Featured Lists
Dancing about Architecture: A Mixtape
Books about music and the ways we use it for everything from the relief of existential pain to a lens through which to examine history.
Nonfiction Spotlight
Explore the world between the covers of a book!
Dancing about Architecture: A Mixtape
Books about music and the ways we use it for everything from the relief of existential pain to a lens through which to examine history.
A History of the World In...
Have you ever wanted to explore world history but didn't know where to start? Try one of these Histories of the World.
Authorama365 - Live Virtual Author Talks
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!
Telling Your Own Story in a Graphic Novel with Dan Santat
Jul 30th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us with National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their stories.
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
True Colors
YA graphic novels that explore different experiences and identities within the LGBTQ+ community!
Comics for Comicpalooza!
Comicpalooza 2024 is packed with a lot of great guests, especially when it comes to comic book creators. Check them out!
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.