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Posted on Tue, July 28, 2020 - 05:21am
Have you fallen in love with Inspector Armand Gamache, the quirky residents of Three Pines and the intriguing mysteries that have made Louise Penny's Inspector Gamache series a bestseller? Click the links to find some other books we think you might enjoy as well!
Print Books
Large Print…
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Posted on Thu, July 23, 2020 - 02:03pm
Even though a beach vacation may be harder to come by this year, summer is still the right time for the perfect beach read. Whether you make it to the sandy shore or are just imagining the surf from a sunny spot in your own back yard, we hope these themed browsable lists will help you pick out the…
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Posted on Fri, July 10, 2020 - 01:17pm
The Nightingale, written by Kristin Hannah, was published in 2015 and has been a local favorite in addition to spending 20 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. In other words, if you loved this story of two sisters caught up in the turmoil of occupied France during WWII, you're not alone…
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Posted on Tue, July 07, 2020 - 03:55am
Looking for an intriguing true (or mostly true) story for your Summer Reading this year? Click the links below to browse themed collections of memoirs and biographies all available to check out from the Bedford Public Library!
If you're looking for someone who didn't make the list or you can't…
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Posted on Tue, June 30, 2020 - 12:26pm
Can't get enough of the edge-of-your seat suspense and fast-paced thrillers that James Patterson is known for? Browse the carousels below and click on the cover images to find more books that we think you'll enjoy!
Looking for more suggestions or a personalized reading recommendation? Email the…
Kids
Posted on Fri, June 26, 2020 - 07:22am
Time for another round of Children's Staff Picks!
You can find these books by clicking on the cover to place a hold through our catalog.
Miss Kate's Picks
The War that Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker BradleyBorn with a twisted foot, Ada’s mother has locked her up for most of her life-treating…
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Posted on Thu, June 18, 2020 - 06:05am
Are you on the hunt for your next great historical fiction read, but aren't sure where to start? Click the links below to find browsable lists of historical fiction, categorized by time period and book format and all available to request from the Bedford Public Library!
If your favorite era didn't…
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Posted on Mon, June 01, 2020 - 03:42pm
The weather is warming up and we're all looking forward to spending some time in the great outdoors. Here are a few browsable lists of books that you can request or download to help you enjoy time spent outside!
Gardening Books
Gardening eBooks
Gardening Books for Kids
Home and Yard Improvement…
Kids
Posted on Mon, June 01, 2020 - 10:21am
The 4th-6th graders of New Hampshire have chosen New Kid by Jerry Craft as the winner for the 2020 Great Stone Face Award! New Kid is available digitally on Hoopla and Overdrive if you haven't read it yet.
Here is the list of the 2020-2021 Nominees. Click on the cover to place a hold in the…
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Posted on Sat, May 23, 2020 - 11:09am
Staying home more also means that we’re all cooking at home more. Whether you’re learning to get creative when ingredients are sold out or discovering a love of baking and cooking with your extra time, here are a few online opportunities to enhance your cooking game and explore your love of food…
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Posted on Fri, May 22, 2020 - 12:05pm
Are you looking for a great Mystery or Suspense novel to request now that contact-free pickup has started? Click the links to explore these browsable themed collections and find great books that you can request or download with your Bedford Public Library card.
A Race Against Time
These characters…
Teens
Posted on Fri, May 15, 2020 - 09:09am
Are you a high school student looking for assistance with remote learning, test prep, and the college admissions process? There are many free online resources available to help you!
New Hampshire's Department of Education has created a website to provide students, parents, and teachers with…
Kids
Posted on Fri, May 08, 2020 - 07:54am
It's time to vote for the Great Stone Face Award!
Voting takes place from May 1-May 31 2020. The 2020 winner will be announced on June 1st.
Click here to cast your vote!
What is it? This award is given annually, to an author whose book receives the most votes from New Hampshire 4th-6th graders…
Kids
Posted on Thu, April 30, 2020 - 12:58pm
Here is another round of staff picks from our Children's Librarians!
You can find these books by visiting our ebooks page here: https://www.bedfordnhlibrary.org/ebooks-audiobooks
MIss Carla's Reviews:
24 Hours In Nowhere by Dusti Bowling
Gus is small. He is thirteen and much smarter than his…
Reference
Posted on Mon, April 27, 2020 - 05:58am
We may all be getting a little cabin fever from being stuck at home right now, so why not try some armchair travel? In this blog entry, we’ll share some ideas and resources to help you travel to far off places, without leaving the comfort of your favorite reading nook.
Read a Travel Memoir or…
Kids
Posted on Fri, April 24, 2020 - 08:46am
While we've been working from home, Miss Lee Ann has taken the opportunity to find the best of the best stories available on Storyline Online!
If you haven't yet discovered Storyline Online, it's an entirely free website (and has a free app) that houses a collection of classic and contemporary…
Kids, Reference, Teens
Posted on Wed, April 22, 2020 - 06:40am
Earth Day is a perfect time to think of new ways to use old materials around the house, and with social distancing keeping everyone at home, many people now have the time to learn some new crafts or start a science project. If you need Earth-friendly inspiration for your next project, the Bedford…
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Posted on Mon, April 20, 2020 - 10:54am
Hanks. Not Brady.
UNCOMMON TYPE is a collection of short stories written by Tom Hanks. While some may have a familiar ring: the story about space (Apollo 13), the war story (Saving Private Ryan), an immigrant arriving in America (The Terminal) there is plenty of new material. Not a fan of…
Teens
Posted on Fri, April 17, 2020 - 09:44am
Teens, did you know there is a New Hampshire book award just for Young Adult titles? The Flume Award, created in 2005, is presented every year to a YA book chosen by high school students in New Hampshire. Teens across the state nominate their favorite, recently released titles with their public and…
Kids
Posted on Fri, April 17, 2020 - 07:16am
Read-Along Books for Kids
Looking for an audio picture book for your kids to read from home? The Bedford Library has you covered with 3 easy-to-use reading services that parents and children can use on a home computer or smart phone.
Do you live with a tiny Disney fanatic? As part of their…
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Posted on Thu, April 16, 2020 - 12:07pm
We’ve had a lot of queries at the Library from people looking for ways to keep healthy and fit while social distancing. Exercise can be a great way to stay in shape, both physically and mentally. While we’re not able to recommend or vet fitness routines for your individual needs, here’s a few…
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Posted on Tue, April 14, 2020 - 09:33am
The Library staff’s genre study book group meets bi-monthly to learn about different genres. We’ve covered mystery, science fiction, romance, historical fiction, young adult literature, horror, and the top-selling books of the 2010s. Usually, we meet at 8 am before the library opens. Staff…
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Posted on Mon, April 06, 2020 - 11:33am
As we all stay home to try to prevent the spread of COVID-19, more and more meetings and even social events are migrating online. One popular platform for hosting these online group events is Zoom. However, a variety of news sources have been highlighting concerns about privacy and safety. …
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Posted on Tue, March 31, 2020 - 11:27am
Dear Patrons,
Thank you for your ongoing support and patience as we continue to evaluate and adjust our library operations in light of the COVID-19 outbreak. We strive to be a reliable source of information and assistance as always.
Even though we are not seeing you face to face the library staff…
Kids
Posted on Tue, March 31, 2020 - 10:31am
Here are some book reviews from our Children's Staff!
From Miss Kate:
Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein. Available on Overdrive and Cloud Library.
When twelve kids participate in a library lock-in at the grand opening of their new public library, they learn they must use…