Looking for something fantastic to read? We connect readers of all ages to fiction and non-fiction books that they will be sure to enjoy. We can also help your find your next favourite movie or mini-series to watch or music CD to listen to. Librarians are the best at that.
Get a Personalized List
Too many choices? We can help!
In a world where we make countless decisions every day, the sheer number of choices can feel overwhelming.
Luckily, our Public Service Librarians are here to help! Passionate, knowledgeable, and well-read, they love guiding readers toward great books and resources.
Let us spark your excitement for reading and discovery. Fill out a Readers' Advisory Form, and we’ll create a personalized list of library materials just for you — handpicked by our expert librarians based on your interests.
NoveList
Want to take on the discovery process on your own? Do you know about NoveList yet?
Novelist is a database that allows readers to search for their favourite authors or titles, and find others of similar interest. Users can browse theme-oriented book lists at every reading level through Explore Fiction, and look for outstanding titles in Best Fiction.
Explore NoveList! A subscription fiction database that provides you with genre information, reviews, annotations, “read-a-likes”, discussion questions and much more for over 120,000 fiction titles. It's like having your very own Public Service Librarian. And library card holders can access it FOR FREE!
Access NoveList --> Use In Library | Use Outside Library
(If you are accessing this database remotely, be sure to have your library card number handy.)
2025 Book Lovers Reading Challenge
Do you want to challenge yourself to read more in 2025? Would you prefer to do it at a no-pressure pace?
Our 2025 Book Lovers Reading Challenge is the perfect way to be inspired, and tackle the challenge of reading throughout the year, by following along the unique monthly challenges.
DISCOVER OUR MONTHLY CHALLENGES --> HERE!
Our talented team of Public Service Librarians have designed a beautifully curated "Inspiration Reading List" to match each month's challenge (category) -- so you don't have to do all the digging to find something great to read. Each month a new list will be published to keep you reading all year long.
2025 Book Lovers Challenge "Inspiration Reading List" (added monthly)
Challenge yourself, grow, and discover, as you expand your reading in 2025!
FOLLOW OUR EVENT --> HERE!
DOWNLOAD THE PRINTABLE PDF 2025 Book Lovers Challenge List BOOKMARK --> HERE (or pick one up from the service desk at the library)
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Staff Picks
The staff here at SPL are avid readers and we are always eager to share our favourite titles! And our Public Service Librarians are constantly curating amazing book displays and special book list recommendations.
If you are interested in discovering staff-approved reading suggestions, this is the place for you.