One Book Chelmsford – Peter Swanson visit, Mystery Improv, Art mysteries, NY mysteries and scandals

Join us for a special event featuring our 2024 One Book Chelmsford author Peter Swanson! Space is limited so please register. Peter Swanson will be in conversation with fellow mystery writer Connie Hambly Johnson. Peter Swanson is the Sunday Times and New York Times best selling author of ten novels, including The Kind Worth Killing, winner … Continue reading One Book Chelmsford – Peter Swanson visit, Mystery Improv, Art mysteries, NY mysteries and scandals

Which Book to Read based on Taylor Swift’s Midnights

In celebration of Taylor Swift being the first artist to have all ten spots on Billboards Top 100, Chelmsford Public Library has compiled a list of book recommendations for your favorite songs off her new album, Midnights. Read on to see which book you should read next!   Lavender Haze –> In Five Years, Rebecca … Continue reading Which Book to Read based on Taylor Swift’s Midnights

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – March 9, 2022

This Heart of Mine by C.C. Hunter (2018) Reviewed by Diya In the novel This Heart of Mine, C.C. Hunter does a beautiful job of exploring young, heart-throbbing love through the eyes of both Matt and Leah. Because Leah suffers from a heart condition that forces her into carrying around an artificial heart, she is … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – March 9, 2022

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – December 16, 2022

As the temperatures drop and the sky darkens early, take advantage of blankets, warm drinks, and good books! Our teen volunteers have written some great reviews to share – maybe one of these will be your next cozy winter read! Everless by Sara Holland (2018) Reviewed by Vaanya The book Everless, is by Sara Holland, and … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – December 16, 2022

Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – February 18, 2023

Enchanted by Alethea Kontis (2013) Reviewed by Vaanya The book Enchanted (The Woodcutter Sisters Book 1) written by Alethea Kontis, was published in 2013. It is a wonderful and adventurous book that takes you into a blissful fantasy. It has all of the typical fairytale stories but with a uniqueness added by the author. The … Continue reading Teen Volunteer Book Reviews – February 18, 2023

Children’s Room Mural

Artist Yetti Frenkel was commissioned to paint a mural in memory of Library Trustee Steven Maloney. Steve died suddenly in January 2006 leaving his wife Cynthia and two young children. Steve grew up in Chelmsford and was a great library supporter. Cynthia, her family, and Steve’s family commissioned a mural for the children’s room in … Continue reading Children’s Room Mural

Bibliobites in May: Ish the Third

It’s official: “-ish” is now a trend in the cookbook world.  It’s a positive trend overall, acknowledging that while we may not be discussing or producing something totally authentic (for one or multiple reasons), it’s close enough to (literally) give you the flavor of a particular cuisine.  And as the title of this post implies, … Continue reading Bibliobites in May: Ish the Third

While you’re waiting for… Book Lovers

Nothing says Summer like those fun, colorful, romantic comedies. With tropes like “enemies to lovers,” “opposites attract,” and “fake relationship,” these books charm with strong characters, witty dialogue, and an upbeat, fast-pace to a heartwarming conclusion – the perfect beach companion. This Summer’s hit is the latest from Emily Henry called Book Lovers. In Book … Continue reading While you’re waiting for… Book Lovers