The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, providing patrons with free access to e-books, audiobooks, television shows, and more with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime, anywhere.

Summer Reading is in full swing at the library, and we are enjoying every minute of it! We invite everyone to join us next week for exciting programs for all ages.

On Monday at 1:00 p.m., teens can join Ms. Abby for ACPL Teen Hub. This program highlights why the library is the perfect place to relax, connect with friends, and simply enjoy being yourself.

On Tuesday at 1:00 p.m., children will be entertained by Barry Mitchell as he presents the Fossil Funhouse Show, featuring magic tricks, puppets, and plenty of laughs.

Also, on Tuesday at 5:00 p.m., adults can join Ms. Chelsea for a collage class designed to help participants tell their own unique stories through art.

Visit our website to register for these fun and engaging events.

New arrivals for young readers include Renegades: The Magic Awakens by Erin Hunter, Puffins! by Marai Gianferrari, Pete the Cat: Five Little Ducks by James Dean, Weird, Wild, and Rare: Extraordinary Animals of the United States by Elizabeth Eakes, Warriors: Chasing Shadows by Erin Hunter, Walk the Walk by R.J. Owens, Thank You, School by Louise Borden, The Sun Thief by Alice Hemming, Sparrow Loves Reptiles by Murry Burgess, Around the Farm by The World of Eric Carle, Wildspeak by Sangma Francis, While We’re Here by Anne Wynter, and Where Do Race Cars Sleep at Night? by Brianna Caplan.

New YA titles include Royal Summer by Kass Morgan, Stops Along the Way by Anna Sortino, You’re Dead to Me, Reed Walker by Gwenyth Reitz, Be Yourself and Other Bad Advice by Meredith Walker, The Beast King: Master of Medicines by Tatsukazu Konda, Eko Eko Azarak, Reborn Vol. 1 by Jta Yamada, Hirayasumi Vol. 9 by Keigo Shinzo, Let Me Be Honest by P. Anneka Lynch, Monsters We Make Vol. 2 by CoryxKenshin, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Compendium Vol. 1.

New fiction titles on the adult shelves include Lake Effect by Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney, Thrall by Rebecca Mahoney, The Yankee Sphinx by Mark Frost, An Ordinary Story of Evil by Kelley Armstrong, The Night Bus by Tessa Bickers, Mortedant’s Peril by R.J. Barker, Mare by Emily Haworth-Booth, Ironwood by Michael Connelly, Hunting Truth by Alford, Lee, and Toler, The Hope Keeper by Heather Webb, The Gulf of Lions by Caitlin Shetterly, A Founding Mother by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, and Forget You Saw Her by Noelle W. Ihli.

New nonfiction titles include Bang! The Art, History and Science of Fireworks by Ron Miller, Pagan Threat: Confronting America’s Godless Uprising by Lucas Miles, Vision of Scarlet Witch: Fear the Reaper by Orlando Tammetta, Why Fly: Seeking Awe, Healing, and Our True Selves in the Sky by Caroline Paul, and The Last of the Old Breed: An Oral History of the Final Marines from World War II by Scott Davis.

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there is a book, movie, or musical artist you would like to see added to our collection.

Library Hours & Digital Library

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, providing patrons with free access to e-books, audiobooks, television shows, and more with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime, anywhere.

Unearth Your Story – Summer Reading 2026

We have already had a wonderful time celebrating reading and our amazing community this summer, and there is still plenty of time to join the fun! Register for Summer Reading and discover all the exciting programs and activities your library has to offer.

Teens can create a dragon eye sculpture with Ms. Abby on Monday, June 15, at 1:00 p.m. Children and families are invited to meet author Nathan Landrum on Tuesday, June 16, at 1:00 p.m. as he shares his writing journey and creative adventures. Adults can join Ms. Jennifer and Ms. Chelsea on June 16 at 5:00 p.m. to create unique soaps featuring hidden treasures inside.

To register for Summer Reading, visit our website or stop by the library.

