The Book Loft of German Village

05/05/2026

If you love books 📚 (and presumably you do, if you're following our page 😂), don't miss the 2026 Thurber Prize award show this Thursday, May 7 in Columbus, presented by our friends at Thurber House! 😮🏆

Which book will win? The victorious author will be crowned LIVE on stage! 😁 Tickets are still available—while they last.

🎟 Get tickets ➡️ thurberhouse.org/thurber-prize-award-show

04/23/2026

Also raffles, fun prizes, and more! Be there, or be sorry you weren’t 😉

04/18/2026

Meet the authors and see the winner crowned LIVE onstage! 😮🤩

Don't miss Thurber House's hilarious 2026 Thurber Prize for American Humor award show on May 7, hosted by fan favorite John Kenney. 🏆 At the end of the night, the writing winner will be announced LIVE at the show! 🥳🌟

Get tickets ➡️ thurberhouse.org/thurber-prize-award-show

04/13/2026

We're saddened by the news about our beloved neighbor & Columbus fave, Thurman's Cafe but are happy no one was hurt. You have our love & support. Please, everyone, let's keep our eyes on their page for ways to help, even if it's providing them an abundance of business once they reopen ❤️

03/18/2026

03/18/2026

"The Astral Library" by Kate Quinn Reviewed by Miriam Kahn, Librarian, Columbus, OH

For fans of libraries, books, and adventure.

Kate Quinn's newest adventure with a twist "The Astral Library" https://bookloft.com/book/9780063244788 will delight, charm, and even make you envious.

When life deals you lemons, what can you do but bury yourself in a book or two.

That's what happens to Alexandria (Alix) Watson when life disintegrates, when she's kicked out of her apartment where she sleeps on a couch, when she loses her job, and her bank account with almost no funds has been 'stolen.'

Alix ends up at the Boston Public Library and after going through a door, embarks on an amazing, enchanting, thrilling, and oh so crazy adventure inside the books! Be prepared for anything to happen to Alix and her new found friends with in the Astral Library.

"How," you ask, "does Alix end up inside books?" You'll have to dive into this surprising and engaging tale crafted by talented author Kate Quinn. Be prepared to suspend your disbelief.

Kate Quinn is the author of numerous books including "The Alice Network" https://bookloft.com/book/9780062654199 , "The Rose Code" https://bookloft.com/book/9780062943477 and her previous best seller "The Briar Club" https://bookloft.com/book/9780063244757

Once you read "The Astral Library", you'll want to read or reread all of Quinn's books.

03/17/2026

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03/16/2026

"Cat Nap" by Brian Lies Reviewed by Miriam Kahn, Librarian, Columbus OH

For art and cat lovers everywhere, no matter your age.

"Cat Nap" by Brian Lies https://bookloft.com/book/9780062671288 is a charming picture book is perfect for children of all ages.

Author / illustrator Brian Lies brings readers along on his kitty's adventures as she chases a little mouse through artwork at the museum.

Each page contains a re-created work of art featuring kitty and mouse racing through, and the characters in each painting or sculpture reacting to events.

Look closely at the pictures, Lies painted, sculpted, and drew each to emulate the originals that hang on museum walls.

You'll spend hours enjoying the art work and following kitty's antics.

12/02/2025

It's Giving Tuesday!
Please consider a donation to Ohioana Library Association
The importance of this organization cannot be overstated when it comes to enriching the creative & literary lives of both adults & children of our wonderful city. Hosting writers' workshops, book awards & festivals celebrating local authors, they are a bright & important gem of Columbus & Ohio as a whole.

Donate Thank you for supporting the Ohioana Library! Your support enables Ohioana to continue collecting, preserving, and promoting the written works of Ohio's talented writers, authors, and illustrators. We could not do it without the commitment of friends like you. See Membership/Donor levels and....