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Phone: 610-356-1510
2599 Sproul Road
Broomall, PA 19008

Adult Library Services

Welcome to Marple Library’s Adult Services Department!  We offer many programs and resources for adults. 

Quick Links

• Request items by logging into your library account »
• Learn more about Contactless Curbside Pickup »
• Wondering What to Read Next? »
• New Titles On Our Kindles »
• e-Resources for Adults »
Flyer with information about upcoming T'ai Chi Chih classes for adults.

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Flyer for Marple Library's Book Clubs. Details about Saturday and Tuesday clubs, registration info, and contact.

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Flyer for the upcoming screening of the film "84 Charing Cross Road."

Register for First Friday Movie: 84 Charing Cross Road

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Wondering What to Read?

Let us help you find your next favorite book. 

NEW FICTION

 

Book cover for "The Black Wolf" by Louise Penny. Two menacing black wolves with piercing eyes flank the title. Red flames and smoke create an intense, mysterious atmosphere.
Cover of "Twice" by Mitch Albom features a blue gradient background with a silhouetted couple. Title and author text in bold orange and blue. A seal marks it as a book club pick. Tone is hopeful and intriguing, with the tagline about reliving life.
Book cover of "Spasm" by Robin Cook features bold orange title and author's name on black. Blue glitchy "Spasm" and red biohazard sign create a tense, scientific tone.
Cover of "The Widow" by John Grisham features grand marble columns under warm lighting, with an ornate iron gate at the end of the hall, creating a mysterious, elegant tone.
Cover of the book "Theo of Golden" by Allen Levi, labeled a New York Times bestseller. Features a detailed feather illustration, set against a cream background. Tone: elegant and minimalistic.
Cover of "The Ten Year Affair" by Erin Somers features intertwined hands on a table. A red shirt and blue cuffs are visible. Tone is dramatic and emotional.
Blue book cover of "The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny" by Kiran Desai, featuring intricate circular patterns, pastel text, and award mentions.
Bright pink book cover of "The Invisible Woman" by James Patterson and Susan DiLallo, with an eye peering through ripped paper in the middle.
Cover of "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans. Two robins perch on a fence. Text includes a quote from Ann Patchett and "New York Times Bestseller."
Bold red and black book cover for "Nash Falls" by David Baldacci. Title is shattered, wrapped in caution tape, conveying a suspenseful tone.
Cover of "Mona's Eyes" by Thomas Schlesser, featuring a close-up of an enigmatic face resembling classic art. Text includes "NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER".
Cover of "Heated Rivalry" by Rachel Reid, showing two hockey players from rival teams facing off on ice, intense and focused. The background is a gradient of blue.
Book cover of "Heart the Lover" by Lily King featuring stylized pink eyes with daisy petals as lashes and pink lips on an orange background.
Book cover for "Hamnet" by Maggie O'Farrell featuring a a man and a woman standing close in a lush forest, facing each other with intense expressions.
The cover of "Good Spirits" by B.K. Borison features an illustrated couple in festive clothing embracing against a blue background with snowflakes and holiday decorations.
Book cover for "Flesh" by David Szalay features an apple core forming two human profiles against a dark background. Includes accolades and praise.
Cover of "The First Time I Saw Him" by Laura Dave, featuring a vibrant red and orange sky above a calm marina. Includes Apple TV and Reese's Book Club logos.
Cover of "Culpability" by Bruce Holsinger, marked as Oprah's Book Club 2025 pick. Features a lake view with vibrant colors, a dock, and a picnic setup under a tree.
Cover of “Best Offer Wins" by Marisa Kashino. Features the silhouette of a house on a red background. An endorsement from Alex Michaelides appears above. A GMA Book Club Pick badge is on the upper right, conveying a suspenseful tone.

NEW NONFICTION

 

Book cover titled "The Age of Extraction: How Tech Platforms Conquered the Economy and Threaten our Future Prosperity" by Tim Wu. Features a colorful tech icon atop a stack of silver coins.
Book cover of "Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking" by Pyet DeSpain. Features the author in a red dress and smiling while holding a plate of Mexican food.
Book cover for "The Breath of the Gods" by Simon Winchester with a swirling, mystical design against a blue background. The mood evokes mystery and exploration.
Cover of "The Tree of Life: Solving Science's Greatest Puzzle" by Max Telford. Features a collage of colorful nature sketches around a central white space with the title.
Book cover for "Three Roads to Gettysburg: Meade, Lee, Lincoln, and the Battle that Changed the War, the Speech that Changed the Nation" by Tim McGrath. Features portraits of the three historical figures above the title, with a Civil War battle scene illustration below.
Cover of "The American Revolution: An Intimate History" by Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns. Shows a dramatic painting of determined soldiers marching, carrying flags and bayonets, conveying unity and resolve.
Book cover of "Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Matters" by Edward J. Larson, winner of the Pulitzer Prize. Features historical painting of figures in colonial attire, conveying determination.
Black and white book cover of "Hidden Portraits" by Sue Roe. A woman with flowers in her hair sits in the foreground, while a man reclines on a sofa behind her. The text reads "Six Women Who Shaped Picasso's Life."
Cover of "Ain't Nobody's Fool" by Dolly Parton features a black and white photo of the author wearing a sparkly black dress and conveying confidence.
Book Cover for "100 Rules for Living to 100: An Optimist's Guide to a Happy Life" by Dick Van Dyke. Features the author in a suit joyfully posing with a cane and exuding energy and happiness.

