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Virtue signaling and other heresies : selected writings from Whatever 2013-2018

—Scalzi, John, 1969- author.

2018

Book

"For twenty years now--yes, twenty--John Scalzi has been writing on his blog Whatever, writing about, well, whatever: Politics, writing, cats, the int...

Destiny and power the American odyssey of George Herbert Walker Bush

—Meacham, Jon.

2015

Large Print

From Pulitzer Prize winner and #1 New York Times best selling author Jon Meacham comes a sweeping yet intimate biography of George H. W. Bush. Based o...

When I should've stayed

—Monroe, Max (Joint pseudonym), author.

2025

Book

Josie: Before the moment. There are ghosts at every corner. In the stolen kisses while I waitressed at the diner, in the town festivals in the square,...

Whose midlife crisis is it anyway?

—Peterman, Robyn, author.

2020

Book

Midlife's a journey. Enjoy the ride. Crisis included. Never knew that life after death was far more dangerous than real life. Never in my forty years...

Exodus

—Stewart, Kate (Romance author), author.

2020

Book

"Can you live a lie? It's a ghost town, this place that haunts me, the one that made me. It's clear to me that I'll never outgrow Triple Falls or outl...

Cloudy With A Chance Of Love

—Collins, Fiona.

2016

EBook

'Hilariously engaging and kept me smiling throughout!' - Rachel's Random Reads (top 1000 Amazon Reviewer) Every cloud has a silver lining when it come...

The cotton queen

—Morsi, Pamela, author.

2013

EBook

The road away from home always seems to lead back to our mothers. I am not, nor will I ever be, the kind of woman who wears pearls with her apron wh...

One Week Girlfriend A Novel.

—Murphy, Monica.

2013

EBook

Breakout sensation Monica Murphy takes the romance genre by storm with the deeply emotional, completely addicting story of Drew and Fable. Tem...

Boomer Humor

Restricted EText (NNELS)

This hilarious collection of jokes is written especially for all those Baby Boomers fast approaching their senior years. These jokes will keep you lau...

Ruined : a memoir

—Everhart, Ruth, author.

2016

Book

"'It happened on a Sunday night, even though I'd been a good girl and gone to church that morning.' One brisk November evening during her senior year...

What's what and what to do about it : answers you didn't know you wanted to questions you didn't know you had

—Mellon, Waldo, author.

2022

Book

"Dear Abby, Dear Ann Landers ... make room for Dear Waldo, the imaginary advice columnist of the woes and foibles of human existence from screenwriter...

The Sexually Healthy Man : Essays on Spirituality, Sexuality, & Restoration.

—Bauman, Andrew J.

2020

Book

DESCRIPTION: I grew up in the Southern Baptist church of the 90's during the height of the True Love Waits movement, accompanied by Joshua Harris best...

Surrender : 40 songs, one story

—Bono, 1960- author.

2022

Book

"Bono, artist, activist, and the lead singer of Irish rock band U2, has written a memoir: honest and irreverent, intimate and profound, Surrender is t...

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10 Ingredients You Need To Write A Short Story With Your Kids.

… 10 Ingredients You Need To Write A Short Story With Your Kids. Blog Body Choose a time and place. The best time is … comfortable around the kitchen table or other favourite family gathering spot. Invite everyone to a fun game of, “Let’s Write a Story!” Decide who will be the scribe? It’s important for the person writing to …

2020: a year for escape

… checkouts increased by 63 per cent in 2020, and use of streaming movies and television increasing by 213 per cent! … Upstairs by Lisa Jewell, The Silent Patient by Alex Michalides, and The Guest List by Lucy Foley flew off the digital … early 2021, and we also expect politics and social justice will be topics of interest. It’s also clear that digital …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… for your next reading marathon Blog Body Confession: I am not a runner. I fall firmly into the “reading is my … things I’ve done with the library is volunteering at our aid station for the Queen City Marathon. It’s really … Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative , by Florence Williams “Part of the reason I love running is that it gets …

Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

… Central Zone Board, and Heritage Community Association will launch a discussion series based on the Calls to Action … representing the 94 Calls to Action with the help of resident artist Holly Yuzicapi. The exhibit, titled Igniting … October 23rd Courtney from Community Engagement and Programming Blog Images Short Title Igniting the Spirit of …

Shhhh! The piano is sleeping

… Orchestra to host our Sounds of Summer Reading program. The event pairs summer reading recommendations with … building. First thing in the morning on June 27, the piano will travel (via local mover) from the College Avenue Campus … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

Award winning authors to read at Central Library

… Award winning authors to read at Central Library Submitted by chardy on … a launch event featuring three award-winning Saskatchewan authors, organized in partnership with the Regina Public … Guy Vanderhaeghe, Marlis Wesseler, and Trevor Herriot will convene at the Regina Public Library’s Film Theatre on …

Regina Public Library welcomes author Michelle Good

… Regina Public Library welcomes author Michelle Good Submitted by bbook on Wed, 03/29/2023 - … (FNUC) and the Saskatchewan Library Association (SLA), will host a talk by author Michelle Good at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 12 at …

Goodbye Overdrive App

… is simple, and all your Overdrive reading history and holds will be waiting for you. We’ve got everything you need to … about making the switch, including a helpful walk-through video. Don’t worry though, Overdrive isn’t going away … App Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Digital …

How to vote in the 2024 municipal election

… a Canadian citizen who is at least 18 years old, a resident of Regina, and you've lived in Saskatchewan for at … in your home address to find your polling station where you will vote. This information will also be on your voter … piece of government-issued photo identification with your name and address, such as your driver's licence or …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 2

… help you get started on your novel (and keep going). Consider the importance of conflict and stakes In order for a … often arising from the way different characters' desires will put them at tension due to some fundamental incompatibility of their chosen paths. Conflict can …

Regina Public Library recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with talk by author Bevann Fox

… National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with talk by author Bevann Fox Submitted by bbook on Tue, 09/28/2021 - 13:49 Add Description Regina Public Library will host an in-person event to recognize the National Day … Library, 2311 12th Avenue. The event will also be streamed live via YouTube. Attachment MEDIA …

Award winning author, advocate, to speak on civil discourse

… Award winning author, advocate, to speak on civil discourse Submitted by kbalkwill on Mon, 03/03/2025 - 09:41 Add Description Learn more … and advocate Randy Boyagoda. Why Civil Discourse Matters will feature Boyagoda sharing advice and information, …

Regina Public Library recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with talk by author Lisa Bird-Wilson

… - 09:12 Add Description Regina Public Library (RPL) will host an in-person event to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at 12:00 pm on Friday, September 30, at Central Library, 2311 12th Avenue. The free, drop-in event will also be streamed live via YouTube, for those who prefer to attend …

There is More than One Throne: Game of Thrones Read-Alike.

… There is More than One Throne: Game of Thrones Read-Alike. Blog Body The series is finished, … her sixteenth birthday, Princess Katerina is informed she will not be inheriting the throne of the Empire of the … magic of Innis Lear. Elia. Star-blessed Priest. My sisters hide in the shadows like serpents, waiting to strike our …

The Joy of Book Clubs

… can be signed out on demand by your entire group at the same time. By using Hoopla , you can choose books for … tragic untimely death and her obsession to unmask the identity of the Golden State Killer. Homes: A Refugee Story … Society hosted by CBC’s Sam Maciag on May 26 , where we will be discussing the book Half-Blood Blues by Esi …

Experience Nuit Blanche Art at a Distance

… this year it takes place in warmer conditions, COVID-19 restrictions led to the decision to relocate the event … is curated for social distancing. The urban landscape will be transformed, as art will illuminate buildings in … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post RPL Film Theatre Marketing Tags Art …

The not-so-challenging challenge: 5 tips to set inspiring reading goals

… just fun! Here are some tips on setting reading goals that will inspire you and keep you on track: 1. Start with your … preferences The first step in setting reading goals is to identify what you actually like! Do you prefer fiction or … your goal, you’re more likely to give up on it. For example, “read for one hour of reading each day” becomes “read …

