Booklists
A list of booklists curated for you by Winnipeg Public Library librarians. If you're looking for a personalized booklist, connect with us through the Five-in-Five book recommendation service.
For Everyone
Asian authors
Books for all ages by Asian authors.
Black authors
Great reads by Black authors.
Emergency preparedness
Connect with resources to help you be prepared in case of emergency.
Financial Literacy Month
Learn how to save and spend wisely.
Islamic History Month
October is Islamic History Month. Celebrate and learn with these reads.
Jewish authors
Discover reads by Jewish authors.
Palestinian authors
Recommended books by Palestinian authors.
World stories
Stories and languages from around the world.
For Adults
Adult learners
The Library has many books to borrow that can help improve your literacy skills.
Adult literacy educators
Resources adult literacy teachers can use to support adult learners.
Fiction
The latest and greatest in literary, historical, and inspirational fiction.
Gardening
Fresh picks are always available at the library.
Health
Connect with authoritative sources to support your health.
Indigenous authors
Recommended reads by Indigenous authors.
Local authors
Discover local writing talent from Winnipeg, Manitoba, and Canada.
Mysteries & thrillers
Let us help you solve the mystery of which whodunnit to read next.
Non-fiction
Enjoy reading about real life? Here are some great picks.
Other-worldly fiction
Connect with your next great horror, science fiction or fantasy read.
Racism & anti-racism
Learn about forms of racism, race privilege, and anti-racism.
Rainbow reads
Recommended books by and about 2SLGBTQ+ people for adults.
Residential schools
Recommended reading on residential schools for adults.
Romance
Romantic reads with happily ever after or at least happy for now endings.
Winnipeg 150: Fiction
Fiction titles that reference extreme weather, street names, Slurpees, and more great things about Winnipeg.
Winnipeg 150: Local History Room
Highlights of the Local History Room devoted to the history of Winnipeg.
Winnipeg 150: Non-Fiction
Recommended reads to learn more about Winnipeg's past, present and future.
For Children
Big topics for children
Books for discussing big topics with children, including bullying, loss, adoption, and more.
Books for babies
Recommended reads for you and your baby.
Going to kindergarten!
Stories for children to learn that kindergarten is where learning and fun happens!
Human rights
Books for children and teens that show peoples' differences and the importance of respecting human rights.
I love my library!
Early experiences with books and language lay the foundation for success in learning to read.
Indigenous authors
Recommended reads by Indigenous authors.
Math for early readers
Recommended math reads for early readers.
Math for school age kids
Recommended math reads for school age children.
Neurodiversity
Recommended books about neurodiversity for children and teens.
Racism and anti-racism
Books about racism and anti-racism for children and teens.
Rainbow reads for kids
Books by and about 2SLGBTQ+ people for children.
Residential schools
Recommended reading on residential schools for children and teens.
For Teens
Homework help for teens
Helpful resources for studying and research.
Human rights
Books for children and teens that show peoples' differences and the importance of respecting human rights
Indigenous authors
Recommended reads by Indigenous authors.
Neurodiversity
Recommended books about neurodiversity for children and teens.
Racism and anti-racism
Books about racism and anti-racism for children and teens.
Rainbow reads for teens
Books by and about 2SLGBTQQIA+ people for teens.
Residential schools
Recommended reading on residential schools for children and teens.
Teens: big topics
Fiction and non-fiction resources for building skills and navigating teen life.
Teens: the lists
Fiction and non-fiction reads for learning and enjoyment.