10 Books for Fans of Dungeons & Dragons
by Alex Kohn, YA Information Assistant, Mulberry Street Library
December 16, 2020
Dungeons and Dragons, colloquially known as DnD or D&D, is experiencing a bit of a resurgence in popularity. First published in 1974, this tabletop role playing game is an enduring example of collaborative storytelling. If you enjoy playing D&D, consuming D&D content, or just want to see what all the fuss is about, here are some books to get you started.
Pearl Harbor & Japanese American Internment: Books for Children & Teens
by Ruth Guerrier-Pierre, Children's Librarian, Kips Bay Library
December 7, 2020
The books below, for children and teens, are a mixture of fiction and nonfiction books to learn more about this event, its aftermath and the effect the internment and anti-Japanese sentiment had on individuals, families and communities.
Blast from the Past: Historical Fiction Manga
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
November 13, 2020
Travel to the past with these fantastic historical fiction manga!
A Veterans Day Booklist for Children & Teens
by Ruth Guerrier-Pierre, Children's Librarian, Kips Bay Library
November 10, 2020
These titles—for young children, middle grades and teens—explore themes of loss, change and honor.
A Beginner's Guide to Classic Manga
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
November 3, 2020
These must-read manga books have impacted the literary or pop culture landscapes in some major, long-lasting ways.
25 Writing Contests and Publication Opportunities for Teens
by Marianna Vertsman, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
October 26, 2020
A list of writing contests, competitions, publishing opportunities, and scholarships for high school students.
More Dark, Creepy, Scary, Spooky Crossover Books
by Andrea Lipinski, Senior Young Adult Librarian, Kingsbridge Library
October 23, 2020
Here is a list of great crossover books (that is, for older children and younger teens) about lots of scary subjects. You’ll find plenty of ghosts, witches, vampires, demons, and other things that will keep you in suspense!
Award-Winning Manga 3: Shonen Category
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
October 22, 2020
What is Shōnen? In short, Shōnen manga are Japanese comic books aimed at a young male audience. If you are looking for stories about adventure, friendship, and action, then you’re in luck!
125 Books We Love for Teens: A YA Librarian’s Tales of Censorship, Meeting Authors, Working with Teens and Falling in Love with Books
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
October 21, 2020
One librarian's stories of the books, teens and authors who have impacted her life and career.
Spooky, Bone-Chilling Tales for Middle Graders & Young Adults
by Ruth Guerrier-Pierre, Children's Librarian, Kips Bay Library
October 19, 2020
Turn off your lights, turn on your flashlights and be prepared to be spooked by these thrilling tales.
125 Books We Love For Teens: Books to Fit Your Mood
by Andrea Lipinski, Senior Young Adult Librarian, Kingsbridge Library
September 22, 2020
Have you checked out NYPL’s newest teen book list yet? You’ll find old and new titles in all different genres, so you’ll definitely find something you’ll enjoy on this list. I have plenty of recommendations, but which ones I’d want to read first would depend on my mood ...
Award-Winning Manga 2: Shojo Category
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
September 18, 2020
Shōjo manga are Japanese comic books aimed at a young, female audience. Teenagers are typically the target demographic, but really these titles are accessible to anyone.
Award-Winning Manga 1: General Category
by Amanda Pagan, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
September 8, 2020
Trying to sift through the staggering amount of manga currently available can seem very daunting. Fortunately, a multitude of international committees have taken over the task for us.
The Past and Future of Teen Programs at the Kingsbridge Library
by Andrea Lipinski, Senior Young Adult Librarian, Kingsbridge Library
August 28, 2020
When COVID-19 happened, our programs were cut short and I was never able to give my teens their send-off in person. But I did want to let them know how much we appreciated all the great work they did to benefit our library, and give a virtual send-off instead!
Word Search Puzzles to Celebrate NYPL125
by Andrea Lipinski, Senior Young Adult Librarian, Kingsbridge Library
August 20, 2020
Please enjoy these puzzles based on some of our most checked out books.
Women's Suffrage Reads for Fiction Lovers
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
August 19, 2020
Adult, young adult and children's historical fiction, romances and mystery series set during the suffrage era and involving suffragists.
The Heir Affair and a Royal Romance Roundup
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
July 20, 2020
A round-up of adult and young adult royal romances, old and new, to keep you busy all summer long.
Dark Academia: Murder, Magic & Madness
by Anne Rouyer, Supervising Librarian, Mulberry Street Library
May 22, 2020
Dark magic, svengali professors, mentally disturbed students, psychotic cliques and vanishing friends...
Comfort Reading, Watching, Listening, & Eating
by Andrea Lipinski, Senior Young Adult Librarian, Kingsbridge Library
May 5, 2020
Explore these links if you want to boost your morale, give yourself a change of perspective, or just get out of your own head for a while.
Advice for Working Through or Starting Your TBR (To Be Read) Pile Right Now
by Andrea Lipinski, Senior Young Adult Librarian, Kingsbridge Library
April 30, 2020
You might be reading through your TBR pile faster than before or you might be feeling less motivation to read anything at all. Both are ok!
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