February is a month of love—not just romantic love, but love for stories, libraries, heritage, and human connections. This post is in celebration of Library Lovers’ and Black History Month, as well as Haiku Writing Month. And blends books about libraries, love and friendship, books by Black authors, and more. Whatever you’re looking for, I am hoping you will find something for you in this February reading list.
So go ahead, dive in, discover new favorites, and celebrate the power of words to bring us together.
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The February Reading List
- The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams. A heartwarming story about how books connect people across generations and cultures.
- The Library of Lost Things by Laura Taylor Namey. A touching YA novel about a book-loving girl learning to embrace life beyond the pages.
- Love in the Library by Maggie Tokuda-Hall, illustrated by Yas Imamura. A beautifully illustrated picture book based on a true love story set in a Japanese internment camp.
- Summer Hours at the Robbers Library by Sue Halpern. A novel about an unlikely friendship formed within the quiet walls of a small-town library.
- The Sun Is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon. A stunning YA love story that explores fate, identity, and the power of a single day.
- Dear Fahrenheit 451: Love and Heartbreak in the Stacks by Annie Spence. A witty, heartfelt collection of love letters and breakup notes to books.
- Pride: A Pride & Prejudice Remix by Ibi Zoboi. A modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice that celebrates Black culture, love, and gentrification struggles.
- Love Haiku: Japanese Poems of Yearning, Passion, and Remembrance by Patricia Donegan. A poetic collection capturing the essence of love in just a few words.
- Blended by Sharon M. Draper. A middle-grade novel about identity, love, and belonging, told through the eyes of a biracial girl.
- I Am Loved by Nikki Giovanni. A moving collection of poems celebrating love, family, and the Black experience.
Related Reads and More to Enhance Your February Reading List
- 5 Children’s Books to Celebrate Black History Month
- 8 Amazing Picture Books About Librarians
- 13 Amazing Books Set in the New York Public Library
- Alphabet of Black Cultures: A Review
- Basho’s Haiku Journeys
- Delightful Picture Books About Love
- Five Fabulous and Fun Ways For Gifting Books
- Honoring Amazing People For Black History Month: Picture Book Biographies
- Kiyoshi’s Walk
- Love is Literal: Valentine’s Day Ideas Inspired by Amelia Bedelia
- Love Is …. a Multitude of Wondrous Things
And Now, the End of This Post
Dear reader, have you read any of these books? Which of these books speaks to your heart? Drop a comment with your favorites or let me know what you’re reading this month!
I’m very intrigued by Summer Hours at the Robbers Library, never heard of it before it seems like something I might like. Love in the Library also looks like it would be a wonderful picture book 🖤
Here’s my TTT this week:
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I want to read the book The Library of Lost Things. It sounds like a good book.
This is such a wonderful list. I know certain people in the administration is trying to cancel Black History Month, but it’ll always be here. I’ll have to read these books.
These are great picks, especially in light of what is going on in our world lately. So many good things to be reading about, celebrating black history and learning about things like internment camps. Our history and representing different groups is so important.
Great selection! I see so many I wouldn’t mind reading especially the Reading List, that one really piqued my interest.
I love finding books that celebrate heritage, love, and the magic of libraries, and you’ve given me some great reads to explore with my kids.
Dear Fahrenheit 415 sounds so interesting!
I think it’s very important that our kids understand the importance of black history. It is a milestone that America has overcome and these books are a great tool to use to share the history events that took place.
I am loving this collection. of books celebrating Library Lovers’, Black History Month, and Haiku Writing Month! I am checking out a few and appreciate this one. I always enjoy your posts!