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8 New Titles from the 800s: Works of Literature and Works about Literature

Robust and diverse additions to the 800s collection include a literary globe-trotting volume, a study on the novel in the age of Amazon, and a handful of collected essays from eccentric, witty and sharp authors on issues of race, education, epidemics, climate change and gender. H...

Kathy's Korner - December New Fiction for Grades 3-8

A clickable list of recent chapter books and graphic novels for elementary and middle school readers.

Lit Lorie Loves – Picture Books About Food with Recipes

A baker’s dozen of picture books to read aloud with your kiddos and delicious-sounding recipes to make together. I included picture books with recipes from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Michelle's Real Reads

New Children's Nonfiction Book Recommendations African Icons: 10 People Who Shaped History by Tracey Baptiste, illustrated by Hillary D. Wilson Every year, American schoolchildren celebrate Black History Month. They study almost exclusively American stories, which are not only ...

To Read & to Give: Your Librarians' Top Books of 2021

Add to your to-be-read list and maybe your holiday gift list with your librarians' favorite books of the year. From literary fiction to memoir, there's a book for everyone! All titles are linked to the Lake Forest Library catalog.

Top Business Books of 2021

Find 12 of the top business books published in 2021, including titles to help manage your headspace, follow the growth of companies and executives, and books that write about hot topics from a business perspective. Titles are linked to the Lake Forest Library catalog.

Kathy's Korner - November New Fiction for Grades 3-8

A clickable list of recent chapter books and graphic novels for elementary and middle school readers.

Crafty Books for Holiday Gift Making and Ideas

Calling all crafters and non-crafters! Find 27 books of inspiration for what to make or get your friends, neighbors, and family this holiday season. Read on for at-home kids activities, ideas for gifts, and titles for specialized crafters interested in fabric arts, beauty products, beading, knitting, paper arts, and more. Most hands-on crafting making titles in the Lake Forest Library can be found around the 745 and 746 area of the Arts Room, with select titles on this list that are found elsewhere.

Michelle's Real Reads: Children's Nonfiction Book Recommendations

EJ Biographies About Interesting People ...

Risk is a Four-Letter Word

Discover five books on the topic of risk in investing. Find more books on investing at call number 332.6 in the business collection behind the adult reference desk. Then, join us on Nov. 9 at 7pm via Zoom for "Risk is a Four-Letter Word", featuring Registered Investment Advisor Ed Gjertsen II, CFP.