My name is Rosie Roche. I have lived in Evanston for 8 years and have worked for the city and NU as an educator and teaching artist. I have 2 young boys who love the library and ask to visit at least once a week. I have never seen such an impressive public library and consider it a gem in Evanston’s crown in terms of inviting space, helpfulness of staff and breadth of collection.
1) The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher by Hilary Mantel (2014)
Her mastery is to write short stories that are intriguing and compelling to read and – in a way that is hard to pinpoint – leave the reader unsettled and disturbed. I see images from the stories at the most unexpected times, many months after reading them. She is so cutting in her condemnation that I wince and laugh to read them.
My name is Jeremy Elsberg, and I’ve lived and worked in Evanston for the past couple years. I work as a remodeler and handyman mostly in Evanston as About Space Remodeling & Construction. I have no more hobbies; I have 2 kids under 4.
My name is Paul McComas, and I came to Evanston in 1983 after growing up in Milwaukee; these remain my two favorite cities. I’m the author of five books: two short-story collections, 
My name is Kevin Coughlin. I moved to Evanston from St. Louis in 1974 to attend Northwestern and lived at the dormitory next to the Evanston library for 4 years. I got as far away as about 3 miles – across from the 400 Theater in Rogers Park – with each subsequent move bringing me back closer to where I started (about 4 blocks from EPL the past 17 years). I have worked in marketing research for 34 years with a nice side benefit being a train commute for many of those years – a great place to read. My other main hobby is listening to books while I walk my dog, walk to the train, etc.
My name is Amie Elliott. I have only lived in Evanston for 4 years but have been visiting from neighboring towns for many more. I teach high school photography and drawing and love almost every minute of it! Anyone who loves EVERY minute of teaching is either a first-year teacher or a liar. Gardening, cooking and sewing take up most of my free time.
My name is Mary Cox, and I have lived in Evanston for almost 8 years. I am a personal trainer and most of my hobbies involve moving my body in some way. I love to play tennis, hike, and embrace all that summer has to offer here with my children and husband. When I do relax, it is with a book where I can truly escape and unwind.
My name is Lisa Harries. I have lived in Evanston all my life. I moved into the city for a bit during my 20s, but returned when my daughter became school-aged. I have been a teacher for 19 wonderful years and currently teach 2nd graders at Dewey Elementary School. I love to sleep, shop, read, eat, talk with friends, do jigsaw puzzles, run, and bowl. I try to find something to smile about everyday, usually my teenage daughter and my students help me accomplish that goal. I hope that you find some wonderful books to enjoy during this next year. Happy reading!
My name is John Bayldon, and I have lived in Evanston for 10 years. I am part of a start-up company developing a 3D printer for carbon fiber reinforced materials. I sail and hang out with my kids (at the library….. not the sailing bit….)
My name is Claire Kissinger, and I’ve lived in Evanston for the past three years. I am a senior at Northwestern majoring in Art History and minoring in Gender & Sexuality Studies, and I work at the 
My name is Christine Sneed. I am the author of the novel