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You read. We counted.The results are in, and we can now reveal the Top 10 most popular books at the Library in 2025....It's a fantastic list, including a smash hit time travel mystery, a book set in 1930s Sark, and a prestigious Booker Prize…

Time travel is one of fiction's most irresistible ideas - the ultimate 'what if?' that lets authors explore the past, rewrite the present, and glimpse the future.Whether it's a grand sci-fi adventure or an intimate story about love, loss, and second…

20 Years of Western Community Library Join us to celebrate the 20th anniversary of a much-loved community institution. Western Community Library turns 20 this month, proudly marking two decades of providing books, information, and a warm welcome to…

Watching a horror film this spooky season? You're not alone. Millions of us turn up the terror in October, craving jump scares, hauntings, and ghouls galore.But did you know that some of your favourite horror films were inspired by books? On this…

Roll up, roll up! Read this way! This month, your library card gets you a front-row seat in the big top.On this list we've rounded up 11 great novels that explore the dazzling and dangerous world of circuses, carnivals, and magic.From a runaway who…

Age brings experience, wisdom, and stories worth celebrating. To mark the International Day of the Older Person on 1 October, we're sharing 12 books that shine a positive light on ageing - books that challenge stereotypes and spark conversations…

The whirr of the coffee machine. The hum of conversation. A wisp of steam rising gently from the cup in your hand. Is there anything cosier than a café in the autumn?Sprinkle in some charming characters, a dash of intrigue, and a generous spoonful…

How do devices affect young people’s wellbeing? What’s the right age for a child to get their first smartphone? How much screen time is too much - and how can parents set healthy boundaries?These are important questions that are provoking…