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There has always been a fascination with true crime. In Cold Blood by Truman Capote is considered to be the first classic true crime book. Recently, with podcasts about true crime, ID documentaries, and television shows inspired by crimes, there is no lack of places to turn to.

The definition of a crime as well as how one solves a case has changed over time. Advances in technology have also changed how crimes are solved, especially with the use of DNA testing. If you like your true crime to have a historical twist, look no further! 

Every month, a member of the staff at QPL share their top favorite books. This month, Carrie Hummel, Outreach Programming Specialist, is sharing her top favorite books with you!

1. The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karina Yan Glaser

The right to vote has a long history in the United States and members of marginalized communities and women had to fight to be able to vote. In 1920, women in the United States were finally granted the right to vote with the 19th Amendment. 

"It must be love, it must be love / I fall like a sparrow & fly like a dove / You must be the dream I'm dreaming of / Oh what a feeling, it must be love." - "It Must Be Love" by Alan Jackson

The women's rights movement started in the 1960s and 1970s and its goals were equal rights, opportunities, and personal freedom for women. It was part of the "second wave" of feminism.  To learn more about the women's rights movement and feminism, check out these titles!

William Shakespeare's plays have been produced and interpreted many times since they were written. In high school, you may have to read some of his plays in English.  You may have even watched movies inspired by many of Shakespeare's plays.

Wisconsin is more just the Dairy State and the home of the Green Bay Packers. This state has been home to Progressive Leader Bob La Follette, Olympians Mark Johnson and Bob Suter, renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, and actors Willem Defoe and Mark Ruffalo.

Ever wonder what the staff at Quincy Public library enjoy reading or listening to? Tim, from the Circulation department, has shared his all-time favorite five audiobooks. These are:

First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones and read by Lorelei King 

There are turning points where a decision, action, or refusal to act changed the course of history. Historians as well as everyone else have pondered what if something had changed.  For example, what if Napoleon never invaded  Russia or the Civil War had never happened?

Hollywood movies and television shows would not be same without costumes and costume designers. From shows taking place in 15th century Italy to movies taking place in outer space, these talented men and women have created true Hollywood magic with their work. Check out these tites!

Dolly Parton is a country singer-songwriter, actress, and author. Best known for creating Dollywood, starring in 9 to 5 and Steel Magnolias, she is an American icon.

National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries from September 15 to October 15.

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Did you know that the Quincy Public Library has a Spanish Language fiction section for both adults and young adults?

Do you ever wonder what staff at the Quincy Public Library like to read? Every month, a member of the QPL staff will shere their five favorite books! Jess from Administration's top 5 books are: