Why do humans choose to travel? Are we in search of something we can’t find at home? The featured authors ponder this and other questions.
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The MAPSO community is fortunate to have a rich literary arts community, and this year many of our local authors have published new books!
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July 1st was Canada Day! Most readers are familiar with Canadian authors Margaret Atwood and Louise Penny. The following Canadian authors also deserve a wider audience.
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Once again, we celebrate our LGBGTIA family members, friends, neighbors, co-workers, community and selves, in all our glorious diversity.
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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a selection of new books honoring the culture, history, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander writers.
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Are people who need people REALLY the luckiest people in the world?
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The Maplewood Memorial Library Trustees sent this letter to NYC Mayor Adams and the Presidents of NYPL, Brooklyn Public Library and Queens Public Library.
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NATIONAL POETRY MONTH
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In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re examining the lives and work of the following formidable women.
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This Valentine’s Day we’re looking at a swoon-worthy selection of new and diverse romances on our shelves at Maplewood Library’s Adult Services location at 129 Boyden Avenue.
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Maplewood Library is happy to announce that Eliza Minot will be the recipient of the 2023 Maplewood Literary Award.
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In honor of Black History Month, we’ll look at fiction and nonfiction from authors of the African diaspora.
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Sisters refers primarily to women who share the same parents, but “sister” has many other meanings as well: a term of endearment, describing comrades, friends, women who share a deep bond…
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Winter is the perfect time of year to indulge in some feel-good reading. Here is a selection of recent titles to spark a bit of joy and offer comfort when you need it most.
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