Category Archives: Books

RU OK? Day Reads

Posted on September 9, 2021 by Librarians with Altitude

R U OK? Day is a national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, “Are you OK?” if someone in your world is struggling with life’s ups and downs. Today is not only … Continue reading →

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Booker Longlist 2020

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Librarians with Altitude

It is that time again! What a wonderful selection of books to work our way through before finding out the ultimate winner later in the year. All of these titles are either in our collection, or are on their way. … Continue reading →

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Creative Writing Workshops

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Librarians with Altitude

Searching for creative writing inspiration? Look no further. Back after last year’s sell-out workshops, bestselling author of The Palace of Tears and The Opal Dragonfly, Julian Leatherdale, joins us at Springwood Library for an all-day session on ‘Getting Started: Inspiration, Capturing … Continue reading →

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What Library Staff are Reading – April 2018

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Librarians with Altitude

The Dinner by Herman Koch – read for a for book group. I found it quite compelling, if a little upsetting.  I would recommend it. 4/5 Sanctuary by Judy Nunn.  When I heard Judy Nunn talk about this book at a … Continue reading →

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What Library Staff are Reading October 2015

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Librarians with Altitude

A rather large list this month! Enjoy! When Hitler stole pink rabbit by Judith Kerr (4/5) –  This was recommended by one of my colleagues and I really enjoyed it. An autobiographical tale of Judith Kerr’s escape from Nazi Germany. A … Continue reading →

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What Library Staff are Reading September 2015

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Librarians with Altitude

The Eye of the Sheep by Sophie Laguna. This novel won the 2015 Miles Franklin Literary Award. Central character Jimmy Flick is a little boy on the spectrum somewhere. His mother adores and protects him, his father is an alcoholic … Continue reading →

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