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Published June 18, 2021 Submitted by: Nancy

Pride Month 2021

Published June 13, 2021 Submitted by: Kyle

Celebrate Pride Month by reading with the Library!

Mental Health Awareness Month

Published May 23, 2021 Submitted by: Bryan

June is Mental Health Awareness Month. These memoirs and nonfiction titles deal with mental illness by addressing things like depression, anxiety, OCD, and more. 

In Translation: Contemporary Latin American Authors

Published May 16, 2021 Submitted by: Catherine

Check out some of the best Latin American writing from the last 10 years (that has been translated into English).

Homelessness

Published April 18, 2021 Submitted by: Haley

Written by or about individuals who have experienced the struggles of homelessness, the books on this list include both memoirs and fiction titles. Each book provides the reader with new perspectives while also creating space for empathy-driven dialogue.

Asian Americans: history, experiences and writings

Published April 4, 2021 Submitted by: Tysha

To educate yourself on Asian American history, experiences, and writings try one or all of these books. 

LGBT Teen Reads Adults Will Love

Published March 28, 2021 Submitted by: Ember

The following selection of books features LGBT characters from differing cultural backgrounds dealing with everyday life and battling insurmountable odds. Featuring stories of magic, special abilities, financial hardship, love, and relationships with family and friends, these books are enjoyable to teens and adults of all ages. 

Working-Class Voices

Published February 28, 2021 Submitted by: Kyle

Dive into working-class voices and thought-provoking narratives about what it means to be an American worker.

Black History is American History

Published February 7, 2021 Submitted by: Miranda

In the words of activist Rachel Cargle, "Black history is American history." Open your eyes and ears to the stories of our country's history told by Black Americans.

Classics by Black Authors

Published February 4, 2021 Submitted by: Annie

Although the established canon of classic literature has historically excluded marginalized voices, Black authors have continued to write artful, influential works. Check out these classics by Black authors that you might not have read in school. 

Graphic Novels

Published December 22, 2020 Submitted by: Annie

Check out these Own Voices fiction and non-fiction graphic novels.

Black Money Matters

Published December 10, 2020 Submitted by: Aleah

Stretch that dollar further with help from these personal finance experts.

Anti-Racism Resources

Published December 1, 2020 Submitted by: Heather

The Library is a great resource for finding materials about fighting racism, with enlightening items available for everyone: kids, teens, and adults. Explore some of these resources to learn and grow in your knowledge of and commitment to anti-racism.

Indigenous Stories

Published November 15, 2020 Submitted by: Konrad

Indigenous Peoples' Day celebrates and honors Native American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. It is celebrated across the United States on the second Monday in October as a reclamation of Columbus Day. November is Native American Heritage Month. Discover stories by Indigenous authors with one of these titles.

Why Black Lives Matter: Links and Resources

Published November 10, 2020 Submitted by: Annie

View a list of resources which were recommended by a panel of artists, educators and historians during the Why Black Lives Matter webinar, which took place on Tuesday, October 20 and was facilitated by Jonathan Herbert, theater program head at Ozarks Technical Community College. A link to a recording of the webinar is included in the article.