Cozy Cooking

… headfirst into all the comforting recipes I can find. Cinnamon and ginger, maple and apple are the flavour … if they’re far away). If you’re in the market for live guidance with your new recipes, we have a few online programs … regularly to see what’s available: Regina’s own CJ Katz will teach a cooking class with recipes from her new …

Indigenous Voices: Sharing Our Stories

… Stories Blog Body RPL’s newest collection puts Indigenous authors front and centre. The Indigenous Voices collection … graphic novels to memoirs. Our hope is that this collection will make it easy for anyone who’s interested to learn more … We currently have about 150 titles in the collection and will be adding new ones over time. We also welcome requests …

Are you noticing longer wait times for your eBooks? Here’s why

… your favorite reading device. However, our ability to provide you with timely access to bestselling eBooks has … houses. Beginning November 1, Macmillan Publishers will only allow public libraries to purchase one (1) copy of … If you would like to read more about this issue, the American Library Association has prepared this page using …

Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character

… Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character Blog Body One of the great debates people … then a character’s wants, actions, and choices will drive the plot forward, just as much as the plot will … - the objective that drives them through the story. For example, in The Godfather , it is Michael Corleone’s love of …

What's wrong with this picture?

… Web . Ah, it sounds like the height of domesticity and familial joy in this end-of-history world. One template, at … wait a minute! Hold it just one second! Replay that, will you? My God, there is something wrong here. Something drastically perverted and nasty. Didn’t I say it was eight o’clock on a Wednesday evening? So, …

Stream the best in movies and documentaries

… Stream the best in movies and documentaries Blog Body We are … like. But wait, there’s more! With your Library Card you will get unlimited access and plays to Kanopy Kids – Kanopy’s curated children's content of quality and …

Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists

… books you love, the better we can put together a list that will inspire and entertain you! How do we do it? Some … are worth reading. This diversity is perfect when we’re providing recommendations in a genre we don’t normally read … for a particular audience. One of my RPL colleagues, for example, has a huge appetite for children’s literature; she’s …

Canada Reads 2021

… tribute can reign supreme, in this, the 74th annual Hunger Games! Err…my bad. *nervous laugh* This years marks the 20th … have each nominated one book by a Canadian author. Each will debate and defend their choice from March 8 to 11 and a … theme is One Book to Transport Us and the titles are: The Midnight Bargain by C.L. Polk Available in Print , eBook , …

12 days of Bookmas

… to curl up and read. This year we asked our Collections team to tell us what books they are reading this December to help you figure out your to-read plans for the holidays. On the first day of Bookmas, my library gave me... … mysteriously, and every time someone thinks about her, she will return and commit murder. Fans of classic slasher …

Support For The New School Year

… whether i does indeed come before e except after c. All kidding aside, this is going to be a school year unlike any … Regina Public Library can help you out. The resources below will help your family ease into learning in this challenging environment. It …

One good scare: horror recs for Spooky Season

… celebrate the season, the library has got you covered. Stream on Kanopy Talk To Me (2023) – A group of friends … are forced to work late into the night when a mysterious unidentified body of a young woman is delivered to them for … But Bela soon realizes Other Mommy isn’t a friend at all. William: A Novel (2024), Mason Coile – Meet William, a …

Learn Personal Finances During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons

… Learn Personal Finances During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons Blog Body Many of us are … Regina Public Library to help people plan better. The talk will go into details, but here’s how to survive through a … Hope to see you there! Find more business and finance programming . Courtney from Community Engagement and …

5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

… Nature in Winter Blog Body As the Lead of Children’s Programming at RPL, I am always looking out for things that will inspire our young customers to learn and discover. This … Of course, it’s easy for the family to get stuck inside when the cold weather hits, but winter gives us some …

Educator empowering parents to support their child's learning

… parents to support their child's learning Submitted by kbalkwill on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 16:13 Add Description Author and educator Dr. Debbie Pushor will share confidence-building strategies for parents and caregivers to …

