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Not sure what to read next? Explore expert-curated lists filled with must-read books across all genres. Or take a deep dive into The New York Public Library's research collections with posts written by our librarians, curators, and staff. And discover the diverse array of programs, resources, services, and materials offered by NYPL.

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Explore your interests or discover something new. Find book lists in your favorite genres, amazing materials from our world-renowned collections, and much more.

  • Text: Asian American & Pacific Islander Culture

    Asian American & Pacific Islander Culture

    Book lists and posts that reflect the diverse cultures, traditions, and histories of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

  • Text reads: LGBTQ+

    LGBTQ+

    Explore books highlighting LGBTQ+ authors, characters, and themes—and learn about LGBTQ+ history using our premier research collections.

  • Text reads: Black Culture

    Black Culture

    Book lists and posts that celebrate Black culture and its history, highlight Black authors, and draw upon the Schomburg Center archives.

  • Text: Biography & Memoir

    Biography & Memoir

    Discover historical figures, both notable and lesser known, as well as celebrities who have made an impact on the world.

  • Text reads: Book Lists

    Book Lists

    Your one-stop shop for themed book lists to help you find your next must-read book. 

  • Text reads: Comics, Graphic Novels & Manga

    Comics, Graphic Novels & Manga

    Discover new and classic manga, graphic novels, and comic books for all ages.

  • Text reads: Digital Collections

    Digital Collections

    Showcasing items from NYPL's vast and growing database of over 900,000 photographs, prints, maps, manuscripts, audio clips, and video.

  • Text reads: Doc Chat

    Doc Chat

    NYPL specialists and scholars discuss digitized items from NYPL's special collections and explore how they can be used in the classroom.

  • Text reads: Early Literacy

    Early Literacy

    Books for our youngest readers, plus activities and resources for parents and caregivers. It's never too early for books and reading!

  • Blue background with text that reads "Spanish Language / Espanol"

    Español / Spanish Language

    Publicaciones en español que destacan los libros y servicios de la Biblioteca.

  • Text reads: For Kids

    For Kids

    Learn about NYPL resources for kids and explore themed book lists to spark young imaginations and inspire a lifelong love of reading.

  • Text reads: For Teachers

    For Teachers

    Book lists, tips on using primary source materials from our collections in the classroom, and other resources for teachers at NYPL.

  • Text reads: For Teens

    For Teens

    Discover NYPL resources and the best books for teens across genres including fantasy, adventure, sci-fi, romance, graphic novels, and more.

  • Text reads: French Language / Francais

    Français / French Language

    Billets de blog en français qui mettent en lumière les livres et services offerts par la bibliothèque

  • Text reads: Hispanic/Latinx Culture

    Hispanic/Latinx Culture

    Book lists and resources for researching and celebrating Latinx and Hispanic heritage at The New York Public Library.

  • Text reads: Horror

    Horror

    Contemporary and classic horror recommendations covering gothic, the supernatural, dark fantasy, and more selected by NYPL's expert staff.

  • Text reads: Library Talks Podcast

    Library Talks Podcast

    Feed your brain with the best conversations from NYPL. Listen to your favorite writers and the ones you’ll love next. 

  • Text reads: Mysteries, Crime, Thrillers

    Mysteries, Crime, Thrillers

    Looking for your next page-turner? Pick up a suspenseful crime novel, cozy mystery, or tense thriller.

  • Text reads: Nonfiction

    Nonfiction

    Discover great new reads about everything from history and the social sciences to cooking, crafts, self-help, and much more.

  • Text reads: Poetry

    Poetry

    Explore poetry and books in verse to celebrate National Poetry Month in April and poetic forms all year round.

  • Text reads: Popular Culture

    Popular Culture

    Where books and pop culture collide! Book adaptation news and reading lists related to new, upcoming, and beloved movies and TV series.

  • Text reads: Russian Language

    Русский / Russian Language

    Примечательные посты на русском языке о книгах и библиотечных услугах.

  • Text reads: Research at NYPL

    Research at NYPL

    Resources for writers, scholars, and students about our research collections, with guides, acquisitions news, and researcher interviews.

  • Text reads: Romance

    Romance

    The best romance books leave you wanting more—and we have plenty. Get ideas for your next historical or contemporary romance book.

  • Text reads: Science Fiction & Fantasy

    Science Fiction & Fantasy

    Escape to other worlds—futuristic, dystopian, apocalyptic, mythical, magical—with adventurous speculative fiction reads.

  • Text reads: The Librarian Is In

    The Librarian Is In

    The Librarian Is In is The New York Public Library's podcast about books, culture, and what to read next.

  • Text reads: Women's History

    Women's History

    Explore posts and book lists highlighting notable women in history and their achievements.

  • Text reads: Work/Cited

    Work/Cited

    A behind-the-scenes look at books and scholarship supported by NYPL's collections and how they were inspired, researched, and created.

  • Text reads: Chinese Language

    中文网页 / Chinese Language

    关于图书和图书馆服务的中文帖子