Explore this list of works from writers who identify as being Afro-American, Black, African American, Latino, Latinx or Latine.
Storytime in and out of the library
The library hosts storytimes in multiple languages including Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian, Spanish and English. Storytimes are family-friendly library programs, typically for young children birth to age six.
Volunteer at the library and help adults expand their skills
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer at the library, you can help adults with reading, writing and more skills.
What to read after Martin, Rothfuss, Hobb, and Kay? Here are some fantasies, mostly epic, set in other worlds.
For performers and presenters
Library programs help people learn, create have fun and understand the world. Our programs positively impact our diverse community by revealing shared values from our unique experiences. We welcome applications from community members and experienced instructors who want to present at the library.
Privacy and confidentiality of library records
This privacy policy explains your privacy and confidentiality rights and responsibilities, the steps Multnomah County Library takes to respect and protect your privacy when you use library resources, and how we handle personally identifiable information we collect from our patrons.
Linda Meanus: Native American Elder and author
The granddaughter of the Chief of Celilo Falls, Linda Meanus is a beloved Native American Elder from the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, an author and educator.
The library's Chinese language services
Multnomah County Library offers services to the community in several languages. One of these is Chinese. The library’s Chinese speaking team offers activities, resources and events specifically for the Chinese community.
Suggestions for your 'read historical fiction' activity as you play Read 4 Life 2020, the library's adult summer reading game.
Staff recommendations of the best nonfiction books of 2024 for adults.
Whether you just need a general guide to voting or you're looking for a deep dive into the history of how democratic elections are conducted, you'll find the information you need here.
Multnomah County Library’s strong foundation
Letter from Vailey Oehlke, Director of Libraries, on her retirement
Creating access for self-published authors through The Library Writers Project
Since 2015, MCL has been soliciting submissions of self-published e-books from the community, initially just adult fiction, but expanding to children’s and teen books and memoir in subsequent submissions rounds. Learn more about the Library Writers Project.
The library’s Vietnamese team
Multnomah County Library offers library services in Vietnamese, Chinese, Russian and Spanish. The library’s Vietnamese team helps patrons find materials and library services in Vietnamese.
Because it's fun to talk about books with everyone in the family, even if you can't read the same ones.
¡Celebremos la Herencia Hispana y Latina del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre! Este mes honra la diversidad de nuestra comunidad y sus contribuciones.
Trees are so much more than a product to be harvested, and scientists are discovering more about them everyday. Take a deep, green dive into the subject with these titles.
These titles are by Indigenous people who identify as two-spirit or LBGQTIA+.
Fiction and non-fiction books to help your family celebrate Earth Day.
Whether you just need a general guide to voting or you're looking for a deep dive into the history of how democratic elections are conducted, you'll find the information you need here.
Trees are complex systems, and so much more than a product to be harvested. Check out some of these titles and you'll realize that everyday is Arbor Day.