Book Thoughts

I really do think books cure the loneliness in my life.

Yay! Our 2026 Total Minutes!

Unearth a Story Before July 20!

There’s still plenty left to unearth—so grab your reading tools, dig into one more story, brush off hidden codes, and make sure every minute is logged before the clock strikes midnight.

Let’s finish strong and Unearth a Story together!

Hurry before this year's summer reading goes the way of the dinosaurs . . . 

MAX Lending, the Countywide Book-Sharing Service

MAX Lending: A Countywide Collection-Sharing Service

I just loved these images!

Events at Glendale Public Library in July!

This year, your roar-some summer reading adventure runs from June 1st to July 20th. Round up your friends and family and start exploring!

America 250 Library Card

The library is where people come to discover stories, and we are excited to celebrate the story of the United States on our 250th anniversary! From library events and reading challenges to book recommendations and exclusive keepsakes, you'll be inspired as you explore American history and culture.

Limited-Time Library Card Celebrate the semiquincentennial by picking up a commemorative library card, available now while supplies last! Current cardholders can exchange their existing library card for the America 250 card at no charge thru 12/31/26.

Optional Summer Reading List

I thought that these two graphics were cute! The Summer Reading List is a free and an optional part of Cozy Books Corner & Romance Books Corner's Summer Reading Challenge!

I unlocked the Creatures avatar bundle!

I updated my avatar with the latest animal attire. Share your avatar’s new wild look on social media with #maricopacountyreads.

I unlocked the Fantasy avatar bundle!

I chose my favorite look and got my avatar ready for adventure. Show off the new look on social media with #maricopacountyreads. This hat reminds me of the one that Ale has for her contact pic of me.

My June 2026 Reads

🧴 Audiobook That I Listen To While Doing Skincare:

✅ 1. 🧙🏻‍♀️ Wild and Wicked Things by Francesca May

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🦖 THE SUMMER READING GAME BOOK PICKS:

✅ 2. 👩🏻‍🦳 Female Force: Anne Rice by Scott Davis, Louie De Martinis (Artist)

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👯‍♀️ Sister Summer Book Club Pick:

✅ 3. ☕️ Breakfast at Tiffany's by Truman Capote

Finished 3 books in June for the Let’s Read Together: Summer Reading Challenge ☀️ Hosted by Cozy Books Corner & Romance Books Corner. 💛

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