Libby Reads

Global Digital Book Club

Enjoy "The Village Beyond the Mist" as an eBook or eAudiobook November 18-December 2 with no wait.

Borrow The Village Beyond the Mist by Sachiko Kashiwaba from November 18-December 2 with no waitlist or holds through Libby, available in both eBook and eAudiobook formats.

Kashiwaba's classic novel invites readers into a mysterious mountain village where folklore, magic, and community intertwine. It’s a story of resilience, wonder, and the bonds that bring people together, perfect for sparking meaningful conversations across communities. The Village Beyond the Mist was published in English for the first time in 2025, 50 years after it was originally published in Japan. This whimsical novel also served as the inspiration for the award-winning film “Spirited Away.”  

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About Libby Reads

Libby Reads, formerly Big Library Read, is a Digital Book Club for participating libraries. During this two-week program, there will be no waitlists and no holds for the selected title.