Blog by the Book Match team
The gray, chilly months of winter are often a time of reflection. Think about the books you’ve read this year, or start building up a new reading list with the help of one of the lists below. Find out what library staff have been enjoying, warm up with a holiday romance, or discover award winners and some of the most popular books of 2025.
Looking for more books? Or are you interested in other themes? Reach out to the Book Match team and get personalized recommendations based on what you like to read! Readers one and all, AC Library’s matchmakers keep up to date on books across a wide range of genres, from slice-of-life to epic fantasy. Whether you’re looking for your next autobiography or a thriller, Book Match can create a customized reading list just for you!
We asked our library staff to share their favorite books from the year! Each book is listed with a synopsis and a personal recommendation from AC Library staff. Enjoy these suggestions? Looking for a new book to read? Book Match is a book recommendation program offered through AC Library. Check out the website at the top of the list to go to the Book Match page.
Join the children's Winter Reading Challenge at Dublin Library, Books in the Bayou. Find a book to go along with the theme, and stop by the library between December 1 - January 17, 2026 to pick up your gameboard. Last day to pick up prizes is January 18, 2026.
Many Korean Manhwa have become translated and published in the United States. With its growing popularity, more and more libraries are adding them to their collections! Explore these Korean Manhwa's the library has added and find something new to enjoy!
Explore these fantastic teen books in a variety of genres. These books had starred professional reviews and many choices made Best of 2025 lists in publications like Publishers Weekly and Book Riot.
...Then you might like these books, which are full of demon-hunting, Korean mythology, and, of course, K-pop.
Some days, you just need a quick read. These novellas are all under 200 pages long and cover a range of genres, offering something for anyone looking for a short book to fit into a busy winter.
We love picture books, and it's the time of year to share some of the best that were published in 2025. There are many different art styles and stories represented on this list, so there is a wide variety to choose from. All the books on this list have received one or more starred reviews from the major book review sites (Horn Book, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal, MacKids School and Library), and this is by no means an exhaustive list!
It's been a cold start to our winter season here in the Bay Area, and now is the perfect time to find a cozy story to read. Settle in with one of these gentle mystery or fantasy novels, and you may find yourself wanting a sweet treat after reading some of the culinary-related stories.
Warm up this winter with a sweet and spicy read! Try one of these brand-new romances, perfect for the chilly season.
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