39 Clues, eBooks & More @ KDL!

Information, Ideas, Excitement!

Get ready for mystery and fun as the Kent District Library presents Codes, Secrets, and Adventure: A 39 Clues Party. Children ages six and up are invited to uncover secrets, solve codes and enjoy activities based on the popular book series, The 39 Clues. The series follows two children, Amy Cahill and her brother Dan, as they travel the world to hunt for clues revealing important information about the Cahill family.

Registration is required, so visit our online calendar to sign up for an event near you!

Experience the British Isles

Join us as we celebrate the culture, music, geography and food of Britain, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Cultural Awareness: Focus on the British Isles will take place from 4pm to 6pm on Monday, November 22 at KDL's Englehardt branch. Books, music and videos highlighting this fascinating and beautiful land will be on hand and refreshments will be served.

We hope to see you on November 22 for this virtual journey to the British Isles!

KDL's Monthly Online Resource: eBooks

Convenient, quick and FREE, KDL's eBooks are a great way to stay entertained and informed while on the go. And loading titles to your favorite device is easy, as this handy step-by-step guide illustrates.

Don't have an eReader device? Don't worry; eBooks can be read right on your computer as long as you download the free Adobe Digital Editions software. Check out KDL's collection of eBooks today at http://ebooks.mcls.org.

Meet Author Michael Deeb

Dr. Michael Deeb, author of the Drieborg Chronicles, a fictional trilogy based on the Civil War, will visit KDL's Englehardt branch at 6pm on Thursday, November 18. He will present on his latest book in the trilogy, Honor Restored, which features a main character from Lowell, MI. Books will be available for purchase and a book signing will follow.

Deeb published his first Civil War era historical novel, Duty and Honor in 2007, followed by Duty Accomplished in 2008. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Englehardt Library.

Looking for a Great Read? We Can Help.

KDL Recommended Reading list

Whether you're looking for thrills, inspiration or you just aren't sure what to read next, KDL can help. From our read-alike and genre booklists to helpful online tools including NoveList, KDL offers a number of ways to find a great read. We even offer a personalized reading list service; just tell us what you like and we'll recommend titles you might love. You can also stop by any of our 18 branches and talk to one of our helpful readers' advisory experts for help discovering that perfect read.

There's always a great book just waiting to be discovered!

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