Live Virtual Author Talks
Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig
Jun 3rd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution…
Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman
Jun 11th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman
Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page
Jun 18th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
VARIETY AND LIFESTYLE Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page Author, Creative Entrepreneur,…
Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy
Jun 23rd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and…
Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig
Jun 3rd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution…
Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman
Jun 11th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman
Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page
Jun 18th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
VARIETY AND LIFESTYLE Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page Author, Creative Entrepreneur,…
Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy
Jun 23rd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and…
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
DC Hopecore
Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman stories of perseverance, strength, and possibility. When everything seems lost, they help us carry on.
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
DC Hopecore
Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman stories of perseverance, strength, and possibility. When everything seems lost, they help us carry on.
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
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.