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July Staff Picks - Shelf of TImeless Tales. Fantasy book cover titled "Shelf of Timeless Tales" by Auraria Library. Night scene of a whimsical village under a glowing moon, evoking mystery.

Shelf of Timeless Tales

Curated by: Salahuddin McKloskey

This display brings together a mix of literary heavyweights and lesser-known gems that continue to spark conversation, reflection, and discovery. You'll find everything from the sweeping sci-fi of The War of the Worlds to the haunting beauty of Cane, alongside enduring classics like Frankenstein, The Great Gatsby, and Crime and Punishment.

Cover of "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain, featuring two boys in a rowboat against a yellow background.

The Great Gatsby book cover image

Illustrated cover of "Les Misérables" by Victor Hugo, showing a woman kneeling near barricades with soldiers and smoke in the background. Title and author’s name are prominently displayed.

A hand holds an e-reader next to a stack of hardcover books, with a green potted plant on the left. The scene conveys a blend of digital and traditional reading.

Discover New Books

August Discover New Books 2025

Curated by: Noelle Nelson

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the…

A hand holds an e-reader next to a stack of hardcover books, with a green potted plant on the left. The scene conveys a blend of digital and traditional reading.

Discover New Books

July Discover New Books 2025

Curated by: Noelle Nelson

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the…

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Teresa McGinley

Collections Development Librarian

Curated: Cheers to Beers: Fermentation Fasci

Kelsey Brett

Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head

Curated: The Undocumented Student Experience

Katy DiVittorio

Collection Development and Strategies Department Head

Curated: The Undocumented Student Experience

Salahuddin McKloskey

Collection Development Librarian

Curated: Love Your Library!

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Dec 2024

Cover of the book "Dictatorship," featuring bold typography and a striking design that conveys themes of power and control.

Cover of "Parable of the Sower" by Octavia E. Butler, featuring a dystopian landscape and a determined young woman.

An illustration depicting women leading revolutionary movements, highlighting their hidden historical contributions.

Illustrating Diverse Voices

Curated by: Teresa McGinley

Cover of the book "Dictatorship," featuring bold typography and a striking design that conveys themes of power and control.

Illustrating Diverse Voices | Dec 2024

Curated by: Teresa McGinley

Auraria Library received an Inclusive Excellence grant from CU Denver to build a diverse graphic novel collection.

Dec 2024

An image depicting Frank Montish, showcasing his expertise in solo arrangement and musical creativity.

Cover of "The Vagina Business," a revolutionary book on sex and health, promising to change perceptions and knowledge.

An illustration depicting physical-layer security concepts for 6G technology, emphasizing advanced protection measures.

December Discover New Books…

Curated by: Charles Ehlert

An image depicting Frank Montish, showcasing his expertise in solo arrangement and musical creativity.

December Discover New Books 2024 | Dec 2024

Curated by: Charles Ehlert

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the month of December!

Nov 2024

An abstract representation of quantum theory applied to syntax, illustrating complex relationships in language structure.

A small house filled with seashells, symbolizing love and memories in the memoir "Tiny."

An illustration depicting the intersection of Buddhism as both a religion and philosophy, emphasizing the ethics of temperance.

November Discover New Books…

Curated by: Kaylie Longley

An abstract representation of quantum theory applied to syntax, illustrating complex relationships in language structure.

November Discover New Books 2024 | Nov 2024

Curated by: Kaylie Longley

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the month of November!

Nov 2024

Guidelines for effective election management, ensuring transparency and integrity in the electoral process.

Image depicting Nelson, Paul, and Wildy discussing presidential election strategies in American politics.

A visual representation of the dynamics and strategies involved in congressional elections and their political implications.

The Electoral Process

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

Guidelines for effective election management, ensuring transparency and integrity in the electoral process.

The Electoral Process | Nov 2024

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

It's election season in the United States with many local, state, and federal seats up for grabs. Elections can make a big difference in not only your community, state, or country, but also in your…

Oct 2024

Book cover of "The Majority in the Minority," featuring a thought-provoking design that highlights diverse perspectives.

Cover art for an audiobook focused on Asian American education, highlighting cultural elements and an inviting visual style.

Cover of "The Routledge Companion to Asian American and Pacific Islander Literature," featuring diverse literary themes and authors.

Love Your Library!

Curated by: Salahuddin McKloskey

Book cover of "The Majority in the Minority," featuring a thought-provoking design that highlights diverse perspectives.

Love Your Library! | Oct 2024

Curated by: Salahuddin McKloskey

The Auraria Library is a vibrant space where knowledge and ideas come to life, serving as a key resource for faculty, students, and the wider community. To celebrate the Love Your Library!