New Children’s Books

New arrivals for young readers include Cute Animals That Could Kill You Dead by Brooke Hartman, Construction Site: Firefight by Sherri Duskey Rinker and AG Ford, Construction Site: Dad and His Crew Power Through! by Sherri Duskey Rinker and AG Ford, The Boy with Big, Big Energy by Britney Winn Lee, 102 by Matthew Cordell, One, Two, Daddy Loves You by Shelly Becker, I Love Earth with the Very Hungry Caterpillar from the World of Eric Carle, Hot Wheels: Let’s Race! 5-Minute Stories by Mattel Press, Goats Afloat by Lezlie Evans, The Fossil Keeper’s Treasure by Natalia Cardozo, The Pledge to the Flag by Jane Hampton Cook, The Octopus by Guojing, Mousestache, Moosestache by Rowboat Watkins, The Monster in the Lake by Leo Timmers, Men Cry by Joan Turu, and Let’s Go Fishing by Virginia Ponds.

New Young Adult Titles

New young adult books include Five-Star Summer by Sarah Morgan, Calypso’s Odyssey by Anna Ellison, The Cove by Claire Rose, Force of Nature by Melissa Clark, In the Blood by April Henry, Lying, Stealing, and Other Ways to Save the Planet by Curtis Campbell, and Rolls and Rivalry by Kristy Boyce.

New Adult Fiction

New fiction titles on the adult shelves include The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout, A Parade of Horribles by Matt Dinniman, Three Queens by Rebecca Connolly, Go Gentle by Maria Semple, Absence by Andrew Dana Hudson, The Anniversary by Alex Finlay, The Library After Dark by Ande Pliego, Seek Immediate Shelter by Vincent Yu, The Last Morning by Camden Baird, The Shippers by Katherine Center, Seal of Honor by Jessica Ashley, Safari Murder Club by Rachel Moore, Rules of Engagement by Tom Clancy, A Sprinkle of Sweet Serendipity by Rachel Linden, and Soon by You by Dahlia Adler.

New Adult Nonfiction

New nonfiction titles include Dungeons & Dragons: Monster Manual, Lost Worlds: How Humans Tried, Failed, Succeeded, and Built Our World by Patrick Wyman, Game Plan: Level Up Your Mindset by Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes, Absolute Batman: Abomination by Scott Snyder, and Where the Earth Meets the Sky: A Story of Penguins, People, and Place in Antarctica by Louise K. Blight.

Get Your Free Library Card

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there is a book, movie, or music artist you would like to see added to the collection.

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Summer Reading is here! This year’s theme, Unearth Your Story, invites children, teens, and adults to dig a little deeper into all the library has to offer through exciting programs, great reads, and fun surprises. Registration is now open. Sign up today by visiting our website at www.allencountylibrary.com and clicking the Summer Reading 2026 link to get started. All are welcome to register in person at the library.

We will kick off the season on June 5 at 6:00 p.m. in conjunction with The Heart’s First Fridays on the Square. We look forward to meeting and greeting everyone this summer. For a complete list of Summer Reading programs, visit the Events tab on our website.

New arrivals for young readers include Natural Disasters: Wildfire! by Marion Dane Bauer, Where Do Stories Live? by Meenal Patel, Weird but True!: USA Expanded Edition by National Geographic Kids, Vulture Versus: Love Poems for the Unloved by Diane Lang, The Very Hungry Caterpillar at the Tea Party by The World of Eric Carle, Torrible Puns: A Collection of Punny Poems by Tricia Torrible, The Elephant and the Piano by Colette Hiller, The Dumped Truck by Daniel Bernstrom, The Dead Sea Squirrels: Cybersquirrels by Mike Nawrocki, Cranky Versus the Cat by Phuc Tran and Pete Oswald, The Baby-Sitters Club: Dawn on the Coast, Graphic Novel by Arley Nopra, Broccoli is Trying to Kill Me by Katie Evans, At the Summer Lake by Daniela Kulot, and At the Cookout by Nadia Fisher.

New fiction titles on the adult shelf include A Murder in Hollywood by Michael Crichton, Beneath a Broken Sky by Joshua Moehling, Night Objects by Eli Raphael, Strange Familiars by Keshe Chow, Ghalen by Walter Mosley, House of Margins by Tlotlo Tsamaase, The Final Target by Nora Roberts, Ode to the Half-Broken by Suzanne Palmer, The Divorce by Freida McFadden, Ode to the Bones by Carolyn Haines, Rampage of the Desert Wolf by William W. Johnstone, and The Brothers McKay by Craig Johnson.

