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Staff Picks - RecommendationsStaff Picks - Recommendations<div class="ExternalClass0C860DF223024F26A7F09E3D13BA4D6A"><div><div class="ExternalClass488633DC1C80418F83F8B87CB53548F5" style="text-align:center;"><p><img src="/images/Lists/Staff%20Picks/Staff-Picks_web.jpg" alt="A variety of hands holding up different books" style="margin:5px;" />​</p><h4>Discover a world of reading recommendations and more! </h4><p style="text-align:center;">Arranged by subject and audience, these lists are carefully selected by Phoenix Public Library staff and other subject experts and offer the best in suggested reading, listening and watching. <br>Explore these lists and see what you discover!</p></div></div></div>

 

 

 

 

 

 

Domestic Violence AwarenessDomestic Violence Awareness<i class="fa-solid fa-hands-holding-heart"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/domestic-violence-awarenessNo one deserves to be abused - for any reason. These books explore domestic violence awareness and related topics. <div class="ExternalClass49B9CB55C7E54BDD80E513D4253ACF0F"><h4></h4><h3>​No one deserves to be abused - for any reason.​<br></h3><h3>These books explore domestic violence awareness and related topics. <br></h3><h3>Learn more about the City of Phoenix's domestic violence awareness campaign <a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/humanservices/programs-services/strategic-initiatives/domestic-violence.html" target="_blank">Paint Phoenix Purple​</a>.​<br></h3><h4><br></h4><p><br></p></div>domestic-violence-awareness
Juneteeth: A Reading ListJuneteeth: A Reading List<i class="fa-solid fa-flag-usa"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/juneteenth​​Delve into the history of this pivotal moment in American history and explore its legacy through thoughtful examinations, fiction, poetry, children's books and more. <div class="ExternalClassF40A04A403BD4F4AAB0FFC28723569E8"><div class="ExternalClass8E00952B740A4814AD79A80EB0120FDE" style="text-align:left;">When President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation - freeing more than 3.5 million enslaved people in this country - it was <strong>1863</strong>.<br><br>When news of this finally reached the people it affected, it was June 19, <strong>1865</strong>.<br><br>In <strong>1866</strong>, Juneteenth, as the day the news was delivered came to be known, was first celebrated on its one-year anniversary. <br><br>In <strong>2021</strong>, Juneteenth was declared a federal holiday.<br><br>​​Delve into the history of this pivotal moment in American history and explore its legacy through thoughtful examinations, fiction, poetry, children's books and more. <br><br><h4 style="font-size:13px;"><br></h4></div></div>juneteenth
Love All: Tennis ReadsLove All: Tennis Reads<i class="fa-regular fa-tennis-ball"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/love-all-tennis-readsLooking for something to read in between tennis matches?<div class="ExternalClassBE103A5F91CC46D7AC8DA53628D8D9B6"><h3>​Looking for something to read in between tennis matches? We picked our favorite non-fiction and fiction titles straight from the world of tennis. ​<br></h3></div>love-all-tennis-reads
Mental Health AwarenessMental Health Awareness<i class="fa-regular fa-head-side-brain"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/mental-health-awarenessMental health matters. Understand your brain, understand yourself. <div class="ExternalClass618F18BEC80E4C3490C0DEB5302448C3"><h2>​Mental health matters. </h2><h3>Understand your brain, understand yourself. Start with these books on topics such as anxiety, depression, grief, post-partum depression, ADHD, trauma, attachment, agoraphobia, and more. Start with what speaks to you and begin your healing era.<br></h3></div>mental-health-awareness
PridePride<i class="fa-solid fa-rainbow"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/prideRecommendations ​​for books, films, and other resources for all ages celebrating the diverse voices of the LGBTQIA+ community.<div class="ExternalClass539091C38D364B7CBACF6CA57CBD6C1A"><h3>​See below ​​<span data-contrast="none" lang="EN">for books, films, and other resources for all ages celebrating the diverse voices of the LGBTQIA</span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN">+</span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN"> community.</span></h3><h3><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN"></span>​Because Pride is every day.​<br></h3></div>pride
Reading Lists for KidsReading Lists for Kids<i class="fa-solid fa-children"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/kidsWhether you're looking for books in a specific reading level or want to browse different topics, this is the place for you!<div class="ExternalClass63C060273F2D473FAB9DC80B3302A36E"><h2>Whether you're looking for books in a specific reading level or want to browse different topics, this is the place for you!​<br></h2><br></div>kids
Reading Lists for TeensReading Lists for Teens<i class="fa-regular fa-children"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/teensBrowse different topics in books, just for you!<div class="ExternalClass4DC1743EE52D4BD5AE4DB91EE34431BD"><h2>​Browse different topics in books, just for you!</h2><p><br></p></div>teens
Star WarsStar Wars<i class="fa-solid fa-stars"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/star-warsVenture on a Jedi's journey to the stars FREE with your Phoenix Public Library card.<div class="ExternalClassB658806D99874F32AF17EA4DAE8D8A21"><h2>​Venture on a Jedi's journey to the stars FREE with your <a href="/services/borrowing/ecard-registration">Phoenix Public Library card</a>.​<br></h2></div>star-wars
What You're ReadingWhat You're Reading<i class="fa-solid fa-book-heart"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/what-youre-readingWe asked and you answered. This is what Phoenix Public Library's social media community is reading lately.<div class="ExternalClassC00B1E4F6B4845A5B335E875B76B1A03"><h2>​We asked and you answered. </h2><h2>This is what Phoenix Public Library's social media community is reading lately.​<br></h2></div>what-youre-reading
Women in TranslationWomen in Translation<i class="fa-solid fa-earth-asia"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/staff-picks/women-in-translation​This book list champions the reading books by women writers from all over the globe and which have been translated into English for wider access, enjoyment, community spirit and celebration.<div class="ExternalClassC6719478CD27474785B261632C1E7500"><h3>​This book list champions the reading of books by women writers from all over the globe and which have been translated into English for wider access, enjoyment, community spirit and celebration.​<br></h3><h4>​August is Women in Translation Month.<br></h4><p><br></p></div>women-in-translation