Books

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…

Starting a business is exciting – but it comes with plenty of challenges, and it can be hard to know where to begin. That’s why we’re delighted to launch a brand-new collection of business books, curated in partnership with the Digital…

Enter a realm of swords and soulmates - where the magic of fantasy meets the passion of romance.These stories take readers to imaginary worlds where love and adventure are equally high stakes - and they've been topping charts around the globe.Not…

It’s sold over 5 million copies, and topped the bestseller list since its release late last year - and it's the hottest book in the Library right now.The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins offers a ‘life-changing tool’ based on those two simple…

Ready for your next kitchen adventure?Whether you’re a whizz with a whisk or just starting out, there’s something for everyone on the shelves in the Clifton Room. Explore over 200 top-quality cookbooks - from world cuisines and air fryer tips…

Confetti, cake, the first dance. It’s no surprise weddings are a common feature in romance novels. But throw in some family drama, secret affairs, and even murder, and you’ve got a whole new reading list to enjoy!We've picked out 12 books to…

There's no better feeling - you discover a book you love, then realise it's just the first instalment in an epic series. And you've got so much great reading ahead of you.You might find that a lot of these bingeable book series are crime-related -…

Ecos de MéxicoWith its rich history, unique cultural identity, and breathtaking landscapes, Mexico has inspired some unforgettable stories.This collection of books set in Mexico includes a sweeping family saga, a gothic horror, a page-turning…

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…