Adults Booklists | Ocean County Library

All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed Friday, June 16th, in observance of Juneteenth.

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To contact the Whiting Reading Center or Tuckerton Branch, please call the Toms River Branch at 732-349-6200 and ask the operator to forward your call to the Whiting Reading Center or Tuckerton branch.

LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Honor Pride Month by reading these fiction and nonfiction selections. Whether you’re a part of the community, or an ally, anyone can read these stories filled with romance, fantasy, self-discovery, acceptance, and healing.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

A collection of fiction and nonfiction books celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage.
Mental Health Awareness Month 2023

A collection of books that teach new skills, offer support, and facilitate a healing self-discovery journey.
Autism Awareness

April is Autism Awareness Month. Explore Neurodiversity through stories written by those who celebrate Autism and its contribution to the world.
Fantasy

The magic never fades.
Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month. Celebrate the lives and achievements of the real women who have made history, and the fictional ones who have stayed with readers long after the book has closed.
Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, explore our new and recent fiction and non-fiction titles focusing on the deeply-rooted histories and cultures of Black Americans.
Mystery Reads

If you enjoy a good Mystery, try these Mysterious Thrillers.
Romance Reads

Contemporary romance novels you don’t want to miss from 2022.
Native American/Indigenous People

November is Native American Heritage Month. The month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, histories, and acknowledge the important contributions of Native people. Help celebrate by trying one of these popular reads.