
SEARCH THE
FOR
Muskoka Pride Week

We are hiring

Summer Reading Challenge

TD Summer Reading Club

TD Summer Reading Club drop-in programs

New Cool Things

Seed Library

Chris Paul “Rainbows”

Library Carnival

Book 1
BOARD PICKS
Lorraine Boucher, Bracebridge Library Board member
Muskoka Pride Week

Even Though I
Knew the End
Knew the End
Polk, C. L.
A magical detective dives into the affairs of Chicago’s divine monsters to secure a future with the love of her life. This sapphic period piece will dazzle anyone looking for mystery, intrigue, romance, magic, or all of the above.
Book 2
BOARD PICKS
Lorraine Boucher, Bracebridge Library Board member
Muskoka Pride Week

Gender Queer: A Memoir
Kobabe, Maia
Gender Queer: A Memoir is a 2019 American graphic memoir written and illustrated by Maia Kobabe. It recounts Kobabe’s journey from adolescence to adulthood and the author’s exploration of gender identity and sexuality, ultimately identifying as being outside of the gender binary.
Book 3
BOARD PICKS
Lorraine Boucher, Bracebridge Library Board member
Muskoka Pride Week

Shelterbelts
Dyck, Jonathan
Set in a rural Mennonite community, this graphic novel explores faith, identity, and social change through interconnected stories. As residents grapple with issues like LGBTQ+ inclusion, Indigenous rights, and tradition, they must confront the tensions shaping their community’s future.
Book 4
BOARD PICKS
Lorraine Boucher, Bracebridge Library Board member
Muskoka Pride Week

Indiginerds: Tales from Modern Indigenous Life
Allen, Tate
From gaming to social media, pirate radio to garage bands, Star Trek to D&D, and missed connections at the pow wow, Indigenous culture is so much more than how it’s usually portrayed. These comics are here to celebrate those stories!
Book 5
BOARD PICKS
Lorraine Boucher, Bracebridge Library Board member
Muskoka Pride Week

Tough Guy
Reid, Rachel
Pro hockey star Ryan Price may be an enforcer, but off the ice he struggles with anxiety. Recently traded to Toronto, he’s determined to make a fresh start in the city’s dynamic LGBTQ+ Village. The last thing he expects to find in his new neighborhood is a blast from his past in the fabulous form of Fabian Salah.
Book 1
NEW FOR ADULTS

The Antique Hunter’s Murder at the Castle
Miller, C. L.
When a member of Freya and Carole’s team disappears while investigating stolen antiques, the pair race to a remote Scottish castle. As they search for their missing friend, they uncover a murder, missing treasures, and a deadly mystery that must be solved before they’re trapped with the killer.
Book 2
NEW FOR ADULTS

Ghost Town
Perrotta, Tom
From New York Times bestselling author Tom Perrotta, a new novel set in suburban New Jersey, in which a middle-aged writer contemplates the one story he never wrote, about his 1970s childhood and an incident that altered the course of his life.
Book 3
NEW FOR ADULTS

The Devil’s Daughter
Steel, Danielle
After graduating from MIT, Billie moves to Los Angeles to reconnect with her estranged sister and build a new life. But as old family tensions resurface, she must confront the painful past while deciding what kind of future she wants.
Book 4
NEW FOR ADULTS

Mother Earth is Our Elder
Lafferty, Catherine
Drawing on the wisdom of Dene Elders and knowledge keepers, this inspiring book explores Indigenous approaches to caring for the Earth and addressing climate change. It offers practical, hopeful lessons on living in balance with nature and learning from Indigenous knowledge.
Book 5
NEW FOR ADULTS

Unspeakable Things
Nevils, Brooke
Part memoir and part investigative journalism, this book examines the realities of sexual harassment, consent, and trauma through the author’s own experience. Challenging common myths, it offers a thoughtful look at why survivors respond in different ways and calls for a deeper understanding of abuse and recovery.
Book 1
NEW FOR YOUTH

If You Were Here
Johnson, Abigail
After inheriting a house in Nantucket, Lili spends the summer investigating a family mystery left behind by her late father. With the help of local history enthusiast Wren, she uncovers long-buried secrets while discovering more about herself, her family, and her future.
Book 2
NEW FOR YOUTH

Kat vs. Dogs
Shipley, Jocelyn
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Kay must overcome her fear of dogs to succeed at her pet store job, earn money for a new car and win the heart of her new dog-loving crush.
Book 3
NEW FOR YOUTH

The Tiger’s Eye
Finch, Mina
As Hana and her friends prepare for their music debut, mysterious animal spirits begin to appear. When a playful spirit reveals a darker side, the group must rely on courage, friendship, and the power of music to overcome the growing threat.
Book 4
NEW FOR YOUTH

Just One Gift
Park, Linda Sue
The assignment: If you could give someone special in your life a present – just one gift – who would you choose, and what would it be? Discuss. Certain students know their answers right away. A few find their answers more slowly. And while some responses spark lively conversation, others are revealed only in the privacy of journal pages.
Book 5
NEW FOR YOUTH

Kaboom! Blast Off
Odjick, Jay
When Zack discovers his parents are secret Indigenous superheroes, he’s thrust into an action-packed adventure. With a super suit, new friends, and plenty of courage, Zack must rescue his parents, uncover his own powers, and help save the world.



