Ask the Patch Pro: Local Book Experts Answer Your Questions

Our panel of experts are waiting in the comments to answer your questions about what to read and more in the latest installment of Ask the Patch Pro.

It's time for another edition of Ask the Patch Pro, where each week we tackle a different topic and open up the comments section for questions. Our team of experts stop in to help you out and answer your questions. This week we're talking about books. What books should you be reading? What are the hot books right now? Is there a classic book you just can't go without having read? What books should your kids be reading?Patch wants to help you get your questions answered, but we needed some help.  We've compiled a team of experts to help us out. Meet the experts:  

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Jordan Lanham

6:14 pm on Thursday, March 28, 2013

Big thank you to all of our local book experts who helped us out today!   more ›

Ask the Patch Pro: Seeking Local Book Experts

Patch is looking for experts who can talk must-reads and answer questions for readers.

We want to find the answers to all your book-related questions this week, but we need a little help. In the latest edition of "Ask the Patch Pro" we need local experts who can answer readers' questions and offer advice.  What books should you be reading? What are the hot books right now? Is there a classic book you just can't go without having read? What books should your kids be reading? If you consider yourself an expert and can answer these questions and more, let us know two ways. One: You can leave a comment on this post along with your email address. Two: You can send an email to jordan.lanham@patch.com. We need experts to answer questions on Thursday, March 28.    Curious as to what we are looking for? Take a look at some of our …

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Jordan Lanham

5:10 pm on Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Thanks Antona! I've added you to our expert/enthused reader list! Check for the article tomorrow morning!   more ›

10 Books for Kids Under 10

Books make great holiday gifts for young kids.

Toy catalogs and commercials have children begging for the latest new toys, but a bounty of books also appeal to kids’ varied interests while honing early reading skills.  As Dr. Seuss wrote “The more you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.” Open a new world of understanding while pushing your kids to the top of the class with these literary picks. Head to Barnes and Noble to find these great books that fit your children’s interests. For the budding artist: The Wall Street Journal recommends What is Contemporary Art? A Guide for Kids from New York’s Museum of Modern Art. A great book to prompt further discussion, kids and parents can share their impressions of the contemporary artwork …

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Ask the Patch Pro: Summer Reading

Our panel of experts are waiting in the comments to answer all your questions about books in the first installment of Ask the Patch Pro.

Welcome to the first edition of Ask the Patch Pro. Every week we'll tackle a different topic and open up the comments section for questions. Our team of experts will then stop in to help you out and answer your questions.  This week, we're talking books. The summer is the perfect time to catch up on reading. Sitting out by the pool with a good book is a great way to spend a lazy Sunday. Plus, with kids out of school, it's good to keep them reading to keep the brain functioning.  But what books should you be reading? What are the hot books? Is there a classic book you just can't go without having read? Are popular books right for kids? What books should your kids be reading? We don't have the answers to those (and your) questions, but not …

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Summer Reading List for Tweens and Teens, 11-up

Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. Here, James Patterson’s summer reading picks for tweens and teens, ages 11-up.

Looking for another escape? This list of books has something for everyone – fantasy, adventure, and of course, love. What more is there? Read one, or read ‘em all – post your thoughts in the comments. Or, if we missed your favorite book, tell us in the comments! Great Advanced Reads for Tweens and Teens Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs A thrilling reading experience which combines fantasy with haunting vintage photography. Find out what happens when 16-year old Jacob discovers the ruins of Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. The Lost Hero (Heroes of Olympus series) by Rick Riordan After rebuilding Camp Half-Blood, Kronos, Percy and their friends inherit a quest for which they need help from a few …

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Spencer Road Library Employees Begin Move To New Building

Library employees move books on to the new shelves this week.

Spencer Road Library employees moved the first set of books into the new building Monday. At Monday night’s St. Charles County Library Board of Trustees meeting, Spencer Branch Manager Laurie St. Laurent said almost all of the children’s books have been placed on the shelves in the new library. Employees will be placing adult fiction books on the shelves Tuesday.  St. Laurent said it should take branch employees about 10 to 12 days to move everything.  Even though employees are starting to move books on to the shelves, the old building still needs to be demolished and made into a parking lot before the grand opening. St. Laurent said the building will have plenty of spaces for people to meet, giving it a community center feel.  The new …

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St. Peters Resident Releases Gaming Book

Terry N. Sofian pens recently-released "Stars of Empire."