Staff Picks

Coming Soon for Teens

This list is regularly updated and shows items that have been ordered and will soon be available for checkout.
Staff Picks

The 2026 Lambda Literary Prize Finalists in Youth Categories

The Lambda Literary Prize finalists in the children's and young adult categories showcase the profound impact of storytelling on young minds. By addressing themes of diversity and inclusion, these books play a crucial role in helping young readers and their families feel understood and less alone.
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AYoT: Coming of Age Graphic Novels

If you've been following my blog post than you'd know I'm all about tropes this year! And one of my absolute favorite tropes is "Coming of Age"! This list serves as a companion piece to my most recent blog post which you can find here. Below I have some of my favorites from this list highlighted! Enjoy~
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2025 Nommo Awards

The Nommo Awards recognize works of speculative fiction by Africans. That is, "science fiction, fantasy, stories of magic and traditional belief, alternative histories, horror and strange stuff that might not fit in anywhere else." Every other year, the members of the African Speculative Fiction Society (ASFS) nominate works in the following categories: Novels, Novellas, Short Stories, and Graphic Novels.
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Just Checked In for Teens

This list is regularly updated and shows some of the latest items that have been checked in at the library.

Jun 17 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jun 11 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Aug 06 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Aug 05 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jul 30 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jul 29 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jul 23 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jul 16 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jul 15 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jul 09 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jul 08 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jul 02 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jul 01 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jun 25 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jun 24 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jun 18 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Jun 10 4:30 p.m.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

In this roleplaying adventure, fortune and fame are all up to a roll of the dice. Improvisation, storytelling, and tactics all come into play for new and skilled players alike.

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Staff Picks

LOL: Funny Books for Teens

Knee-slapping! Aisle-rolling! Side-splitting! These books will make you bust out laughing and take you on hilarious journeys with tons of heart. A laugh a day keeps the horrors away!
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What We're Reading: April 2026

Check out what the members of the Richland Library Team are reading this month! We can help you discover great titles for adults, teens, and children.All titles linked here are in print format, but other formats may be available. Check the catalog and the monthly What We're Reading Libby shelf for eBooks and eAudiobooks.

Aug 29 4:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Wheatley

Teen Creative Writing Club

Writing is the act of recording. You can point your pen anywhere in the world, including at yourself, and end up with a story. Through writing and feedback, we will uncover various kinds of storytelling and sharpen each other's craft

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Jul 18 4:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Wheatley

Teen Creative Writing Club

Writing is the act of recording. You can point your pen anywhere in the world, including at yourself, and end up with a story. Through writing and feedback, we will uncover various kinds of storytelling and sharpen each other's craft

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Jun 20 4:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Wheatley

Teen Creative Writing Club

Writing is the act of recording. You can point your pen anywhere in the world, including at yourself, and end up with a story. Through writing and feedback, we will uncover various kinds of storytelling and sharpen each other's craft

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Jul 16 9:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Northeast

Northeast Teaching Kitchen Teen Cooking Club

Ready to level up your cooking skills? In this hands-on teen culinary camp, participants will prep bold, flavorful kimchi on Day 1, then use it to create delicious kimchi fried rice on Day 2 while learning real kitchen skills in the Teaching Kitchen.

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Jul 15 9:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Northeast

Northeast Teaching Kitchen Teen Cooking Club

Ready to level up your cooking skills? In this hands-on teen culinary camp, participants will prep bold, flavorful kimchi on Day 1, then use it to create delicious kimchi fried rice on Day 2 while learning real kitchen skills in the Teaching Kitchen.

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Jun 18 9:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Northeast

Northeast Teaching Kitchen Teen Cooking Club

Learn to make pizza from scratch in this hands-on teen culinary camp! Participants will mix dough and prep toppings on Day 1, then shape, bake, and taste their pizzas and focaccia on Day 2 using tabletop pizza ovens in the Teaching Kitchen.

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Jun 17 9:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Northeast

Northeast Teaching Kitchen Teen Cooking Club

Learn to make pizza from scratch in this hands-on teen culinary camp! Participants will mix dough and prep toppings on Day 1, then shape, bake, and taste their pizzas and focaccia on Day 2 using tabletop pizza ovens in the Teaching Kitchen.

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Aug 31 6:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Main

Cooking with Richland Library: Bubble Tea

Come learn how to make your own bubble tea! Jenny L. will show you how to make two delicious drinks - creamy milk tea and juicy fruit tea. This event is for ages 12-18. Please note that milk teas will have non-dairy creamer.

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Jul 27 6:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Main

Cooking with Richland Library: Bubble Tea

Come learn how to make your own bubble tea! Jenny L. will show you how to make two delicious drinks - creamy milk tea and juicy fruit tea. This event is for ages 12-18. Please note that milk teas will have non-dairy creamer.

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Jun 22 6:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Main

Cooking with Richland Library: Bubble Tea

Come learn how to make your own bubble tea! Jenny L. will show you how to make two delicious drinks - creamy milk tea and juicy fruit tea. This event is for ages 12-18. Please note that milk teas will have non-dairy creamer.

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Aug 07 3:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Main

Play Freely For Teens: Magic The Gathering

The collectible card game known as Magic: The Gathering has been covering tables with monsters, spells, artifacts, and lands for decades. If you've ever wanted to give the game a try, or just want to meet other players, the Teen Center is hosting a free Magic: The Gathering event. Teens will sort through a smorgasbord of cards (provided by MagiKids) and build their own deck to test against others.

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Jul 10 3:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Main

Play Freely For Teens: Magic The Gathering

The collectible card game known as Magic: The Gathering has been covering tables with monsters, spells, artifacts, and lands for decades. If you've ever wanted to give the game a try, or just want to meet other players, the Teen Center is hosting a free Magic: The Gathering event. Teens will sort through a smorgasbord of cards (provided by MagiKids) and build their own deck to test against others.

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Jun 19 3:00 p.m.

Event
Richland Library Main

Play Freely For Teens: Magic The Gathering

The collectible card game known as Magic: The Gathering has been covering tables with monsters, spells, artifacts, and lands for decades. If you've ever wanted to give the game a try, or just want to meet other players, the Teen Center is hosting a free Magic: The Gathering event. Teens will sort through a smorgasbord of cards (provided by MagiKids) and build their own deck to test against others.

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May 11 4:00 p.m.

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Richland Library North Main

Teen Maker: Sun Catchers

Teens! Unleash your creativity at North Main. Join us for this hands-on, high-energy opportunity for teens. North Main offers a space to explore, experiment, and express yourself through drawing, painting, and more.

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