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Sherlock Holmes, created by author and physician Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, first appeared in 1887.  The fictional detective quickly became famous for his uncanny ability to draw conclusions from the smallest details.  Holmes and his friend Dr. Watson are just as popular today as when they debuted.  There are two television shows -- Sherlock (BBC) and Elementary (CBS) -- and a series of blockbuster movies starring Robert Downey, Jr.  There is also an exciting book series by Andrew Lane, and the newest release, Black Ice, comes out on Tuesday, January 22, 2013.  Once you're read all three Young Sherlock Holmes titles, you'll want to start another series inspired by the great detective.  This list will help you do just that.

Miss April has embarked on a new journey as head of the children's department at Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest.  We miss her but wish her the very best.  Miss Laura has taken over PJ Storytime on Thursday nights.  And our new storyteller, Miss Nay Nay, is leading Tiny Tot Tales on Wednesday mornings.  Miss Nay Nay is a mom to two boys, a lover of gymnastics, and a storyteller with eight years experience.  If you haven't met her yet, check out