EPL Picks
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EPL Picks - Featured
Quick and Easy Literary Reads
Short, beautifully written books that fit busy lives and help you rediscover the joy of reading without a big time commitment.
Books That Make You Look Cool on Your Commute
Turn your commute into a reading moment. These stylish, conversation-starting books make it easy to love reading on the go.
Mood Reads
Whatever you’re feeling, there’s a book for it. Let your next read match your mood or help change it entirely.
Cancel Your Plans! The Unputdownable Booklist
These page-turners pull you right back into reading, keeping you up late, missing stops, and happily canceling plans.
Quick and Easy Literary Reads
Short, beautifully written books that fit busy lives and help you rediscover the joy of reading without a big time commitment.
Books That Make You Look Cool on Your Commute
Turn your commute into a reading moment. These stylish, conversation-starting books make it easy to love reading on the go.
Mood Reads
Whatever you’re feeling, there’s a book for it. Let your next read match your mood or help change it entirely.
Cancel Your Plans! The Unputdownable Booklist
These page-turners pull you right back into reading, keeping you up late, missing stops, and happily canceling plans.
Adult Picks
EPL Picks - Featured
Oscar-Worthy Animation
The Oscars introduced the Best Animated category in 2001, but amazing animation has been captivating audiences for decades. Check our picks!
Live Like an Artist
Carve out time to create! Inspired by Shawna Lemay, these books will help you imagine, invent, and live like an artist.
Formula 1 Faves
Waiting for the F1 season? EPL has the ultimate lineup to feed your speed obsession. Lights out, away we go!
Understanding Ramadan and Islam
From faith to food, explore Ramadan, Islam, and Eid al-Fitr with books and inspiring recipes.
Oscar-Worthy Animation
The Oscars introduced the Best Animated category in 2001, but amazing animation has been captivating audiences for decades. Check our picks!
Live Like an Artist
Carve out time to create! Inspired by Shawna Lemay, these books will help you imagine, invent, and live like an artist.
Formula 1 Faves
Waiting for the F1 season? EPL has the ultimate lineup to feed your speed obsession. Lights out, away we go!
Understanding Ramadan and Islam
From faith to food, explore Ramadan, Islam, and Eid al-Fitr with books and inspiring recipes.
Kid Picks
EPL Picks - Kids Picks
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Learn about Neurodiversity Celebration Week with stories that help kids understand autism, ADHD, and the power of different minds.
Celebrating Eid-all-Fitr
Celebrate Eid al-Fitr! Learn about this “feast of breaking the fast” and discover stories about Ramadan and Eid traditions.
Oscar-Worthy Animation
The Oscars introduced the Best Animated category in 2001, but amazing animation has been captivating audiences for decades. Check our picks!
Discover Incredible Books for Spring Break!
Dive into exciting adventures, laugh-out-loud moments, and unforgettable characters that will keep your kids turning pages all break long.
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Learn about Neurodiversity Celebration Week with stories that help kids understand autism, ADHD, and the power of different minds.
Celebrating Eid-all-Fitr
Celebrate Eid al-Fitr! Learn about this “feast of breaking the fast” and discover stories about Ramadan and Eid traditions.
Oscar-Worthy Animation
The Oscars introduced the Best Animated category in 2001, but amazing animation has been captivating audiences for decades. Check our picks!
Discover Incredible Books for Spring Break!
Dive into exciting adventures, laugh-out-loud moments, and unforgettable characters that will keep your kids turning pages all break long.
Teen Picks
EPL Picks - YA Picks
Understanding Ramadan and Islam
From faith to food, explore Ramadan, Islam, and Eid al-Fitr with books and inspiring recipes.
Her Mystery Era - What is Taylor reading?
Taylor Swift says she loves audiobooks. She kept the rest secret, but we have ideas! Explore our Gothic reads and mysteries.
Buy Nothing Day
Skip spending this Buy Nothing Day and explore free books, films and resources at your library on repair, sustainability and upcycling.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Reads
See the University of Alberta’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Team tips for anyone starting a business or launching a social venture!
Understanding Ramadan and Islam
From faith to food, explore Ramadan, Islam, and Eid al-Fitr with books and inspiring recipes.
Her Mystery Era - What is Taylor reading?
Taylor Swift says she loves audiobooks. She kept the rest secret, but we have ideas! Explore our Gothic reads and mysteries.
Buy Nothing Day
Skip spending this Buy Nothing Day and explore free books, films and resources at your library on repair, sustainability and upcycling.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Reads
See the University of Alberta’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Team tips for anyone starting a business or launching a social venture!
Diverse Picks
EPL Picks - Diverse Picks
Stories of the Land for Kids
Indigenous Storytelling Month honours winter storytelling traditions that share language, teachings, history, and connection to land.
Métis Week 2025 Reads for Kids
Introduce kids to the rich heritage and culture of the Métis people through engaging and respectful stories.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Reads
In this list you'll find books exploring Canada’s dark history, intergenerational trauma, and paths toward healing and reconciliation.
Helping Children Understand Orange Shirt Day
Help children navigate this dark chapter of Canada's history and honour the resiliency of Indigenous peoples with these books.
Stories of the Land for Kids
Indigenous Storytelling Month honours winter storytelling traditions that share language, teachings, history, and connection to land.
Métis Week 2025 Reads for Kids
Introduce kids to the rich heritage and culture of the Métis people through engaging and respectful stories.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Reads
In this list you'll find books exploring Canada’s dark history, intergenerational trauma, and paths toward healing and reconciliation.
Helping Children Understand Orange Shirt Day
Help children navigate this dark chapter of Canada's history and honour the resiliency of Indigenous peoples with these books.