Featured Lists
Romance Novels Starring AAPI Characters
May is Asian American and Pacific Islanders Month, so why not celebrate with a warm, fuzzy romance featuring characters with those cultures?
Nonfiction Spotlight
Explore the world between the covers of a book!
Spring into Reading: Nonfiction Early Readers
Nonfiction books for kids in Preschool to Early Elementary (PK-3rd grade).
40 years since Chernobyl Disaster
April 26 marks the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster. Learn more about what happened and its global repercussions.
Spring into Reading: Nonfiction Early Readers
Nonfiction books for kids in Preschool to Early Elementary (PK-3rd grade).
40 years since Chernobyl Disaster
April 26 marks the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster. Learn more about what happened and its global repercussions.
Authorama365 - Live Virtual Author Talks
The Power of Courage, Turmoil & Love with Marjan Kamali
May 7th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New…
How to Robot-Proof Your Kids & You with Dr. Vivienne Ming
May 12th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist”…
Nir Eyal on Reshaping Beliefs & True Potential
May 19th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author...
Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig
Jun 3rd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution…
The Power of Courage, Turmoil & Love with Marjan Kamali
May 7th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online Event
Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New…
How to Robot-Proof Your Kids & You with Dr. Vivienne Ming
May 12th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist”…
Nir Eyal on Reshaping Beliefs & True Potential
May 19th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author...
Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig
Jun 3rd | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Event
Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution…
Book Clubs – We’ve Got You Covered
Book clubs are a great way to connect with other book lovers and find fantastic new reads. HCPL has book clubs for a wide variety of interests. Find out what we're reading, register and we'll see you there!
Book Club Events
Spotlight on Comics & Graphic Novels
What's better than a great book? A great book with great artwork! HCPL has graphic novels for adults, teens and kids in print and eBook formats
Staff Lists
DC Hopecore
Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman stories of perseverance, strength, and possibility. When everything seems lost, they help us carry on.
2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction for Grades 6-8
TLA's 2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List! is packed with engaging nonfiction picks for grades 6-8.
2026 TAYSHAS List
The TAYSHAS aim to motivate young adults to become lifelong readers and participate in the community of readers in Texas. Grades 9–12
DC Hopecore
Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman stories of perseverance, strength, and possibility. When everything seems lost, they help us carry on.
2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction for Grades 6-8
TLA's 2026 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List! is packed with engaging nonfiction picks for grades 6-8.
2026 TAYSHAS List
The TAYSHAS aim to motivate young adults to become lifelong readers and participate in the community of readers in Texas. Grades 9–12
New eBooks
Tools & Resources for Readers
Author Alerts!
Get a text or email when we order new titles by your favorite authors!
Novelist Plus
Reading suggestions for both fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages.
Novelist K-8 Plus
Reading suggestions for both fiction and nonfiction for readers in grades K-12.
Gale Books & Authors
Answer the age-old question, 'What do I read next?' Search and match reading interests to books, authors, genres, or topics.
Author Alerts!
Get a text or email when we order new titles by your favorite authors!
Novelist Plus
Reading suggestions for both fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages.
Novelist K-8 Plus
Reading suggestions for both fiction and nonfiction for readers in grades K-12.
Gale Books & Authors
Answer the age-old question, 'What do I read next?' Search and match reading interests to books, authors, genres, or topics.