A woman claiming to be Agatha Christie on holiday from the beyond, a down-to-earth detective & a murder mystery waiting to be solved-- We dove in to it all for our conversation with author Amanda Chapman to discuss her new novel Mrs. Christie in the Mystery Guild Library. kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com

Our Summer Reading program wrapped up in August, and these stats are just too good not to share! We had 3,985 babies-adults participate Kids and Teens read- 92,951 hours Adults read- 1,282,585 pages Your library is still the place to learn, have fun, and find your community. #librariesareforyou

We were thrilled to welcome KT Hoffman to the KPL Podcast to talk about his highly anticipated debut romcom, the Prospects! This queer love story follows two minor league baseball players as they discover the biggest wins can happen off the field. kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com

@elysegraham.bsky.social spoke with us about her fantastic book about gutsy and smart librarians who developed modern intelligence methods. Listen here: kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1278428/epis... then read her book!

We were so lucky to talk to Edna Bonhomme about her fascinating book "A History of the World in Six Plagues." Be sure to listen and learn! kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1278428/epis...

In our latest podcast episode, we talk with @jessicabergergross.bsky.social about Hazel Says No, where the Blum family leaves Brooklyn for a quiet Maine college town—expecting a fresh start, until a shocking event on Hazel’s first day of senior year shakes everything. kplmo.org/books-and-me...

Something that brings us joy? Seeing a big group of kiddos huddled around our Book Caboose at the Kirkwood Pool, browsing and reading! What’s been your favorite by-the-pool read this summer? We’d love to hear!

The sun’s doing its dramatic summer thing... 🌞 But inside the library? It’s cool, calm, and full of page-turners (and yes, working AC). Step out of the heat and into a space made just for you. Come chill with us at Kirkwood Public Library.

This week on the KPL Podcast we talk to Author Alicia Thompson about her new book "Never Been Shipped," a cruise romance. kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1278428/epis...

Listen in on the KPL Podcast as author @nghivo.bsky.social‬ reveals how going to garage sales as a kid shaped her life as a writer and why sleeping with the dead is a bad idea. kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1278428/epis...

We were excited to talk to @lucaseschaefer.bsky.social‬ this week on the KPL Podcast. His book "The Slip" has received rave reviews and we had a great time talking to him. ‪@simonandschuster.bsky.social‬

Excited to partner with @kirkwoodlib.bsky.social for this event. Please join us!

Don't miss this amazing interview with Tom Lamont about his fantastic book "Going Home" kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1278428/epis...

Bubbles floated, ukuleles played, kids crafted, and chalk art bloomed—our Summer Reading Kick-Off was pure sunshine and smiles! Thanks for celebrating with us! 🌞📚 Haven’t joined yet? The fun’s just starting: kplmo.org/summerreading/ There's a program for all ages and great prizes to be earned.

Get a free ticket to one of our biggest events of the year: kplmo.org/oneauthor/ We are so excited to welcome Steven Rowley as our "One Author One Kirkwood" speaker. This promises to be a fantastically fun evening. (No pressure @stevenrowley.bsky.social)

We’re kicking off our biggest program of the year—Summer Reading! Join us on Saturday, May 17 from 10:00 AM to noon for a celebration with music from Uke 66, the Bubble Van, a rock painting craft, sidewalk chalk art, and outdoor games. Most importantly—all ages can sign up for Summer Reading!

Something's different in our New Books Room...We've added some cozy new furniture- a perfect little perch to preview your next read. Also find Baseball DVDs, new cookbooks, and a great lineup of @stevenrowley.bsky.social titles ahead of his One Author visit on 5/21 at STLCC Meramec Theatre at 7 pm.

Check out the latest KPL Podcast episodes! @mollyharperauth.bsky.social talks her fast-paced, witty mystery A Proposal to Die For, where a proposal planner stumbles into murder, and @myahariel.bsky.social's No Ordinary Love, a PR romance with a pop star & bad boy athlete. kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com

Library outreach is all about sharing resources, building meaningful relationships & making sure everyone feels welcome at the library! From weekly storytime visits to schools, programs at care facilities to Homebound deliveries, these are just a few ways we connect with community beyond our walls.

Our adorable library gift shop, Books & Beyond, is having a special Spring Sale in the library foyer on Saturday, April 12 from 9:30 am - 2 pm. This will be a general merchandise sale and all sale proceeds will go towards supporting the library. We hope to see you there!

Our Tournament of Titles is coming close to a final winner. Be sure to vote in this week's matchup. kplmo.org/event/tourna...

Spring is here, and we’re already planning for Summer Reading! Thousands join each year to read, earn prizes, and enjoy events like Wacky Wednesdays, but with IMLS funding cuts, this program is at risk. Help us keep it going! Donate today: kplmo.org/using-the-li... #SupportLibraries #summerreading

Ever wonder how fun an author can be who writes a grisly murder? Wonder no more, Orlando Murrin is the exact guest you want at a party. kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1278428/epis... @orlandomurrin.bsky.social

@stevenrowley.bsky.social has graced the KPL Podcast THREE times, and each time, his stories and insights have been nothing short of captivating! Catch up on his episodes before we welcome him as this year's One Author, One Kirkwood on May 21st. kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1278428/epis... 🎧

We were lucky enough to talk to Holly Kennedy about her book "The Sideways Life of Denny Voss" and it turns out Holly is a super cool author and her book is really lovely. kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1278428/epis...

Who likes books and a good competition? Join us for the Tournament of Titles and help us determine which book should take the top prize! kplmo.org/event/tourna...

Exciting Announcement! NYT bestselling author, and three-time KPL Podcast guest, @stevenrowley.bsky.social is this year's One Author, One Kirkwood! Register here for an unforgettable evening kplmo.org/oneauthor/ Listen to Steven's KPL Podcast episodes here: kplpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1278428/epis...

We've loved being your community library for nearly the last 100 years. If you've never been to KPL, we hope you'll come by for a visit. All are welcome here!