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"The Perks of Being a Wallflower," by Stephen Chbosky.

One for the Books: Up for a challenge? Naperville Public Library wants to take you on a reading journey

January 27, 2022 at 7:08 p.m.

Follow along with us this year as we take on the 2022 Amazing Book Challenge, which encourages readers to broaden their horizons by discovering new subjects and authors. To participate,...

One for the Books: Reading is sweet, and winter reading even sweeter when kids can earn prizes

December 21, 2021 at 4:47 p.m.

Naperville Public Library's Winter Reading Program is off to a winter-ful start. Running from Dec. 13 to Jan. 30, the annual program encourages children to continue reading during the cold...

One for the Books: Many of the best-loved holiday movies are based on books well worth reading

December 13, 2021 at 3:49 p.m.

'Tis the season for holiday movie marathons! Among classics like "Miracle on 34th Street," "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer'' and the hundreds of Hallmark movies available during this season are a...

One for the Books: Disabled may mean facing challenges but, as these books show, there’s no limit to living a full life

December 2, 2021 at 11:44 a.m.

According to data from 2020, more than 61 million adults in the U.S. — one in four — are living with a disability. These can include limits to mobility, cognition,...

Cartoonist and graphic memoirist Alison Bechdel explores the gulf between herself and her mother, a voracious reader, music lover passionate amateur actor whose struggle with mental health problems colored her childhood, in the memoir "Are You My Mother?"

One for the Books: Precariousness of mental health and its effect on others explored in books at Naperville Public Library

October 21, 2021 at 2:05 p.m.

Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. To raise awareness of these struggles, we recognize World Mental Health Day during the month of...

One for the Books: There’s nothing like a good book on a crisp autumn day, so why not ‘fall’ for the arts at the same time?

October 7, 2021 at 12:22 p.m.

Autumn is a season of change, not only in nature, but in perspective. For many, a new appreciation for leaves develops as they change from hues of green to brilliant...

One for the Books: Explore Hispanic culture by checking out these books or going to the first Hispanic Heritage Fest

September 14, 2021 at 5:12 p.m.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in September by choosing a title or two from Naperville Public Library's digital display. Our collection of books, movies, TV shows and audiobooks recognizes the indispensable...

One for the Books: Naperville library’s app can people with autism or sensory processing disorders enjoy their visit

August 24, 2021 at 5:14 p.m.

For people with autism or sensory processing disorders, going anywhere new can be challenging. Children especially need to know what to expect to have a successful outing, and prep work...

One for the Books: Communication’s the heart of every human connection, and nothing brings that message home more than books

August 10, 2021 at 6:36 p.m.

Communication is the essence of relationships. It allows people to not only explain their needs but helps them connect with others throughout their community. This month's Naperville Public Library's digital...

One for the books: Classic literature is more accessible than readers think

August 3, 2021 at 4:53 p.m.

To Kill a Mockingbird. 1984. Pride & Prejudice. Catch-22. Each of these novels is considered a timeless treasure, a piece of literature that impacted generations with its themes and social...

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