Cozy Reads for Winter Days | Calgary Public Library

by Timberlake, Amy

Book - 2020

Set in his ways Badger is quite shocked when jolly, easygoing Skunk rings the doorbell to announce he's Badger's new roommate. Will these two opposites fi...Show more Set in his ways Badger is quite shocked when jolly, easygoing Skunk rings the doorbell to announce he's Badger's new roommate. Will these two opposites find a way to live together and even become friends (despite unexpected chicken parties and a very messy kitchen?) Ages 7 - 10 Show less

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Operation Sisterhood

by Rhuday-Perkovich, Olugbemisola

Book - 2022

You won't be able to stay chilled with this heartwarming story of a newly blended family set in Harlem in the hot summer. Bo and her mom had their comfort...Show more You won't be able to stay chilled with this heartwarming story of a newly blended family set in Harlem in the hot summer. Bo and her mom had their comfortable way of life, just the two of them. Everything changes when when they move in with her mom's boyfriend Bill and his two daughters...and a dog, two cats, a bearded dragon, a turtle, and chickens! How will this new family get along and get ready for the big wedding? Ages 8-12. Show less

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Odd and the Frost Giants

by Gaiman, Neil

Book - 2009

The winter isn't ending. Nobody knows why. Odd is a crippled, orphaned Viking boy who meets a bear, a fox, and an eagle in the forest, three creatures wit...Show more The winter isn't ending. Nobody knows why. Odd is a crippled, orphaned Viking boy who meets a bear, a fox, and an eagle in the forest, three creatures with a strange story to tell. In this suspenseful and magical tale, Odd is charged with a dangerous quest, to save Asgard from the Frost Giants who have invaded it. Ages 8-12 Show less

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Katt Loves Dogg

A Hilariously Pawsome Adventure!

by Patterson, James

Book - 2021

It is universally known that Katts and Doggs don't get along....or is it possible that they are able to become friends? Find out when lifelong rivals, Mol...Show more It is universally known that Katts and Doggs don't get along....or is it possible that they are able to become friends? Find out when lifelong rivals, Molly and Oscar are forced to team up and brave the great outdoors and help their families before its's too late. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. Show less

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Pizza My Heart

by Richardson, Rhiannon

Book - 2022

Maya Reynolds does NOT want to move to small town Pennsylvania from Brooklyn. Her parents have other ideas though, and have decided to open another locat...Show more Maya Reynolds does NOT want to move to small town Pennsylvania from Brooklyn. Her parents have other ideas though, and have decided to open another location of their famous Soul Slice Pizzeria. Things get even worse when her first delivery is a disaster, falling face-first in a rude (and kind of cute) boy's order. Will Maya Reynolds' find a way to make her new town home? Ages 9 to 12. Show less

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The Unlikely Story of A Pig in the City

by Kendall, Jodi

Book - 2017

Meet Hamlet, a little pig who is looking for his forever home, will Josie be able to find him a new home? This cozy novel is a modern day homage to Charlotte's Web. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. Meet Hamlet, a little pig who is looking for his forever home, will Josie be able to find him a new home? This cozy novel is a modern day homage to Charlotte's Web. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. Show less

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Frizzy

by Ortega, Claribel A.

Graphic Novel - 2022

Since her father passed away, Marlene's mom has been telling her that she needs to straighten her hair, just like her, in order to be presentable. Over...Show more Since her father passed away, Marlene's mom has been telling her that she needs to straighten her hair, just like her, in order to be presentable. Over time, this has caused friction between the two, especially as Marlene realizes that she would like to keep her hair natural and curly. With a little help, Marlene and her mother begin to heal from their loss and gain self acceptance. Read this graphic novel for guaranteed warm fuzzies. Recommended for ages 9-13 Show less

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Garlic & the Witch

by Paulsen, Bree

Graphic Novel - 2022

This sweet graphic novel is about a magical veggie person named Garlic and her journey to help her beloved witch creator, make a blood substitute for their kind vegetarian vampire friend. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. This sweet graphic novel is about a magical veggie person named Garlic and her journey to help her beloved witch creator, make a blood substitute for their kind vegetarian vampire friend. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. Show less

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Long Winter

by Wilder, Laura Ingalls

Book - 1968

On the empty winter prairie, gray clouds brought the first blizzard in October. The temperature dropped to forty below and snow reached the roof tops. The...Show more On the empty winter prairie, gray clouds brought the first blizzard in October. The temperature dropped to forty below and snow reached the roof tops. The town was cut off from supplies and trade, and food was running out. Almanzo Wilder knew he would have to risk his life to save the town. An inspirational and heartwarming classic in the Little House series. Ages 8-12 Show less

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Greenglass House

by Milford, Kate

Book - 2014

Crime, secrets, intrigue, and mystery. During the usually quiet holiday season, the creaky smuggler’s inn plays host to a cast of strange guests, each wit...Show more Crime, secrets, intrigue, and mystery. During the usually quiet holiday season, the creaky smuggler’s inn plays host to a cast of strange guests, each with a story connected to the house. Milo and Meddy take on the personas of super sleuths as they try to unravel the mysteries and discover the truth of Greenglass House. Ages 8-12 Show less

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