Events in December 2024
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Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations
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Dec 5, 2024
Readers who can leisurely browse the row-upon-row of shelves of books in the library often find enticing books that they might not have known about previously. Or perhaps the librarian who knows what books the reader likes may suggest a new book or author to try.In this digital age, however, when many people browse the library’s online catalog from home in search of a specific book, the chance to stumble upon a lucky find or hear a helpful suggestion from the librarian will be missing.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online Reading Recommendations section on its website that will fill that gap and allow library users at home to have another opportunity to discover new and exciting books and authors that they might not have otherwise considered.
Located under the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab, the Reading Recommendations section features three unique “readers’ advisory” tools – Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary.
“Author Alerts” enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
“NoveList Plus” (an EBSCO database) provides book recommendations based on a reader’s favorite authors, titles, or series. Search by title, plot, or writing style to find read-alikes, or browse reviews, discussion guides, or reading lists for popular genres. Readers of all ages can find fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks that match their interests and reading levels.
“Wowbrary” is a free weekly email service showcasing the latest additions to the FBCL collection. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
Demonstrations of these online tools will take place at the following locations, but those who are interested may also inquire about them at any time at any FBCL location.
- University Branch Library(14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land): “Intro to NoveList”
o Thursday, December 5, 10:15-11:15 am, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that NoveList Plus offers. Registration required.
Cinco Ranch Branch Library(2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy)
o Thursday, December 5, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
Sienna Branch Library(8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City)
o Tuesday, December 10, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
- Sugar Land Branch Library(550 Eldridge): “How to Find the Right Book for You” Registration required.
o Wednesday, December 18, 10:30-11:30 am, Tech Center.
o Thursday, December 19, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tech Center.
- Missouri City Branch Library(1530 Texas Parkway)
o Friday, December 27, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
About Author Alerts
Author Alerts is a service that enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by their chosen authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
Some of the notifications will be “pre-release.” These notifications are for titles that are in the process of being added to the collection but are not yet available for checkout.
Readers can sign up for Author Alerts by clicking on the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab on FBCL’s website and choosing “Book Recommendations” and then “Author Alerts.”
There is no limit to the number of authors, performers, or film studios that can be selected for notification. Library users can also choose the format(s) that they prefer, such as: book, ebook, audiobook on CD, e-audiobook, DVD, streaming video, large print, music CD, or streaming music. Multiple formats can be selected.
When an item by the reader’s chosen author is added to FBCL’s collection, an email/text will be sent within 24 hours notifying the reader of the new addition. The email/text will include a direct link to FBCL’s catalog, so that a hold can be placed on the new item immediately.
About NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus is a comprehensive readers' search tool for fiction and nonfiction. Find read-alikes by author or series, or even search by appeal terms or reading level. With handy links to the library catalog, NoveList Plus answers the question: What should I read next?
About Wowbrary
FBCL offers a free weekly “Wowbrary” email showcasing the latest arrivals at the libraries. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
The “Wowbrary” email service showcases new books, DVDs, music on CDs, ebooks and e-audiobooks, large-print books, and non-English selections.
The “Wowbrary” emails highlight certain titles each week, but users may also click on categories for specific genres of interest, such as children’s books, mysteries and thrillers, parenting and family, graphic novels, business and investing, and much more.
The service is free, and users can unsubscribe at any time if they no longer wish to receive the emails.
These services and demonstrations are free to the public. To register for a demonstration, visit Fort Bend County Libraries’ website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or the branch libraries.
Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations
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Dec 5, 2024Readers who can leisurely browse the row-upon-row of shelves of books in the library often find enticing books that they might not have known about previously. Or perhaps the librarian who knows what books the reader likes may suggest a new book or author to try.In this digital age, however, when many people browse the library’s online catalog from home in search of a specific book, the chance to stumble upon a lucky find or hear a helpful suggestion from the librarian will be missing.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online Reading Recommendations section on its website that will fill that gap and allow library users at home to have another opportunity to discover new and exciting books and authors that they might not have otherwise considered.
Located under the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab, the Reading Recommendations section features three unique “readers’ advisory” tools – Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary.
