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Collection Spotlight

New Arrivals, On Order & Featured Titles - Recommendations for Adults / Recommendations for Young Adults / Recommendations for Children

Read, listen and watch anytime!

Library of Things

The Library of Things is a collection of non-traditional materials including musical instruments, fishing equipment, games, kits, puzzles and more - all available to check out for free with a library card. 

Check out a fort building kit and take your creative play to the next level!
Math, art and science all rolled into a construction set like you’ve never seen before. Fun for kids and adults alike, HyperTiles connect in nonlinear and unpredictable ways. Check out a kit today!

Reader's Corner

Reading Challenges

Participate in reading challenges and track your reading, activities and more!

Personalized Reading Lists

Not sure what to read next? We can help! Tell us the types of books and authors you like and we'll take it from there. 

MOBIUS & Prospector

As a cardholder you can borrow material free of charge from libraries in Iowa, Missouri, Colorado and beyond. 

Genre Recommendation

Subscribe to get recommendations specifically for your favorite genres like mystery, horror, graphic novels, etc. 

Suggest a Purchase

Let us know what titles you would like us to consider for purchase. 

Interlibrary Loans

Request items not in our collection from participating libraries across the country. 

Reader's Assistance

Checkout databases and websites to explore reading ideas, lists of award winners and book discussion resources. 

Book Discussion Kits

Designed for book clubs and other groups to read and discuss the same book.

Read from Local Authors

Support local authors and read from the best of Missouri! The Indie Author Project (IAP) allows local authors to upload their work for inclusion into the Indie Missouri Collection.

Listen Up STL

Listen to talented local musicians and celebrate our community's creativity. Artists can submit their own original music for inclusion in the Listen Up STL collection.