Books

A lot can happen in 24 hours.You can orbit the Earth in a spacecraft sixteen times. Solve a murder by deciphering a labyrinthine code. Or simply reflect on life while walking the length of Manhattan.On this list we’ve gathered 12 brilliant stories…

This year's Guernsey Literary Festival was bigger and better than ever. More than 70 events were crammed into 10 days in April and May, including big-name speakers like Tom Kerridge, Jon Sopel, and Shami Chakrabarti.Ticket sales broke new records…

If you like your murder mysteries on the less gruesome side, you’re not alone. Richard Osman’s Thursday Murder Club series, about a group of talented, crime-solving residents in a sleepy retirement village, has proved hugely popular, with a film…

Dosh. Moolah. Brass.Whatever you call it, they say it makes the world go round.If you're after some expert advice on money matters, at the Library we've got up-to-date books covering credit scores, saving, managing bills, budgeting, investing, and…

Library Assistant Hannah is passionate about books and reading. In the latest in her series of author interviews, Hannah chats to British novelist John Marrs.Before becoming a full time author in 2016, John Marrs was a freelance journalist…

Read ‘em and weep?Some books make you laugh, some books make you think - and then there are the books that leave you an emotional wreck (in the best way!) You have to be in the right mood, of course, but if you're ready for something to tug at…

This year’s Guernsey Literary Festival is set to be bigger and better than ever, with 52 events and a fantastic range of speakers. Some of the big names include TV chef Tom Kerridge, Paralympian Jonnie Peacock, journalist Jon Sopel, and human…

With spring just around the corner, we’re sharing a few of our favourite books for a bit of gardening inspiration. Whether you have a small space for containers, want to grow cut flowers, or have your own veg patch, there’s a book to help you on…

Library Assistant Hannah is passionate about books and reading. In the latest in her series of author interviews, Hannah chats to author and screenwriter Alex Michaelides.Born and raised in Cyprus, Alex Michaelides obtained an MA in English from…

Sometimes truth is even more incredible than fiction.True stories can stop us in our tracks. They open our eyes to the real experiences of others, and can often seem too astonishing to believe.The Library shelves are filled with inspirational tales…