Adults Booklists | Ocean County Library

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.
Diverse-Abilities

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

Celebrating Hispanic and Latinx authors and characters.
World Autism Month

Celebrate World Autism Month by learning a little more about life at all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
New in True Crime

Learn about the most outrageous and hideous crimes.
Do You Believe in Magic?

Magic can be found in unexpected and expected places, for young and old alike.
Beach Reads

Summer reads perfect for days at the beach, or days wishing you are at the beach!