Books
On order: Adult Romance, hold the spice
Cozy romance novels for adult readers with all the feel good story lines and none of the "spice."
Featured Services and Blog Posts
New & On Order Books
Reading Challenges
Summer Reading Starts June 1!
Join the library’s all-ages reading challenge. Kids, teens & adults who read 10 or more hours this summer will get a prize. Sign up now!
Read It Your Way! Join the 2026 Yearlong Reading Challenge
No matter how you read—turning pages, swiping a screen, or listening with your ears—this is your year to enjoy books on your own terms.
Try Out Beanstack
Beanstack is a great way to participate in our reading challenges online or with the Beanstack Tracker app, available on your mobile device.
Book Blogs
If You Like John Grisham
These read-alikes deliver dramatic, fast-paced legal thrillers with sympathetic characters and intricate plots.
If You Like Fredrik Backman
Love Fredrik Backman’s heartfelt, witty stories of friendship and community? These readalikes bring the same charm and emotional punch.
If You Like Brandon Sanderson
Love Sanderson’s epic worlds and twisty magic systems? Try these readalikes packed with deep lore, big stakes, and unforgettable characters.
If You Like Ann Patchett
Discover more literary fiction that explores themes of love, family, community, and moral dilemmas with grace and nuance.
If You Like John Grisham
These read-alikes deliver dramatic, fast-paced legal thrillers with sympathetic characters and intricate plots.
If You Like Fredrik Backman
Love Fredrik Backman’s heartfelt, witty stories of friendship and community? These readalikes bring the same charm and emotional punch.
If You Like Brandon Sanderson
Love Sanderson’s epic worlds and twisty magic systems? Try these readalikes packed with deep lore, big stakes, and unforgettable characters.
If You Like Ann Patchett
Discover more literary fiction that explores themes of love, family, community, and moral dilemmas with grace and nuance.
Book & Author Events
Social Justice Online Book Group
Aug 26th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
We will be reading "The Sun Won't Come Out Tomorrow" by Kristin Martin.
High Altitudes and High Stakes with Lucy Foley
Aug 27th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Event
Join acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Marple mystery, 'Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel.'
Mystery Lovers Online Book Group - "You Are Fatally Invited"
Aug 27th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online Event
Read and discuss novels with fellow fans of the genre. This month’s title is "You Are Fatally Invited" by Ande Pliego.
"The Democracy We Must Keep" with David O. Stewart
Sep 1st | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Event
Join award-winning historian David O. Stewart to chat about his newest work and the question he explores throughout the book.
Social Justice Online Book Group
Aug 26th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
We will be reading "The Sun Won't Come Out Tomorrow" by Kristin Martin.
High Altitudes and High Stakes with Lucy Foley
Aug 27th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Event
Join acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Marple mystery, 'Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel.'
Mystery Lovers Online Book Group - "You Are Fatally Invited"
Aug 27th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online Event
Read and discuss novels with fellow fans of the genre. This month’s title is "You Are Fatally Invited" by Ande Pliego.
"The Democracy We Must Keep" with David O. Stewart
Sep 1st | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Event
Join award-winning historian David O. Stewart to chat about his newest work and the question he explores throughout the book.
Staff Picks
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: Contemporary Edition
Romance Graphic Novels featuring an adult cast working their way through the trials of work and love!
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: University Edition
Romance graphic novels featuring young adults who are in the throes of academia navigating careers paths and relationships!
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: Paranormal Edition
Romance Graphic Novels featuring an adult cast who navigate work and social lives with paranormal excitement sprinkled throughout!
Guillermo del Toro’s Reading Recommendations
Discover the books behind the famed director's monsters, mysteries, folklore, and unforgettable films.
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: Contemporary Edition
Romance Graphic Novels featuring an adult cast working their way through the trials of work and love!
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: University Edition
Romance graphic novels featuring young adults who are in the throes of academia navigating careers paths and relationships!
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: Paranormal Edition
Romance Graphic Novels featuring an adult cast who navigate work and social lives with paranormal excitement sprinkled throughout!
Guillermo del Toro’s Reading Recommendations
Discover the books behind the famed director's monsters, mysteries, folklore, and unforgettable films.