Find your next great read with Novelist, an online resource that offers tailored recommendations for titles, authors, and series.
Please visit NoveList Content for information on frequently asked questions .
Looking for a book that the library doesn't own? The Zip Books Program proves quick access to books not available in Yolo County Library's catalog.
Simply request the item at a library service desk or using the link below. If your request is approved, the item will be shipped directly to you at no cost via Amazon. When your're finished, returen the book to a staff member at a service desk and ask for a return receipt (please do not use a book drop).
Hablamos español. Llame a 530-666-8007 para hablar con alguien en español sobre este servicio.
This program is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.
A shared catalog where you can request books and audio-visual material from any of California’s 60+ academic and public libraries in and pick it up from your local branch.
The $1 a day late fee for LINK+ items has been eliminated. Lost or damaged materials will still have fines.
Personal reading recommendations from library staff. We’ll match your reading tastes with books and authors we think you’ll love.
Simply answer a few questions about what you like (and dislike) to read, and we’ll provide you with a list of at least three suggestions to try next.
Welcome to the new Reading page!
Here you'll find reading tools such as digital books & magazines, community reading & book requests, reading recommendations, reading programs, and our reading list archive.
A free app where you can enjoy ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines using your library card.
About Libby | Tutorials | FAQs
A digital platform that allows for easy browsing and on-the-go access to your favorite magazines.
Find the library's digital collections all in one place. Made for and by public libraries. Includes SimplyE content.
Read NYT newspaper articles plus curated reading lists for students and faculty at the library or at home!
Animated books, puzzles and games in multiple languages for children 0-12 years old.
Borrow books, movies, games and more. Find book recommendations, NYT bestsellers, and reviews.
Request an item from a shared catalog of 60+ California libraries and pick it up at your local branch.
About Link+ | Tutorials | FAQs
Book Club in a Bag! Get the tools to start your own book club or take your current one to the next level.
Listen to a children's story in English or Spanish anytime you like.
New stories each month.
We'll match your reading tastes with books and authors we think you'll love.
Curated list of reads for your favorite types of books: mysteries, thrillers, and more.
We offer reading programs for adults, teens, and children!
Our programs provide prizes and fun activities for all ages to encourage lifelong reading and learning.
Use Beanstack, a free online service, to log reading and activities, book recommendations, and book reviews.
June 1 - August 15
For all ages.
Read what makes you happy and track everything you read to earn prizes!
January - December
For all ages.
An all year reading program with a space to share your favorite books with the community, and prompts with ideas for new books to read.
March - April
For ages 4 - 12.
For every five books or 300 minutes read you can earn an award from our program sponsor, In-N-Out Burger®.
Staff-curated reading lists help explore trending topics, diverse authors, and themes.
Many lists also have the books separated into different age groups.
Read Around Yolo (RAY) is our book club in a bag program.
You can check out tote bags that contain 10 paperback copies of a book and discussion materials, including author information, questions, tips on facilitating discussion, and a sign-out sheet to help keep track of the bag’s contents.
Age- and genre- based newsletters of reading recommendations, curated by the book experts at NoveList, and reviewed by library staff.
Click “Select and Subscribe to Lists” to choose the genres you’d like to receive recommendations for or explore different lists to see which genres match your interests and subscribe later.
Once subscribed, you’ll receive a curated list of recommended books from your chosen genre(s) via email about once a month.
Select and Subscribe to ListsBiography & Memoir
Walk a mile in someone else’s shoes–immerse yourself in the lives of the famous, the infamous, and the ever intriguing. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
Books for Kids & Tweens
Find out what’s new and cool! We’ll suggest fun and fascinating fiction (and great nonfiction, too) for kids ages 8 – 13. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
Fantasy & Science Fiction
Whether fueled by magic or advanced technology, imagination is the engine of speculative fiction. This newsletter brings you the best of fantasy, science fiction, and everything in between. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
Historical Fiction
Do you prefer novels with period detail? Become part of history, without having to slop through the mud or face the guillotine yourself. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
Mystery
Drawn to puzzles? These books will provide you with a steady stream of who-dun-its for your solving delight. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
New York Times Fiction Bestsellers
An up-to-date list of the New York Times Fiction Bestsellers. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers
An up-to-date list of the New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
Picture Books
Looking for great picture books to share with the children in your life? You’ll find books here that are sure to captivate the imaginations of kids ages 0-8. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
Teen Scene
All types of fiction for those who want to imagine different realities — and nonfiction for those who are trying to understand ours! For high school readers age 14 and up. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
Thrillers & Suspense
Footsteps behind you… Conspiracy theories… A race against time… Horrific consequences… If you’re seeking white knuckles and a racing heart, you’ve come to the right place. Click on a book cover to read more about a title. Click here to subscribe.
With Yolo County Library’s Dial-A-Story, you can hear a story in English or Spanish anytime you like. New stories will be available each month.
Use your library card to search Novelist K-8 for book recommendations
What Should I Read Next? Answer a few simple questions about what you like to read (or need to read) and library staff will email personalized recommendations directly to your inbox.
Resources
Encuesta sobre Cuidado infantil para Padres – ESPAÑOL
ChildCare Parent Survey – ENGLISH
CalKIDS children’s savings account for school/career training
Help Me Grow for child development questions
RISE resource centers
RISE, Inc. Winters [pdf]
RISE, Inc. Esparto [pdf]
UC Davis resources for parents of young children
Free access to The New York Times Online for 72 hours. Click on the “REDEEM” button. Then create an account or log in with your email address and password. For more information, please watch the short videos which can be found on the Research page. If you have questions about accessing the NYT, please contact NYT@library.ca.gov.
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