MCPL's Expand Your Shelf Challenge is designed to help you figure out what to read next and help you find reads you might otherwise have missed. Our team of librarians has put together lists for adults, teens, and kids.
Adults
- A book suggested by an MCPL staff member
- A nonfiction graphic novel
- An author that shares your first or last initial
- A book with an alliterative title
- A book set in the Midwest
- A book about music or musicians
- A book that catches your eye
- A book you've been intimidated to read
- A book with a color in the title
- A book from the villain's point of view
- A book written by a disabled author
- A book inspired by folklore from another country
- A favorite book from your childhood
- A book featuring artificial intelligence
- A nonfiction book about a crime other than murder
- A book with a one-word title
- A book about sports
- An anthology featuring diverse voices
- A book about an event that took place in your lifetime
- The 25th book on your To Be Read list
Teens
- A book suggested by an MCPL staff member
- A book inspired by folklore from another country
- A book set in the Midwest
- A book about sports
- A favorite book from your childhood
- An anthology featuring diverse voices
- A book about an event that took place before you were born
- A book about an artist or with an artist character
- A book about a disabled character
- A book from the Missouri Dogwood Outstanding Nonfiction list
Kids
- A book suggested by an MCPL staff member
- A book about sports
- A book about the bad guy
- A book that takes place before you were born
- A book about art
- A book featuring heroes from another land
- A book with a one-word titles
- A book about something you like
- A book you think has cool drawings or illustrations
- A biography
Book Groups
MCPL branches offer a variety of book group options for all ages. Come and enjoy some lively discussions. Contact your branch for more details.