As the days grow shorter and the year winds down, November invites us to slow down and savor the power of words. This month’s Adventures in Reading Challenge celebrates Poetry and Novels in Verse—stories and reflections woven into lines that sing, inspire, and resonate. Poetry and verse novels offer a unique experience, capturing powerful emotions in beautiful, succinct language. We encourage you to explore this format that, while concise, can be deeply moving and thought-provoking. 

Here are our top Poetry & Novel in Verse recommendations for November: 

• Call Us What We Carry by Amanda Gorman 

• The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo 

• Starfish by Lisa Fipps 

• You Are Here by Ada Limón 

• An American Sunrise by Joy Harjo 

Visit your nearest North Little Rock Public Library branch to find these books or check out the eBook versions on the Libby app with your library card. 

November is the perfect time to discover the impact of a single, well-chosen line or the narrative of a story told through poetic verse. Whether you’re reading in the comfort of your home, by the warmth of a fireplace, or tucked under a cozy blanket, these selections will speak to your heart and inspire thoughtful reflection. 

If poetry or novels in verse are a new genre for you, we invite you to give it a try! These works offer refreshing, impactful perspectives that may introduce you to a new favorite style or author. 

Join the November Adventures in Reading Challenge by reading one of our recommended titles or any poetry or verse novel that interests you. Don’t forget to fill out an entry form at your North Little Rock Public Library branch or online [here] to be entered in this month’s prize drawing for a gift certificate to Blue Coast Burrito—a delicious reward for taking on a reading challenge this fall! 🌯🍂 

Let’s make November a celebration of poetic expression and stories that speak to our souls. Happy reading, and may these beautiful verses stay with you long after the final page!