Staff Picks
What should you read, watch or listen to next? We're so glad you asked!
Love stumbling on a fun book display at the library? Welcome to the online version! Dive into our Library staff’s top picks—books, movies, music, and more—by theme, age, awards, read-alikes, and all kinds of cool topics we just can’t stop talking about.
The Past is Prologue: The Power of Imagery & Civil Rights
Items documentating how imagery shaped and reflected the struggle for civil rights.
Turn Up the Volume!
I don't know about you, but one of my favorite ways to turn a bad day around is to sing at the top of my lungs, usually in the car.
100 Years of David Attenborough
Watch these picks again (or for the first time) and marvel at the sheer beauty of the world that surrounds us.
Project Hail Mary
Space. The final frontier. these are the voyages of people who are in space and things go awry.
YALSA's Quick Picks for Reluctant Teen Readers: Fiction
A list of titles with high appeal as self-selected leisure reading for teens, particularly those who don't usually enjoy reading for fun.
Anthologies for Teens
Not in the mood to read a full-length book? Try one of these young adult anthologies instead! Includes fiction and non-fiction.
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Month
Here is a list of books for young people to celebrate the cultural diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander heritage.
Fútbol America: Books for Kids
A selection of football (soccer) fiction for younger readers ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Monster Trucks
Do you like Monster Trucks? Here's your chance to check out some wheely good books!
Christian Pictures Books for Kids Ages 3-10
Need a book series that are wholesome and have a great message? These Christian picture books are best for ages 3-10.
Museums
Art, history, science, technology, culture, and heritage. Picks for for all ages; fiction, nonfiction, DVDs all celebrating museums.
Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander - for Kids!
AANHPI month in May is a great reason to explore these books!
Under Construction --> Enjoy the Great Outdoors
Please enjoy these books all about construction work and enjoying the great outdoors!
Library Joy
Here's a list of books for young readers to help them celebrate their library joy - for National Library Week (and any week)
Become a Weather Watcher
Grab one of these titles for your child to learn about all the weather we see and experience here in Kansas!
Staff Pick Spotlight: America 250
Kansas in Youth Literature
The May focus of the Kansas 250 bookshelf features Kansas related youth literature.
Nature and Outdoors in Kansas
The April Kansas 250 Bookshelf focuses on exploring nature and the outdoors in Kansas.
Kansas Poetry
The Kansas 250 Bookshelf was created by the State Library of Kansas in conjunction with America 250.
Love Your Kansas Community
Celebrate Kansas with these books related to the history and events of various Kansas communities.
The Past is Prologue: The Power of Imagery & Civil Rights
Items documentating how imagery shaped and reflected the struggle for civil rights.
Turn Up the Volume!
I don't know about you, but one of my favorite ways to turn a bad day around is to sing at the top of my lungs, usually in the car.
Monster Trucks
Do you like Monster Trucks? Here's your chance to check out some wheely good books!
100 Years of David Attenborough
Watch these picks again (or for the first time) and marvel at the sheer beauty of the world that surrounds us.
Project Hail Mary
Space. The final frontier. these are the voyages of people who are in space and things go awry.
Past is Prologue: The Disability Rights Movement
This list includes stories by and about disability rights activists as well as the history of the movement in the United States of America.
Past is Prologue: The Disability Rights Movement
This list includes stories by and about disability rights activists as well as the history of the movement in the United States of America.
Everything is Tuberculosis - Further Reading
More for fans of John Green's "Everything is Tuberculosis."
Worldbuilding For Writers
Are you writing a story and need some worldbuilding ideas? Check out these books for inspiration.
Christian Pictures Books for Kids Ages 3-10
Need a book series that are wholesome and have a great message? These Christian picture books are best for ages 3-10.
Museums
Art, history, science, technology, culture, and heritage. Picks for for all ages; fiction, nonfiction, DVDs all celebrating museums.
Sunkissed Pages & Summer Love
Dive into these feel-good romantic comedies packed with witty banter, charming characters, and irresistible chemistry.
Teen Writing Workshop: Resources
Writing guidance for teens.
Animal POV - Kids Chapter Books
So put on your animal perspective lenses and get ready to embrace the timeless, anthropomorphic life with these tales (tails?).
Books for Your Book Clubs
Hello fellow book clubbers! Here is a list of books in our collection that are generally considered good book club books.
YALSA's Quick Picks for Reluctant Teen Readers: Fiction
A list of titles with high appeal as self-selected leisure reading for teens, particularly those who don't usually enjoy reading for fun.