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there is a book, movie, or music artist you would like to see added to the collection.

Library Hours & Digital Library
The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

We hope everyone enjoyed the Memorial Day holiday as we honored and remembered the members of our military and their families who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Summer Reading 2026
Summer Reading registration for 2026 is now underway. Register online at www.allencountylibrary.com and click the “Summer Reading 2026” link to get started. In-house registration is also available. Stop by the library to register and pick up your materials as you and your family get ready to Unearth Stories all summer long with ACPL.

New Arrivals for Young Readers
New titles for young readers include The Railroad Kitten by Holly Webb, Project Penicillin by Isabel Thomas, Poems for Every Season by Bette Westera, Pet Placement Society by Primo Gallanosa, Dino Poet by Tom Angleberger, Nightmare on Nightmare Street by R. L. Stine, Navigating Night by Julie Leung, More Than a Tree by Sarah Kurpiel, Minecraft Vol. 5 by Kazuyoshi Seto, and Minecraft: Adventure School by Monica Sanz.

New Fiction Titles for Adults
New fiction titles on the adult shelves include Cherry Baby by Rainbow Rowell, The Hill by Harriet Clark, Chase the Light by Suzanne Woods Fisher, As Far As She Knew by Diana Awad, The Devils by Joe Abercrombie, Bone Door by Frances White, The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett, Last Seen by Lucy Clarke, John of John by Douglas Stuart, Edmonia by Brianne Baker, Prowl by Colleen Coble, Where We Belong by Kim Vogel Sawyer, First Comes Marriage…Then Comes Murder by Donna Mumma, and Dastardly Deeds Down on the Farm by Hickey, Johnson, Lilly, and Thompson.

New Nonfiction Titles
New nonfiction selections include The Creature’s Guide to Caring: How Animal Parents Teach Us That Humans Were Born to Care by Elizabeth Preston, America, America: A New History of the New World by Greg Grandin, American Rambler: Walking the Trail of Johnny Appleseed by Isaac Fitzgerald, and The Book of Coffee by Julian Baggini.

Get Your Library Card
Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters. Let us know if there is a book, movie, or music artist you would like to see added to the collection.

The library welcomes visitors Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Can’t make it in person? Our digital library is open 24/7, offering free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to enjoy thousands of titles anytime, anywhere.

Summer Reading registration for all ages begins online May 24, 2026. Visit our website and click the Summer Reading 2026 link to complete the appropriate registration form. In-person registration begins Tuesday, May 26 at 9:00 a.m. at the library.

Registration continues throughout the summer, with a special Summer Reading Kick-Off on Friday, June 5 at 6:00 p.m. Families can enjoy activities, prizes, and plenty of fun as we begin a season full of stories and discovery. We can’t wait to unearth stories with you all summer long.

Young readers can enjoy these new arrivals: Ways Papi Says I Love You by Delia Ruiz, Wake Up, Grouchy Bear! by David Ezra Stein, Thank You, Mom! by Eric Carle, Pete the Cat and the Missing Shoes by Kimberly and James Dean, Rescue Trucks by Ilanit Oliver, The Smurfs Tales by Peyo, Science Hobbies by Hooked on Hobbies, Sarabeth’s Garage by Melanie Florence, Ruthie by Esme Shapiro, and Rocket by Josh Barker.

Fresh fiction titles now available include: A Violent Masterpiece by Jordan Harper, Magician by Tracy Lynne Oliver, Nerve Damage by Annakeara Stinson, Now Then by Morgan Radford, Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune, How the Story Goes by Andrew Forrester, Reality Bites by Amy Mass, The Supper Club Saints by Claire Swinarski, These Empty Places by Sarah Loudin Thomas, and Leave Your Mess at Home by Tolani Akinola.

New nonfiction selections include: Obsessed with the Best by Ella Quittner, Monsters in the Archives: My Year with Stephen King by Caroline Bicks, Make Believe: On Telling Stories to Children by Mac Barnett, The Lost Voices of Pompeii: Life and Death on Pompeii’s Final Day by Dr. Jess Venner, Peace Be With You by Pope Leo XIV, and Romantasy Embroidery: 23 Stunning Patterns for Romance and Fantasy Lovers by Jamie Photo.

Signing up for a library card is simple. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

 With your library card, you’ll unlock access to books, movies, music, and lifelong learning. And don’t forget—your voice matters. Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to our collection.