How to Add Your Library Card to Your Phone

… How to Add Your Library Card to Your Phone Blog Body Did you know that library cardholders can now add their … phone’s digital wallet? It’s quick and easy to do, and will make your trips to the library a breeze! Your digital … and select My Account. Log in with a valid library username or barcode and password. Select the Add to Wallet …

Scarves in the Park

… hundred scarves were wrapped around trees, benches, and lampposts, all in the hopes they will be taken by those who need them most. Many of the … there are enough to go around. This year however, we decided we wanted in! Through our knitting programs, we put …

How I Improved My Photography at the Library

… feel good about the final piece. Not only that, but this holiday season my friends and family suddenly took interest in my photos, often asking me … I've learned is you don't need expensive gear; an open mind will go a long way to making more meaningful photos. As a …

Moon of the Crusted Snow: A Novel of Survival

… you turning pages to find out how this small community will cope with increasing challenges and survive the … to join, listen to a great reading, and chat with the author. Find more National Indigenous History Month programming . Courtney - Community Engagement Blog Images Short …

Why eBooks Are Better than Paper Books

… just not as good as real books. Ask our customers and they will be happy to number the delights of the printed page: … immediately, and we bet you do too. Your whole library will fit in a carry on. Lightweight – imagine War and … Books Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Digital …

Free legal information and resources at the library!

… don’t know where to start, the Law Society of Saskatchewan will be at Central Library a few times per month to help you … staff can refer you to organizations and lawyers that provide you with the legal advice you need, including those who offer free and low-cost legal assistance. Drop-In Free Family Law Clinics are available in the Community Commons at …

"Try the library once, and you are hooked!"

… Blog Body Regan is more than a library donor. He is a true ambassador. “I can’t remember a time I didn’t use the library,” he says. “My parents would take us … that perhaps with the backlash against fake news people will turn en masse to the library for reliable quality …

You’re never alone with fall reading lists from RPL

… with fall reading lists from RPL Blog Body The cool weather will soon be upon us and we’ll hunker into our cozy indoor … recent hits. Obsessing too often over politics and COVID exposure alerts? Let your mind chew on the tangled webs … tailored exactly to your own tastes of topics, genres or authors, try out our Books4Me service! We can handle this …

Check Out These Virtual Tours, Museums, and Activities

… and Activities Blog Body Sick of being stuck in the same place with nowhere to go? Escape with this list of tours … Museum (Amsterdam) — Virtual tour of the museum and individual artworks and exhibits If it’s educational resources … Art Whether you’re a Trekkie or not, we are sure you will enjoy these daily Shakespeare sonnets read by Sir …

When you love scary movies

… October 1st watch 31 previously unseen horror movies by midnight of Halloween. It doesn’t have to be a movie a day. … classic horror movies instantly available on our movie streaming service Kanopy (read more about getting started with … with your library card: check some of them out here ! I will be back at the end of the month to tell you how my …

Betty's story: when giving is second nature.

… volunteered with organizations devoted to issues from paramedics to fundraising, and she generously donates to … Library (RPL). “If I have skills that I can use to help, I will do that,” says Betty, for whom giving back is second … she went through.” That experience inspired Betty, who decided to help others learn how to read. “But the library …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 1

… encounter and discover, but also a lot of anxiety as I consider the sheer immensity of the task before me. Here is the … (You don’t have to know what those scenes or conversations will look like - just that they exist.). A good road map can … flow charts, and word maps. There are even writing programs like Scrivener that include a note card interface for …

If you can't wait for Dog Man, here are some titles to keep you busy!

