I'm always looking for my next best book....

     I do occasionally get in a reading rut and need to break out of it, but it is rare that I have no idea what to read. It helps working in a library and seeing all of the new books come in. But, that being said, I am always on the lookout for my next favorite. We have a display in the library right now of books that have been compiled as The Best from 2014; a good starting point for finding your next favorite.
     Another starting point is NPR, National Public Radio, who has an app/site called NPR's Book Concierge (http://apps.npr.org/best-books-2014/#/tag/npr-staff-picks) where you can search different topics and get NPR's staff favorites along with their book covers and short reviews. It's pretty cool, you should check it out!
     Not only that, but NPR also has a fabulous part of their site dedicated to books (http://www.npr.org/books/). You can find author interviews, book reviews, book suggestions, bestseller lists, etc. Many are little clips to listen to, but not all and they not only review adult books, but children's too. Here's one...http://www.npr.org/2015/02/09/383875652/an-early-peek-at-pratchett-in-dragons-at-crumbling-castle. It's a super resource when looking for your next favorite! Don't just take my word for it, click on the link and see for yourself; after you come in to the library and check out our display, of course!:)