AFL Readers' Corner

Need some ideas of what to read next? We've got a whole bunch for you to try!

Once you've found your top picks, you may search for and place your holds by:

  • Using your mobile device (smart phone or tablet) to download the SAILS app
  • Using your browser on your computer to visit the SAILS catalog
  • Directly accessing our three downloadable services on our Downloads page
 

 

 

Virtual Reading Rooms

Where virtual exploration = reading inspiration!

 

 

 

AFL Blog

Our blog posts have some handy recommendations from Ames Free Library staff and patrons.

 

 

Ames Free Library Book Clubs

Don't feel like picking a book yourself? Enjoy some good discussion with your neighbors! You don't even need to order a book to participate, since we set aside a select number for our members.

 

Award Winners

Looking for some quality book recommendations? Browse these award-winning books of all genres for adults, young adults, and children.

 

BookPage

Access the current and past issues of BookPage, a monthly discovery tool for readers. BookPage features only their most highly recommended books from all genres, and their mission is to connect every book lover with their next great read!

 

 

Downloads

Try these free services to access our digital collection of eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, music, movies, TV shows and comics!

 

LibraryReads

The top ten books published this month that librarians across the country love.

 

New York Times Best Sellers

Authoritatively ranked lists of books sold in the United States, sorted by format and genre.

 

NoveList Plus

Gives you personalized book suggestions for every reader.

 

Readers' Advisory Form

For personalized reading recommendations from our librarians, fill out this form!

 

Reading to Understand - Black Lives Matter & Antiracism

With the goal of establishing a productive dialogue and promoting understanding, we encourage you to visit our newest resource! This collection of fiction and nonfiction titles for adults, teens, and children is a helpful introduction to antiracism and the catalystic movement, Black Lives Matter. Please check back regularly as we continue to add to this resource.

 

 

Teen Book Bundles

Fill out this form and we will customize a bundle of 2-5 books just for you, based on your reading preferences.

 

 

Your Neighbors Recommend...

Sometimes the best books, movies, and TV shows are recommended by your neighbors and friends! If you've recently read or watched something you loved, recommend it here and we'll use your submissions to update our AFL Blog!