La Quinta Public Library

We're always sharing fun, interesting, or informational tidbits on our social media pages along with book recs for your lifelong learning goals. In case you missed any posts, here are all our July posts in one place for you to explore. At the end of this page, you'll find all the books we've recommended with links to our catalog so you can place a request with your library card! July kicked off Park & Recreation Month. We shared a poll asking at which outdoor space would YOU choose to read? The beach and "no thanks- you're not getting me outside" were the most popular responses! What about you? Pablo Neruda (1904-1973) was born on July 12 as Ricardo Eliecer Neftalí Reyes Basoalto in Chile. At the age of 20, he published Viente poemas de amor y una cancion desesperada (Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair), which made him a celebrity. He then gave up his studies to devote himself to poetry. Neruda also served as a Chilean diplomat to several countries a...

  There are a lot of chillingly great horror novels and graphic novels on our shelves. While horror novels are fun to read for the thrills and heart-pounding moments, they can also help us gain control over and make better sense our own fears. Don't believe me? Check out these articles from NPR and Quirk Books . If you're interested in picking up a novel or two, click on any of the titles in the map below to request them! Or give us a call at 760.564.4767 and we can help you put a hold on any titles you're interested in.  Happy Reading! - Jade