Teen Book Reviews: November 2022
Occasionally, we will feature spoiler-free book reviews written by local teens. These reviews are for teens, by teens, although adults are known to enjoy some… Read More »Teen Book Reviews: November 2022
Teen Book Reviews: October 2022
Occasionally, we will feature spoiler-free book reviews written by local teens. These reviews are for teens, by teens, although adults are known to enjoy some… Read More »Teen Book Reviews: October 2022
Teen Book Reviews: September 2022
Occasionally, we will feature spoiler-free book reviews written by local teens. These reviews are for teens, by teens, although adults are known to enjoy some… Read More »Teen Book Reviews: September 2022
Dark Academia Book List
Santa Barbara doesn’t start having true fall-like weather until later in the year. No one is ready to break out their tweed jackets or wool… Read More »Dark Academia Book List
Teen Book Reviews: Summer 2022
Occasionally, we will feature spoiler-free book reviews written by local teens. These reviews are for teens, by teens, although adults are known to enjoy some… Read More »Teen Book Reviews: Summer 2022
Favorite Books by Asian American Authors
Violence against Asian Americans is tragically on the rise, but at SBPL we believe that books can help people develop empathy and understanding. We’re pleased… Read More »Favorite Books by Asian American Authors
Children’s Books about the Refugee Experience
These nonfiction, picture books, and middle grade novels explore the global refugee crisis.
Books about Growing Up
These books on puberty, sexuality, gender, and growing up offer talking points for parents introducing these concepts to children in an age appropriate way.
Must Read Fall Releases of 2020
Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi The follow up to Gyasi’s fantastic debut, Homegoing, follows Gifty, a neuroscience student who is looking to hard science to… Read More »Must Read Fall Releases of 2020
Nonfiction for New Perspectives
Reading can widen our perspective, and show us new ways of looking at the world. These recent nonfiction titles will expand your horizons, and inspire… Read More »Nonfiction for New Perspectives