Books and More
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Browse New and Recommended Titles
See what’s NEW at the library by browsing the CLAMS Catalog.
Don’t find it in CLAMS? Try looking in ComCat to borrow from anywhere in Massachusetts.
Suggest a Purchase
If you don’t see the item you’re looking for, suggest a purchase. Either fill out this form or email syarmouth@clamsnet.org or wyar_mail@clamsnet.org.
Yarmouth Town Libraries’ Book Clubs
Mystery Book Group: Former Yarmouth librarian Chris is continuing to host this book group from her new position in Truro and welcomes everyone! Meets on the 1st Monday of even numbered months (Feb., April, June, Aug., Oct., Dec.) at 6:00 p.m. online via Zoom. To get a Zoom link email Chris at ckaufmann@clamsnet.org.
A list of past titles is HERE. Feel free to drop in on any book club if you are interested in the title.
Free Online Services
BookPage
BookPage is a monthly book review publication and selection guide. Free copies are available at the library. Find author interviews and book reviews.
Boston Public Library
BPL eCard – Access more resources through the Boston Public Library with a BPL eCard.
DPLA
The DPLA Open Bookshelf now contains more than 8,500 open access books! Visit freebooks.dp.la to instantly download any of these titles, no login or registration required!
MassBook
The Massachusetts Center for the Book, chartered as the Commonwealth Affiliate of the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress, is a public-private partnership charged with developing, supporting, and promoting cultural programming that will advance the cause of books and reading and enhance the outreach potential of Massachusetts libraries.
Other Useful Links
Reader's Advisory
NoveList Plus is the premiere database of reading recommendations, available through libraries around the world. It is a comprehensive source of information about books that includes expert recommendations, reviews, articles, lists and more.
Which Book
Discover your next great read! Fancy something unusual and unpredictable? Funny or sexy? No problem. Use our unique mood and emotion search to find great books with exactly the flavour you’ve asked for.
Read A-likes
The Point with Mindy Todd
CAI’s award-winning public affairs program. Tuesday through Thursday, Mindy Todd hosts a lively and informative discussion on critical issues for Cape Cod, the Islands and the South Coast. Every Friday is the News Roundup, as CAI News Director Steve Junker speaks with news editors and reporters from around the region.
New York Times Book Reviews, Suggestions, & Lists
Movies & TV Reviews & Database
Music Reviews & Information
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