“Author Alerts” enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
“NoveList Plus” (an EBSCO database) provides book recommendations based on a reader’s favorite authors, titles, or series. Search by title, plot, or writing style to find read-alikes, or browse reviews, discussion guides, or reading lists for popular genres. Readers of all ages can find fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks that match their interests and reading levels.
“Wowbrary” is a free weekly email service showcasing the latest additions to the FBCL collection. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
Demonstrations of these online tools will take place at the following locations, but those who are interested may also inquire about them at any time at any FBCL location.
- University Branch Library(14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land): “Intro to NoveList”
o Thursday, December 5, 10:15-11:15 am, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that NoveList Plus offers. Registration required.
Cinco Ranch Branch Library(2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy)
o Thursday, December 5, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
Sienna Branch Library(8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City)
o Tuesday, December 10, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
- Sugar Land Branch Library(550 Eldridge): “How to Find the Right Book for You” Registration required.
o Wednesday, December 18, 10:30-11:30 am, Tech Center.
o Thursday, December 19, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tech Center.
- Missouri City Branch Library(1530 Texas Parkway)
o Friday, December 27, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
About Author Alerts
Author Alerts is a service that enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by their chosen authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
Some of the notifications will be “pre-release.” These notifications are for titles that are in the process of being added to the collection but are not yet available for checkout.
Readers can sign up for Author Alerts by clicking on the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab on FBCL’s website and choosing “Book Recommendations” and then “Author Alerts.”
There is no limit to the number of authors, performers, or film studios that can be selected for notification. Library users can also choose the format(s) that they prefer, such as: book, ebook, audiobook on CD, e-audiobook, DVD, streaming video, large print, music CD, or streaming music. Multiple formats can be selected.
When an item by the reader’s chosen author is added to FBCL’s collection, an email/text will be sent within 24 hours notifying the reader of the new addition. The email/text will include a direct link to FBCL’s catalog, so that a hold can be placed on the new item immediately.
About NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus is a comprehensive readers' search tool for fiction and nonfiction. Find read-alikes by author or series, or even search by appeal terms or reading level. With handy links to the library catalog, NoveList Plus answers the question: What should I read next?
About Wowbrary
FBCL offers a free weekly “Wowbrary” email showcasing the latest arrivals at the libraries. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
The “Wowbrary” email service showcases new books, DVDs, music on CDs, ebooks and e-audiobooks, large-print books, and non-English selections.
The “Wowbrary” emails highlight certain titles each week, but users may also click on categories for specific genres of interest, such as children’s books, mysteries and thrillers, parenting and family, graphic novels, business and investing, and much more.
The service is free, and users can unsubscribe at any time if they no longer wish to receive the emails.
These services and demonstrations are free to the public. To register for a demonstration, visit Fort Bend County Libraries’ website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or the branch libraries.
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Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations
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Dec 10, 2024Readers who can leisurely browse the row-upon-row of shelves of books in the library often find enticing books that they might not have known about previously. Or perhaps the librarian who knows what books the reader likes may suggest a new book or author to try.In this digital age, however, when many people browse the library’s online catalog from home in search of a specific book, the chance to stumble upon a lucky find or hear a helpful suggestion from the librarian will be missing.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online Reading Recommendations section on its website that will fill that gap and allow library users at home to have another opportunity to discover new and exciting books and authors that they might not have otherwise considered.
Located under the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab, the Reading Recommendations section features three unique “readers’ advisory” tools – Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary.
“Author Alerts” enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
“NoveList Plus” (an EBSCO database) provides book recommendations based on a reader’s favorite authors, titles, or series. Search by title, plot, or writing style to find read-alikes, or browse reviews, discussion guides, or reading lists for popular genres. Readers of all ages can find fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks that match their interests and reading levels.
“Wowbrary” is a free weekly email service showcasing the latest additions to the FBCL collection. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
Demonstrations of these online tools will take place at the following locations, but those who are interested may also inquire about them at any time at any FBCL location.
- University Branch Library(14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land): “Intro to NoveList”
o Thursday, December 5, 10:15-11:15 am, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that NoveList Plus offers. Registration required.
Cinco Ranch Branch Library(2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy)
o Thursday, December 5, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
Sienna Branch Library(8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City)
o Tuesday, December 10, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
- Sugar Land Branch Library(550 Eldridge): “How to Find the Right Book for You” Registration required.
o Wednesday, December 18, 10:30-11:30 am, Tech Center.
o Thursday, December 19, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tech Center.
