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Have you discovered that one of your ancestors, or a house you are researching, features in a bundle of parchment title deeds? Are you feeling defeated by line after line of repetitive text reading ‘whereas’ this, ‘whereas’ that, ‘of the one part’, ‘of the other part’? Help is at hand!
Each month a collection of titles, in both formats, become available to download. There's an almost unlimited number of copies of these titles, meaning there's no wait, no fuss or reserving; just download and enjoy right away.
With many of us are struggling with mental wellbeing during these tough times, we’re eager to make sure your local library is a valuable source of support, information and guidance. There is a growing amount of evidence about the value of reading to support health and wellbeing. In addition we believe people feel libraries are… Continue reading Reading Well; using the power of reading to support mental health
Each month a collection of titles, in both formats, become available to download. There's an almost unlimited number of copies of these titles, meaning there's no wait, no fuss or reserving; just download and enjoy right away.
Each month a collection of titles, in both formats, become available to download. There's an almost unlimited number of copies of these titles, meaning there's no wait, no fuss or reserving; just download and enjoy right away.
Each month a collection of titles, in both formats, become available to download. There's an almost unlimited number of copies of these titles, meaning there's no wait, no fuss or reserving; just download and enjoy right away.
On Holocaust Memorial Day, we remember the millions of people murdered under Nazi Persecution, and in the genocides which followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur. This year's theme is 'Be the light in the darkness''; a call to action and affirmation to all those marking the day.
This theme of this year's challenge is 'Reading Together' and we encourage your to get cosy inside and read, listen and enjoy some stories together. The challenge is for all ages, and with the prospect of a certificate for anyone who reads four books before 28 February, it's a great opportunity to encourage the whole… Continue reading Welcome to the Winter Reading Challenge 2021
Each month a collection of titles, in both formats, become available to download. There's an almost unlimited number of copies of these titles, meaning there's no wait, no fuss or reserving; just download and enjoy right away.
The book our online reading group will be reading (or listening to) and discussing in December has been decided on through a vote in the group. The results are in and the December book is...
