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  • Waves of YA

    Looking for something different? Listen to episodes of our podcast, Waves of YA, where OCL Teen Services Librarians talk themes and books, or just check out the books we’re talking about in each episode.

  • African American Voices

    Compelling stories written by African American authors.

  • Non-Fiction

    Real people. Real events. From biography to self-help to history.

  • Streaming Media

    Looking for something new? Explore streaming movies, tv, and music available through Hoopla, Kanopy, and Freegal.

  • Romance

    Contemporary, realistic romance for young adults.

  • Women's History Month

    Smart, strong, and multi-dimensional women. Forget the damsel in distress, these ladies take charge of their lives and stand up for what they believe in.

  • Mystery

    Betrayals, lies, plotting a grand scheme, and twists that keep you guessing until the very end. Can you figure out who done it before the last page?

  • LGBTQ+

    Books where queer representation is at the forefront.

  • Science Fiction

    Robots, rebels, time travelers, strange technology, and more!

  • Realistic Fiction

    Books solidly grounded in real life - these stories could actually happen!