In this edition of binge-then-read we are covering not one, but three trending shows. If you have been watching Des Moines native Andrew Fuller rise to stardom on Is it Cake, we have recommendations to inspire your baking endeavors. If you are loving the Apple TV adaptation of Pachinko, we h...
Read MoreThe American Library Association recently revealed their list of the 10 most challenged books of 2021. The ALA tracks challenges to library, school, and university materials each year as part of their work to ensure free access to information. In 2021, 1,597 books were targeted for various reasons. ...
Read MoreBudgeting, building credit, getting the most out of your trip to the grocery store - these are important personal finance skills, but they can also seem overwhelming. It doesn't have to be, though! The Des Moines Public Library is teaming up with the Financial Empowerment Center in Des Moines for a ...
Read MoreOn the latest episode of the DMPL Podcast, we’re joined by Amanda Montell! Amanda is the author of Cultish: the Language of Fanaticism, and she co-hosts the hit podcast “Sounds like a Cult.” She is also the next author in our Authors Visiting in Des Moines series! Amanda will be in Des Moin...
Read MoreApril is Earth Month, a time to celebrate all of the wonders of this amazing planet that we live on. There are thousands of books about the natural world that you could choose to read this month. To help you out, our Book Chat librarians put together a list of fiction and nonfiction books with great...
Read MoreGather round at your local branch, because in-person storytimes are back at the Des Moines Public Library! After nearly two years of virtual storytimes, take-home activities, and passive events, our librarians are back telling tales and singing songs to kids and families in our own locations. Hundre...
Read MoreLady Whistledown’s Society Papers Friday, March 25, 2022 Des Moines Public Library Edition Dearest Readers, Season two of Bridgerton premieres today on Netflix. In this edition of Binge-then-Read the Des Moines Public Library Book Chat librarians assisted me with pairin...
Read MoreThe newest episode of the DMPL Podcast features Angeline Boulley, author of the hit novel Firekeeper's Daughter. Boulley chats with host Aaron Gernes about the whirlwind of a year she's had since her book was released to rave reviews from both the professional press and readers. She also discus...
Read MoreSpring is on its way! Warmer temperatures, more daylight, and just enough rainy days to keep things interesting - all great excuses to read a book, whether relaxing outside or curling up on the couch as showers create flowers outside. These fifteen books, by well-known authors as well as new voic...
Read MoreIn times of crisis books and literature can help us to understand the world. One year ago February 24, 2022 Russia invaded Ukraine. We published this book list after the initial invasion with recommendations to to help you understand the situation, Russian-Ukraine relations, and more. For thos...
Read MoreAViD author Brad Meltzer joins us on the latest episode of the DMPL Podcast! Brad will be kicking off the AViD series on Thursday, March 17, at 7:00 PM at the Central Library. But before coming to town, he comes on the podcast to discuss how excited he is to be back on the road again. He also talks ...
Read MoreWomen's History Month is a time where we highlight everything women have done, both in history and in modern society. It's a great opportunity to highlight stories written by and/or about women, both famous, infamous, and little known. We've picked nine books below that tell the story of some of the...
Read MoreThe DMPL Podcast returns with Book Chat team member Carrie! She's chatting about books she loves that fulfill one or more categories of the 2022 Reading Challenge. If you haven't signed up for the Reading Challenge, do so now! It's a great chance to win books and win prizes in the process. Ap...
Read MoreAfter 16 days of incredible sports stories, drama, and controversies, another winter Olympics has ended. In this edition of Binge-then-Read, we have sports adjacent books, ski trips gone wrong, and some nonfiction about Olympic history, and of course all the Olympic drama. If you spent the last few ...
Read MoreWe've spend the last few weeks talking about the importance of early literacy skills and highlighting how the Simple Steps to Success program can help parents and caregivers incorporate those skills into their everyday lives. Our Outreach Librarian, Maddie Bassman, has been involved in ...
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