Short Reads With Novellas
On this episode of the Books and Bites podcast, we discuss the eighth prompt in the Books and Bites 2022 Reading Challenge, novellas. These short novels of 200 pages or less are perfect for your end of summer reading!
Prompt to Page With Claudia Love Mair
On this episode of the Prompt to Page podcast, we talk to Claudia Love Mair, author and coordinator of the Carnegie Center's Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative.
An Ocean of Possible Reads
On this episode of the Books and Bites podcast, we discuss the seventh prompt in the Books and Bites 2022 Reading Challenge, books that take place near the ocean. To celebrate our summer learning theme, we have an ocean of possible reads for you!
Prompt to Page With David Dominé
On this episode of the Prompt to Page podcast, we talk to David Dominé, author of A Dark Room in Glitter Ball City. We're also excited to share a story submitted by listener Beth Kelly, "The Box on the Porch."
Books With Black Joy
On this episode of the Books and Bites podcast, we discuss the sixth prompt in the Books and Bites 2022 Reading Challenge, books that include Black joy.
Browse New Digital Newspaper Collections
America's News & Black Life in America, resources offered by NewsBank, are now available from JCPL.
Prompt to Page With Gwenda Bond
For the ninth episode of the Prompt to Page podcast, we talk to New York Times bestselling author Gwenda Bond. Gwenda shares two writing prompts that will spark your imagination no matter what genre you write.
JCPL's Future is Fine-Free
Starting July 1, 2022, Jessamine County Public Library will join libraries across the country in eliminating overdue fines.
Books Through the Decades
On this episode of the Books and Bites podcast, we discuss the fifth prompt in the Books and Bites 2022 Reading Challenge, a book published in the decade you were born.