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King of ashes by S. A. Cosby
Strangers in time by David Baldacci,
The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue, (1969-)
The stolen life of Colette Marceau by Kristin Harmel,
Speak to me of home by Jeanine Cummins,
Lethal prey by John Sandford, (1944 February 23-)
Overkill by Judith A. Jance
Edge of honor by Brad Thor,
Open season by Jonathan Kellerman,
Hollywood vampires by Kelly Loudenberg,
The woman in Suite 11 by Ruth Ware,
The unraveling of Julia by Lisa Scottoline,
The Griffin Sisters' greatest hits by Jennifer Weiner,
Rage by Linda Castillo,
Full speed to a crash landing by Beth Revis,
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Indigenous Portal

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

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

Illustration of a globe and books sprouting roses. The text reads International Literacy Day.

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International Literacy Day Booklist

International Literacy Day, observed worldwide on Sept. 8, highlights literacy as a fundamental human right and a foundation for building more inclusive, just and sustainable societies. Explore our curated booklist to celebrate the power of literacy.

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Register on Beanstack for the Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge.

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.

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.

Queen's for Teens: Science Mentorship Event Featuring: Dr. Che Colpitts, a Virologist who will talk about the science of COVID-19

Upcoming Programs and Events

Queen's for Teens: An Online Mentoring Event for Teens Interested in the Sciences!

Do you want to to learn what experts in diverse fields of science do, and why they are so passionate about it? Women in Science at Queen's (WISQ) and KFPL invite Kingston and Frontenac Teens to join us on Zoom for a panel discussion featuring a number of career scientists speaking about their work. Attendees will learn about the joys, challenges, and educational requirements from scientists working in diverse fields. In addition to representatives from Medical Science, Applied Physics, and Social and Psychological Science, attendees will also hear from a Queen's scientist virologist who will explain the science behind the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Kids Events

Guest Storytime - Pokko and the Drum by Matthew Forsythe

Join author and illustrator Matthew Forsythe for an afternoon storytime, hosted by KFPL as part of Kingston WritersFest!

From E.B. White Read Aloud honor artist Matthew Forsythe comes a picture book about a magical drum, an emerald forest, and the little frog who dares to make her own music.

Register with KFPL to receive a Zoom meeting invitation and join the fun! Sept. 24th, 1:00-1:30PM

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