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Williamsport's historic Otto Bookstore recently opened its expanded space. Bookmarks stopped by the store's reopening reception to gather a few recommendations from the readers celebrating the store.

While many would say poetry is best enjoyed read aloud, there are plenty of published collections to enjoy when a reading is not so easily found. For this National Poetry Month, we gathered some of your favorite poets and their collections to recommend.

For some recommendations on the best books for kids, we decided to ask the experts — Teresa Luvender’s kindergarten class at Pittston Area Primary Center.

There are so many women writing and publishing across genres that it’s become difficult to choose just a few authors to recommend. March is Women’s History Month, so let these recommendations populate your to-be-read pile with a few more.

Every athlete has a story, whether they’re Olympians or weekend warriors on a club team. Maybe that’s why sports writing is such a bustling genre. If you’re looking to learn more about your favorite sport or team, let these recommendations get you started.

February is Black History Month, an ideal time to highlight Black authors writing powerful and illuminating work across genres.

You might notice some romance subgenres gaining popularity right now. If you’re a romance reader, there are plenty of options to find your next favorite love story. Let these recommendations guide you through the ever-expanding genre of romance.

The classical definition of classic literature refers to the great works of ancient civilizations like Greece or Rome. But that has evolved to include any works that have endured over time thanks to timeless themes and cultural significance.

To celebrate our year of reading with Bookmarks, we asked some past participants to recommend their favorite read of 2025. Let the 2026 to-be-read pile begin.

At this time of year, what's better than curling up beside a crackling fire or sparkling Christmas tree with a good book? If you’re hoping to spend some time with a book this holiday season, here are a few ideas.