Posts from Bloomingdale Library

Do you like reading or are trying to get back into it, but don't have the time or focus for a long novel right now? Short stories may be just the cure for you.

Can't wait to travel but want to wait until it's safer to do so? There nothing wrong with researching beforehand, so you can be armed with the knowledge to travel safely.

Here are some books on learning the art of stoicism and focusing on what you control to help you through the mortal coil.

Whether you're looking to reinvent yourself or never quite found a style that suits you, here is a short list of books to help inspire a style change or upgrade.

If you're looking for some ideas on new dishes to make using your air fryer beyond your few go-tos, you're in luck!

Congratulations! It's a...plant! Here's a list of books to help you get started caring for plants and helping them thrive.

Cluttered rooms can make a cluttered mind, so why not get some inspiration on home organization and decluttering.

There is still enough time to get a cool recipe to make some sweet treats this summer.

With National Novel Writing Month upon us, take a look at some upcoming writing workshops to help you get inspired.

We asked the kids' author a few questions about his writing and what he likes to read.

Don't miss Scott Campbell in the KidsLIVE! author series. He will read from his new book Hug Machine at the Bloomingdale Library on April 28. We asked him a few questions about reading.

There is no way to accurately describe the impact Terry Pratchett and his works have made on the world. It is difficult enough to explain what they meant to me. I read my first Discworld book two years ago (Going Postal). As of this month, I have read 29 out the 40 books in the series and they have become an integral part of me.

No three words were ever sweeter to my ear than "Pitchers and catchers", followed by a date—this marks the very beginning of spring training! Here are some of my favorite non-fiction baseball reads to go with my favorite time of year.

On view now through February 26, 2014 at the Bloomingdale Library is NER BECK: West Side Window Reflections.

Visit NYPL's BiblioCommons for these lists and many more. You can also create your own and share them with us in the comments! See below for some interesting staff picks from the past month, on topics both timely and timeless:

Nonfiction Job Hunting Resources Most Talked About Female Biographies

Choices...

I would choose to have only 70 degree days throughout the summer, and a light breeze wafting through the air, plus a New York City to live in just as it is—but with affordable rents in midtown. Wouldn’t you? Unfortunately, these aren't choices I can make. But there is a world of choices that we can make to make our lives better, and to make an informed choice we should hear from the experts first.

Those over 50, or perhaps helping an older friend or family member with care and/or information, may want to come to one of the Consumer