Pleasure Reading/Fiction

We offer a number of eBooks for pleasure reading through our shared Overdrive collection, which can be accessed here: http://baisl.lib.overdrive.com/. If you need instructions on how to use Overdrive, they can be found here. Your username and password can be found in the ‘Library’ group on CavNet or you can email library@saccds.org.

Suggested Titles

Matthews Library Instagram

Our Instagram page frequently features new books and gives reading recommendations. Follow us @matthewslibraryscds and view some of our most recent posts below.

Get ready for a thrilling adventure with Okoye, the fierce warrior and leader of the Dora Milaje! 🗡️ "Okoye to the People" by Ibi Zoboi is a must-read for Marvel fans and anyone who loves a good fish-out-of-water story. When Okoye travels to America for the first time, she expects to fulfill her duty to Wakanda and her status as a Dora Milaje. But when she meets teenagers in Brooklyn's Brownsville neighborhood struggling against gentrification, she must choose between her duty and her heart. This heartwarming and inspiring novel is a powerful reminder of the importance of community and standing up for what's right. So pick up a copy and join Okoye on her journey to becoming the hero she was always meant to be. 📚🌍 Dive into the world of competitive swimming with "Swim Team" by Johnnie Christmas! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️ This graphic novel tells the story of a group of oddball swimmers who come together to form a team and take on their rivals. But it's not just about winning - these swimmers have to face personal challenges and learn to work together as a team in order to succeed. "Swim Team" is a heartwarming and inspiring story about friendship, perseverance, and the power of sports to bring people together. Plus, the illustrations are absolutely gorgeous! If you're looking for a book that will make you want to jump in the pool and start swimming laps, this is the one for you. 💦📚 #SwimTeam #JohnnieChristmas #GraphicNovel #Sports #CompetitiveSwimming #Friendship #Perseverance #ReadMoreBooks #Bookstagram Attention manga fans! The library just got a bunch of new titles and they are 🔥🔥🔥! From action-packed adventures to heartwarming romances, there's something for everyone in our manga collection. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting into the genre, now is the perfect time to explore all that manga has to offer. So stop by the library, grab a few titles, and get lost in the world of manga. Trust us, you won't regret it! 📚📖📚 Looking for a fun, inspiring read? Try Liz Montague's "Maybe an Artist"! Montague's transformation from a timid boy to a successful artist is chronicled in this visual memoir. She confronts race, identity, and belonging as she finds her voice and pursues her dreams, making this book powerful yet accessible. Montague's vibrant graphics make "Maybe an Artist" a visual and emotional treat. This book is sure to bring you joy! 🎨✨ Spring has sprung and bloomed a bunch of new books! Here's what's new on display on the middle school counter. Stop by and find your next great read! In this charming, sparkling romance book by the same unmatched team of authors who penned the New York Times bestseller Blackout, Atlanta is covered in snow just before Christmas, but the warmth of young love just might melt the ice! Happy National Poetry Month! 🎉 Whether you're a long-time lover of poetry or just dipping your toes in the water, this month is the perfect time to celebrate the beauty and power of verse. So pick up a book of poems, share your favorites with friends, and let's make this a month to remember! 📚📝🖋 #NationalPoetryMonth #Poetry #PoetryCommunity #PoetryMonth #ReadMorePoetry #WriteMorePoetry Want an engaging, thought-provoking read? Try Jerry Craft's "School Trip"! This graphic novel follows seventh-grader Jordan Banks and his classmates on a school vacation. Jordan's experiences bring race, identity, and privilege to life. Top-notch drawings bring the story to life. #SchoolTrip #JerryCraft #GraphicNovel #MatthewsLibraryReads Victory Stand is a graphic novel about gold medalist Tommie Smith, one of two Olympians to raise his fist in protest of racial injustice at the 1968 Olympics. This is Smith's first memoir for young readers, told unflinchingly in black and white. Borrow it today!

High School Book Club Recommendations

The high school book club meets monthly to chat about what they’re reading. View the book club’s Goodreads page for hundreds of recommendations and read about past book clubs here.