Rainbow Reads: A Pride Booklist
Dearest Bookworms,Happy Pride!! I hope June has been (and continues to be) full of glee. Summer is coming in hot (ha ha get it, because it is hot out) and with it the end of the school year!To help you enjoy your Pride I've put together a booklist (what's new) of 5 books! Thirsty by Jas Hammonds In the summer before college, eighteen-year-old Blake Brenner works to join the exclusive Serena Society with her girlfriend, and turns to alcohol to cope with the pressure of pledging, as her pursuit of success begins to strain her relationships.And they were roommates by Page Powars…
Portuguese National Heritage Month Booklist
Dearest Bookworms,Happy Portugal Day! This post is a two for one special, not only is it being posted on Portugal Day, it is also Portugese National Heritage Month!! Since Portugal Day commemorates the passing of poet Luís de Camões, a collection of his works are featured in this booklist!The collected lyric poems of Luís de Camões Eyes open by Lyn Miller-Lachmann Living under the Salazar dictatorship in 1960s Portugal, Sónia must find her voice as a poet and an activist after the government arrests her boyfriend and shuts down her family's business.Our beautiful darkness by Ondjaki…
Intern Book Review: “The Hate U Give” by Angie Thomas
If you’re looking for a book that’ll make you rethink your whole life after you’ve turned the last page, “TheHate U Give” by Angie Thomas is a must-read. This book is not just a story , its real life and it deals withsome pretty heavy stuff. The book follows Starr Carter, a 16-year-old girl who witnesses the shooting ofher best friend, Khalil, by a white police officer. From there, everything in Starr’s life changes as she’sforced to face her identity, her community, and the unfair world around her.The story really hits home because Starr isn’t just dealing with one major tragedy—she’s also…
Caribbean Heritage Month Booklist
Dearest Bookworms,I hope June has been kind to you and that with Regents Week looming you are taking them time to relax with a good book. Speaking of good books (did we enjoy that segway), here is a list of five books for Carribean American Heritage Month! Blood like magic by Liselle Sambury After failing to come into her powers, sixteen-year-old Voya--a Black witch living in near-future Toronto--is forced to choose between losing her family's magic forever, a heritage steeped in centuries of blood and survival, or murdering her first love, a boy who is supposedly her genetic match.…
Study @ the Library
Dearest Bookworms,It's that pesky time of year, the only thing standing between you and your summer vacation is a few standarized tests. Luckily the Library can help! Not only do we have test prep books that you can take home with you, we also have a number of databases that you can access using your library card!Test Prep books can be found using our catalog: https://discover.bklynlibrary.org/?search=Test+Prep&catalog=true&targetage=TeensYou can find our K-12 Databases here: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/online-resources/topic/k-12-resourcesConsider the following Databases for your…
National Women's Health Awareness Month
Dearest Bookworms,It is National Women's Health Month, our physical well being is just as important as our mental well being. I want to note, that while the official title for this awareness says Women that this is applicable to anyone with female anatomy, the following book list will be reflective of that. This booklist will contain titles related to overall womens health, but we also want to highlight Menstrual Hygiene Day (May 28th) and Period Poverty Awareness Week (May 12-18) in this post. The Library is a big advocate in fighting Period Poverty and equiping menstruating persons…
Mental Health Awareness Month
Dearest Bookworms,As the school year dwindles down and those pesky exams loom closer take the time to prioritize yourself. Like any observation and awareness we post about, mental health is a year round priority. We hope you find some comfort and knowledge in these books, and know if you ever need anything the library is always here to help! Check out the programs the library is offering to support mental health and wellness: https://discover.bklynlibrary.org/?event=true&search=mental+healthLavender clouds : comics about neurodivergence and mental health by Bex Ollerton In Lavender…
Jewish Heritage Month Booklist
Dearest Bookworms,It's Jewish Heritage Month! Celebrate with a booklist filled with Jewish Authors and Characters. Murder Land by Carlyn Greenwald Seventeen-year-old Billie feels like she is on top of the world. She gets to spend the summer with her best friend, sparks are flying with her crush, and she has received a promotion to ride operator for one of the most buzzworthy new attractions in the theme park she works at. But the first night on the new job takes a dark turn when her creepy coworker mysteriously dies…on her ride, when she isn’t authorized to be running it. Billie recruits…
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Dearest Bookworms,It is AAPI Heritage Month! April showers bring May flowers, and with it a new set of observations and awarnesses to inspire out booklists! Below you'll find some book recommendations from Asain American and Pacific Islander Authors to help you kick off the month!The queens of New York by E L Shen Seventeen-year-old inseparable best friends Jia, Ariel, and Everett navigate first love, grief, racism, and Asian American consciousness during one life-changing summer apart. Best friends Jia Lee, Ariel Kim, and Everett Hoang are inseparable. But this summer, they won't be…
CARE Internship Applications are Open!
