Annual Reading Challenge
The Book Lovers Reading Challenge is a year-long, fun way to explore different literary genres! Step out of your comfort zone & broaden your horizons with something different each month.
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American Book Awards
The American Book Awards were created to provide recognition for outstanding literary achievement from the entire spectrum of America’s diverse literary community.
Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) Book & Media Awards
The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) is the world’s largest organization dedicated to the support and enhancement of library service to children.
Caldecott Medal Award
The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
Edgar Award
The Edgar® Awards are judged by volunteer committees of professional writers, who dedicate many hours to the process. These peer awards are given by Mystery Writers of America.
Man Booker Prize
Since 1969, the Booker Prizes have celebrated and championed great fiction.
National Book Awards
The National Book Foundation was founded in 1989 to administer the National Book Awards, which has been one of the most prestigious literary prizes in the country since 1950.
Pulitzer Prize
The Pulitzer Prizes site contains the complete list of Pulitzer Prize winners from 1917 (the first year the Prizes were awarded) to the present.
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Novelist
What to read next. Reading recommendations match the right book with the right person.
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New York Times Bestsellers
The most renowned bestseller lists from the New York Times Book Review.
Publishers’ Weekly Bestsellers
The well-known weekly magazine of the publishing and bookselling trades features bestseller lists for fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, audiobook titles and more. Also includes up-to-date articles on the bestselling titles.
USA Today’s Top Bestsellers
A weekly list, based on computer analysis of information from approximately 3000 diverse bookstores, of the top 150 titles sold nationwide.
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ALA’s resources for Book Groups
This guide provides general information about book groups, and resources for starting and guiding book discussion groups, as well as bibliographies on facilitating book discussion groups and selecting titles to discuss.
Classics Book Club
Revisit a favorite or discover a classic you’ve never read. The club meets at the library and tea and classic snacks are served. Members receive an email reminder prior to each meeting.
Oprah’s Book Club
Since 1996, Oprah’s Book Club has selected books that engender conversation, spark enlightenment, help launch emerging authors, and reacquaint us with the already prominent.
Random House Reader’s Circle
Random House Book Club (RHBC) draws readers and books together by recommending compelling stories.
Reading Group Choices
Recommending new books each month to spark lively conversation.
Reading Group Guides
The online community for reading groups.
The Today Show Book Club
TODAY’s list of the best books to read. Find book recommendations for everyone.
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Booklist Section
Reviews you can trust by professionals, for professionals. Grade range in every youth book review.
Bookreporter.com
Current reviews and searchable back issues, a source used by many librarians for new book selection.
New York Review of Books
Major writers discuss current books, authors and important issues on American life, culture and politics.
New York Times Sunday Book Review
Recognized around the world as one of the finest print sources for book reviews.
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Book Reviews for Children
Carol Hurst’s Children’s Literature Site
Reviews of children’s books arranged by title, author, book type and grade level, along with activities for teaching particular subjects and themes.
Kirkus’ Children’s and Teen Book Reviews
Kirkus lists focus on diversity in adult, children’s, and young adult literature and are the result of a process that builds on the diverse voices of Kirkus’ reviewers, and the work of the editors of Kirkus Reviews, with input from diversity experts, ensuring that our selections meet current standards of accuracy, sensitivity, and respect.
The Children’s Book Reviews
The Children’s Book Review has been helping kids discover a love of reading since 2008. We search for the best books for all ages, write reviews and book lists, and interview children’s book authors and illustrators.
The NY Times’ Children’s Book Reviews
Reviews of and essays about children’s books from The New York Times.
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100 Favorite Mysteries of the Century
In 200 members of the Independent Mystery Booksellers Association looked back 100 years through the last century and compiled this list of favorites.
100 Great 20th Century Works of Fiction by Women
Feminista!, an online journal of art, literature and social commentary, created this list of 100 great works of fiction written by women during the last century.
African-American Literature Book Club
Explore the world of African-American literature with links to authors, poets, books, reviews, events, chat and more.
Bookreporter.com
Find your next read here by reading book reviews, author interviews, book excerpts and Bookreporter.com newsletters. Find links to sites for kids and teens, reading groups and authors.
LibraryThing
Booklists arranged alphabetically by title.
Modern Library: 100 Best Novels
This news-making list of 100 Best Novels was created by a group of writers, historians and critics. Because it contains few minority, women or contemporary authors, the list created controversy. For comparison the site includes an alternative list of the 100 Best Novels chosen by readers.
