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Beyond The Shelves: 2026 Reading Challenge Recommendations

An image of the Beyond the Shelves podcast logo with two librarians smiling, this episode is titled "2026 Reading Challenge Reveal" and displays the reading challenge bingo logo underneath.

In this episode of Beyond the Shelves, Sarah and Jes discuss the 2026 reading challenge, recommend books to complete your bingo board, and in the book bulletin, talk about the hit series Heated Rivalry on HBO. 








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Beyond The Shelves: Best Books of 2025

In this episode, Sarah and Jes discuss the best books of the year, great books to give as gifts, the most checked out items at DMPL, and the librarian... Read More

Des Moines Public Library Names Melissa McCollum as New Library Director

The Des Moines Public Library is pleased to announce that Melissa McCollum has been named the library's next library director. McCollum will begin her... Read More

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