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Some people may think working at a library means you get to read all day in a quiet and serene environment, surrounded by books and history. While some of that is true (we are surrounded by books), there’s a wide range of activities going on…

We've kept track of what's down with the kids...Animal main characters were a big hit this year. Sharks, bunnies, dogs and Zogs, this list is a menagerie of creatures real and imaginary.Join us as we share the top 10 most borrowed Children's books…

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…