Libraries NI

Highlights

Highlight tile 1 - Book Week NI events; a graphic showing an image of a book tree where the branches have books on them

Book Week NI is almost here! Check out these free, fun events taking place during Book Week NI, 21 - 27 October. Booking is essential or advisable in some cases; find out more
Highlight tile 2 - Get Online Week, a campaign by Good Things

Join Libraries NI for Get Online Week 2024 from Monday 14 to Sunday 20 October and discover your digital potential! With a range of free workshops and eClinics. More info
Highlight tile 3 - Rhythm and Rhyme Challenge

Rhythm and Rhyme sessions for free! These are suitable for children aged up to 4 and are a great way for young children to have fun and build language and literacy. Find a session near you
Highlight tile 4 - Books by Brian Bilston

Check out these fascinating titles from renowned poet and author Brian Bilston! Available to borrow from Libraries NI. View the list of books in stock now

Features

Feature tile 1 - Dr Sinead Eccles from The Open University

On Friday 25 October, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Derry Central Library will host a unique event focusing on Changing Attitudes to Ageing for the people of Derry City and Strabane. Find out more
Feature tile 3 - Digital eNewspapers available to borrow from Libraries NI

Popular newspapers available to borrow in digital format on Libby. Tell your friends and family and check out this amazing free service for yourself!
Feature tile 3 - Cup of coffee and a book

You know what goes well with a good coffee, a great read. Search our Catalogue now and reserve your next read!
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Go On sessions during October to help you with your IT needs. These free sessions include how to use an iPad and 1-2-1 clinics. Find out more
Feature tile 5 - Online Book Club - join our online book club. Thursday 26 September via Zoom at 1:00pm

Join our online Book Club - the group meets once per month to discuss a title. October's book is Long Island, Colm Tóibín’s sequel to his acclaimed novel Brooklyn. Meeting 24 Oct from 1:00pm-2:00pm
Feature tile 6 - House Beautiful UK digital magazine

eMag of the Week is House Beautiful UK Magazine. Download the latest issue and back issues for free on Libby

Book Recommendations

Staff Picks, favourites and reviews!


Book Cover Of House Of Odysseus By Claire North

House of Odysseus by Claire North

House of Odysseus is the second book in Claire North’s Songs of Penelope trilogy. This novel picks up where Ithaca left off, exploring the aftermath of the Trojan War and the intricate web of power, betrayal, and resilience.

North’s storytelling is exceptional, offering a fresh and feminist perspective on ancient myths. The narrative is primarily seen through the eyes of the goddess Aphrodite, whose viewpoint adds a unique and engaging dimension to the story. Her portrayal of love and desire…

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Book cover of It Ends With Us By Colleen Hoover

It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover

It Ends with Us is a deeply emotional and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of love, abuse, and resilience. The story follows Lily Bloom, a young woman who has worked hard to build a life for herself after growing up in an abusive household. She meets Ryle Kincaid, a charming and successful neurosurgeon, and their relationship quickly becomes intense and passionate. However, as their relationship progresses, Lily begins to see troubling signs in Ryle’s behaviour that remind her…

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