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Reading recommendations

We offer several online tools to help you choose what to read next. (Of course, you can also always ask a librarian at your favorite library location for recommendations.)

My Next 5

Get personalized reading recommendations from Durham County Library staff. Fill out the online form to tell us a little about what genres, books, and authors you like (or dislike). A librarian will review your info and reply within three business days with a list of the next five books you should read!

NoveList Plus

Discover new books with this comprehensive database of books for all ages. It includes recommendations, articles, and lists for your fiction and nonfiction needs. You’ll need your library card number to log in if you’re not in a library building. More about NoveList >>

Reading lists

Looking for book suggestions? Check out our reading lists created by library staff! We have recommendations for adults, kids, and teens spanning a variety of genres.

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Upcoming book programs

North Book Club

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 • 10:00am - 11:00am

North Regional Library (221 Milton Rd) (North Meeting Room - Full Room)

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Ages: Adult, Senior Citizen

Business Book Club - Your Money or Your Life

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St) (Meeting Room #4347)

Do you have an interest in non-fiction books about business, finance, economics, or career development? Do you enjoy thoughtful discussions with fellow entrepreneurs? Sign up for our Business Book Club meeting! This month, we'll be discussing...

Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, Senior Citizen

Registration required

Read & Sip

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm

East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane) (East Meeting Room)

Are you looking for the community of a book club without the commitment? Do you want to get more reading done, but you struggle to find the time and stay focused? Grab your book and come to our Read & Sip!...

Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, Senior Citizen

Registration required

Colorful Reads Book Club

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd) (Southwest Regional - Children's Programming Room)

Love reading stories from diverse authors? Do you find yourself seeking out books with a diverse array of characters and experiences? Join the Colorful Reads Book Club, where we will read different fiction books every month that are from diverse...

Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, Senior Citizen

Registration required

Flexible Book Club

Saturday, August 30, 2025 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd) (Southwest Regional - Children's Programming Room)

Join our community book club! Whether or not you've had a chance to read the book, we welcome everyone to participate. Our discussion questions are broad, so anyone can join the conversation. We explore a wide range of genres—from...

Ages: Adult

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