YALSA Booklists
The Young Adult Library Services division of the American Library Association lists its annual “Best Books” and “Quick Pick” choices for young adult/teen readers.
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Historical
Uchronia: The Alternate History List
Highlights novels that start with a known point of history and explore other paths history might have taken. What if Napoleon had escaped and gone to America? What if the British had won the American Revolutionary War?
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Mystery
Mystery Readers International
MRI is the largest mystery fan/reader organization in the world, is open to all readers, fans, critics, editors, publishers, and writers.
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Romance
All About Romance
Lots of goodies here for the romance-lover: reviews (including the best “Desert Island” picks), discussion groups, parodies, contests and more. Cast your vote for the best and worst book covers!
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Science Fiction and Fantasy
Locus Online
The online version of the monthly magazine that gives “news, reviews, resources and perspectives” on the world of science fiction. Packed with material for the SF reader including interviews and short reviews of hundreds of books from years past.
Science Fiction and Fantasy World
This highly interactive site invites users to submit reviews, articles and stories. It also offers reviews of books, stories, TV shows and movies, book excerpts and links to author sites.
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Westerns
Roundup Magazine
The online (and somewhat reduced in content) edition of Roundup Magazine, published by the Western Writers of America. Includes reviews of western novels as well as information about publishing westerns
Western Writers of America
The official web site of the Western Writers of America. Read Roundup magazine, find author contacts and information about the Spur Award and lists of winning works.
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What’s Next?
A great site for readers to find information concerning adult fiction series. The What’s Next™: Books in Series database was developed and is maintained by the Kent District (MI) Library.
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Virtual Author Visits
Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.
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Annual Reading Challenge
The Book Lovers Reading Challenge is a year-long, fun way to explore different literary genres! Step out of your comfort zone & broaden your horizons with something different each month.
No post found
American Book Awards
The American Book Awards were created to provide recognition for outstanding literary achievement from the entire spectrum of America’s diverse literary community.
Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) Book & Media Awards
The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) is the world’s largest organization dedicated to the support and enhancement of library service to children.
Caldecott Medal Award
The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
Edgar Award
The Edgar® Awards are judged by volunteer committees of professional writers, who dedicate many hours to the process. These peer awards are given by Mystery Writers of America.
Man Booker Prize
Since 1969, the Booker Prizes have celebrated and championed great fiction.
National Book Awards
The National Book Foundation was founded in 1989 to administer the National Book Awards, which has been one of the most prestigious literary prizes in the country since 1950.
Pulitzer Prize
The Pulitzer Prizes site contains the complete list of Pulitzer Prize winners from 1917 (the first year the Prizes were awarded) to the present.
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Novelist
What to read next. Reading recommendations match the right book with the right person.
No post found
New York Times Bestsellers
The most renowned bestseller lists from the New York Times Book Review.
Publishers’ Weekly Bestsellers
The well-known weekly magazine of the publishing and bookselling trades features bestseller lists for fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, audiobook titles and more. Also includes up-to-date articles on the bestselling titles.
USA Today’s Top Bestsellers
A weekly list, based on computer analysis of information from approximately 3000 diverse bookstores, of the top 150 titles sold nationwide.
No post found
ALA’s resources for Book Groups
This guide provides general information about book groups, and resources for starting and guiding book discussion groups, as well as bibliographies on facilitating book discussion groups and selecting titles to discuss.
Classics Book Club
Revisit a favorite or discover a classic you’ve never read. The club meets at the library and tea and classic snacks are served. Members receive an email reminder prior to each meeting.
Oprah’s Book Club
Since 1996, Oprah’s Book Club has selected books that engender conversation, spark enlightenment, help launch emerging authors, and reacquaint us with the already prominent.
Random House Reader’s Circle
Random House Book Club (RHBC) draws readers and books together by recommending compelling stories.
Reading Group Choices
Recommending new books each month to spark lively conversation.
Reading Group Guides
The online community for reading groups.
The Today Show Book Club
TODAY’s list of the best books to read. Find book recommendations for everyone.
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Booklist Section
Reviews you can trust by professionals, for professionals. Grade range in every youth book review.
Bookreporter.com
Current reviews and searchable back issues, a source used by many librarians for new book selection.
New York Review of Books
Major writers discuss current books, authors and important issues on American life, culture and politics.