Are you passionate about menstrual equity and looking for a meaningful internship? Join Cycle Alliance and make a difference in your community!Who Can Apply?Must be 14–19 years old (or in 9th–12th grade).Must complete an online Cycle Ally training before starting.Must commit to 60 hours over 12 weeks.What You’ll Gain:A $1,000 stipend upon completion.A verified letter of service hours for your records. Intern Responsibilities:Assist the CARE Manager with restocking period pantries and assembling period kits.Participate and lead Cycle Alliance programs and teen programs during scheduled…
National Financial Literacy Month
Dearest Bookworm,April was a busy month, with a stock market decline and a looming recession it is so important that we continue to educate ourselves and grow our Financial Literacy. As April closes and a new month begins I am leaving you with a short booklist that covers a multitude of financial topics that could be useful to know!Stock market 101 : from bull and bear markets to dividends, shares, and margins - your essential... guide to the stock market Investing for the first time can be intimidating. In easy-to-understand language, Stock Market 101, 2nd Edition provides the groundwork…
National Poetry Month (A Booklist)
Dearest Bookworms,I know what you are thinking, Another Booklist!? I was thinking this to when I was deciding what to post this month, but April is a month of many observances and as a librarian it is our sworn duty to bring books to the public. Below you'll find a list of Poetry books for National Poetry Month, and if you are a Poet please submit your Poem to be shared on the BKLYNFuture Instagram or Blog. Black girl you are Atlas Poet Renée Watson looks back at her childhood and urges readers to look forward at their futures with love, understanding, and celebration in this fully…
2025 Trans Day of Visibility Books for Teens
Dear Bookworms,Happy Trans Day of Visibility, want to celebrate with a book? We have 5 really wonderful options (truthfully we have way more and choosing just 5 was tough) for your reading pleasure!The Borrow a Boyfriend Club Noah Byrd is the perfect boy. At least, that's what he needs to convince his new classmates of to prove his gender. His plan? Join the school's illustrious (and secret) Borrow a Boyfriend Club, whose members rent themselves out for dates. Once he's accepted among the bros, the "slip-ups" end. But Noah's interview is a flop. Desperate, he strikes a deal with the club's…
An Arab American Heritage Month Booklist
Dear Bookworms, HAPPY EID! We are back at it again with another book reccomendation post! There is a number of observances for April but I want to start the month off with Arab American Heritage Month, below you will find a list of books written by or featuring Arab Americans. From here : a memoir Refugee advocate Luma Mufleh writes of her tumultuous journey to reconcile her identity as a gay Muslim woman and a proud Arab-turned-American refugeeHuda F cares? This summer's exercise in Fahmy family sisterly bonding involves a trip to Disney World--which seems like it is headed…
Things I wish I knew about Student Loans
Ah Student Loans, the bane of my exsistence, and unlike Anthony Bridgerton, it is not the object of all my desires. My family had little experience with the financial aid and student loan process. So when it came time to apply for aid we had NO IDEA what we were getting ourselves into. If I am being honest, my story is not unique. I am one of 43 million borrowers who needed to take out Student Loans in order to get an education. Here are some things I wish I knew before taking out Student Loans: Refunds are NOT free money Refund checks happen when you have more Aid (Grants,…
Intentional and Mindful Planning
Four years ago when I was a baby Librarian, I started Bullet Journaling. I started for two reasons: to keep track of all the details that came with my new grown up job and student loan debt. One day a month I would set aside time to set up my bullet journal for the new month, creating trackers and calendars to help me organize my goals and commitments for the month. Google says journaling helps with anxiety, envoking mindfulness and helps ground the writer in the present: something that my Type A self needed. As someone who is a "PLANNER" I often find myself worrying about all the…