… Pilkey’s newest Dog Man title, For Whom the Ball Rolls , will be coming out in August. Here’s a list of funny animal … By Ian Boothby August is a brilliant inventor who is afraid of the outside. Charlie is a crack pilot who isn't afraid … scatterbrained King Cornelius and his intrepid daughter team up with a brilliant inventor to stop an alchemist's …

Let's Talk About Racism

… know how to engage with this important, but sometimes intimidating topic. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and unsure … from my ‘to read’ list are: Angry Queer Somali Boy b y Mohamed Abdulkarim Ali I’ve Been Meaning to Tell You: A Letter … Council of Saskatchewan Executive Director Rhonda Rosenberg will join us to share their experiences, and some tips and …

Level Up! Your Learning This Summer

… Blog Body Last year, I wrote a blog post about summer slide, a term that refers to the loss of learning over the … online-only environment. As a parent, this is something I am grappling with myself as I look ahead to the summer, and … Public Library’s online reading and learning program that will be held June 1st to August 31st. The purpose of Level …

Home Organization for Procrastinators

… find the sections that pertain to you. The Home Edit: A Guide to Organizing and Realizing Your House Goals by Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin With Instagram-famous authors, it is no wonder that this is one of the … is that organizing things in an aesthetically pleasing way will make you feel good, and if you feel good, you are more …

Orange Shirt Day is a chance for us to engage in open conversation about residential schools

… is a chance for us to engage in open conversation about residential schools Blog Body Tansi Orange Shirt Day is a day … to honour those who survived residential schools and their families, and to acknowledge that Every Child Matters. It’s a … on Indigenous people in order to create champions who will walk a path of reconciliation through Orange Shirt Day, …

Brightening up Blue Monday

… day of the year. The excitement (or stress) of the holidays has worn off, and here in Regina, it can be the … a type of depression tied to seasonal changes and our amount of exposure to sunlight. So how can you brighten … , thanks to a SaskEnergy Share the Warmth grant. The lamps will be available in the second-floor mezzanine during …

Boosting Your Small Business’s Online Presence

… Consumers have embraced ordering online during the COVID-19, and many likely won’t switch back to their old habits … can engage them in a two-way conversation, the more they will feel involved and want to return. Consider social media … content management, and online marketing strategies. Programs you may want to get better at using include Photoshop, …

Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian

… Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian Blog Body Considering a digital reading device? As a librarian, I’m often … they are the only brand that has built-in compatibility. Amazon Kindle ereaders only work with content purchased or … in America, so you might see some online comments saying it will work that won’t be true for Canadians. There are more …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 3

… a story a story and not simply a collection of images or video clips. The key is learning to listen to the beats in … novel-length story in draft form. Almost certainly, you will need to make subsequent edits and probably rewrite the … to begin writing. Make sure to check out our NaNoWriMo programs , going on all month long! Blog Images Short Title 3 …

The Top 3 Steps To Cash Flow Survival For Small Businesses

… time of survival, small businesses can improve their liquidity position and not be forced into difficult decisions. … online for now. Consumers who are dedicated to your product will follow you online, where you can weather the pandemic … Explore financial support There are many government programs available to small businesses – some created as COVID …

Applicants

… Applicants … Applications for the 2025-26 Writer in Residence are now closed . The new Writer in Residence will be announced in September 2025. Explore past Writers … . What's involved? Our Writer in Residence (WIR) program provides opportunities for members of the community to …

8 Unexpected Holiday Reads from the Writer in Residence

… 8 Unexpected Holiday Reads from the Writer in Residence Blog Body It takes a … wanted to put to the test now that you have the entire family on which to practice! And you can follow that up with some recipes for the winter solstice celebrations that will make the longest night seem shorter. Christmas in …

Regina Public Library selects 2018-19 Writer in Residence

… Regina Public Library selects 2018-19 Writer in Residence Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, … as its 2018-2019 Writer in Residence. Silverthorne will begin as Writer in Residence on September 24, 2018. “We … her on her exciting ideas for the Writer in Residence program.” Attachment Regina Public Library Release - 2018-19 …

The magic of musical storytelling

… Blog Body I played trumpet in band when I was a kid. I was terrible at it, but I loved music and being … our upcoming educational concert, The Colour Thief . It will be performed at Central Library on Sunday, November 3, … of storytelling through music with the Regina Symphony Chamber Players. Courtney - Community Engagement Blog Images …

