Books
Jimothy's Custom Reading List
First, defend your territory. Then learn its secrets. Meet your neighbors. Find snacks. Expand your range.
At Least Twelve Reasons Not to Live in an Old Castle
Gothic fiction has its origins in the 18th century. Try one of these eerie stories, many set in more contemporary times.
Featured Services and Blog Posts
New & On Order Books
Reading Challenges
Join our Fall Into Reading Challenge!
Get cozy and fall head over heels for a new book! Log your minutes, and watch those badges pile up all season long.
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.
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 Stephen King
Learn more about the King of Horror and get suggestions for similar, spine-tingling authors, titles & series.
If You Like Michael Connelly
Combining police procedural, legal drama and psychological suspense, Michael Connelly's thrillers keep readers on the edge of their seats.
If You Like John Grisham
These read-alikes deliver dramatic, fast-paced legal thrillers with sympathetic characters and intricate plots.
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 Stephen King
Learn more about the King of Horror and get suggestions for similar, spine-tingling authors, titles & series.
If You Like Michael Connelly
Combining police procedural, legal drama and psychological suspense, Michael Connelly's thrillers keep readers on the edge of their seats.
If You Like John Grisham
These read-alikes deliver dramatic, fast-paced legal thrillers with sympathetic characters and intricate plots.
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.
Book & Author Events
Writing the Nightmare with Daniel Kraus - Online Author Talk
Sep 8th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Event
Prepare to launch into the darkest depths of deep space! Join master storyteller Daniel Kraus, winner of the 2026 Pulitzer Prize.
Lit for Fun Online Book Group
Sep 10th | 9:00am - 10:15am
Online Event
"The Soul of an Octopus" by Sy Montgomery
Building Better, Stronger Relationships with Priya Parker
Sep 15th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us for a paradigm-shifting talk w/ world-renowned facilitator Priya Parker to discuss her groundbreaking new book The Art of Fighting.
Writing the Nightmare with Daniel Kraus - Online Author Talk
Sep 8th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Event
Prepare to launch into the darkest depths of deep space! Join master storyteller Daniel Kraus, winner of the 2026 Pulitzer Prize.
Lit for Fun Online Book Group
Sep 10th | 9:00am - 10:15am
Online Event
"The Soul of an Octopus" by Sy Montgomery
Building Better, Stronger Relationships with Priya Parker
Sep 15th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us for a paradigm-shifting talk w/ world-renowned facilitator Priya Parker to discuss her groundbreaking new book The Art of Fighting.
Staff Picks
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: Contemporary Edition
Romance Graphic Novels featuring an adult cast working their way through the trials of work and love!
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: University Edition
Romance graphic novels featuring young adults who are in the throes of academia navigating careers paths and relationships!
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: Paranormal Edition
Romance Graphic Novels featuring an adult cast who navigate work and social lives with paranormal excitement sprinkled throughout!
Guillermo del Toro’s Reading Recommendations
Discover the books behind the famed director's monsters, mysteries, folklore, and unforgettable films.
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: Contemporary Edition
Romance Graphic Novels featuring an adult cast working their way through the trials of work and love!
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: University Edition
Romance graphic novels featuring young adults who are in the throes of academia navigating careers paths and relationships!
Adult Romance Graphic Novels: Paranormal Edition
Romance Graphic Novels featuring an adult cast who navigate work and social lives with paranormal excitement sprinkled throughout!
Guillermo del Toro’s Reading Recommendations
Discover the books behind the famed director's monsters, mysteries, folklore, and unforgettable films.