New York Times Sunday Book Review
Recognized around the world as one of the finest print sources for book reviews.
No post found
Book Reviews for Children
Carol Hurst’s Children’s Literature Site
Reviews of children’s books arranged by title, author, book type and grade level, along with activities for teaching particular subjects and themes.
Kirkus’ Children’s and Teen Book Reviews
Kirkus lists focus on diversity in adult, children’s, and young adult literature and are the result of a process that builds on the diverse voices of Kirkus’ reviewers, and the work of the editors of Kirkus Reviews, with input from diversity experts, ensuring that our selections meet current standards of accuracy, sensitivity, and respect.
The Children’s Book Reviews
The Children’s Book Review has been helping kids discover a love of reading since 2008. We search for the best books for all ages, write reviews and book lists, and interview children’s book authors and illustrators.
The NY Times’ Children’s Book Reviews
Reviews of and essays about children’s books from The New York Times.
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100 Favorite Mysteries of the Century
In 200 members of the Independent Mystery Booksellers Association looked back 100 years through the last century and compiled this list of favorites.
100 Great 20th Century Works of Fiction by Women
Feminista!, an online journal of art, literature and social commentary, created this list of 100 great works of fiction written by women during the last century.
African-American Literature Book Club
Explore the world of African-American literature with links to authors, poets, books, reviews, events, chat and more.
Bookreporter.com
Find your next read here by reading book reviews, author interviews, book excerpts and Bookreporter.com newsletters. Find links to sites for kids and teens, reading groups and authors.
LibraryThing
Booklists arranged alphabetically by title.
Modern Library: 100 Best Novels
This news-making list of 100 Best Novels was created by a group of writers, historians and critics. Because it contains few minority, women or contemporary authors, the list created controversy. For comparison the site includes an alternative list of the 100 Best Novels chosen by readers.
YALSA Booklists
The Young Adult Library Services division of the American Library Association lists its annual “Best Books” and “Quick Pick” choices for young adult/teen readers.
No post found
Historical
Uchronia: The Alternate History List
Highlights novels that start with a known point of history and explore other paths history might have taken. What if Napoleon had escaped and gone to America? What if the British had won the American Revolutionary War?
No post found
Mystery
Mystery Readers International
MRI is the largest mystery fan/reader organization in the world, is open to all readers, fans, critics, editors, publishers, and writers.
No post found
Romance
All About Romance
Lots of goodies here for the romance-lover: reviews (including the best “Desert Island” picks), discussion groups, parodies, contests and more. Cast your vote for the best and worst book covers!
No post found
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Locus Online
The online version of the monthly magazine that gives “news, reviews, resources and perspectives” on the world of science fiction. Packed with material for the SF reader including interviews and short reviews of hundreds of books from years past.
Science Fiction and Fantasy World
This highly interactive site invites users to submit reviews, articles and stories. It also offers reviews of books, stories, TV shows and movies, book excerpts and links to author sites.
No post found
Westerns
Roundup Magazine
The online (and somewhat reduced in content) edition of Roundup Magazine, published by the Western Writers of America. Includes reviews of western novels as well as information about publishing westerns
Western Writers of America
The official web site of the Western Writers of America. Read Roundup magazine, find author contacts and information about the Spur Award and lists of winning works.
No post found
Booklist
The online version of the journal published by the American Library Association. A great resource for reviews of current books and media for adults, teens and children. Also includes interviews with authors and booklists.
BookWire
A comprehensive online source for book industry news, features, book reviews, guides to literary events, author interviews and thousands of annotated links to other book-related sites.
Library Journal Digital
Use the online version of a librarians’ trusted review source for a sampling of “Hot Picks,” “Prepub Alerts” (books to be published in coming months), “Classic Returns” (reprinted titles) and reviews of books and media for adults, teens and children.
Project Gutenberg
Since 1971 Project Gutenberg has been at work to make available as much of the world’s literature as possible in e-text form. Here you will find a library of electronically stored books, mostly classics. These “public domain” titles can be downloaded for free and viewed offline.
Publishers Weekly
News from the book publishing and selling trades with lists of current bestsellers and reviews of new titles.
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What’s Next?
A great site for readers to find information concerning adult fiction series. The What’s Next™: Books in Series database was developed and is maintained by the Kent District (MI) Library.
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Virtual Author Visits
Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.
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