Oct 2024

A depiction of the ceremonial and ritual transformations in France from 1789 to 1815, highlighting historical significance

Audiobook cover art featuring a musician's guide to neuroscience, emphasizing learning and performance enhancement in practice

Mission-driven bureaucrats collaborating with citizens to enhance government effectiveness and community empowerment.

October Discover New Books…

Curated by: Charles Ehlert

A depiction of the ceremonial and ritual transformations in France from 1789 to 1815, highlighting historical significance

October Discover New Books 2024 | Oct 2024

Curated by: Charles Ehlert

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the month of October!

Sep 2024

Gender queer: a memoir

Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You

mage of a product sold by Patricia McCormick, showcasing quality and craftsmanship in a professional setting.

Explore Banned Books

Curated by: Mariana Prestigiacomo

Gender queer: a memoir

Explore Banned Books | Sep 2024

Curated by: Mariana Prestigiacomo

"Banned or challenged books" refers to written works that have faced restrictions or censorship. Throughout history, books have been banned, challenged, and even burned for controversial, political,…

Sep 2024

Utopian and Dystopian Explorations of Pandemics and Ecological Breakdown cover image

Witch's Guide to Burning book cover of witch being burned

Disability, Medicine, and Healing Discourse in Early Christianity (Religion, Medicine and Health in in Late Antiquity)

September Discover New Books…

Curated by: Kaylie Longley

Utopian and Dystopian Explorations of Pandemics and Ecological Breakdown cover image

September Discover New Books 2024 | Sep 2024

Curated by: Kaylie Longley

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the month of September!

Aug 2024

The new politics of leisure and pleasure cover image

Amateurs, professionals and serious leisure cover image

Porn & Pong: How Grand Theft Auto, Tomb Raider and other Sexy Games Changed Our Culture cover image

Taking Play Seriously

Curated by: Kaylie Longley

The new politics of leisure and pleasure cover image

Taking Play Seriously | Aug 2024

Curated by: Kaylie Longley

We learn through play. Free time for games, toys, and other recreation supports independence, relationship building, and skill-building. But entertainment has costs. Is there such a thing as too much…

Aug 2024

Approaches to teaching Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet cover image

The leopard: Il Gattopardo cover image

Still no kids & still ok cover image

August Discover New Books 2024

Curated by: Charles Ehlert

Approaches to teaching Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet cover image

August Discover New Books 2024 | Aug 2024

Curated by: Charles Ehlert

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the month of August!

Jul 2024

Project Hail Mary: A Novel book cover image

2001: A Space Odyssey cover image

Treasure Island book cover image

A Summer Reading Odyssey

Curated by: Salahuddin McKloskey

Project Hail Mary: A Novel book cover image

A Summer Reading Odyssey | Jul 2024

Curated by: Salahuddin McKloskey

Welcome to "A Summer Reading Odyssey," where the pages of our books lead you on extraordinary adventures! This summer, immerse yourself in tales that transport you to different eras, exotic locales,…

Jul 2024

Lady in the Lake cover image

William S. Burroughs & the cult of rock 'n' roll

The Noumenal Republic: Critical Constructivism After Kant

July Discover New Books 2024

Curated by: Kaylie Longley

Lady in the Lake cover image

July Discover New Books 2024 | Jul 2024

Curated by: Kaylie Longley

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the month of July!

Jun 2024

Towards anti-policing: prefiguring possibilities beyond the thin blue line cover image

Innovation in the university 4.0 system based on smart technologies cover image

HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY: planning and policy formulation in western europe and north america cover image

June Discover New Books 2024

Curated by: Cate Johnson

Towards anti-policing: prefiguring possibilities beyond the thin blue line cover image

June Discover New Books 2024 | Jun 2024

Curated by: Cate Johnson

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the month of June!

Jun 2024

Cyber war and cyber peace: digital conflict in the Middle East cover image

The heart of Lebanon: brief excursions into our mountains and history cover image

Modernism on the Nile: art in Egypt between the Islamic and the contemporary cover

Stories from the Middle East

Curated by: Cate Johnson, Charles Elbert

Cyber war and cyber peace: digital conflict in the Middle East cover image

Stories from the Middle East | Jun 2024

Curated by: Cate Johnson, Charles Elbert

Learn more about the history, culture, art, science, and politics of the Middle East.

Jun 2024

Ecosocialism: A Radical Alternative to Capitalist Catastrophe

Parable of the Sower

The Left Hand of Darkness: 50th Anniversary Edition

Solarpunk Futures

Curated by: Jacque Composanto

Ecosocialism: A Radical Alternative to Capitalist Catastrophe

Solarpunk Futures | Jun 2024

Curated by: Jacque Composanto

Solarpunk: Art & activism envisioning ecologically balanced future. Criticized as 'utopic', yet vital in shaping desired futures through imagination.