Recent additions to the collection

(view more new additions)

Blood over bright haven by M. L. Wang
Chasing shadows by Ronald Deibert,
Anatomy of a cover-up by Paul Palango, (1950-)
Captain Kidd by Samuel Marquis
Eureka / [DVD]
Smile so big by Sunshine Quem Tenasco,
The murder machine by Heather Graham
They poisoned the world by Mariah Blake,
Striking rescue / [DVD]
Problematic summer romance by Ali Hazelwood
I'll have what she's having by Chelsea Handler
Murder at gulls nest by Jess Kidd
Never fade by Alexandra Bracken
The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue, (1969-)
The best we could hope for by Nicola Kraus,
indigenous portal

Indigenous Portal

Engage with KFPL's Indigenous programming, collections and community partnerships!

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

Illustration of a young girl with a wagon full of books at a cat. A woman is next to her in a wheelchair, reading. A young boy is sitting on a swing reading. The text reads Summer Reading at KFPL

Library Services

Love Books? Join the Summer Reading Challenge!

Readers of all ages are invited to join our Summer Reading Challenges! Explore books, complete fun activities and challenges and track your progress using Beanstack. By participating, you’ll earn chances to win exciting prizes throughout the summer! Everyone who completes their challenge will be entered to win one of our Grand Prizes, awarded to one participant in each age group. Sign up today on Beanstack and make this summer a celebration of stories, adventures and discovery. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for supporting summer reading programs at KFPL. 

The challenges start on Saturday, June 14, and run until Sunday, Aug. 24.

Find out more

The Isabel Turner Branch will be temporarily closed starting Fall 2024 for renovations. During this time, we’ll be temporarily moving to the Cataraqui Centre.  Get updates here.

Illustration of a woman standing in front of a computer with people surrounding her. The text reads Technology Help Navigating the KFPL Wesbite

Upcoming Programs and Events

Learn How to Navigate the Library's Website and Catalogue

Need help getting started with the Library's website or finding items in the catalogue? Join one of our small group sessions led by a Tech Tutor! These beginner-friendly sessions will walk you through the basics of using library resources online. Check out other upcoming dates here.

Prefer one-on-one support? Book a personalized appointment! Our Tech Tutors can help with a wide range of topics. Book your appointment today by visiting any KFPL branch or calling us at 613-549-8888.

Find out more

Enhance your library access — register for Extended Hours at the Pittsburgh Branch.

Library Kiosk

Library Kiosk at kingston secondary school

Enjoy expanded service in the Kingscourt neighbourhood with the Library Kiosk at Kingston Secondary School.

Illustration of a rainbow background with doodles of the sun, a disco ball and a mixtape. The text reads Create and Resist! With Kingston Pride.

Upcoming Programs and Events

Create and Resist! with Kingston Pride

Join us for an evening of connection, creativity and queer expression. Learn about the role of zines, buttons and stickers in queer activism and dive into mini-workshops led by local 2SLGBTQIA+ artists. All materials provided—no experience needed, just bring your imagination!

Find out more

Illustration of a person holding a pride banner that wraps around them. The text reads Reading with Pride.

May We Suggest

Reading with Pride

Celebrate Pride Month with our curated collection of books that highlight Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and other gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+) voices and stories. 

Read the List

Illustration of three children. One is holding paint and a paint brush, another a science beaker. One uses a wheelchair and is holding up a robot. The text reads, P.A. Day Programs.

Upcoming Programs and Events

P.A. Day Fun at KFPL

Registration is now open for exciting P.A. Day programs at the Library! Kids can get creative with colourful papier-mâché birds, participate in a garden-themed storytime and make their own “Plant Pal,” explore composting by meeting worms and building a mini worm bin and enjoy an interactive concert with the Kingston Symphony Association on The Science of Sound.

Find out more