Finding the path to reconciliation with Tanya Talaga

… path to reconciliation with Tanya Talaga Submitted by kbalkwill on Mon, 05/16/2022 - 09:48 Add Description Regina Public Library (RPL) will welcome author Tanya Talaga to Regina for an empowering talk on …

Changes for Overdrive app users

… app users Blog Body Overdrive, one of our main providers of digital reading materials, is streamlining its service by making the Libby app the primary way … you need to know: Starting February 23, the Overdrive app will be removed from the Apple, Google Play, and Microsoft …

Uncover Your Family Story

… Uncover Your Family Story Blog Body You might be looking for some … and uncover the missing pieces of your family’s story. Who will you find? Don’t forget to check out RPL’s other … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Digital …

Write a novel in November

… novel in November Blog Body Greetings from the Writer in Residence office! Hopping into the blog to send a wave of … NaNoWriMo website . There's also a Young Writers Program for anyone 17 and under. You will also find information for families and educators there. …

What's a 3D scanner, anyway?

… an “.stl” – that can be used in all kinds of graphics programs. Q: For the tech crowd, what hardware and software does … clothing Surveying, architecture…reverse engineering, rapid prototyping – the list goes on and on! Q: What kinds of … Studio with the object you’d like to scan. A staff member will be there to walk you through the process, from scanning …

Going Down the Summer Slide

… Going Down the Summer Slide Blog Body What is summer slide? A 2020 study showed … lot more, so the loss is greater. Children from low-income families are also disproportionately affected by the summer … you take? 1. Encourage kids read what they like. Children will get way more out of reading something they enjoy. Start …

How to change your language settings

… language; wherever you are in the world, your browser will likely display the language that is predominantly spoken there. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to change the language settings on a few popular … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

For writers in despair

… on. And I go and listen to THIS beautiful blessing from the amazing John O’Donohue. I don't know if this will help. I do know we all have to work out our own … Commons at Central Library or online to write alongside fellow scribes and feel the comfort of community. Blog …

Soulslike lore and more!

… and is as old as written language, like in The Epic of Gilgamesh , written over 4000 years ago, and evolved with human … in stories like Beowulf , The Odyssey , and King Arthur. Video games are a natural continuation and use The Hero’s … as a narrative tool. “You Died” is a familiar message you will see again and again. It’s not meant to dishearten or …

Spring has (almost) sprung

… as the world turns from dingy winter grey to Roughrider green. I get kind of squirrely trying to settle on one … are some of the ones I found interesting for spring. What will you find? Do something for yourself: Neurodiversity and … Kinds of Minds for new beginnings Global Neighbour Series: Ramadan in the Middle East Lymphatic Massage Series Make a …

The best show in August

… I was able to capture one by chance using my smartphone camera. But these brief streaks of light are actually meteors from the annual Perseid meteor shower. The meteors originate from the … special this year is the new moon on August 16. The sky will be at its darkest, so you’ll be able to see more, …

We've got a new look!

… Our new logo tells the story of who we are and what we provide to our customers and our community. It’s fresh, … colourful, and more in keeping with the services and programs our library offers today, and what we hope to bring you … learn, and connect. That is our promise to you: we will all work hard to ensure your library provides you with …

Celebrating Freedom to Read Week

… freedom. Intellectual freedom gives us the right to decide what we read, watch, and listen to (within the limits of … not the right to prevent others from reading it. This fundamental freedom of expression is guaranteed to all Canadians … Hill Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi Lord of the Flies by William Golding The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini For more …

Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources

… Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources Blog Body Create your … at Regina Public Library have pulled together this guide to help you learn and play together. Find our full … kit Kevin Henkes list of games and activities Mo Willems learning and drawing fun Pete the Cat themed …

Libraries: Spaces of Possibility

… Elizabeth Kostova's The Historian and Umberto Eco's The Name of the Rose are a couple of titles that spring to … curious about what the library can offer. The discussions will bring together writers from different stages in their … at the RPL Writers' Festival . Holly Luhning, Writer in Residence Blog Images Short Title Libraries: Spaces of …

