Make More Time for Reading
If you find yourself busier than normal and can’t find the time or inspiration to grab something fun to read or new to watch, please see below and check out our Rapid Pick-Up and Book Match services, as well as our Staff Picks and other reading suggestions.
Rapid Pick-Up
A quick and convenient way to pick-up your library holds in-between your other errands. Whether you are in a rush or simply don’t want to come into the library, these items may be picked-up in our main entry way during the hours we are open.
To Schedule Rapid Pick-Up:
- Call the library at (978) 356-6648 (Press 0 for Main Desk)
OR
- Email us at circdesk@ipswichlibrary.org
Let us know when you would like to pick up, and we’ll check your items out to you and put them in a bag with your name on it. Please make sure to call or email at least one hour ahead.
When you arrive to pick up, grab your bag on the Rapid Pickup shelf in the library entryway. You’re all set!
Reading Suggestions
Trying to decide what to read next? The Library can help!
Book Match
One of our librarians will create a customized reading list of five titles for you. Unable to fill out the online form? Stop in the library during our open hours to pick up a paper form.
Staff Picks
Take a look at what our staff are reading now:
Also check out books we recommended during our 2019 One Book Beautiful Boy that cover some tough topics:
Previously Read in Book Clubs
Check out what we’ve read in our library book groups over the past few years to find some reading inspiration.
Mystery Book Club
Non-Fiction Book Club
Still Searching for a Good Read?
This database provides Author Read-a-likes, Book Discussion Guides, and Recommended Reads List including Award Winners for both fiction and non-fiction books. To login use your 14-digit Ipswich library card number.
Visit the featured items menu in our catalog to see New Arrivals and Current Bestsellers, always updated and one click to reserve your copy!