Book recommendations from the Lawrence Public Library staff of their favorite books they discovered in 2025 (Lawrence, KS).
A Last Stitch Effort
By mmoore
Teen Services Librarian Margo weaves the tale of the trials and tribulations to make three crafts from books in the library's collection before their blog deadline.
We Dewey Dare You to Take this Reading Challenge, Part 2
By gboyle
Community Resource Specialist Gabby explains the Dewey Dare challenge and provides lists of recommendations to get started!
We Dewey Dare You to Take this Reading Challenge, Part 1
By gboyle
Community Resource Specialist Gabby explains the Dewey Decimal system ahead of the upcoming Dewey Dare reading challenge this January.
Morriscopes for a New Year!
By amaddox
Morris had a tremendous year at the Lawrence Public Library, from LPL Con to Littles Dance Parties to Ride the Bus Storytime to checking out a bazillion books. In order to celebrate the wrapping up of 2025, and share ways to be more involved at the library and utilize its resources in 2026, Morris divined special Morriscopes for every star sign!
Youth Winter Break Reading Challenge 2025
By mmoore
Calling all kids and teens to enter the 2025 Winter Break Reading Challenge from December 15 through January 15!
Winter Storytime Break!
By mmoore
The Lawrence Public Library's Children's Department is taking a temporary break from hosting storytimes from December 19th to January 4th. In the meantime, this blog offers alternatives for you while you wait for them to return.
When Home Isn’t Home Anymore: An Interview with Daniel Miyares
By Dan Coleman
Join Senior Collection Development Librarian Dan Coleman as he interviews Daniel Miyares, the illustrator behind the new, coming-of-age graphic memoir, How to Say Goodbye in Cuban!
The Ultimate Local Bookish Gift Guide
By ahyde
LPLFF Program Coordinator Angela recommends great spots in downtown Lawrence, KS, to find the perfect holiday gifts for book lovers.
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