- Missouri City Branch Library(1530 Texas Parkway)
o Friday, December 27, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
About Author Alerts
Author Alerts is a service that enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by their chosen authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
Some of the notifications will be “pre-release.” These notifications are for titles that are in the process of being added to the collection but are not yet available for checkout.
Readers can sign up for Author Alerts by clicking on the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab on FBCL’s website and choosing “Book Recommendations” and then “Author Alerts.”
There is no limit to the number of authors, performers, or film studios that can be selected for notification. Library users can also choose the format(s) that they prefer, such as: book, ebook, audiobook on CD, e-audiobook, DVD, streaming video, large print, music CD, or streaming music. Multiple formats can be selected.
When an item by the reader’s chosen author is added to FBCL’s collection, an email/text will be sent within 24 hours notifying the reader of the new addition. The email/text will include a direct link to FBCL’s catalog, so that a hold can be placed on the new item immediately.
About NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus is a comprehensive readers' search tool for fiction and nonfiction. Find read-alikes by author or series, or even search by appeal terms or reading level. With handy links to the library catalog, NoveList Plus answers the question: What should I read next?
About Wowbrary
FBCL offers a free weekly “Wowbrary” email showcasing the latest arrivals at the libraries. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
The “Wowbrary” email service showcases new books, DVDs, music on CDs, ebooks and e-audiobooks, large-print books, and non-English selections.
The “Wowbrary” emails highlight certain titles each week, but users may also click on categories for specific genres of interest, such as children’s books, mysteries and thrillers, parenting and family, graphic novels, business and investing, and much more.
The service is free, and users can unsubscribe at any time if they no longer wish to receive the emails.
These services and demonstrations are free to the public. To register for a demonstration, visit Fort Bend County Libraries’ website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or the branch libraries.
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library Hosts Marionette Show, "Sleeping Beauty" Cinco Ranch Branch Library Hosts Marionette Show, "Sleeping Beauty"
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Dec 14, 2024The Youth Services department at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present a special performance of the marionette puppet show, “Sleeping Beauty & the Handsome Prince,” on Saturday, December 14, beginning at 3:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy.
Master puppeteer Jean Kuecher, producer of Marionette Playhouse, will entertain children of all ages with her beautifully handcrafted marionettes on an elaborate stage, with music and lighting. In this puppet show, the Good Fairy helps the Handsome Prince battle the Wicked Witch’s dragon, but then the prince can’t remember how to awaken the Princess Sleeping Beauty! With a little help from the audience, maybe he will remember, and the Handsome Prince and the Princess Sleeping Beauty will be reunited! After the performance, stay to learn some of the backstage secrets.The delicately handcrafted, 1/3-life-sized marionettes are built by Kuecher, who also designs their beautiful costumes and majestic scenery. A member of the Puppeteers of America and the Greater Houston Puppetry Guild, Kuecher holds a master’s degree in education, Counseling and Guidance from the University of Houston, and has used her puppetry skills to enrich classroom education.
Space is limited. Tickets are required for entry and will be handed out starting one hour before showtime. No late admittance.
Made possible by the Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, this performance is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us) or call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311) or the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).
[PHOTO ATTACHED COURTESY OF JEAN KUECHER]
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Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations
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Dec 18, 2024Readers who can leisurely browse the row-upon-row of shelves of books in the library often find enticing books that they might not have known about previously. Or perhaps the librarian who knows what books the reader likes may suggest a new book or author to try.In this digital age, however, when many people browse the library’s online catalog from home in search of a specific book, the chance to stumble upon a lucky find or hear a helpful suggestion from the librarian will be missing.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online Reading Recommendations section on its website that will fill that gap and allow library users at home to have another opportunity to discover new and exciting books and authors that they might not have otherwise considered.
Located under the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab, the Reading Recommendations section features three unique “readers’ advisory” tools – Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary.
“Author Alerts” enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
“NoveList Plus” (an EBSCO database) provides book recommendations based on a reader’s favorite authors, titles, or series. Search by title, plot, or writing style to find read-alikes, or browse reviews, discussion guides, or reading lists for popular genres. Readers of all ages can find fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks that match their interests and reading levels.
