Central Library: New & Novel
Boylston Street Building, First Floor
New & Novel is the spot in the Central Library in Copley Square to:
- Browse the Boston Public Library’s collection of new adult fiction and nonfiction books
- Read a current magazine
- Get ‘Lucky’ by checking out a title from the BPL’s Lucky Day Collection, our curated collection of popular and bestselling titles available for immediate checkout
- Chat with a librarian for reading recommendations
- Ask for help with accessing the BPL’s downloadable and streaming collections for eBooks, eAudiobooks, and music, and videos. Unable to visit us in person? Check out our Online Resources FAQs for answers to common questions about OverDrive, Hoopla, Kanoy, Flipster, and more.
If you are unable to visit New & Novel in person, you can still request a personalized reading list from one of the BPL’s reader services librarians online via Shelf Service.
Queer Lit Review: March 2025
This month: a queer Arthurian retelling, shepherdesses saving women amid animal attacks, and a pop culture essay collection
Black History Month, Its Founder, & Civil Rights Roots in MA
During February, the US takes a moment to explore, learn, appreciate, and acknowledge the culture and history of the African diaspora.
Black History Month in KBLIC
This month at KBLIC, we’ve been testing out new book display furniture just in time for Black History Month.
Queer Lit Review: March 2025
This month: a queer Arthurian retelling, shepherdesses saving women amid animal attacks, and a pop culture essay collection
Black History Month, Its Founder, & Civil Rights Roots in MA
During February, the US takes a moment to explore, learn, appreciate, and acknowledge the culture and history of the African diaspora.
Black History Month in KBLIC
This month at KBLIC, we’ve been testing out new book display furniture just in time for Black History Month.
BPL's Annually Published Booklists
Every year our librarians compile booklists that celebrate the diversity of our world. Check out a title today!
Legendary Ladies of the Appalachian Trail
Check out these inspiring titles from a handful of Appalachian Trail legends.
The Future is a Home We Build Together
A book list based on acts of solidarity with one another through community building, mutual aid, skill sharing, and direct action.
BPL's Annually Published Booklists
Every year our librarians compile booklists that celebrate the diversity of our world. Check out a title today!
Legendary Ladies of the Appalachian Trail
Check out these inspiring titles from a handful of Appalachian Trail legends.
The Future is a Home We Build Together
A book list based on acts of solidarity with one another through community building, mutual aid, skill sharing, and direct action.
