Book review: When Things Are Alive They Hum Published on 11 May 2026 Library staff member reviews 'When Things Are Alive They Hum', a deeply moving novel about sisterhood, love and sacrifice, exploring loss, resilience and the extraordinary bonds that define us.
Book review: Broken Country Published on 05 May 2026 Staff review of 'Broken Country', a haunting, emotionally rich novel of first love, regret and second chances, set in rural England with a slow-burning mystery.
Reading recommendations from a galaxy far, far away Published on 29 April 2026 Celebrate Star Wars Day with book recommendations inspired by iconic characters, from heroic coming-of-age tales to wise words.
Book review: Three Reasons for Revenge by Dervla McTiernan Published on 27 April 2026 Library staff member reviews 'Three Reasons for Revenge', a twisty Australian-set thriller where mysterious packages upend lives and a driven detective uncovers secrets, trauma and revenge.
Book review: White Bird by R.J. Palacio Published on 24 April 2026 Library staff member reviews the moving sequel to 'Wonder'. 'White Bird' explores courage and kindness through a WWII story that reshapes a former bully.
Book Review: The Nocturnals by Frances Whiting Published on 21 April 2026 Staff review of a gripping story of friendship, betrayal and reunion as five former schoolmates confront their past and discover the enduring power of true connection.
Book Review: Wild Ground by Emily Usher Published on 16 April 2026 Staff review of a moving coming-of-age story about friendship, identity and finding hope as two teens navigate class, race, addiction and the struggle to belong.
Picture books for grief and healing Published on 13 April 2026 Picture books help children understand grief using gentle stories that open safe conversations about loss and healing.
Book review: Revenge wears Prada Published on 09 April 2026 Staff review of 'Revenge wears Prada'. Andy Sachs is pulled back into the fashion world she thought she'd escaped as her past collides with her perfect new life.
Cryptic book clues Published on 06 April 2026 Playful cryptic clues challenge readers to guess classic books from quirky, modern twists.