The library welcomes the community with convenient hours Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Patrons can also enjoy the library’s digital collection anytime, day or night. With an active library card, users have free access to e-books, audiobooks, and television shows through the Libby and Hoopla apps. Thousands of titles are available to explore from the comfort of home.

Summer Reading 2026

Summer Reading season is almost here, and this year’s exciting theme is “Unearth a Story.” Programs and activities for all ages will begin with the Summer Reading Kick-Off on Friday, June 5, during First Friday on the square with Heart of Scottsville. Registration opens May 24. Participants may sign up online by visiting the library website and clicking the Summer Reading link or by registering in person at the circulation desk. Library staff looks forward to celebrating a summer full of reading, learning, and fun with the community.

Free Online Learning

A library card offers more than books—it also unlocks access to more than 600 free online courses. Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing, and more. Visit the library website and click “Free Online Classes” to begin learning something new today.  www.allencountylibrary.com

New Children’s Books

Young readers can discover many new titles, including Bad Kitty Joins the Team by Nick Bruel, Asterwood by Jacquelyn Stolos, Big Nate: Code Red! by Lincoln Pierce, Become a Cosmetologist by Talent to Trade, When the Sun Goes Down by Greg Pizzoli, What’s for Dinner by Larysa Maliush, What Is the World Cup? by Bonnie Bader, We All Belong by Gianna Marino, Wonder in the Garden by Talia Aikens-Nunez, When You See Us by Katherine Hocker, and Woodlore by Kevin Parr.

New Young Adult Titles & Graphic Novels

New arrivals for teens include Gachiakuta by Kei Urana, Hotel Limbo by Ben Harel, Release Me by Tahereh Mafi, Morgana and Oz by Miyuli, The Apothecary Diaries by Natsu Hyuuga, Soundtrack by Jason Reynolds, Unscripted by Sujin Witherspoon, Skating Wilder by Brandon Dumais, Speed Racer by David Pepose, Ellen Poe: The Forgotten Lore by Diana Peterfreund, and Someday Perfect by Kat Schneider.

New Adult Fiction

Adult readers will find plenty of fresh titles on the shelves, including The Gravewood by Kelly Andrew, The Bloody and the Damned by Becca Coffindaffer, The Dead Ringer by Dane Bahr, Celestial Lights by Cecile Pin, The Faraway Inn by Sara Beth Durst, Honor and Heresy by Max Francis, Underlake by Erin L. McCoy, Over the Edge by Susan May Warren, Too Close to Home by Seraphina Nova Glass, The Blind Date Agreement by Jessica Cunsolo, The Curse of Hester Garden by Tamika Thompson, Witch Queen Rising by Savannah Stephens, and The Moonshine Women by Michelle Collins Anderson.

Get Your Free Library Card

Getting a library card is simple. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

With a library card, patrons gain access to books, movies, music, digital resources, and lifelong learning opportunities. Community members are also encouraged to share suggestions for books, movies, or music they would like to see added to the collection.

Library Hours & Digital Library

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Weekly Programs for Children

There’s always something happening at the library for young readers.

• Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. for stories, songs, and fun activities.
  • Pre-K Story Hour: Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. (same program offered both days).
  • Homeschool Enrichment: Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. for students ages 5–12.
  • The In-Betweens: Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. for students ages 10–12.

To reserve your child’s spot, call 270-237-3861 or visit the Events tab at www.allencountylibrary.com.

Free Online Learning

Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more.

Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new today.

New Children’s Books

New arrivals for young readers include: Whirby by Molly Harris, Minecraft: When the Warden Calls by Caleb Zane Huett, The Rare Bird by Elisha Cooper, Put Your Records On by Corinne Bailey Rae, Pizzasaurus by Tammi Sauer, My Someone: A Pet Adoption Story by Yuko Torii, The Borrowed Puppy by Holly Webb, God, the Great, I Am by Sydney Ann Johnson, Decoy Saves Opening Day by Shohei Ohtani, I Am Rebel by Ross Montgomery, Wings of Fire: The Hybrid Prince by Tui T. Sutherland, and Hikaru in the Light! by Mai Matsuda

New Adult Fiction

New fiction titles on the adult shelf include:

