The Greatest Commencement Speeches, in Book Form
by Carrie McBride, Communications
May 14, 2020
Perhaps the extra boost of inspiration grads need as they transition to a new phase of life with more uncertainty than ever.
Much Ado About Shakespeare: Modern Adaptations & Retellings
by Carrie McBride, Communications
April 23, 2020
These books take the central themes that Shakespeare explored and gives them new settings, characters and interpretations.
E-Books for Kids to Learn Coding at Home
by Carrie McBride, Communications
April 10, 2020
It's a parent-kid win-win.
Vintage Postcards to Celebrate Easter
by Carrie McBride, Communications
April 9, 2020
Who can ever get enough of bunnies playing baseball?
Expand Your Reading Horizons with a Selection from the International Booker Prize Shortlist
by Carrie McBride, Communications
April 2, 2020
The prize honors authors and translators equally.
Get Spirited Away by Books About Magic & Magicians
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 23, 2020
“Look at this life—all mystery and magic.” —Harry Houdini
Hang in There, Parents: Craft, Art & Activity E-Books to Help Keep Your Kids Busy
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 18, 2020
If you're looking for ideas of things to make and do, the Library has plenty of books to get you started.
NYPL Connect: Keep in Touch with Our Digital Resources
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 17, 2020
Sign up for the NYPL Connect e-newsletter to stay up-to-date with Library resources available during our temporary closure.
Help Fellow New Yorkers Out by "Returning" Digital Materials As Soon As You're Done
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 16, 2020
The sooner you return your digital materials, the sooner someone else can use them.
#LiteraryMarchMadness 2020: Book Series Edition
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 16, 2020
Who will prevail???
A Bit O' Blarney: Vintage St. Patrick's Day Postcards
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 12, 2020
"The day that brings a smile To every son and daughter Of dear old Erin's Isle"
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Putting a Book on Hold (But Were Afraid to Ask)
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 10, 2020
Placing a hold is only three simple steps: search, click, pick it up!
A Book List of Women Standing Up Around the World
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 6, 2020
Women are raising their voices and organizing for change across the globe.
Books to Celebrate
Great Books About Sleep That Are Worth Losing Sleep Over
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 5, 2020
Fiction, non-fiction and memoirs by epically bad sleepers.
Women's History Month Reads: "Ordinary" Women Who Made Extraordinary Contributions
by Carrie McBride, Communications
March 3, 2020
We may not know their names, but we can learn their stories and be inspired by their resolve, their sacrifices and their courage.
Celebrate Women's History Events With Us At the Library
by Carrie McBride, Communications
February 28, 2020
Movie screenings, author talks, poetry readings, a Women's Jazz Festival, a Jeopardy competition and much more.
To Have & To Hold: Download and Print Our 125 Books We Love List
by Carrie McBride, Communications
February 25, 2020
Tally up the ones you've read and circle what's next, bring copies to your book club group, mail one to a friend...
In a Mardi Gras Mood? Check Out These Mysteries Set in the Big Easy
by Carrie McBride, Communications
February 24, 2020
If you're looking for a dose of New Orleans, perhaps no other genre captures its distinctive culture like mysteries.
Uplifting Comfort Reads for Days When You Just Can't
by Carrie McBride, Communications
February 20, 2020
They're as good as a warm bowl of soup.
Was it Love at First Line? Match the Opening Sentence to the Book
by Carrie McBride, Communications
February 13, 2020
You only have one chance to make a first impression.