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Page Turners (Youth & Teens)

Discover fun reading tools, book platforms, and interactive stories for kids and teens! Whether you’re just learning to read, exploring new favorites, or diving into young adult titles, these resources help every reader find their next great book.

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Page Turners
Booked & Busy

Booked and Busy

Books, Authors, and Reading Recommendations

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Digital Resources

  1. Libby by OverDrive
    • Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines for free from your library
    • Works on phones, tablets, and computers
    • Adjustable reading settings and offline access
    • Includes content for kids, teens, and adults
  2. Wowbrary
    • See What’s New First
      Discover the latest books, movies, and materials added to our collection each week.
    • Stay in the Know
      Get updates on new arrivals without having to search the catalog.
    • Find Your Next Great Read
      Browse by genre and interest to quickly find something you’ll love.
    • Explore More of What You Love
      Easily find similar titles and authors.
    • Sign Up for Weekly Alerts (if you offer this feature)
      Get new arrivals sent straight to your email.
    • Access Anytime, Anywhere
      Browse from home, your phone, or on the go.
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Inspire Databases

Inspire Databases

Research smarter with Indiana’s Virtual Library—trusted information right at your fingertips.

  • Find Reliable Information Fast
    Access trusted academic sources, articles, and research materials in one place.
  • Full-Text Articles & Journals
    Read complete magazine and journal articles—not just summaries.
  • Explore Historic Newspapers
    Dive into past news and historical records for research or personal interest.
  • Perfect for Students & Lifelong Learners
    Great for homework, research papers, or just learning something new.
  • Access Anywhere in Indiana
    Use INSPIRE from home, school, or the library—anytime you need it.
  • Wide Range of Topics
    Includes health, business, history, science, and more.
  • More Than Just Articles
    Find images, multimedia, almanacs, and additional reference materials.
  • Easy to Search
    Powerful tools help you quickly find exactly what you’re looking for.
  • Comprehensive Coverage
    Most sources include full indexing and abstracts for deeper research.
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Your Favorite Authors—Always on the Way

Which Authors Are Automatically Ordered?
  • We keep up with your favorite authors
    KMPL maintains a list of popular authors whose new books are automatically ordered as soon as they’re released.
  • New books arrive quickly
    Titles are typically received when the hardcover edition is published.
  • Includes special formats
    Christian fiction titles are ordered in softcover when that is the only format available.
  • Check before submitting a request
    If your favorite author is on this list, their newest book may already be on its way!
  • Browse the full list
    View our current list of auto-order authors to see who we regularly keep up with.
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Standing Order Authors
Suggestions for Purchase

Can’t find it on our shelves? Let’s fix that.

Help us build a collection you'll love.
  • Have something in mind? Let us know!
    Patrons in good standing may suggest books, movies, and other materials to add to our collection.
  • Check before you request
    Some popular authors and titles may already be on order through our automatic purchasing system.
  • We value your input
    Your suggestions help us build a collection that reflects our community’s interests.
  • We do our best to fulfill requests
    Items are considered based on our collection policy, availability, and budget.
  • Not everything can be added—but we try!
    While we can’t guarantee every request, we make every effort to provide materials our patrons want.
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