Our most-borrowed fiction of 2024!

Explore these most-checked-out adult fiction books published in 2024, featuring a wide variety of bestselling novels and local favorites. Discover what everyone’s reading and find your next must-read novel today!

Parallel Worknights

Monthly on the third Thursday @ MCPL Wausau: Join us 5:30–7:30 p.m. to work on art, crafts, writing, or other projects in a relaxed environment. We will play music softly, and you are encouraged to ask those around you for feedback on what you are working on.

Join our adult reading program!

January–March, 2025 @ MCPL Wausau: Adults are encouraged to read at least three books, and earn raffle entries for a chance to win some neat prizes! Sign up at the reference desk in Wausau.

How do I renew my library account, and why did it expire?

Library accounts expire every two years so we can update your contact info. Renew in person at your local MCPL with a photo ID and proof of address. Renewals are not possible by phone or email.

How many items can I check out, and for how long? What are the late fines?

Learn more about the checkout limits and loan periods for various items at MCPL, including books, movies, music, e-books and more! Also find information on late fines for these items.

How can I renew my items?

Renew library items easily online, in person, or via chat, text or phone! Use your 14-digit card number and PIN. Renewals extend due dates by 7–21 days unless the item has been requested by others.

What is my PIN or password?

Need help with your library PIN? It’s usually the last four digits of your phone number. Trouble logging in? Reset it online, or contact us to update your account.

National History Day: Research Resources

The 2024–2025 theme for National History Day is "Rights & Responsibilities in History."  Every year, students in surrounding school districts visit MCPL locations for help researching their chosen topics. Library staff are always ready to help you with your...

New online resources!

The following resources—including auto repair manuals, free online classes, and historical Wisconsin newspapers—are available for free to patrons at any MCPL location or from home using the links provided at www.mcpl.us/research!

116 Years of History

Did you know that Marathon County Public Library in Wausau had its own koi pond? Or that Wausau had a School of Nursing? These are just two interesting historical facts that have been uncovered during our digitization project. Through the support of WiLS Ideas to...

Wausau: Winter Trail Tales

Nine Mile County Forest 221700 Red Bud Road, Wausau, WI, United States

Kids and their families are invited to visit Nine Mile County Forest to read a story on the cross-country ski trail!

Event Series Winter Reading Program

Wausau: Winter Reading Program

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Adults are invited to join our Winter Reading Program, running January through March! Participants will pledge to read at least three books in three months.

Event Series Play & Learn

Wausau: Play & Learn

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Join us for a story, music, crafts and much more led by Children's Wisconsin!

Event Series Family Story Time

Stratford: Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch 213201 Scholar Street, Stratford, WI, United States

Children age 6 and younger, and their parents and caregivers, are invited to join us for family story times at MCPL locations across the county!

Event Series Mini Makers

Rothschild: Mini Makers

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Kids are invited to get creative and explore child-led process art with a variety of projects!

Event Series Family Story Time

Marathon City: Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch 515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

Children age 6 and younger, and their parents and caregivers, are invited to join us for family story times at MCPL locations across the county!

Tax Forms

A limited selection of free federal and state tax forms and publications are offered at all MCPL locations. Typically, they do not arrive until the end of January (at the earliest) and are kept through April. Other tax forms may be printed for 10¢ per page.

Electronic Devices

A variety of devices are available for checkout at MCPL locations, including e-readers, laptops, tablets and more. For information about our computer lab, visit our Computers webpage; for other...

Points of View Reference Source

Resources presenting multiple sides of an issue to help assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills.  Full-text...

Staff Reviews

Check out these book reviews written by the staff of the Marathon County Public Library! These reviews are presented for your consideration; endorsement of these materials’ contents or their creators is not implied.

Marathon County Public Library's books

The Idea of You
it was amazing
Solene and Hayes’ romance was like a drug that I simply couldn’t get enough of. Whenever I was not listening to the audiobook, which is brilliantly narrated by Robinne Lee herself, I found myself itching to be alone so that I could liste...
tagged: adult and mcpl-review
Rough Sleepers
it was amazing
Rough Sleepers has all the traits I love in nonfiction: it teaches, questions, and inspires. This book would be a worthwhile read for anyone interested in homelessness, the American medical system, or social justice, but also for those w...
tagged: mcpl-review and adult
We Deserve Monuments
it was amazing
An exploration of intergenerational trauma and healing, this novel packs a punch. High school senior Avery’s meticulously thought out future is upended when word comes that her grandmother, Mama Letty, is dying from cancer, and her mothe...
tagged: mcpl-review and teen

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