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Adult Author of the Month – Bernardine Evaristo

A small but mighty list this month from critically acclaimed British author Bernardine Evaristo, best known for the Booker winning ‘Girl, Woman, Other’, which explores the lives of Black British women in modern day Britain. She was the first black woman to win the prestigious prize and is a tireless campaigner for greater BAME representation in publishing.

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Children’s Author of the Month – Jennifer Killick

Just in time for Halloween, our Author of the Month for October is queen of scream Jennifer Killick. With a blend of horror and humour, Killick writes the perfect spooky books for her young fans. Scary stories leave you hiding behind your pillow? There’s always the ’Alex Sparrow’ series... slightly bonkers superhero stories guaranteed to make you laugh out loud. Something for everyone!

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Black History Month

Dig deeper, look closer and think bigger with this selection of books to celebrate Black History Month.

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Bold & Brilliant: Discovering Black History

Celebrating Black voices.

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Green Libraries Week

Celebrating libraries with a focus on the climate and sustainability.

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National Poetry Day

A nationwide celebration of poetry.

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Celebrating Poetry

National Poetry Day is a wonderful opportunity to spark a lifelong love of poetry in young readers. This year’s theme—play—invites us to explore the joy, creativity, and imagination that poetry can bring. Whether rediscovering beloved classics or crafting original verses, children can experience the magic of words in motion. From playful rhythms to inventive ideas, poetry opens the door to expression, laughter, and discovery.

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