Pre-loaded Kindles

Request one today!

You may place a hold on one of our Kindles through your library account and pick it up at any Delaware County Library location. Kindles check out for a period of three weeks and may be renewed.

Need larger print? Kindle devices allow you to adjust the font size and type to fit your needs.  Watch our tutorial and learn how to do this and more.

We have three different sets of Kindles, each preloaded with a variety of fiction and nonfiction titles. To view the full list of titles available on each set, click the links below. If you have any questions, please contact the Reference Desk at 484-427-8115.

Kindle Listings

• Set One »

• Set Two »

• Set Three »

NEW ON OUR KINDLES

Cover of "The First Time I Saw Him" by Laura Dave, featuring a vibrant red and orange sky above a calm marina. Includes Apple TV and Reese's Book Club logos.
Bright pink book cover of "The Invisible Woman" by James Patterson and Susan DiLallo, with an eye peering through ripped paper in the middle.
Book cover for "Flesh" by David Szalay features an apple core forming two human profiles against a dark background. Includes accolades and praise.
Blue book cover of "The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny" by Kiran Desai, featuring intricate circular patterns, pastel text, and award mentions.
Cover of "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans. Two robins perch on a fence. Text includes a quote from Ann Patchett and "New York Times Bestseller."
Cover of "The Widow" by John Grisham features grand marble columns under warm lighting, with an ornate iron gate at the end of the hall, creating a mysterious, elegant tone.
Cover of the book "Theo of Golden" by Allen Levi, labeled a New York Times bestseller. Features a detailed feather illustration, set against a cream background. Tone: elegant and minimalistic.
Cover of "The Ten Year Affair" by Erin Somers features intertwined hands on a table. A red shirt and blue cuffs are visible. Tone is dramatic and emotional.
Bold red and black book cover for "Nash Falls" by David Baldacci. Title is shattered, wrapped in caution tape, conveying a suspenseful tone.
Cover of "Mona's Eyes" by Thomas Schlesser, featuring a close-up of an enigmatic face resembling classic art. Text includes "NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER".
Cover of "Heated Rivalry" by Rachel Reid, showing two hockey players from rival teams facing off on ice, intense and focused. The background is a gradient of blue.
Book cover of "Heart the Lover" by Lily King featuring stylized pink eyes with daisy petals as lashes and pink lips on an orange background.
Cover of “Best Offer Wins" by Marisa Kashino. Features the silhouette of a house on a red background. An endorsement from Alex Michaelides appears above. A GMA Book Club Pick badge is on the upper right, conveying a suspenseful tone.
Cover of "Culpability" by Bruce Holsinger, marked as Oprah's Book Club 2025 pick. Features a lake view with vibrant colors, a dock, and a picnic setup under a tree.
The cover of "Good Spirits" by B.K. Borison features an illustrated couple in festive clothing embracing against a blue background with snowflakes and holiday decorations.
Book cover for "Hamnet" by Maggie O'Farrell featuring a a man and a woman standing close in a lush forest, facing each other with intense expressions.

Convenient Services

Check out some of the services offered right here in your neighborhood.

Curbside Pickup

We are happy to offer the ease and convenience of our Curbside Pickup Service to all our patrons.

Simply place an item on hold, schedule your curbside appointment, and then pick up your items. A staff member will meet you at the entrance door with your materials. It’s that easy. For directions and how to access what is available, click the button below.

PLEASE NOTE: Per county policy, fines over $20 must be paid in order to check out items.  Log into your library account to pay a fine. 

Curbside Pickup

On-the-Go Book Club Bags

Our On-the-Go Book Club Bags can be checked out for up to 8 weeks. Late fees are $3 per day.

Each bag contains:

• Multiple copies of the book
• Large-print edition (when available)
• Audiobook (when available)
• A folder with discussion questions

See a Librarian at the Reference Desk for more information or to reserve a bag.

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At-Home Delivery Service

We offer free home delivery of library materials to township residents who are unable to visit the library due to short- or long-term illness, non-driver status (seniors), and/or physical challenges.

Once a month, a volunteer will deliver library items to your home. The following month, those materials will be picked up and a new selection will be dropped off. Specific books may be requested by title, and staff are happy to assist with selecting materials by category or interest.

To enroll in the At-Home Delivery Service, complete the At-Home Delivery Service survey. Your responses help us select materials that best match your preferences. This service is free. Overdue fines are not charged on homebound materials but patrons are responsible for damaged or lost items.

For more information about the At-Home Delivery Service, please contact Bridgette at 484-427-8125 or email mareference@delcolibraries.org

At-Home Delivery Service Survey

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