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It’s never too late for speculative fiction

fantasy, fiction, KT Lowe, reading for pleasure, science fiction August 5, 2019 books mdilwort

It’s August – already! Where did the summer go? And you haven’t even selected your summer reading yet! That’s okay. Speculative fiction is ready for you no matter what time of year it is, and here’s a few picks that are sure to expand your imagination. It’s a really big world out there. But first – what is speculative fiction? It’s a term that refers to a type of literature that, according to a quote from Robert A. Heinlein, could be described as “fiction about things that have not happened.” Heinlein was a well-known science fiction author, with novels like Stranger in a Strange Land and Starship Troopers to his credit, and is widely considered the person who invented the … Continued

Children’s Reading

children, children's books, reading for pleasure, summer June 24, 2019 books, Library Resources, Matt Dilworth, outreach mdilwort

With summer reading programs at many nearby public libraries in full swing (for example, those at Morrisson Reeves, Centerville, and New Castle), parents are on the lookout for lots of quality books for their children to read. Many local reading programs have a space exploration theme this year, and our library holds many relevant titles, in addition to any other topic of interest to a young reader. The main purpose of the IU East Library’s expansive juvenile collection is instructional – it supports education, child development, and psychology majors in learning how to teach and understand children. But this focus, different from a public library’s emphasis on the most popular material, makes it a treasure trove of unique books that … Continued

Keep Your Mind Sharp

reading for pleasure December 24, 2018 books, Matt Dilworth mdilwort

With the semester over and the holiday break upon us, you’ve reached a well-deserved rest. But as tempting as it might be to turn your brain off and vegetate the whole break, it’s important to keep the mind sharp and focused – ready to hit the ground running when next semester begins. Of course, that doesn’t necessarily mean spending your free time perusing more peer-reviewed journals in your discipline (although we can certainly accommodate that if you want!). There are lots of more entertaining ways of keeping your mind supple. And one great way is with puzzles – from riddles to games to mysteries to brainteasers. Fortunately, the library has a lot of books to satisfy every taste, whether you’re … Continued

To the monster that started it all: Frankenstein

Elizabeth South, frankenstein, halloween, literature, reading for pleasure October 15, 2018 Library Resources mdilwort

There is no monster more iconic, perhaps, than Frankenstein’s monster. This year marks the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley’s classic novel and the IU East Campus Library currently has lots of Frankenstein and Mary Shelley related resources on display and all available for checkout. If you’re looking for some spooky reads to get you through the Halloween season, we have several different versions of Frankenstein in graphic novel form, including Victor LaValle’s Destroyer No. 1, which is a modern update of the Frankenstein story that reflects today’s current events in the United States. However, if you want to read a graphic novel that stays the most true to Shelley’s original text, then Gris Grimbly’s Frankenstein is the book for you. … Continued

Relaxing Reading

favorite books, reading for pleasure, summer May 21, 2018 books, Library Resources, Matt Dilworth mdilwort

Chances are, your summer will include books. From ‘beach’ literature to just catching up on a favorite author you didn’t have time for during the semester, immersing yourself in a good book is a time-tested use of your summer or vacation. Normally, you might think of the college library as being a place for academic literature – not exactly the kind of books you’d pack for a vacation. But we have lots of lighter reading, as well – in plenty of genres. Are you interested in comics? Our collection includes dozens of graphic novels (from superhero stories like Wonder Woman and the X-Men to more substantive fare like J Edgar Hoover, or acclaimed titles like Persepolis, Habibi, and Pride of … Continued