Books
Late Winter / Early Spring Gardening
Get expert advice on how to weather the change in seasons so your plants will thrive all year long.
Winter Thrillers
If you're into chilly winter thrillers, these frosty reads are sure to grab your attention and keep you on your toes!
Featured Services and Blog Posts
New & On Order Books
Reading Challenges
Read It Your Way! Join the 2026 Yearlong Reading Challenge
No matter how you read—turning pages, swiping a screen, or listening with your ears—this is your year to enjoy books on your own terms.
Complete the Read with Benny Winter Reading Challenge
Join this month's nationwide reading challenge sponsored by Beanstack and Steps to Literacy. Earn fun, Benny-themed badges for minutes read.
Try Out Beanstack
Beanstack is a great way to participate in our reading challenges online or with the Beanstack Tracker app, available on your mobile device.
Book Blogs
If You Like Fredrik Backman
Love Fredrik Backman’s heartfelt, witty stories of friendship and community? These readalikes bring the same charm and emotional punch.
If You Like Brandon Sanderson
Love Sanderson’s epic worlds and twisty magic systems? Try these readalikes packed with deep lore, big stakes, and unforgettable characters.
If You Like Ann Patchett
Discover more literary fiction that explores themes of love, family, community, and moral dilemmas with grace and nuance.
If You Like James Patterson
Whether you are looking for a suspenseful crime thriller, heartfelt romance or intimate biography, you'll find it here.
If You Like Fredrik Backman
Love Fredrik Backman’s heartfelt, witty stories of friendship and community? These readalikes bring the same charm and emotional punch.
If You Like Brandon Sanderson
Love Sanderson’s epic worlds and twisty magic systems? Try these readalikes packed with deep lore, big stakes, and unforgettable characters.
If You Like Ann Patchett
Discover more literary fiction that explores themes of love, family, community, and moral dilemmas with grace and nuance.
If You Like James Patterson
Whether you are looking for a suspenseful crime thriller, heartfelt romance or intimate biography, you'll find it here.
Book Buzz
Listen to Book Reviews on Book Buzz
Tune in each week to hear Sno-Isle staff share their favorite reads on 90.7 KSER Independent Radio.
Book Buzz Episode 136
Our recommendations this week are: “Cinder House” by Freya Marske and “Wildfire Days” by Kelly Ramsey.
Book Buzz Episode 134
Our recommendations this week are: “Vox” by Christina Dalcher and “Blood at the Root” by LaDarrion Williams.
Book Buzz Episode 132
Our recommendations this week are: “The Road to Tender Hearts” By Annie Hartnett and “Dogs and Monsters” by Mark Haddon.
Listen to Book Reviews on Book Buzz
Tune in each week to hear Sno-Isle staff share their favorite reads on 90.7 KSER Independent Radio.
Book Buzz Episode 136
Our recommendations this week are: “Cinder House” by Freya Marske and “Wildfire Days” by Kelly Ramsey.
Book Buzz Episode 134
Our recommendations this week are: “Vox” by Christina Dalcher and “Blood at the Root” by LaDarrion Williams.
Book Buzz Episode 132
Our recommendations this week are: “The Road to Tender Hearts” By Annie Hartnett and “Dogs and Monsters” by Mark Haddon.
Book & Author Events
High Seas Adventures with Vanessa Riley - Online Author Talk
Feb 5th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Event
Join Vanessa Riley to chat about her newest book, 'Fire Sword and Sea,' based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.
Historical Fiction Online Book Group
Feb 11th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online Event
This month we will be discussing 'My Name Is Emilia Del Valle' by Isabel Allende.
Lit for Fun Online Book Group - "A Spy Among Friends"
Feb 12th | 9:00am - 10:15am
Online Event
On February 12 we'll be discussing 'A Spy Among Friends: Kim Philby and the Great Betrayal' by Ben Macintyre.
400 Years of Black Women’s Magic - Online Author Talk
Feb 12th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Event
Black feminist philosopher Lindsey Stewart exposes a vital contour of American history.
High Seas Adventures with Vanessa Riley - Online Author Talk
Feb 5th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Event
Join Vanessa Riley to chat about her newest book, 'Fire Sword and Sea,' based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.
Historical Fiction Online Book Group
Feb 11th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online Event
This month we will be discussing 'My Name Is Emilia Del Valle' by Isabel Allende.
Lit for Fun Online Book Group - "A Spy Among Friends"
Feb 12th | 9:00am - 10:15am
Online Event
On February 12 we'll be discussing 'A Spy Among Friends: Kim Philby and the Great Betrayal' by Ben Macintyre.
400 Years of Black Women’s Magic - Online Author Talk
Feb 12th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Event
Black feminist philosopher Lindsey Stewart exposes a vital contour of American history.
Staff Picks
Trending Reads in World Affairs
Explore the books everyone is talking about in global politics.
Enchanting Tales of Frost and Wonder
If you dream of winter wonderlands beyond imagination, these books will warm your heart while whisking you into worlds of frost and fantasy.
Most Popular Fiction of 2025
These adult fiction titles were the most popular with Sno-Isle Libraries readers this past year.
Baking Butter Tarts
Butter Tarts are a uniquely Canadian treat. Learn how to make these and other sweet tarts.
Trending Reads in World Affairs
Explore the books everyone is talking about in global politics.
Enchanting Tales of Frost and Wonder
If you dream of winter wonderlands beyond imagination, these books will warm your heart while whisking you into worlds of frost and fantasy.
Most Popular Fiction of 2025
These adult fiction titles were the most popular with Sno-Isle Libraries readers this past year.
Baking Butter Tarts
Butter Tarts are a uniquely Canadian treat. Learn how to make these and other sweet tarts.