Paranormal romance novels involve fantasy worlds, the supernatural, or science fiction elements, which are intrinsic to the plot.
Community Resources: Child and Family Services
If you are looking for community resources, it can be overwhelming to figure out how to begin your search. There is a wide variety of community organizations in St. Tammany Parish that can help with individual, family, and community needs. The St. Tammany Parish Government Community Action Agency (CCA) provides a list of area organizations…
Women in History- Patsy Takemoto Mink
Patsy Takemoto Mink was born December 6, 1927 in Hāmākua Poko on the island of Maui, to second-generation Japanese American parents. She attended Maui High School and in 1944, Mink graduated from high school as class valedictorian. With the entry of Japan into World War II in 1945, her father resigned his local position, and…
Read a Romance: Contemporary Romance
Contemporary romance novels are just that—romances set in the present day.
Kaboom! The Mt. Vesuvius Volcanic Eruption
Mount Vesuvius is a volcano located in southern Italy, near the city of Naples. The volcano is renown for the eruption that occurred there nearly two millennia ago. In 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius surprised Italy with a terrifying eruption that left a mark on history. The exact date of the eruption is unknown, but scientists…
Pages and Panels: Online Book Club
Have you ever wanted to join a book club, but couldn't make the meetings? Do you enjoy reading Young Adult Novels or Graphic Novels? Maybe both? Well, here is a book club for you! Pages and Panels is an Online Book Club that explores Graphic Novels and YA Lit on Goodreads. Every two months, there are…
Read a Romance: Historical Romance
The historical has traditionally been the most popular subgenre of romance, with 84 percent of romance afficionados reading in this category.
Nine Classics Re-imagined as Graphic Novels
It’s back to school time. Time for pencils, backpacks, homework and… classic literature. Not only are the classics often assigned for school reading, but many of us return to them again and again for our own personal enjoyment. These classic titles hold enduring appeal for their memorable characters, universal themes, and excellent prose. Many classic…
The Guinness Book of World Records
The Guinness World Records dates back to an argument between Sir Hugh Beaver and some hunting friends in 1951. Beaver, the manager of Guinness Breweries, argued that the golden plover was the fastest game bird in flight. While Beaver and his friends did later confirm that the plover was in fact as fast as argued…
Spotlight: Robots and Technology Books for Kids
Our world and its technology is changing at a rapid pace, far more rapid in this day and age than for any generation that came before. Young children in particular adapt to technology really easily. These kids' books celebrate and welcome these changes in technology in our swiftly expanding world. These are the stories of…
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