Category: Book Lists

By Joan Carbone – Senior Youth Services Librarian, Lynnfield Public Library “In the winter she curls up around a good book and dreams away the cold.” – Ben Aaronovitch As we head into January, here’s a list of winter reads for you to curl...

By Marita Klements, Assistant Director The shortest day of 2023 in the northern hemisphere is today, Thursday, December 21st.  When the sun sets tonight in Lynnfield at 4:14 PM it will be the longest night of the year.  That means that tomorrow the days...

By Joan Carbone  –  Senior Youth Services Librarian, Lynnfield Public Library Do you have kids looking for things to keep busy over school break (and beyond)? Here’s some ideas to try, and some books to get you going! Cooking/Baking: The no-cook cookbook by Rebecca...

By Samantha Totman, Senior Circulation Librarian Colder weather has arrived, which means we’re settling down for some cozy reading time! See our librarians’ latest favorites below, or stop by the Library and look for the green Staff Picks labels. Barbara, ReferenceLoyalty by Lisa ScottolineBook...

By Samantha Totman, Senior Circulation Librarian, and Joan Carbone, Senior Youth Services Librarian It’s November, which means it’s time to celebrate Native American Heritage Month! We’ve collected titles for all ages to learn about the history and present experiences of indigenous people in the...

By Joan Carbone – Senior Youth Services Librarian, Lynnfield Public Library If spooky tales are your thing, get ready to curl up with one of these frightfully good books for all ages! Adult Books The Changeling by Victor LaValle Book Home Before Dark by...

By Spencer Stevens, Head of Technical Services It’s my favorite time of year! Leaves are falling. The temperature is dropping. Pumpkins are spicing. And, bathed in the dim light of my TV, I am screaming. October brings Halloween and spooky, scary movies. I’m watching...

By Samantha Totman, Senior Circulation Librarian This week, we’re celebrating Banned Books Week at the Lynnfield Library! Banned Books Week highlights the freedom to read and brings attention to the increasing number of book challenges and bans in recent years. According to the American...

By Samantha Totman, Senior Circulation Librarian Cozy fall weather is finally here, and we’re celebrating with books about witches, spies, romance, and even some grilled cheese! Check out our librarians’ favorite September reads below, or stop by the Library and look for the green...

September 15 – October 15 is Latinx Heritage Month.  Join us in celebrating all month long with books by and about Latinx and Hispanic people.  Check out any of the books on this list, come on in to have a look at our displays,...