Library Newsletter - Jan 2025

Posted Date: 01/07/25 (12:50 PM)

Jan 2025 | Happy New Year

New Year - New Books
Do you have a favorite book you wish the library had? Or maybe there's a new book you've been wanting to read? We want to hear from you! Send your book suggestions directly to the librarian and your recommendation could be the next big addition to our shelves!

January is always exciting as we anticipate the new releases for 2025. Here are a few titles we are looking forward to.
Under Attack by Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch (January 7th)
Oathbound by Tracy Deonn (March 4th)
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins (March 18th)
The Rise of the Sand Spirits by Siobhan McDermott (March 25)

Want to do even more? You can also donate books! Drop off gently used books at the front office or check out our wish list to purchase a title we're hoping to add. Every book donated helps grow our collection and inspire more readers.

Book of the Month

Participate in Book of the Month on the Sora App in Clever provided by the San Diego County Library. This month's book is:

Mexikid by Pedro Martin

Students can access these books with no waitlists or holds through the Sora App in Clever. Here's how to sign in.

This graphic novel in the unforgettable memoir of a Mexican American boy's family on a road trip they take to bring his legendary, crime-fighting abuelito back from Mexico. Join Pedro in a Winnebago packed with his 8 siblings and lots of laughs.

Available in both eBook and Audiobook on Sora.

Winter Reading Challenge with the Carlsbad Library
Get ready to kick off the new year with curiosity and discovery as Carlsbad’s annual reading challenge returns this January! This year’s theme, “Unplug and Get Curious.” Rewards for registration and completing 240 minutes of reading during the month of January.

Visit the Carlsbad Library for more details, and get ready to dive into a month of curiosity, connection and fun!

Book Recommendations

New Titles in the Library
Check out some fun books available in the AOMS library.

Part of Your World: Twisted Tale Graphic Novel by Stephanie Kate Strohm
The Swifts by Beth Lincoln

Happy & Sad & Everything True by Alex Thayer
Tristan Strong Keeps Punching by Kwame Mbalia

Contact the Library
Mrs. Otten - kristina.otten@carlsbadusd.net
760-661-6188
AOMS Library Website
AOMS Library Policies

Quick Links
CYRM Sign Ups - must be in CUSD account
Search books on Destiny
Access Sora
Book Donations - We accept donations of gently used books or you can visit our Amazon Wish List.