Librarians are quiet heroes, guardians of the books, and underrated alternative to a search engine. They used to be our one stop for all our general knowledge needs however Google (other search engines are apparently available…) have slowly but surely taken that responsibility away from the libraries.
Librarians used to deal with all the strange, creepy, interesting, and outrageous questions the general public had to ask- and you will not believe some of the stuff people are willing to ask a stranger.
Netflix launch new partnership with the British Library
October 13, 2026
Netflix launch new partnership with the British Library
Netflix and the British library have launched a new national partnership for the UK which…
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt to return nearly four decades later
October 13, 2026
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt to return nearly four decades later
Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury are set to publish a new book in 2027. The…
First Edition found in charity shop acquired by British Library
October 10, 2026
First Edition found in charity shop acquired by British Library
A rare, first edition, American copy of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, which was…
Most challenged books of the last year reveal recurring trends of prejudice
Every year, the American Library Association’s (ALA) Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) compiles a list…
Jeffrey Archer, Bestselling Author and Former Politician, Dies Aged 86
Bestselling British novelist Jeffrey Archer has died at the age of 86, bringing to a…
Super Thursday – Reading Recommendations
October 4, 2026
Super Thursday – Reading Recommendations
Super Thursday is an annual tradition marked in the book publishing calendar. Usually landing sometime…