Give the joy of reading

… joy of reading Blog Body RPL storytimes and children’s programs are staple activities for families from all over Regina. Besides being a fun way to connect with other families, these … reading to a child in our community. Summer Learning kits will be distributed through the City of Regina’s Play …

If you like: Stranger Things

… Season 3 of Stranger Things? We are headed back to the Upside Down this July 4th, but that’s still a long time to … every 27 years. A gang of misfits known as the Losers Club will try to stop it as children and then later as adults. A … for fans of Stranger Things . The Body by Stephen King Famously adapted into the movie Stand By Me , The Body is …

How To Find The Next Great Series

… How To Find The Next Great Series Blog Body I will always have a soft spot for series books in my heart. When I was young, I didn’t really identify as a reader. Sure, I would grab books … a group of young female entrepreneurs and the hijinks and drama they encounter while starting up their babysitting …

Create Your Own Sourdough Starter!

… a stressful time lately. Minimum, we’ve been stuck inside staring at an increasingly ‘lived in’ house. Maybe we’ve … company, Ashley Schmalenberg to give us some tips. The program is called Creating & Maintaining A Sourdough Culture From … Scratch (You can register by clicking the link). Ashley will take you step by step through creating your own starter …

Show, Don’t Tell: Tips and Examples

… Show, Don’t Tell: Tips and Examples Blog Body One of the writing tips you’ll here over … to her last known associates. Review your manuscript, identify where you could “Show, don’t tell,” and revise. Your readers will thank you for it. Blog Images Short Title Writing Tip: …

Explore Canadian Art Online

… to work in! Canadian artists open windows to new ideas and ways of looking at the world. They ask us to think … rich paintings capture your heart and pull you into familiar and tender spaces. Marigold Santos If you’re looking … identity. Troy Coulterman If you like graphic novels, you will love the playful, absurd, and exaggerated sculptural …

RPL Is Celebrating Black History Month

… celebrating Black History Month with a collection of programs, books, and films that honour Black heritage in the … to ourselves as well as to the world. Laurie and Janine will speak about their own Black and Indigenous experiences … Month Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading Art …

Why Art Galleries Are The Ultimate Date Spot

… and there’s no expectation on how much time your date will take. With all the things to look at in a museum, it’s … their own comfort level with planning. Here are some considerations: Size—how long are you planning on spending? Fun … What if you don’t “get” the art? Relax, it’s not an exam. Artists take many approaches in creating their work. …

Smells like back to school season

… to school season Blog Body It’s September, and that means families are scrambling to get into the routine of bus … – so we also put together some fun new releases that will help get kids and teens reading again after a busy summer! For a full …

Books That Became Oscar-Nominated Movies

… Books That Became Oscar-Nominated Movies Blog Body The 2020 Oscar … piece appears for the first time in book form alongside an inspiring collection of advice and encouragement from … manipulated, Johannes dreads the end of the war: with it will come the prospect of losing Elsa and their …

Turn Old Memories Into New Gifts

… one of the biggest challenges has been the boxes of old family photos, papers, and home movies that have taken over a … as a family, trying to figure out which of the cousins was hiding under the table in that shot from Grandma and … business hours . It’s a self-directed service, but staff will be available to give you a short orientation on the …

Five Library Resources to Help Write Your Feature Film

… to Help Write Your Feature Film Blog Body Do you have an idea for the silver screen? Do you want to see your name in the credits? Are you hoping to one day accept your … at the Sunrise Branch on Jan. 21 at 7 pm. The workshop will help you with the tips and tricks to get that movie out …

The Benefits of Pancake Science (and Online Programming)

… The Benefits of Pancake Science (and Online Programming) Blog Body When the COVID closures began, I must admit I was a bit skeptical about … about whether the library’s free online programming will suit you, give it a shot because my family found it …

