Discovering a new literary adventure has never been easier for Wisdom Lane Middle School students who frequently browse selections in the library's "StarBooks Cafe."

Wisdom Lane librarian Caitlin Stabile and senior library clerk Robyn Walsh have been inviting classes to the library to experience the StarBooks Cafe, a perfect opportunity to explore many options available to read. Library staff assemble an array of recommended reads across several genres, such as fantasy, science fiction or sports, displayed on the SmartBoard and tables throughout the room. Students fill out a pamphlet describing their interests to get a taste of a book they might love. With the assistance of library staff, students can find the perfect adventure for them. While they read in the library, the mood is set with relaxing background music. The StarBooks Cafe encourages a love of reading among Wisdom Lane middle schoolers, some of whom are choosing their first independent reading novels.

Each table in the library featured a different genre for students to explore.Mark Xue, Pamela Douglin and Minki Hong were absorbed in books that aligned with their tastes.Wisdom Lane Middle School student Rebecca Tyart found her next read in the library's StarBooks Cafe.George Roesemann looked through recommendations in the historical fiction genre.Sheika Musfera enjoyed her new read accompanied by relaxing background music.