Reader’s Corner
Need a book to read on your vacation? Required to read a specific genre for a class? Enjoy mysteries but unsure of what author to try next? Looking for a book you can’t remember the title of? Just ask us!
WPL Reads
WPL Reads is a new blog where Waterloo Public Library staff post what they’re reading, suggest good reads, and share what’s going on in the book world. Fiction. Non-Fiction. New reads. But some older books, too. We hope to introduce you to some new titles and authors, or perhaps to reacquaint you with an old favourite. New entries are posted every few days, so check back often!
Best Seller Lists
Links to the most popular best sellers list: NY Times, Globe & Mail and Oprah’s Book Club, as well as the perennial favourite, WPL’s own In-house Fiction Best Sellers List.
Blogs for Book Lovers
Book lovers around the world have created blogs (short for weblog) to review and share their favourite titles.
Books & Literature: databases for book lovers
Check out our amazing free databases, including “NoveList”, “What Do I Read Next?”, “Global Books in Print” and more!
Good Reads for Adults
Our staff read a lot of good books and they want to pass the titles on to you!
If You Like…
A list of popular authors, and others who write in a similar style or setting.
Links for Book Lovers
A list of handy links for avid readers and mystery lovers. Enjoy!
New Items List
To discover what’s new at WPL (new books, new dvds etc.) browse the New Items lists. From the main screen of the Catalogue, click on the New Items link found on the blue navigation bar. This will take you to a selection of New Items lists.
IMPORTANT NOTE: WPL shares this page with KPL so be sure to choose the WPL list.
Click on any title that interests you and place your holds in the usual way. To get back to the list click the Featured Lists button on the top of the page.
The lists include new titles that were ordered in the past month as well as all titles that were received in the library in the past month. The lists are refreshed once a month. Enjoy!
For recommendations and reader’s advisory assistance, contact the Information Desk at 519-886-1310 ext. 124.
One Book, One Community (OBOC) Website
Our region reads! Visit the official website to learn everything you need to know about current OBOC happenings, programs and more.
Our Bookshelf
These handy lists are divided by genre and will help guide you to some wonderful books.
Personalized Reading List
Are you looking for a good book to read? We can help! Fill out the Personalized Reading List form and we will create a list of suggestions based on your preferences within 5 business days.
Purchase Suggestions
If you wish to suggest a title for purchase, simply email Alannah d’Ailly, Manager, Library Collections, or adailly@wpl.ca.
Reading with Kids
Visit KidBits for a variety of reading recources and more, including:
- KidBooks (wonderful books recommended by our staff)
- Tumblebook Library
- WPL’s New Children’s Books blog
Reading With Seniors
Visit Seniors at WPL to view lists of our most recent large print purchases, good reads in large print lists, book reviews and free electronic books in large print.
The WPL Book Club
Our open book clubs, one at the Main Library and one at the McCormick Branch, allow for people to drop in and attend once in a while, or to come faithfully every month. Everyone welcome!
Don’t forget to visit the WPL Book Club’s blog for entries relating to the books that the Club has discussed previously or will be discussing at the next meeting. Check it out today!