Underlake by Erin L. McCoy, Over the Edge by Susan May Warren, Too Close to Home by Seraphina Nova Glass, The Blind Date Agreement by Jessica Cunsolo, The Curse of Hester Garden by Tamika Thompson, Witch Queen Rising by Savannah Stephens, and The Moonshine Women by Michelle Collins Anderson,

New Adult Nonfiction

New nonfiction titles include:

The Fullness of Time: Marking the Day by Birdsong, Blooms, Shadows, and Stars by Cathy Haynes, and ASVAB 2026/2027 for Dummies by Angie Papple Johnston,

Get Your Free Library Card

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Children and families preparing for kindergarten are encouraged to join us for First Friday’s on the Scottsville Square with the Heart of Scottsville to “Learn as You Grow” on Friday, May 1 at 6PM.   Kits valued at over $50 will be dispersed to eligible participants thanks to a grant with the Regional Collaborative of Allen, Logan, and Simpson Counties through the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.

There’s always something happening at the library for young readers.

Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. for stories, songs, and fun activities.
Pre-K Story Hour: Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. (same program offered both days).
Homeschool Enrichment: Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. for students ages 5–12.
The In-Betweens: Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. for students ages 10–12.

Did you know your library card gives you access to 600+ free online courses? Topics include business, computer skills, crafts and hobbies, health and wellness, personal development, homeschooling resources, writing skills, and much more.

Visit www.allencountylibrary.com and click “Free Online Classes” to start learning something new today.

New Children’s Books

New arrivals for young readers include:
All That Glimmers by Laura Baker, Blues Boy: The B.B. King Story by Alice Faye Duncan, Birdy by N. West Moss, Because of a Show by Julie Fogliano, Copland: A Story About America by Veronica Mang, The Babysitters Club: Claudia and the Great Search by Ann M. Martin, The Chick-O-Saurus by Kelly Crull, Cat’s New Book by Nathalie Belhassen, Cat and Cat Adventures: The Lair of the Owl King by Susie Yi, Bug on the Bus by David Catrow, How to Catch a Bookworm by Alice Walstead, InBeTweens by Faith Erin Hicks, Iguana Miss You! by Sandra Boynton, I Love You Rain or Shine by Danielle McLean, Just One Oak by Maria Gianferrari, and It’s My Bird-Day! By Mo Willems.

New Adult Fiction

New fiction titles on the adult shelf include:
Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser, The Optimists by Brian Platzer, No Friend to This House by Natalie Haynes, No Matter What by Cara Bastone, The Academy by Elin Hilderbrand, It Girl by Allison Pataki, A Cruise to Die For by Heather Graham, The Book Witch by Meg Shaffer, The Paris Match by Kate Clayborn, The Moonlight Runner by Karen Robards, The Last Letters of Sally and Walter by Cammie McGovern, and Just This Once by Lena Hendrix

New Adult Nonfiction

New nonfiction titles include:
The Life You Don’t Know You Believe: How to Find it & Live Free by Jennie Allen, Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic by Bunnie XO, The Secret Lived of Murderers’ Wives by Elizabeth Arnott

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Library News

April 15, 2026

Library Hours & Digital Library

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Weekly Programs for Children

There’s always something happening at the library for young readers.

• Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. for stories, songs, and fun activities.
  • Pre-K Story Hour: Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. (same program offered both days).
  • Homeschool Enrichment: Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. for students ages 5–12.
  • The In-Betweens: Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. for students ages 10–12.

To reserve your child’s spot, call 270-237-3861 or visit the Events tab at www.allencountylibrary.com.

New Children’s Books

New arrivals for young readers include:
Rumpelstiltskin by Mac Barnett, A Place to Pray: A Tale of Friendship and Community by Doreen Klein Robinson, Phoenix by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, Pete the Kitty and the Beanstalk by Kimberly and James Dean, Otherwise Known as Judy the Great by Selina Alko, Time for a Change by QuestLove, Snoop Dogg’s Doggyland Affirmations Song by Snoop Dogg, Serendipity by Gabbie Benda, A Scar Like a River by Lisa Graff, Bog Buddies by Amy Hevron, Barbie: Bunny Birthday Bash by Anna Membrino, An Anthology of Flowers by Maddie Bailey, Goosebumps How of Shivers: One Night at Camp Bigfoot by R.L. Stine, The Weedy Garden by Margaret Renkl, Very Special You by Emma Dodd, and Tiny Garden by Deborah Underwood.

