Non-Fiction Selection: Available in eBook -Â Find Your Path: Honor Your Body, Fuel Your Soul, and Get Strong with the Fit52 Life. I just finished Carrie Underwood's newest book. She talks about her life growing up on a farm, a life filled with singing and her experience on her rise from American Idol to country music…Read More
I just finished a wonderful book, which I highly recommend. It is Marmee and Louisa by Eve LaPlante, which is a story of the Alcotts, focusing on Louisa May Alcott and her mother Abigail. The book gives credence to the author's belief that it was her mother, much more than her father Bronson, who inspired Louisa's independence,…Read More
Adult Fiction by Arab American Authors The Prophet, & the Wanderer By Khalil Gibran Audiobook available on OverDrive Listen The Other Americans By Laila Lalami eBook available on Overdrive or Audiobook available on OverDrive Listen The Woman Upstairs By Claire Messud eBook available on Overdrive When the World Was Steady By Claire Messud eBook available on Overdrive A Good Country By Laleh Khadivi eBook available on…Read More
Recommended Read : The Yellow Bird Sings by Jennifer Rosner. It is available to borrow on the Overdrive for digital download under the Boston Public Library Consortium. I just finished reading The Yellow Bird Sings by Jennifer Rosner. As someone who has a love for historical fiction, especially about WWII, this is a must read.…Read More
I recently read and enjoyed The Kinship of Secrets by Eugenia Kim. The book tells the story of Miran and Inja, sisters who were raised on opposite sides of the globe. When Calvin and Najin Cho move to America for Calvin’s job, they bring their older daughter, Miran, with them and leave their younger daughter,…Read More
During this time of social distancing, books, ebooks, and audiobooks are able to inspire us in many ways, distract us from being safe at home, and engage our brains in ways expanding beyond the walls of our homes. If you have your library card, please visit our Electronic Resources page to gain access to Libby/Overdrive…Read More
While we are all social distancing, Doug Cooper was happy to share some things that he's enjoyed that patrons might find as a way to appreciate the chance to slow down a bit. Recommended Blogs British Soldiers, American Revolution: This blog’s author, Don N. Hagist, does not update frequently. But, when he does, the stories…Read More
The Pollard Memorial Library will continue to communicate with you any impacts to services as a result of coronavirus. It is our hope to provide more services in the very near future as we adapt to the continuing situation. As always, you can reach out Circulation Department at 978-674-4120 or talk to our Reference Department…Read More
Staff Selections – Katelyn   Katelyn, Library Assistant Currently Reading: How We Fight For Our Lives by Saeed Jones Saeed Jones’ memoir is the moving and frank story of his growing up as a gay, black kid in Texas. Jones grapples with the realities of racism, sexual awakening, and grief from a young age. As the narrative progresses, he discusses his shifting relationships with his family including the loss of his mother. Even writing about the most…Read More
Maria Kelly, Library Page I like romance and thrillers books. My favorite authors are Nora Roberts, James Patterson and Richard Paul Evans. Anything that I read has to have a great story line for me to enjoy it. Just Finished Richard Paul Evans – The Road Home I very much enjoyed the final story of this trilogy. The adventures…Read More
What I do at the Library: Coordinator of Community Planning. Adult programming, marketing and communications, some reference. Favorite Genre: Yes. I’m a biblio-omnivore—I usually have at least a few books going in a few genres. If it’s good, I’m good. Currently Reading: Non-Fiction Rising: Dispatches from the New American Shore by Elizabeth Rush This is a book…Read More
Doug  What I do at the library: I work at the children’s desk and the circulation desk. I catalog library books. I am even seen on the reference desk from time to time. Current Bookmark: A length of non-stick backing.  Favorite genre: History and historical fiction. My favorite time period is the 20th century.  Currently reading:  …Read More
Linette, Library Assistant What I like about our library: I like to help people, and I like the contrast between the energy of the patrons and the restful space of the library. My favorite genres: I read a ton of science fiction and fantasy prose over the years, but recently I’ve become more interested in…Read More
Victoria W. – Library Director What I like about our Library: I meet different people every day from all walks of life and different countries. It makes me happy that we can help fulfill their needs. Favorite Book Genres: Historical fiction, nonfiction (especially history and biographies). Current Bookmark: Don’t need one if you read e-books.…Read More
Liz – Head of Circulation What I like about our library – Our Graphic Novel collection. My last job was in a comics store and it’s great that I get to feed that love by ordering books for the section here. Favorite genres of books (and audios): Horror, Sci-fi, Fantasy, True Crime, Gardening Favorite Star…Read More
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