• 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.

  • 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.

  • Diverse-Abilities

    Own voices books that feature characters living with ability challenges, whether visible or invisible, from birth or acquired later in life.

  • Literary Reads

    Books with powerful prose and themes, where characters take the forefront.

  • Anti-Racist: Pro-Racial Literacy Reading List

    Ocean County Library has been committed to the work of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion since 1997. We invite you to explore this collection and our other online resources as we continue the journey to an fully inclusive and equitable community.