Billy Dee Williams: More Than an Icon
Billy Dee Williams discusses his book "What Have We Here: Portraits of a Life" at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in Washington, DC on Thursday, Feb. 15.
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Books About Neurodiversity
Explore this curated reading list for all ages that explores the topic of neurodiversity—the natural variation in human brains. From beautifully illustrated picture books that introduce young children to different ways of experiencing the world, to insightful guides, memoirs and other nonfiction for teens and adults, you'll find powerful stories that highlight the unique perspectives and strengths of neurodivergent individuals.
Books to Read in Honor of June Survivors Week
Torture Abolition and Survivors Support Coalition (TASSC) honors June Survivors Week from June 24 - 30. The DC Public Library has partnered with them to select some titles for all ages. Check them out today with your DC Public Library Card.
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Bringing Comic Book History to Life: David Betancourt Shares Avengers and His Own Origin Story
David Betancourt Shares Avengers and His Own Origin Story
Cathartic Horror (and Terrible, Horrible, No-Good, Very Bad Days)
It used to feel strange to me that people liked horror, liked anything that made them uncomfortable. There are still many things that I’m unwilling to read, even as a librarian and even as someone who tries to read pretty broadly. But I can enjoy it now and even appreciate it as a vital part of storytelling tradition. The below book suggestions and thoughts are a suggested entry point to appreciating October's Scary Reads.
Celebrate your DCPL library card’s superpowers! It’s like an ATM for your brain!
Happy National Library Card Sign-Up Month! If you don’t have a DCPL card, it’s time to get one. If you do, it's time to find out just how power packed that 14-digit card number is. A galaxy of possibilities awaits beyond just borrowing books, and these five tips are a great place to start exploring.