“Wowbrary” is a free weekly email service showcasing the latest additions to the FBCL collection. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
Demonstrations of these online tools will take place at the following locations, but those who are interested may also inquire about them at any time at any FBCL location.
- University Branch Library(14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land): “Intro to NoveList”
o Thursday, December 5, 10:15-11:15 am, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that NoveList Plus offers. Registration required.
Cinco Ranch Branch Library(2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy)
o Thursday, December 5, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
Sienna Branch Library(8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City)
o Tuesday, December 10, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
- Sugar Land Branch Library(550 Eldridge): “How to Find the Right Book for You” Registration required.
o Wednesday, December 18, 10:30-11:30 am, Tech Center.
o Thursday, December 19, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tech Center.
- Missouri City Branch Library(1530 Texas Parkway)
o Friday, December 27, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
About Author Alerts
Author Alerts is a service that enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by their chosen authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
Some of the notifications will be “pre-release.” These notifications are for titles that are in the process of being added to the collection but are not yet available for checkout.
Readers can sign up for Author Alerts by clicking on the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab on FBCL’s website and choosing “Book Recommendations” and then “Author Alerts.”
There is no limit to the number of authors, performers, or film studios that can be selected for notification. Library users can also choose the format(s) that they prefer, such as: book, ebook, audiobook on CD, e-audiobook, DVD, streaming video, large print, music CD, or streaming music. Multiple formats can be selected.
When an item by the reader’s chosen author is added to FBCL’s collection, an email/text will be sent within 24 hours notifying the reader of the new addition. The email/text will include a direct link to FBCL’s catalog, so that a hold can be placed on the new item immediately.
About NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus is a comprehensive readers' search tool for fiction and nonfiction. Find read-alikes by author or series, or even search by appeal terms or reading level. With handy links to the library catalog, NoveList Plus answers the question: What should I read next?
About Wowbrary
FBCL offers a free weekly “Wowbrary” email showcasing the latest arrivals at the libraries. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
The “Wowbrary” email service showcases new books, DVDs, music on CDs, ebooks and e-audiobooks, large-print books, and non-English selections.
The “Wowbrary” emails highlight certain titles each week, but users may also click on categories for specific genres of interest, such as children’s books, mysteries and thrillers, parenting and family, graphic novels, business and investing, and much more.
The service is free, and users can unsubscribe at any time if they no longer wish to receive the emails.
These services and demonstrations are free to the public. To register for a demonstration, visit Fort Bend County Libraries’ website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or the branch libraries.
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Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations
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Dec 19, 2024 – Dec 20, 2024Readers who can leisurely browse the row-upon-row of shelves of books in the library often find enticing books that they might not have known about previously. Or perhaps the librarian who knows what books the reader likes may suggest a new book or author to try.In this digital age, however, when many people browse the library’s online catalog from home in search of a specific book, the chance to stumble upon a lucky find or hear a helpful suggestion from the librarian will be missing.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online Reading Recommendations section on its website that will fill that gap and allow library users at home to have another opportunity to discover new and exciting books and authors that they might not have otherwise considered.
Located under the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab, the Reading Recommendations section features three unique “readers’ advisory” tools – Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary.
“Author Alerts” enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
“NoveList Plus” (an EBSCO database) provides book recommendations based on a reader’s favorite authors, titles, or series. Search by title, plot, or writing style to find read-alikes, or browse reviews, discussion guides, or reading lists for popular genres. Readers of all ages can find fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks that match their interests and reading levels.
“Wowbrary” is a free weekly email service showcasing the latest additions to the FBCL collection. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
Demonstrations of these online tools will take place at the following locations, but those who are interested may also inquire about them at any time at any FBCL location.
- University Branch Library(14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land): “Intro to NoveList”
o Thursday, December 5, 10:15-11:15 am, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that NoveList Plus offers. Registration required.
Cinco Ranch Branch Library(2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy)
o Thursday, December 5, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
Sienna Branch Library(8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City)
o Tuesday, December 10, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
- Sugar Land Branch Library(550 Eldridge): “How to Find the Right Book for You” Registration required.
o Wednesday, December 18, 10:30-11:30 am, Tech Center.
o Thursday, December 19, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tech Center.
