- A Thousand Splendid Suns
- A story of a remarkable friendship during an unforgiving time in Afghanistan's history.
- See: Khaled Hosseini discusses A Thousand Splendid Suns (YouTube video)
The Dog Days of Summer
Phew! the "dog days of summer" are here; it's the sultry season, marked by the hottest and often muggiest part of summertime. Ready to relax in a comfy spot with a light reading book and a tall glass of cool? It doesn't get any better than this! Don't know what to read? Try these suggested titles or, if you prefer to thumb through intriguing magazine articles, remember that magazines check out for 3 weeks (excluding the current issue). Find PCC magazines in print or electronic form. See: How to Find Journals or search the library catalog for bestsellers and bookclub picks.
Suggested Fiction Reading
Related websites
- Bestsellers (Powells Books)
- See what the staff of the world's largest independent used and new bookstore recommends.
- Booklists (Multnomah County Library)
- You are sure to find something to your liking in this list.
- NYPL Recommended Reading (New York Public Library)
- The renowned New York Public Library offers links to sizzing reads, award winners, staff picks and online book group discussions.
- Oprah's Book Club List
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When Oprah Winfrey reads a book, millions of readers follow. Find something to match your palate.
- Pearl's Picks
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From NPR, nationally recognized librarian and best-selling author Nancy Pearl recommends summer's best books.
- The Complete "You Must Read This" Recommendation List (NPR)
- NPR provides complete lists of recommended fiction and non-fiction books.