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From gothic romance and dark folklore to creepy covens and supernatural fantasy – witchcraft is as popular as ever in contemporary fiction.We’ve picked 9 weird and wonderful books exploring magic and witchcraft to see you through spooky season…

Library Assistant Hannah is passionate about books and reading. In the latest blog in the series, Hannah chats to writer Catherine Walsh. Walsh was born and raised in Ireland and is the author of feel-good romantic comedies. With 4 novels already…

Libraries Week takes place every October, showcasing all the creative, innovative, and diverse activities that UK libraries have to offer.It’s about discovering the range of things you can do at your library, from play and learning for children…

To celebrate Channel Islands Pride 2023 this weekend we've picked 5 of our favourite reads. You can find these in the Library - click the links to reserve a copy.Not sure how to access ebooks and audiobooks for free with your Library card? Click…

Cartophile (noun, kɑːtəˌfaɪl) Someone who loves maps.A map inside the pages of a book can sometimes mean a whole new world awaits. Maps can help us figure out the locations of a plot or help readers get a feel for a country they might not be…

Library Assistant Hannah is passionate about books and reading. In the fifth of our blog series, Hannah chats to writer SJ Watson. Watson is an English writer whose debut novel Before I Go To Sleep became an international success and has now sold…

Books have the power to transport us to different places, with travel books providing the perfect way to get away without ever having to pack your bags! We've gathered some of our favourite travel books about inspiring and strong-spirited…

Young people have the creativity, the potential and the capacity to make change happen – for themselves, for their communities, and for the rest of the world.International Youth Day is run by UNESCO and is a yearly awareness raising event to…