- Missouri City Branch Library(1530 Texas Parkway)
o Friday, December 27, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
About Author Alerts
Author Alerts is a service that enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by their chosen authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
Some of the notifications will be “pre-release.” These notifications are for titles that are in the process of being added to the collection but are not yet available for checkout.
Readers can sign up for Author Alerts by clicking on the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab on FBCL’s website and choosing “Book Recommendations” and then “Author Alerts.”
There is no limit to the number of authors, performers, or film studios that can be selected for notification. Library users can also choose the format(s) that they prefer, such as: book, ebook, audiobook on CD, e-audiobook, DVD, streaming video, large print, music CD, or streaming music. Multiple formats can be selected.
When an item by the reader’s chosen author is added to FBCL’s collection, an email/text will be sent within 24 hours notifying the reader of the new addition. The email/text will include a direct link to FBCL’s catalog, so that a hold can be placed on the new item immediately.
About NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus is a comprehensive readers' search tool for fiction and nonfiction. Find read-alikes by author or series, or even search by appeal terms or reading level. With handy links to the library catalog, NoveList Plus answers the question: What should I read next?
About Wowbrary
FBCL offers a free weekly “Wowbrary” email showcasing the latest arrivals at the libraries. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
The “Wowbrary” email service showcases new books, DVDs, music on CDs, ebooks and e-audiobooks, large-print books, and non-English selections.
The “Wowbrary” emails highlight certain titles each week, but users may also click on categories for specific genres of interest, such as children’s books, mysteries and thrillers, parenting and family, graphic novels, business and investing, and much more.
The service is free, and users can unsubscribe at any time if they no longer wish to receive the emails.
These services and demonstrations are free to the public. To register for a demonstration, visit Fort Bend County Libraries’ website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or the branch libraries.
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Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations
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Dec 19, 2024 – Dec 20, 2024Readers who can leisurely browse the row-upon-row of shelves of books in the library often find enticing books that they might not have known about previously. Or perhaps the librarian who knows what books the reader likes may suggest a new book or author to try.In this digital age, however, when many people browse the library’s online catalog from home in search of a specific book, the chance to stumble upon a lucky find or hear a helpful suggestion from the librarian will be missing.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online Reading Recommendations section on its website that will fill that gap and allow library users at home to have another opportunity to discover new and exciting books and authors that they might not have otherwise considered.
Located under the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab, the Reading Recommendations section features three unique “readers’ advisory” tools – Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary.
“Author Alerts” enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
“NoveList Plus” (an EBSCO database) provides book recommendations based on a reader’s favorite authors, titles, or series. Search by title, plot, or writing style to find read-alikes, or browse reviews, discussion guides, or reading lists for popular genres. Readers of all ages can find fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks that match their interests and reading levels.
“Wowbrary” is a free weekly email service showcasing the latest additions to the FBCL collection. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
Demonstrations of these online tools will take place at the following locations, but those who are interested may also inquire about them at any time at any FBCL location.
- University Branch Library(14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land): “Intro to NoveList”
o Thursday, December 5, 10:15-11:15 am, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that NoveList Plus offers. Registration required.
Cinco Ranch Branch Library(2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy)
o Thursday, December 5, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
Sienna Branch Library(8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City)
o Tuesday, December 10, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
- Sugar Land Branch Library(550 Eldridge): “How to Find the Right Book for You” Registration required.
o Wednesday, December 18, 10:30-11:30 am, Tech Center.
o Thursday, December 19, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tech Center.
- Missouri City Branch Library(1530 Texas Parkway)
o Friday, December 27, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
About Author Alerts
Author Alerts is a service that enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by their chosen authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
Some of the notifications will be “pre-release.” These notifications are for titles that are in the process of being added to the collection but are not yet available for checkout.
Readers can sign up for Author Alerts by clicking on the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab on FBCL’s website and choosing “Book Recommendations” and then “Author Alerts.”
There is no limit to the number of authors, performers, or film studios that can be selected for notification. Library users can also choose the format(s) that they prefer, such as: book, ebook, audiobook on CD, e-audiobook, DVD, streaming video, large print, music CD, or streaming music. Multiple formats can be selected.
When an item by the reader’s chosen author is added to FBCL’s collection, an email/text will be sent within 24 hours notifying the reader of the new addition. The email/text will include a direct link to FBCL’s catalog, so that a hold can be placed on the new item immediately.
About NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus is a comprehensive readers' search tool for fiction and nonfiction. Find read-alikes by author or series, or even search by appeal terms or reading level. With handy links to the library catalog, NoveList Plus answers the question: What should I read next?
About Wowbrary
FBCL offers a free weekly “Wowbrary” email showcasing the latest arrivals at the libraries. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
The “Wowbrary” email service showcases new books, DVDs, music on CDs, ebooks and e-audiobooks, large-print books, and non-English selections.
The “Wowbrary” emails highlight certain titles each week, but users may also click on categories for specific genres of interest, such as children’s books, mysteries and thrillers, parenting and family, graphic novels, business and investing, and much more.
The service is free, and users can unsubscribe at any time if they no longer wish to receive the emails.
These services and demonstrations are free to the public. To register for a demonstration, visit Fort Bend County Libraries’ website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or the branch libraries.
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Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations
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Dec 27, 2024 – Dec 28, 2024Readers who can leisurely browse the row-upon-row of shelves of books in the library often find enticing books that they might not have known about previously. Or perhaps the librarian who knows what books the reader likes may suggest a new book or author to try.In this digital age, however, when many people browse the library’s online catalog from home in search of a specific book, the chance to stumble upon a lucky find or hear a helpful suggestion from the librarian will be missing.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online Reading Recommendations section on its website that will fill that gap and allow library users at home to have another opportunity to discover new and exciting books and authors that they might not have otherwise considered.
Located under the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab, the Reading Recommendations section features three unique “readers’ advisory” tools – Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary.
“Author Alerts” enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
“NoveList Plus” (an EBSCO database) provides book recommendations based on a reader’s favorite authors, titles, or series. Search by title, plot, or writing style to find read-alikes, or browse reviews, discussion guides, or reading lists for popular genres. Readers of all ages can find fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks that match their interests and reading levels.
“Wowbrary” is a free weekly email service showcasing the latest additions to the FBCL collection. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
Demonstrations of these online tools will take place at the following locations, but those who are interested may also inquire about them at any time at any FBCL location.
- University Branch Library(14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land): “Intro to NoveList”
o Thursday, December 5, 10:15-11:15 am, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that NoveList Plus offers. Registration required.
Cinco Ranch Branch Library(2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy)
o Thursday, December 5, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
Sienna Branch Library(8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City)
o Tuesday, December 10, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
- Sugar Land Branch Library(550 Eldridge): “How to Find the Right Book for You” Registration required.
o Wednesday, December 18, 10:30-11:30 am, Tech Center.
o Thursday, December 19, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tech Center.
- Missouri City Branch Library(1530 Texas Parkway)
o Friday, December 27, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
About Author Alerts
Author Alerts is a service that enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by their chosen authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
Some of the notifications will be “pre-release.” These notifications are for titles that are in the process of being added to the collection but are not yet available for checkout.
Readers can sign up for Author Alerts by clicking on the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab on FBCL’s website and choosing “Book Recommendations” and then “Author Alerts.”
There is no limit to the number of authors, performers, or film studios that can be selected for notification. Library users can also choose the format(s) that they prefer, such as: book, ebook, audiobook on CD, e-audiobook, DVD, streaming video, large print, music CD, or streaming music. Multiple formats can be selected.
When an item by the reader’s chosen author is added to FBCL’s collection, an email/text will be sent within 24 hours notifying the reader of the new addition. The email/text will include a direct link to FBCL’s catalog, so that a hold can be placed on the new item immediately.
About NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus is a comprehensive readers' search tool for fiction and nonfiction. Find read-alikes by author or series, or even search by appeal terms or reading level. With handy links to the library catalog, NoveList Plus answers the question: What should I read next?
About Wowbrary
FBCL offers a free weekly “Wowbrary” email showcasing the latest arrivals at the libraries. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
The “Wowbrary” email service showcases new books, DVDs, music on CDs, ebooks and e-audiobooks, large-print books, and non-English selections.
The “Wowbrary” emails highlight certain titles each week, but users may also click on categories for specific genres of interest, such as children’s books, mysteries and thrillers, parenting and family, graphic novels, business and investing, and much more.
