Welcome to the August 2021 edition of the Queer Fiction Blog! This month we have a music festival that brings two girls together, a graphic novel featuring friendship and roadkill, and a memoir about an abusive same-sex relationship…
Summer Reading for History/Historical Fiction Fans
By EileenSJuly 27, 2021
Take the time this summer to catch up on some of the latest must-read history/historical fiction books.
Now Read This! July 2021: Fiction Recommendations
By Meghan RobertsJuly 22, 2021
Our Now Read This! newsletters offer suggestions for your next read. Answer the questions to get a Fiction recommendation.
Reading Recommendations Based on the Books You’ve Already Read and Loved
By Meghan RobertsJuly 22, 2021
Need reading recommendations based on books you've already read and loved? Our librarians have you covered with recommendations based on the top five most checked-out books from the BPL in 2020.
Beyond Body Positivity: What is Joyful Movement?
By Sarah MahonJuly 20, 2021
The word exercise brings up a lot of feelings. There is another option - joyful movement. Joyful movement means moving your body in a way that is enjoyable for you.
Now Read This! July 2021: Science Fiction & Fantasy Recommendations
By Meghan RobertsJuly 9, 2021
Our Now Read This! newsletters offer suggestions for your next read. Answer the questions to get a Sci-Fi & Fantasy recommendation.
Teen Volunteer Review: The Lightning Thief
By LauraBJuly 6, 2021
Boston Public Library's teen volunteer program has gone remote! As part of this program, local high schoolers share their thoughts on books, movies, and more on our blog. This week, Jalissa Martins, a student at Boston Collegiate Charter School, is sharing her review of the ever-popular The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan. The Lightning Thief…
Now Read This! Genre Newsletter July 2021: Biography & Memoir Recommendations
By Meghan RobertsJuly 2, 2021
Our Now Read This! newsletters offer suggestions for your next favorite read, from hidden gems to the latest hot pick. Available in six genres, these newsletters include: a featured book of the month a special event worth checking out a curated selection of newly acquired and upcoming titles booklists for further reading Whether you prefer…
Queer Fiction Blog: July 2021
By JordanDJuly 1, 2021
Hello and welcome to the July 2021 edition of the Queer Fiction Blog! This month we have two teen girls falling in love against the 1950's backdrop of the Red Scare, two best friends in fifth grade starting their very first roller derby team, and a driven academic woman with no time for romance! We…
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