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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
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.
Fall in Love with Love
Smart, funny rom-coms that remind you why love stories and reading them are always worth it.
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.
Fall in Love with Love
Smart, funny rom-coms that remind you why love stories and reading them are always worth it.
Kid Picks
EPL Picks - Kids Picks
Winter Stories for Little Readers
Discover winter stories about snow, cold days, and seasonal fun, including picture books, board books, and easy readers.
Family Reads: Front Desk Picture Book Read-alikes
Celebrate family, friendship, community, perseverance and cooperation with these picture books that pair perfectly with Front Desk.
Family Reads: Front Desk Read-alikes
Discover books that capture the spirit of Front Desk, highlighting family, friendship, community, teamwork and perseverance.
Métis Week 2025 Reads for Kids
Introduce kids to the rich heritage and culture of the Métis people through engaging and respectful stories.
Winter Stories for Little Readers
Discover winter stories about snow, cold days, and seasonal fun, including picture books, board books, and easy readers.
Family Reads: Front Desk Picture Book Read-alikes
Celebrate family, friendship, community, perseverance and cooperation with these picture books that pair perfectly with Front Desk.
Family Reads: Front Desk Read-alikes
Discover books that capture the spirit of Front Desk, highlighting family, friendship, community, teamwork and perseverance.
Métis Week 2025 Reads for Kids
Introduce kids to the rich heritage and culture of the Métis people through engaging and respectful stories.
Teen Picks
EPL Picks - YA Picks
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!
Cozy Fantasy and SciFi Reads
Take a break from action-packed fantasy and sci-fi with cozy comfort reads, perfect for fans of Becky Chambers and Travis Baldree.
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!
Cozy Fantasy and SciFi Reads
Take a break from action-packed fantasy and sci-fi with cozy comfort reads, perfect for fans of Becky Chambers and Travis Baldree.
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.