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New Year, New Reads: Celebrating Sri Lankan Literary Voices

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Sri Lankan Literary Voices

Celebrate Sri Lankan voices this Sri Lankan New Year with a curated collection of powerful stories and vibrant perspectives. All titles and more are available to read now on UC Berkeley’s OverDrive!

 

Discover two acclaimed Sri Lankan novels—The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida, winner of the 2022 Booker Prize, and A Passage North, a Booker-shortlisted gem:

 

Explore more Sri Lankan stories—from fiction to poetry—celebrating culture, resilience, and identity:

 

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Arab-American Heritage Month

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Arab-American Heritage Month Celebrate Arab-American Heritage Month by exploring these captivating books, including fiction, non-fiction, and unique perspectives on Arab-American experiences and culture. Check out more at UCB Overdrive!

 

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Women’s History Month 2025

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Banner with flowers and Womens History Month 2025
 

Celebrate Women’s History Month this March with women in history and those who are history in the making! For more check out UCB Overdrive today!

New Books by Known Authors:

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Fiction:

Poetry:

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Black History Month 2025

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2025 Black History MonthFebruary marks the start of Black History Month, a perfect time to celebrate the cultural and artistic impact of African American writers. Check out our list of novels and poetry by both acclaimed and budding Black authors for you to explore!
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Winter Reads 2024

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2024 Winter Reads

Cozy up this winter with these great reads from our library. These novels range from fantasy to mystery to romance and are perfect for cold weather. Check out UCB Overdrive for more!

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Native-American Heritage Month 2024

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Native American Heritage Month

Get ready to dive into Native American Heritage Month with these must-read books! From epic legends to fresh voices, these stories celebrate the culture, history, and heart of Native communities. Check out more at UCB Overdrive.

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Halloween Staff Picks 2024

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Halloween Staff Picks

Get into the Halloween spirit with these chilling and spine-tingling reads! From ghostly tales and eerie mysteries to the darkest corners of the human mind, these books are perfect for embracing the spooky season this October. Check out more spooky finds at UCB Overdrive!

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Disability Awareness Month 2024

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Disability Awareness Month 2024

Celebrate Disability Awareness Month by exploring powerful stories and insights from disabled authors. Discover more diverse perspectives that inspire and educate on UCB Overdrive!

 

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Hispanic Heritage Month 2024

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2024 Hispanic Heritage Month

Beginning September 15th, Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off, a time to honor and celebrate the remarkable contributions and achievements of the Hispanic community. Explore a selection of inspiring recommendations by Hispanic authors below, and discover additional titles in the UC Berkeley Library’s Overdrive collection.

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Pride Month 2024

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Happy Pride Month 2024

Celebrate Pride Month with our handpicked selection of books by LGBTQ+ authors and characters! Discover powerful stories that shine a light on diverse identities and experiences in the LGBTQ+ community and check out more at our Overdrive.