The most common titles on hold with the longest waits include The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, Theo of Golden by Allen Levi, Project Hail Mary by Andrew Weir, Heart the Lover by Lily King and Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden.
Abstract Lounge brings a calm musical atmosphere into the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library's main reading area. Patrons are encouraged to read, work, browse the collection or become absorbed in contemplation while enjoying a mind-expanding flow of sound.
Using a Kindle instead of a phone can significantly reduce distractions and improve focus throughout the day. The convenience of an e-reader allows for easy access to reading material without the addictive nature of a smartphone.
"It's not quite what I had in mind entering my eighth decade but it's a new challenge and I'm loving it most of the time, although some days it's exhausting."
La Libreria is a lightweight, demountable library designed for the Venice Architecture Biennale, encouraging reading and literacy in a flexible community space.