Like stories set in WWII? Try these

… Soviet Russia, bold and reckless Nina Markova joins the infamous Night Witches—an all-female bomber regiment—wreaking … Huntress alive. In post-war Boston, 17-year-old Jordan McBride is delighted when her long-widowed father brings home a … a young woman speaks her wedding vows. It's a decision that will alter her destiny ... and it's a lie that will remain …

Make Settings Come Alive

… Lightfoot singing “That’s What You Get For Loving Me?” A kid laughing? Your mate playing Schubert on your grand piano? … need to convey about the place. You choose the details that will help your readers see where they are in their mind’s … Fiction Stephen King, On Writing And remember that I am available to discuss your writing — shoot me an email and …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… I stared at the blank page, wishing to write. I had the ideas but didn’t know how to get them down. But it hadn’t always been like that. When I was a teenager, it came easy. I sat down and the words poured out of me. Then, … with. My first ten scripts are absolute garbage and will never see the light of day. They are riddled with …

Writing Help at RPL

… Blog Body Hi! I’m J. Jill Robinson, the 2021 writer-in-residence at RPL. I wanted to take an opportunity to share with … and even horrifying ways, People working on memoirs and family history, A famous poet, A well-published writer … project, and fine-tuning short stories for what I hope will be a new collection. I started out as a short story …

How to (Prepare to) Write a Novel

… near those subjects clustered under “science”. I guess the idea is that developing hypotheses, using logical reasoning and gathering experimental data might contaminate our imaginations. So I was aware of taking a risk … helped develop online therapy lessons for those unable or unwilling to take part in face-to-face sessions, an …

Books4Me for teens and adults

… Books4Me for teens and adults Name Library Card Number Email Email Confirm Email Please … last book you read and loved? Format Book eBook eAudiobook Video Do you want your reading list to contain Fiction … to read? RPL is here to help! Fill out this form and we will create a personalized list for your reading pleasure. …

Free Career and Entrepreneurial Resources

… Career and Entrepreneurial Resources Blog Body As the COVID-19 pandemic affects all aspects of Canadians’ life, many … Public Library has a wide range of free resources and programs available to meet your specific needs. Here is how we … ETFs 101 Wills and Estates During Covid-19 Check out the upcoming …

Books4Me for children

… Books4Me for children Name Library Card Number Email Email Confirm Email How Old … Fiction Sports Graphic Novels Some of my favourite books or authors are: What are some of your favourite TV shows or … information you give us, the more closely your booklist will be tailored for you. …

Privacy Statement

… and the public about the collection and use of personally identifiable information at Regina Public Library (RPL). The … of the Public Libraries Act, 1996 and personal information will only be used to administer services and programs of RPL. View the SILS Consortium Privacy Policy For the …

Printing and Scanning

… to log into both the computer and the printer with the same credentials: either username or card number . Log into … Payment Options Until February 6 2026, every valid RPL card will automatically receive $2 print credit per month! The …

Safe Use and Conduct Bylaw

… Conduct Bylaw … PURPOSE: The Regina Public Library is a dynamic hub of literacy, learning, curiosity and new ideas, integral to the social and economic vibrancy of … of emergency services, anyone who is found to be sleeping will be wakened. 11.0 Library customers will wear …

Suggesting and Requesting Materials

… customers can place holds on materials and most can be provided to you from elsewhere in the province. If it is not in … you can suggest a title for us to purchase, and we will consider it. To request an item you may: Submit a … are unable to fill your request. Questions? Email us . See Author Submissions for more information on how authors and …

Past Writers In Residence

… Past Writers In Residence … 2024/25 Michael Mirolla, poet, novelist, … Holly Luhning, poet and novelist, Regina, SK 2022/23 Pam Bustin, playwright and author, Regina, SK 2021/22 Neil … SK 2013/14 Gail Bowen, fiction, Regina, SK 2011/12 Ed Willett, fiction and non-fiction author, Regina, SK 2009/10 …

NoveList Plus

… of expert read-alike recommendations. Search a favourite author or title to find similar books, or browse by subject, … are endless, as are the reading recommendations you will find. While not required, you can create a personal …