Blog Entries

Book cover of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

Books to Read While You Wait for "Lessons in Chemistry"

Posted on: January 13, 2023

Lessons in Chemistry has spent 35 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller list. If you adored this debut historical fiction novel - or are still waiting on the holds list - you may enjoy these reads while you wait!

Books to Read While You Wait for "Spare"

Posted on: January 12, 2023

Waiting to get your hands on Prince Harry's memoir? While you wait for Spare, check out these titles that will satisfy your royal history (and gossip!) cravings!

Most-Borrowed Books of 2022

Posted on: December 13, 2022

As 2022 comes to a close, we're looking back at what Helen Plum Library cardholders read the most this year.

Staff Spotlight: Afrofuturism

Posted on: October 24, 2022

Urian from Adult Services recommends these books, movies, and music from the Afrofutiriusm genre. Learn more about Afrofuturism and discover his favorite picks.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Hispanic Authors

Posted on: September 2, 2022

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sep 15–Oct 15) with some of our favorite books by Hispanic authors! Stop in the Library to browse our display or discover featured titles on Hoopla for immediate digital checkout, free with your Helen Plum library card!

Glenbard Parent Series "Summer Reading" List

Posted on: July 20, 2022

Students have their summer reading. Here are the Glenbard Parent Series suggestions for parents!
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Staff Spotlight: Korea

Posted on: June 14, 2022

Courtney from Adult Services gives you all the book, music, and movie recommendations on South Korea!

Staff Spotlight: Guitarists

Posted on: March 21, 2022

Terr from Technology & Metadata Services recommends these books on famous guitarists.

Ukraine and Russia

Posted on: March 1, 2022

10 books to help you better understand what's going on in Ukraine

Amid the devastating Russian invasion of Ukraine, here are 10 books that explain the history and current events of the two countries. If you'd like to read beyond the headlines for a clearer understanding of the conflict and what's at stake, check out one of the titles below: