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8 Unexpected Holiday Reads from the Writer in Residence

… 8 Unexpected Holiday Reads from the Writer in Residence Blog Body It takes a lot to get me … if I’m so different from other writers, especially writers of fiction, in that respect. We tend to like to create our … great choral ensembles that evening, got me thinking about books that might serve as mood changers. And naturally, …

Books That Became Oscar-Nominated Movies

… Books That Became Oscar-Nominated Movies Blog Body The 2020 Oscar nominations dropped and a lot of the films being recognized this year are based on books. …

The Joy of Book Clubs

… The Joy of Book Clubs Blog Body One thing that always makes …

What's a 3D scanner, anyway?

… has a 3D scanner in our Digital Media Studio ! I jumped at the opportunity to sit down with Digital Media Specialist, … shines light on the object, and the way the light bounces off the object tells the scanner the dimensions and even … process, from scanning to editing to printing! Drop in, or book a time to make sure it's available when you are. Make …

A book for every podcast

… A book for every podcast Blog Body Everybody loves a good … And everyone loves a good book, so we thought we would pair the two and create a list of books to read similar to or based on popular podcasts. …

Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character

… Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character Blog Body One of the great debates people have about writing is: Which is …

Celebrating Freedom to Read Week

… to read! Every February, Canadian libraries come together to raise awareness about the importance of intellectual freedom. Intellectual freedom gives us the … unconventional, unpopular or unacceptable.” Here are ten books that have been frequently challenged in the past. We …

John Ware Reclaimed

… John Ware Reclaimed Blog Body Documenting the rich history of African-Canadians in the Prairies is a formidable task, … of Black life in Canada. Learn more by checking out the new books we’ve added to the RPL Collection and joining us for …

Regina's Most Loved Books of 2019

… Regina's Most Loved Books of 2019 Blog Body Regina, here is what you were reading in … crunching. Here are RPL’s top circulating titles with the most checkouts in 2019. Adult Fiction 2019 was the year …

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, … the spin offs, and George R.R. Martin has delayed the next book (yet again!). What do we do now? Well, there are …

Make Settings Come Alive

… you’re sitting right now, have a look around. Notice the pictures on the wall; what’s on the table or desk in front of you; the kind of chair or couch you’re sitting on. What … meantime, I encourage you to have a look at some of these books about writing from the library’s collection; they …

RPL Staff Picks: From Saskatchewan Cooking to Thrillers

… Picks: From Saskatchewan Cooking to Thrillers Blog Body There are many great new books coming out in May and June, so thought I would highlight a few of my most anticipated reads. For children, We Dream of …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… Becoming a Writer Blog Body Ten years ago, I stared at the blank page, wishing to write. I had the ideas but didn’t … teenager, it came easy. I sat down and the words poured out of me. Then, it all stopped. So what changed? How did I get … block is doing the work. 2. Show up at the page In his book On Writing , Stephen King says, “If you want to be a …

Black Lives Matter Education

… Black Lives Matter Education Blog Body Over the past week our televisions and social media feeds have been filled with the distressing images of events currently unfolding across all of America. Like … States. So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo (audiobook) A current, constructive, and actionable exploration of …

World Autism Awareness Day Reading

… Body April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day and we have the newest books on autism to help you learn more about autism. Try … these titles for the most up-to-date information: New Ways of Understanding Autism, by Brigitte Harrisson United in …

The not-so-challenging challenge: New year, new reading goals

… The not-so-challenging challenge: New year, new reading … with some help from the library. We’ve compiled a list of reading goals that you can use to power your reading in 2024! Read a book from every major literary movement (e.g., Romanticism, …

Cozy Cooking

… Cozy Cooking Blog Body One of the things I love most about this time of year in … year to get cozy in my kitchen. I love to whip out my cookbooks and dive headfirst into all the comforting recipes I …

Cozy Up with New Reads for 2026

… Cozy Up with New Reads for 2026 Blog Body The long cold nights of January in Saskatchewan make the perfect excuse to slow … stack beckons! The new year promises some wonderful new books. The Astral Library by Kate Quinn is the perfect …

Why eBooks Are Better than Paper Books

… Why eBooks Are Better than Paper Books Blog Body Our statistics and plenty of anecdotal conversations have made it clear: eBooks are just not as good as real books. Ask our customers and they will be happy to number the delights of the printed …

12 days of Bookmas

… 12 days of Bookmas Blog Body The snow is falling, a fire is burning in the fireplace, and …

Start Your Library Resolution with These Services

… Start Your Library Resolution with These Services Blog Body Many of us feel pressure to keep up with digital time wasters—the … but many of us don't feel great after scrolling through Facebook rants or Instagram stories for hours and hours. That's …

Five Library Resources to Help Write Your Feature Film

… 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 Oscar? Of course you are! But where do you start? How do you shape … Screenwriter ' s Bible by David Trottier This is a go-to book for any budding screenwriters. It gives you all the …

How to Transform Yourself with Library Services

… Halloween, Regina Public Library decided to transform one of our staff members into the witch Maleficent using services we offer. Get inspired! … Learn to Draw Disney Villains in the library collection. Books like this, as well as movies, comics, and music, are …

Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian

… Considering a digital reading device? As a librarian, I’m often asked for recommendations on ereaders. Here are my top tips! Why give an ereader a try? Many of us ‘book people’ love the feeling of paper, but ereaders offer some undeniable …

There's music in the air

… There's music in the air Blog Body We are in a musical mood … watching and playing! To get you reading The Lives of Brian by Brian Johnson AC/DC legendary frontman takes … stories had me laughing out loud. I listened to the audiobook which Johnson reads himself, and that really added to …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 1

… 3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 1 Blog Body At the outset, writing a novel feels like setting out to climb … other. At least, that’s how I always feel at the beginning of a new book project. There's excitement about what I might …

So, what is BookTok anyway?

… So, what is BookTok anyway? Blog Body BookTok , short for Book TikTok, is a community on the social media app TikTok where readers create … and characters they love (or hate). It's become one of the leading book recommendation platforms in the world. …

Check Out These Virtual Tours, Museums, and Activities

… Check Out These Virtual Tours, Museums, and Activities Blog Body Sick of being stuck in the same place with nowhere to go? Escape … Virtual Tours and other great resources — check out our Facebook page and the Dunlop Learning website Guggenheim …

Borrowing Toys: Library To The Rescue!

… Borrowing Toys: Library To The Rescue! Blog Body It’s a tricky time of year for little kids. Store windows, catalogues, and … of ours is coming to Central Library to drop 60-plus books into the return slot, each with a satisfying clang. We …

If you like: Stranger Things

… If you like: Stranger Things Blog Body Have you seen the new trailer for Season 3 of Stranger Things? We are headed back to the Upside Down … 4th, but that’s still a long time to wait. So here are five books with a Stranger Things vibe to help tide you over …

The Barren Grounds and Beyond

… The Barren Grounds and Beyond Blog Body David A. Robertson … and only started his writing career in 2009. Like so many of us, he has a story to tell and uses the power of the … One Territory, is an award-winning Swampy Cree writer with books for people of every age. His 7 Generations graphic …

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

… "Try the library once, and you are hooked!" Blog Body Regan is … parents would take us as children. Later I came to borrow books and I was so surprised by all the classes and services.” Regan loves all that the library has to offer, and he isn’t shy about it, often inviting friends to …

Fighting summer slide

… Fighting summer slide Blog Body Have you heard of summer slide? It’s a term that refers to the loss of learning over the summer months when children … your driving time to share stories as a family. We have a booklist to help you find an audiobook to please everyone. …

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

… The not-so-challenging challenge: 5 tips to set inspiring … interest you? Start with those. The library is happy to offer you suggestions! 2. Set specific and measurable goals … "I want to read more," set a goal like, "I want to read one book a month." M - Measurable: Try to give yourself a limit, …

Canada Reads 2021

… Where CBC pits Canadian against Canadian in an epic war of words. There can only be one victor. Only one tribute can reign … Reads . Five well-known Canadians have each nominated one book by a Canadian author. Each will debate and defend their …

Little Bird TV Series and the Sixties Scoop

… Little Bird TV Series and the Sixties Scoop Blog Body Tansi, The “Sixties Scoop” saw thousands of Indigenous children taken from their homes and families, … . Can't make it? One of our librarians created a 60s Scoop booklist for anyone wanting to learn more. Blog Images Short …

Join the first global book club with #BigLibraryRead!

… Join the first global book club with #BigLibraryRead! Blog Body More than 19,000 … book club #BigLibraryRead and Regina Public Library is one of them! From April 1st – 15th using the Overdrive or Libby …

We've got a new look!

… we’re so excited to introduce it to you! Our new logo tells the story of who we are and what we provide to our customers and our … about the library; a bird’s eye view of a library and its book stacks, with lots of room to wander and browse; a …

Getting out of your comfort zone

… Getting out of your comfort zone Blog Body Joining a book club full of curious humans is one of the best things I’ve ever done for my lifelong learning …

Turn Old Memories Into New Gifts

… My mom’s been on a decluttering mission lately, and one of the biggest challenges has been the boxes of old family … If you’re more talented with scissors than I am, scrapbooking is a great way to go, or you could also mount some …

Level Up! Your Learning This Summer

… wrote a blog post about summer slide, a term that refers to the loss of learning over the summer months while children are out of … them. Love reading and graphic novels? Sign out some new eBooks and eAudiobooks from Overdrive (Libby) and Hoopla . …

Freedom To Read Week turns 35!

… turns 35! Blog Body Intellectual freedom means that each of us has the right to decide what we read, watch and listen to … unpopular or unacceptable. ” Here are ten challenged books we recommend reading to celebrate with us the 35th …

How a City Councillor Found His Voice at the Library

… How a City Councillor Found His Voice at the Library Blog Body John Findura is the city councillor … at independent learning were tough. He would look at the books and couldn't understand any of the words. One day, he was looking at books trying to …

Smells like back to school season

… and that means families are scrambling to get into the routine of bus schedules, bag lunches, and getting to know new … exterminated. Reviews are already great for this one! This Book Kills by Ravena Guron: Jess is a scholarship student at …

Parenting in the digital age: try these cyber-safety resources.

… Parenting in the digital age: try these cyber-safety resources. Blog Body … first step is to seek quality resources. Here is a list of books that can help. You can share titles with your child …

Celebrate International Women's Day!

… Day! Blog Body This year’s International Woman’s Day theme is a rousing call to action to #BreakTheBias by … that have been historically marginalized and left out of the conversation for too long. It’s been encouraging to … who need to be respected and heard. Here are several books that have challenged and inspired me. Genocidal Love …

Shannon Lee Simmons: Worry-Free Money

… like me, you wish someone could make it easy for you to pay off student loans, save for a down payment, and still have … little fun (like maybe a beach vacation with your favourite books). This is where Shannon Lee Simmons comes in. She’s … We’re looking forward to having Shannon Lee Simmons here at the library to talk about her guilt-free, …

Books4Me for teens and adults

… Books4Me for teens and adults Name Library Card Number Email Email Confirm Email Please choose whether you are a teen or an adult Teen Adult What was the last … reading list to contain Fiction Non-Fiction Which types of FICTION do you enjoy the most? Christian/Inspirational …

USA Today bestselling author library's new Writer in Residence

… author Ev Bishop is RPL’s 2026 Writer in Residence. She is the first-ever romance author to be chosen for the … build a creative life.” Bishop is an award-winning author of more than 20 novels. She’s best known for small-town … runs from January 19 to June 28, 2026. Regina residents can book appointments by emailing wir@reginalibrary.ca . The …

The Women moves into top spot as the most-borrowed title in 2024

… The Women moves into top spot as the most-borrowed title in … , Kristin Hannah’s popular novel about the experiences of women in the Vietnam war, topped the charts of … titles in 2024. Attachment MEDIA RELEASE_MostBorrowedBooks2024.pdf (532.8 KB) …

Dunlop Art Gallery Celebrates 2024 Governor General Award Winner

… is honoured to recognize Métis artist Marjorie Beaucage, the winner of the 2024 Governor General’s Award in Visual and Media … Join DAG in celebration of Beaucage‘s achievements with a book launch of her newest publication Leave Some for the …

Director presents award-winning portrait of life on the streets

… Director presents award-winning portrait of life on the streets Submitted by bbook on Thu, 01/18/2018 - 15:53 Add Description Regina …

Family Road Trips

… Family Road Trips Blog Body My memories from childhood of family road trips are mostly made up of me fighting in the back seat with my sister, and complaining when my dad … me wrong, solitary activity is great - I read many a good book in my formative years traveling from one place to the …

Ten Steps to Send your Work to a Publisher

… header with name, title and page number, etc. Edit and Proofread your work in detail: consistency, timeline, pace, … plot and character arcs, POV, word usage, etc. Research the type of publisher that publishes what you have written: libraries, bookstores, and the internet are great sources. Check each …

10 Fun Ways to Celebrate Diversity

… Diversity Blog Body Have you had a chance to explore another culture lately? We’re halfway through Celebrate … Diversity Month and hope to inspire you try at least one of the following ideas (bonus points if you choose more than … from RPL: They Called Us Enemy by George Takai March, Book One by John Lewis The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui The …

Our History

… Our History … 1907 On October 15, Regina's citizens, led by the Hon. Walter Scott, presented a petition to Regina City … library be established. 1908 A bylaw enabling the formation of a public library was passed on January 17, 1908. On … of the new City Hall. City Council voted $8,000 to purchase books and cover expenses, and the Library opened to the …

Award winning authors to read at Central Library

… Saskatchewan authors, organized in partnership with the Regina Public Library. Guy Vanderhaeghe, Marlis … Library’s Film Theatre on Tuesday, October 1 for an evening of readings, vibrant conversation, and book signings. Attachment MEDIA …

Horror Week Scary Reads!

… Horror Week Scary Reads! Blog Body Happy Horror Week! Whether you're a horror-hound or you're just having a boo, … Witches by Elizabeth Bass The Island by Natasha Preston The Book Eaters by Sunyi Dean Never Whistle at Night by Shane … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications …

Regina Public Library introduces 2017-2018 Writer in Residence

… Battershill. Originally from British Columbia, he attended the University of Toronto, where he studied creative writing. He has just … this year from an impressive list of candidates. His first book, Pillow , was longlisted for the Giller Prize and …

Accessibility Services

… ability. From print magnifiers to Home Library Service, the barrier-free technologies and resources available at the … and connect. Assistive Technology Regina Public Library offers in-branch technology to assist print reading at many … Accessible Collections RPL is committed to providing books, movies, and audio for everyone. Find the genres you …

Writer in Residence

… Writer in Residence … 2026 Writer in Residence Ev Bishop is the 2026 RPL Writer in Residence. Ev is an award-winning, USA Today bestselling author of more than twenty novels. She's best known for small-town … office hours are Tuesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. To book an appointment with Ev, email wir@reginalibrary.ca . …

Mr. Haeusler's Amazing Bicycles

… Village Branch Gallery, May 19 to July 2, 2000. A fleet of unusual bicycles has been invented in Clarence Haeusler's … Haeusler's facility and ingenuity with materials, and the obvious pleasure he takes in decoration suggest there is … of the 1991 Governor General's Award for Poetry for his book Night Field. His ninth book of poetry, Another Gravity, …

Green Screen Flex Studio

… Green Screen Flex Studio … Use our professional quality cameras, lighting equipment, and green screen software to film and edit original video in the Green Screen Flex Studio! A Green Screen is used in … with the desired images. Questions? Email us or book a Specialist appointment . …

Adults

… Adults … We’re here for you. Whether you’re looking for your next great read, a new hobby, professional skills, or favourite movies, we have something … Kanopy PressReader Creativebug Naxos Music Library Books4Me Novelist Plus Activities Online programs …

Little Worlds

… at each site. Installation dates were staggered, but the combined presentations constituted the exhibition in its entirety, as it appears in this book. Little Worlds was exhibited in the Sherwood Village … Brower, Doug Buis, Bill Burns, Gregory Crewdson, David Hoffos, Alison Norlen, Edward Poitras, Dawna Rose, Lyla Rye …

Windows and Mirrors

… Reginald (1998) Published in conjunction with an exhibition of paintings by Reginald Hamilton. Nominated for a Saskatchewan Book Award in the Publishing in Education category. It contains an …