As winter fades and the sun shines brighter, the return of singing birds signals spring's arrival! It’s the perfect time to set aside those heavy winter reads and freshen up your Libby reading queue with something light and lively.

Explore September’s must-read list—a mix of pulse-pounding thrillers and soul-soothing journeys that keep you turning pages long into the night.

Coming soon to screens, Runt by Craig Silvey tells a touching, heartwarming story of an extraordinary friendship between a little girl and a stray dog, tackling challenges together and capturing the hearts of kids and adults alike. Markus Zusak’s memoir, Three Wild Dogs and the Truth, similarly explores the profound connection between humans and dogs, offering a moving narrative.

For a blend of heartfelt drama and magical realism, check out Before We Forget Kindness, the latest in the Before the Coffee Gets Cold series by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. Set in a mysterious café where characters travel back in time to find closure, this book will leave you deeply moved long after the last page.

Anyone craving an immersive fantasy experience? Hazel Beck’s Truly Madly Magically promises to enchant you with its tales of curses, coven politics, and romance while battling dark forces. And as for thrillers with chilling twists, add Riley James’s The Chilling to your list.

Reimagined by her son, Harry Whittaker, Lucinda Edmonds previously published work Hidden Beauty, is now titled The Hidden Girl. This new edition explores the themes of family, forbidden love, and the power of destiny—a combination that Lucinda Riley fans around the world are sure to love.

For a full list of our recommended September reads, check out this list:

*Title availability may vary by library & region.