With the recent popularity of James by Percival Everett and the film version of Wicked - a musical based on the novel by Gregory Maguire - we went looking for more books at the library that also re-tell a well-known story from a new perspective. Browse the carousel below to see what we found!
As we look back and remember former President Jimmy Carter, here are some books to consider.
Check out some of our favorite books that we read (or listened to) in 2024! Want to try one for yourself? Click on the cover image to visit the online catalog and place a hold. You can also check out the display in person near the New Book Shelves at the library.
Angela's Picks
Caitlin's Picks
Ever wonder what your friends and neighbors are reading, watching or listening to? Scroll through the carousels below to find the 10 most frequently checked out books, movies, and more at the Bedford Public Library in 2024!
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Did you love the moving psychological suspense, complex characters and small town atmosphere of Chris Whitaker's All the Colors of the Dark? Check out some of these other books we think you'll also enjoy!
Is it your turn to bring dessert for this year's Thanksgiving festivities? Need some last minute inspiration? Check out one of these fantastic cookbooks that center around pie (and a few other tasty desserts) to get your baking creativity rolling!
The number of art and crafting classes available to watch online via CreativeBug is growing! Here's a peek at some of November and December's newest offerings.
To log in to CreativeBug for free with your Bedford Public Library card, use the link under Online Courses & Entertainment in the eLibrary tab.
Get a sneak peek at what's on order at the Bedford Public Library with publication dates in November of 2024!
See something you'd like to read? Click on the cover image to visit our online calendar, log in to your account and be one of the first to place your hold request.
Halloween is just around the corner! Why not celebrate spooky season with a classic this year? Browse the carousels below to see some of the timeless scary novels, stories and movies available to check out from the Bedford Public Library. See something that sends shivers down your spine? Click on the cover image to visit the library catalog and place a hold by logging into your account.
Books
Want a sneak peek at some of the exciting new books we've got on-order? Browse the carousel below to see October titles by beloved authors and some famous faces.
See something that interests you? Click on the cover image to visit our online catalog where you can pace your hold request now!
