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Shelia Mawdsley did everything from answering questions at the Reference Desk to tech training to running a classic lit book club in her 17 years in public libraries. Now she helps other public libraries make the most of their OverDrive collections. In her spare time, she’s either writing or reading, usually with an opera playing in the background. If you ever run into her, ask Shelia about #WITMonth.

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A selection of books and films by AAPI authors or with AAPI actors

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Find books by AAPI authors on Libby and must-watch films starring AAPI actors on Kanopy that celebrate the talents of this vibrant community. 

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16 books & movies to read and watch for Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Celebrate the talents of this vibrant community.

Annie Suhy has been working in the book industry since 2006. When she’s not working, practicing yoga, or petting cats, she’s doing paint-by-numbers and buying more plants. An avid poetry fan, her favorite collection is "The Splinter Factory" by Jeffrey McDaniel.

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Collage of book covers that were released in May 2024

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Explore the most anticipated books hitting shelves this May in the Libby reading app from your library.

May 2024’s biggest books

Explore the most anticipated books hitting shelves this month.

Sarah Filiberto spent 10 years in public libraries planning programs, doing community outreach and answering every question under the sun. In her spare time, she loves to craft and try new hobbies, go to comic cons and spoil her pets, not necessarily in that order. 

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Starry sky and the headline: Star Wars Reading List

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Celebrate Star Wars Day with these 9 book recommendations for younglings to Jedi Knights and every age in between on the Libby app. 

May the 4th be with you: A Star Wars reading list

Celebrate Star Wars Day with a book for everyone from younglings to Jedi Knights.

Kyle Lewis is a writer for Libby Life and technical writer at OverDrive. Studying philosophy in college, Kyle developed a particular appreciation for short, clear writing. When not scribbling, he can most often be found reading weird fiction, playing cards, or wandering the metro parks.

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Manga style graphic of a girl sitting with headline "Animated Films & Manga to Check Out Now"

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If you can’t get enough of the Japanese comic and cartoon format, binge-read and watch these picks, available in Libby and Kanopy.

What to read & watch if you’re a fan of manga and anime

If you can’t get enough of the Japanese comic and cartoon format, check out these recommendations next.

Book covers featuring "Romancing Mister Bridgerton" most prominently with headline: "Dear reader, if you liked..." 

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If you love Bridgerton, check out the book series and find more steamy Regency romance on the Libby app. 

Lady Whistledown recommends: What to read next if you love Bridgerton

Get ready for the newest season of Bridgerton with these books.

Meghan Volchko is a writer for Libby Life and a collection development librarian. Her English degree set her up perfectly for grad school, where she received her MLIS and has been immersed in the world of books ever since. You can find her reading with her cat, traveling with her friends and family, or chasing after her toddler. HEAs are life.

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A tablet featuring the book "Milk and Honey" with a phone playing Taylor Swift's new album with the headline: The Tortured Poets Department Book and Song Pairings

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Find a new book on the Libby app, perfectly synced to the vibes of your favorite track from Taylor Swift's latest album.

In my reading era: Book & song pairings from The Tortured Poets Department

Find a new read that's perfectly synced to the vibes of your favorite track from Taylor Swift's latest album.

Table with oysters and wine and a tablet featuring "The Paris Novel"

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Food writer Ruth Reichl dishes up a delectable new novel available on Libby that takes readers through the food, art, and fashion scenes of 1980s Paris.

A delicious new story of self-discovery in “The Paris Novel” by Ruth Reichl

The acclaimed food writer dishes up a delectable new adventure through the food, art, and fashion scenes of 1980s Paris.

Tori Casper is a collection development librarian at OverDrive, where she helps public libraries build and highlight their digital collections. Outside of work and reading, she enjoys hiking, gardening, wildlife photography, and planning trips to national parks. Tori is always happy to discuss all the books with strong nature settings.

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Featured gardening books with decorative flowers and a dirt background

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Start a new garden or get tips to enhance your yard and beds with  this fresh crop of gardening books for all experience levels on the Libby app. 

9 gardening books to dig into for beginners to green thumbs

Celebrate Earth Day with these tips for a great garden.

Illustrated ram and headline: Taurus Book Picks

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The determined and ambitious pleasure-seekers of the zodiac, Taurus will love these books picked just for them on the Libby reading app.

Books for Taurus: Our picks for the sensual readers of the zodiac

Check out these reads for the determined and ambitious pleasure-seekers of the zodiac.

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Find out about all the “extras” you can discover in the Libby app beyond your favorite books. 

Explore a little something “Extra” in the Libby app

There's more to discover beyond the books in Libby.

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