Back to School Books
Kate Wilson
Back to school season isn’t the same this year. With these new changes comes a mix of emotions. I've pulled together a great list of reads to help you weather the emotional rollercoaster.
Staycation "Booking"
Coleen McFarlane
With the long days of summer upon us, you may be in need of a break to step away from your everyday routine. A fun “staycation” activity is to enjoy a themed read linked to a tourist draw you can find locally.
Staff Picks: The Skin We're In
Catherine
Jennifer recently read The Skin We're In by Desmond Cole, a bestselling non-fiction title that documents examples of anti-black racism in Canada. Here is her review:
Staff Picks: Survivor Song
Catherine
Coleen recently read Survivor Song by Paul Tremblay, a fast paced thriller set amid an apocalyptic rabies outbreak. Here is her review:
Cottage Escapes
Coleen McFarlane
Another summer escape is the cottage – whether you are heading up to yours or simply dreaming of owning one (especially now), we have helpful books on keeping your cottage looking great, or fiction that will help you dream of that day.
Canadiana Cottage
Adventures in East Asia
Catherine
If my reading list is any indication, 2020 must be the year that East Asia-set books flooded the Western market. Whether literary fiction, historical fiction, fantasy or mystery, there is no shortage of compelling new novels set in this vast, diverse region. Some are new translations while others are English originals, but they will all suit armchair travelers desperate to immerse themselves in new cultures.
Staff Picks: Truths I Never Told You
Catherine
Marg recently enjoyed Truths I Never Told You, a novel by Kelly Rimmer that is perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult and Diane Chamberlain. Here is Marg's review:
Dog Days of Summer
Coleen McFarlane
The phrase "dog days of summer" is actually a reference to the fact that, during this time, the Sun occupies the same region of the sky as Sirius, the brightest star visible from any part of Earth and part of the constellation Canis Major, the Greater Dog. This is why Sirius is sometimes called the Dog Star. In the summer, Sirius rises and sets with the Sun.
Staff Picks: One Good Reason
Catherine
Julie, our Readers' Services Coordinator, recently enjoyed One Good Reason: a Memoir of Addiction and Recovery, Music and Love, a devastating yet hopeful memoir by Great Big Sea founder Sean McCann. Here is her review:
Curbside Service Update
Catherine
As you know, all branches of Lennox & Addington Libraries remain closed to the public until further notice due to provincial orders relating to COVID-19. In June, we launched curbside pickup at select branches and have been slowly expanding services. Here's the plan (so far) for July...
Schedule as of July 6th:
Amherstview: Tuesday (10am-2pm) & Thursday (4-8pm)
Napanee: Monday (10am-2pm) & Wednesday (4-8pm)
Tamworth: Saturday (10am-2pm)