New Adult Fiction

New fiction titles on the adult shelf include:
Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser, The Optimists by Brian Platzer, No Friend to This House by Natalie Haynes, No Matter What by Cara Bastone, What We Are Seeking by Cameron Reed, This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me by Ilona Andrews, Reverse by Steven F. Havill, Love by the Book by Jessica George, This Land is Your Land by Beverly Gage, The Ship Who Dared by Mercedes Lackey and Veronica Giguere, And Now, Back to You by B.K. Borison, A World Appears by Michael Pollan, The Tree of Light and Flowers by Thomas Perry, Annie Knows Everything by Rachel Wood, and The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez.

New Adult Nonfiction

New nonfiction titles include:
The Life You Don’t Know You Believe: How to Find it & Live Free by Jennie Allen, Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic by Bunnie XO, The Secret Lives of Murderers’ Wives by Elizabeth Arnott, Haint Country: Dark Folktales from the Hills and Hollers by Mathew R. Sparks, Paranormal Kentucky by Marie Mitchell, London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family’s Search for Truth by Patrick Radden Keefe, Joyful Anxiety by Kate Bowler, Whatever Happened to Eddy Crane? By Kate Crane, and Streetwise: Getting To and Through Goldman Sachs by Lloyd Blankfein.

Get Your Free Library Card

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.

Library Hours & Digital Library

The library is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our digital library is available 24/7, giving patrons access to free e-books, audiobooks, and television shows with an active library card. Simply download the Libby and Hoopla apps to explore thousands of titles anytime.

Weekly Programs for Children

There’s always something happening at the library for young readers.

• Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. for stories, songs, and fun activities.
  • Pre-K Story Hour: Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. (same program offered both days).
  • Homeschool Enrichment: Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. for students ages 5–12.
  • The In-Betweens: Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. for students ages 10–12.

To reserve your child’s spot, call 270-237-3861 or visit the Events tab at www.allencountylibrary.com.

New Children’s Books

New arrivals for young readers include:
Honor Flight : Celebrating America’s Veterans by Jeff Gottesfeld, Goldfinches by Mary Oliver, Owl Diaries: Eva Saves the Day by Rebecca Elliott, The Dream by Gideon Sterer, Dante N. Ferno is Not a Loser by Brian Gordon, Mungo on His Own by Matthew Burgess, Minecraft: Heart of Cobblestone by Andrew Clemson, Light as a Feather: Fifteen Phenomenal North American Birds by Will Hillenbrand, A Kid Like Me by Norm Feuti, Jayden Notices by Carolyn Crimi, Is It Spring? by Kevin Henkes, Agents of S.U.I.T.: Sew Much Trouble by John Patrick Green, I Survived, the Graphic Novel: The California Wildfires, 2018 by Lauren Tarshis.

New Young Adult Titles

New YA books include:
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New Adult Fiction

New fiction titles on the adult shelf include:

Hunt Brother Search & Rescue Series by Jessica Ashley, The Bookshop of 99 Doors by Jaime Jo Wright, Don’t Fall in Love With Me by Paige Toon, Dr. Prepper: Freaky Florida Investigators by Margaret Lashley, Harbor Pointe by Irene Hannon, The Lumber Baron’s Wife by Lynn Austin, With the Enduring Tides by Jane Kirkpatrick, More Than Friends by Denise Hunter, The Missing Ones by A.R. Torre, Piper at the Gates of Dusk by Patrick Ness, When It’s Your Time For Midnight by Blessing Musariri, The Escape Game by Marissa Meyer, The Mother-Daughter Book Club by Susan Patterson and James Patterson
New Adult Nonfiction

New non-fiction titles on the adult shelf include:

The Aubreigh Wyatt Story: A Mother’s Fight for Justice, Love, and Lasting Change by Heather Wyatt and Dolores: My Journey Home by Catherine Paiz.

Get Your Free Library Card

Getting a library card is easy. Stop by the library with a photo ID and recently postmarked mail, or call 270-237-3861 for more information.

Once you have your card, a world of books, movies, music, and learning will be at your fingertips. And remember—your voice matters! Let us know if there’s a book, movie, or music artist you’d like to see added to the collection.