Alex is a phlebotomist, dialysis patient, and retired thespian who came to Dubuque to slow down and somehow ended up doing the opposite. He spends his time between treatments with the coolest nurses in town, catching the latest films at the theater, and on his […]
Our October 2026 Reader of the Month is Abigail, a student at Emmaus University! When she’s not studying, you can find her working as a barista or as a studio assistant and teacher at a local pottery studio. A lifelong reader, Abigail loves combining her […]
Meet our August Reader of the Month – Ashley! I live in Dubuque with my husband, 3 sons, and 4 cats. I own a photography business in town (Rae of Light Photography) specializing in mostly weddings, but I will opening an actual studio in September. […]
Say hello to our July 2026 Reader of the Month, Zach! We’ll let Zach introduce himself: Born and raised in Dubuque, I’ve always had a love for stories, whether I’m reading them, watching them, or stepping into them through cosplay. When I’m not working at […]
This month, we’re featuring Kari, a reader who turns to books for knowledge, perspective, and relaxation. Kari is not only a wife and mom of two (12 months and 2.5 years), she is also an adjunct professor of history at Emmaus University. A learner and […]
Say hello to Jason, our May Reader of the Month! Learn more about him in the Q&A below – and snag a few picks from his recommendation list here. I’m originally from Spokane, Washington, and my family and I moved to Dubuque seven years ago […]
Gracie, our Reader of the Month, shares her favorite romance reads, go-to reading setup, and the book that reignited her love of reading.
This month’s Reader of the Month is Bernadette, a senior at Loras College majoring in secondary education and Spanish. Whether she’s serving as an RA, singing at church, or participating in her campus’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Club, Bernadette brings energy and heart to […]
This month’s Reader of the Month is Kate, a lifelong Dubuquer and passionate learner whose love of reading is deeply connected to curiosity, creativity, and perspective. Read on to learn more about the books and ideas shaping her journey and find her recommendations here. Hello! […]
Mary, our January 2026 Reader of the Month, is a Recruiting Coordinator at Medical Associates Clinic who approaches reading with curiosity and heart. A fan of mystery, historical fiction, and literary novels, Mary sees books as a way to both escape and better understand the […]
This month, we’re delighted to spotlight Lindsey, a reader whose love of books has grown with her from preschool storytimes to her years as a dedicated elementary school teacher. Even with reading comprehension challenges, Lindsey has never let anything dim her enthusiasm for stories – […]
Meet Josh, our November Reader of the Month! A lifelong book lover and self-described “quiet reader,” Josh has been a stay-at-home dad for the past nine years and recently began working as a substitute associate in elementary schools. Whether he’s diving into an epic fantasy […]
Meet our October Reader of the Month – Dora! Dora’s love of books is deeply tied to her passion for education, community, and family. She describes her reading life as an invitation to imagine the world as it was, as it is, or as it […]
Meet our September Reader of the Month – Heather! Hi! My name is Heather. I am a registered nurse in Dubuque. I have been married for 10 years and my husband and I have 2 daughters, Audrey and Paige. In my spare time I enjoy reading, […]
Say hello to our August Reader of the Month – Savannah! She’s sharing her favorite reads, cozy reading rituals and her purr-fect sidekick, Nox.
Meet the July C-SPL Reader of the Month , Celina! Celina rediscovered her love of reading in 2024, inspired to pick up her sister’s favorite books. From there she signed up for a Goodreads account and set herself a reading goal…then a bigger goal…to finally […]
Meet Emily, the C-SPL Youth Outreach Programmer and the May 2024 Reader of the Month!
