Books

Graphic novels are sometimes dismissed as being just for younger readers, but that's not the case.Graphic novels are a format, not a genre, and can be non-fiction as well as fiction. So much more than just superheroes and Snoopy, graphic novels win…

The Guernsey Literary Festival returned with a bang this year, with a huge total of 65 events celebrating the joy of books. Big-name speakers included David Dimbleby and Dan Walker, and we were delighted to host 10 fantastic events at the Library…

To celebrate the Guernsey Spring Walking Festival 2023 which kicks off this month, we've gathered a selection of fantastic books all about walking. Whether you want to read in the footsteps of another, or you're looking for inspiration for your next…

With its stunning coastline, unique culture, and fascinating history, Guernsey has inspired many a great novel. As a small island, it lends itself well as the backdrop to a murder mystery, though writers are equally drawn to the human experiences…

Library Assistant Hannah is passionate about books and reading. In the fourth of our blog series, Hannah chats to writer Ian W Sainsbury. Sainsbury is a musician, composer, writer, comedian and puppet wrangler, and here he chats to Hannah about…

From history and self-help to business and languages, there’s lots to discover and learn with Audiobooks. Audiobooks are a whole new world of reading – and with our Library apps you can download them for free with your Library card. Plus, with…

World Autism Acceptance Week runs from 27 March to 2 April. The week aims to raise awareness of how autism affects people in different ways, promote acceptance, and help make a society that works for all.Find out more about autism on the National…

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The Library catalogue is bursting with works from incredible female writers, from all walks of life, and it would be…

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…

LGBTQ+ History Month is celebrated every February and it's for everyone! The motto of LGBTQ+ History month is Claiming our past – Celebrating our present – Creating our future. You can find out more here. To celebrate, we're sharing our…