The service is free, and users can unsubscribe at any time if they no longer wish to receive the emails.
These services and demonstrations are free to the public. To register for a demonstration, visit Fort Bend County Libraries’ website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or the branch libraries.
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Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations Discover Your Next Great Book With Libraries’ Online Reading Recommendations
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Dec 27, 2024 – Dec 28, 2024Readers who can leisurely browse the row-upon-row of shelves of books in the library often find enticing books that they might not have known about previously. Or perhaps the librarian who knows what books the reader likes may suggest a new book or author to try.In this digital age, however, when many people browse the library’s online catalog from home in search of a specific book, the chance to stumble upon a lucky find or hear a helpful suggestion from the librarian will be missing.
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has an online Reading Recommendations section on its website that will fill that gap and allow library users at home to have another opportunity to discover new and exciting books and authors that they might not have otherwise considered.
Located under the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab, the Reading Recommendations section features three unique “readers’ advisory” tools – Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary.
“Author Alerts” enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
“NoveList Plus” (an EBSCO database) provides book recommendations based on a reader’s favorite authors, titles, or series. Search by title, plot, or writing style to find read-alikes, or browse reviews, discussion guides, or reading lists for popular genres. Readers of all ages can find fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks that match their interests and reading levels.
“Wowbrary” is a free weekly email service showcasing the latest additions to the FBCL collection. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
Demonstrations of these online tools will take place at the following locations, but those who are interested may also inquire about them at any time at any FBCL location.
- University Branch Library(14010 University Blvd, Sugar Land): “Intro to NoveList”
o Thursday, December 5, 10:15-11:15 am, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that NoveList Plus offers. Registration required.
Cinco Ranch Branch Library(2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy)
o Thursday, December 5, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
Sienna Branch Library(8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City)
o Tuesday, December 10, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
- Sugar Land Branch Library(550 Eldridge): “How to Find the Right Book for You” Registration required.
o Wednesday, December 18, 10:30-11:30 am, Tech Center.
o Thursday, December 19, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tech Center.
- Missouri City Branch Library(1530 Texas Parkway)
o Friday, December 27, 2:00-3:00 pm, Computer Lab. Learn how to make the most use of the features that Author Alerts, NoveList Plus, and Wowbrary offer. Registration required.
About Author Alerts
Author Alerts is a service that enables readers to be notified by email or text message when new titles or offerings by their chosen authors or performers are added to the FBCL collection.
Some of the notifications will be “pre-release.” These notifications are for titles that are in the process of being added to the collection but are not yet available for checkout.
Readers can sign up for Author Alerts by clicking on the “Books, eLibrary, & More” tab on FBCL’s website and choosing “Book Recommendations” and then “Author Alerts.”
There is no limit to the number of authors, performers, or film studios that can be selected for notification. Library users can also choose the format(s) that they prefer, such as: book, ebook, audiobook on CD, e-audiobook, DVD, streaming video, large print, music CD, or streaming music. Multiple formats can be selected.
When an item by the reader’s chosen author is added to FBCL’s collection, an email/text will be sent within 24 hours notifying the reader of the new addition. The email/text will include a direct link to FBCL’s catalog, so that a hold can be placed on the new item immediately.
About NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus is a comprehensive readers' search tool for fiction and nonfiction. Find read-alikes by author or series, or even search by appeal terms or reading level. With handy links to the library catalog, NoveList Plus answers the question: What should I read next?
About Wowbrary
FBCL offers a free weekly “Wowbrary” email showcasing the latest arrivals at the libraries. With an instant link to the online catalog, titles can quickly and easily be requested online for checkout and pickup at the nearest FBCL location.
The “Wowbrary” email service showcases new books, DVDs, music on CDs, ebooks and e-audiobooks, large-print books, and non-English selections.
The “Wowbrary” emails highlight certain titles each week, but users may also click on categories for specific genres of interest, such as children’s books, mysteries and thrillers, parenting and family, graphic novels, business and investing, and much more.
The service is free, and users can unsubscribe at any time if they no longer wish to receive the emails.
These services and demonstrations are free to the public. To register for a demonstration, visit Fort Bend County Libraries’ website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select the library, and find the program on the date indicated. For more information, call FBCL’s Communications Office (281-633-4734) or the branch libraries.
