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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Episode 4 of the Tales from the Stack podcast has been released! The Pinnacle of Teacake Technology! You can listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube!

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Come with us to the regional conference for @librariesconnected.org.uk North West! A day to celebrate libraries and explore how we can continue to evolve, grow and thrive 📚🌱Thank you to everyone that made this day of creativity, learning and reflection possible 🩷

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Our friends at YKids Bootle are seeking nominations for The Believe Awards 2026! If you know a young person aged 7-17 please consider nominating them for one of 10 categories for a chance to attend a magical ceremony at the Titanic Hotel in July! For more information visit www.thebelieveawards.co.uk

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Have you heard of light novels? 📚💮 Bridging the gap between reading manga and longer chapter books. Easy to dip into and read in short volumes, light novels use simple, conversational language and include illustrations. Browse our light novels and manga collections at: catalogue.sefton.gov.uk

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Episode 3 of the Tales from the Stack podcast has been released! On Spotify! open.spotify.com/episode/1fZq... On Apple Podcasts! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... On Youtube! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4Dr...

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

This was quite an emotional read and I kept changing my mind about how I felt about the characters but I couldn’t put it down and read most of it in one night! Now that the film adaptation of Reminders of Him is about to be released I'm excited to see it and see how it compares to the book.

Person standing in Bootle Library Garden. The person is holding a book Reminders of Him by Coleen Hoover

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Bootle, Crosby, Formby and Maghull Library all host their own Lego Club every Saturday! Come and play with a large assortment of Lego. No booking required! What can you build?

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

The latest episode of our Sefton Library podcast, Tales from the Stack is ready to rock! Join us for an interview with debut Liverpool crime novelist Sean Watkin, as he tells us about his new book Black Water Rising. Available for your listening pleasure on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Two people sat in Crosby Library garden. They are holding the book Black Water Rising by Sean Watkin

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Dearest gentle reader, Bridgerton returns on Netflix! We are dressed for the occasion and are waiting with bated breath for our ships to become canon! Have you read any of the books by Julia Quinn? We have lots available to borrow!

Two people dressed in historical clothing

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

King Sorrow by Joe Hill: "This breathless, exciting horror novel follows the fate of a group of friends who conjure up a devious, powerful dragon to see off their enemy. Can they control it and use it for good? Joe Hill proves he’s a real chip off the old block when it comes to the horror genre." 🐉

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Our mystery knitter has dropped off more lovely animals looking for a forever home! #Knitting #Knitted #Crochet

Row of crochet animals in Crosby Library. There are pillows underneath them

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Formby Library has finished hosting the Gaming Together Exhibition and had lots of families playing retro video games together on Saturday! Such as Wii Sports, Super Mario Bros and Sonic the Hedgehog !

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Before you watch the film starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi we have many copies of Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte available to borrow! In Paperback, Quick Read, Large Print and Audio Book! Let us know which is better book or film version! 📖 📚

Hand holding the Wuthering Heights book by Emily Bronte. It is against a orange background

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

February is LGBT+ history month - so we have chosen some recommendations from our collection to mark the occasion! Joe has picked out a pair of diaries from two hugely influential queer artists, both at the end of their remarkable lives: Derek Jarman and Joe Orton.

Person holding two books against a wallpaper background. The Orton Diaries by Joe Orton and Modern Nature by Derek Jarman

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Author Julian Barnes has confirmed his new novel Departure(s) will be his last book. If you haven't tried any of his books we have a great selection of his available!

Man standing in Crosby Library holding several Julian Barnes books

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Once upon a time, lots of cute knitted animals wandered into Crosby Library looking for a forever home! If they make you happy please take one! #Knitting #Knitted #Crochet

Photo of lots of crochet animals against a pillow

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

We're so excited to announce, International Shared Reading at Crosby Library, starting next week! Every first Wednesday, 2pm – 3:30pm Open to all, whether you are learning English or are just curious to explore a new world of stories and poems! Book via link in our bio! 📖📚

Poster explaining information about international shared reading group

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Read Shakespeare stories in a modern light, with these contemporary novel adaptations of some of his plays.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Working hard at Crosby Library to bring you more private study spaces 🔨🔧🧽🎨

Person painting a wall at Crosby Library

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

This was my last read of 2025 and I have to say one of the best. It captivated my attention instantly - It kept me guessing right the way through; I certainly didn't see the ending coming. #TheHousemaid #BookRec 📖📚

Person standing in the library holding the book; The House Maid by Freida McFadden

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Our lovely staff have been getting into the festive spirit with their Christmas jumpers! #Grinch #Sonic

Two library members of staff wearing their Christmas jumpers in front of a tree

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Crosby library community garden was honoured to receive the RHS 'It's your neighbourhood' award for OUTSTANDING level 5. We're overjoyed with how our outdoor space has transformed under our staff and volunteers and can't wait to keep improving and evolving our garden for everyone to enjoy! 🌱💚

Three people standing in Crosby Library holding an award

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Crosby libraries community compost scheme is off to a great start, we had councillor Liz Dowd come to help out!

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

Thank you so much to Baby Week UK and NHS Cheshire and Merseyside for supporting two amazing trips for local young families in Sefton!

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Sefton Libraries are supporting the Sefton Mayor's Christmas Toy Appeal 2025. 🎁🎄🎅 Sefton Libraries are one of the drop off points: Bootle Library Crosby Library Meadows Library Formby Library Atkinson Library You can donate until 22nd December. Thank you for supporting families in Sefton.

Sefton Libraries are supporting the Sefton Mayor's Toy Appeal 2025. There is a picture of Rudolph and some stars.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Children ask a lot of questions... and with books they can learn a lot of answers! Children's fact books, or non-fiction are available at all our libraries and cover a wide range of subjects and topics. We even have fact books about facts! #NonFictionNovember 📖 📚

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Our manga of the month is JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. 👹🕰️🌍Set across time and in locations around the world, the story follows various members and descendants of the Joestar family. Each JoJo must gather a group of allies and master their powers — to defeat the latest menace. But will they succeed?

Person stood in the library holding two manga books

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

We now have a Podcast! Tales from the Stack: a Sefton Libraries podcast is now available on; Spotify open.spotify.com/show/79x72aG... Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t... YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtVC... Start listening and let us know what you think!

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

It was lovely to see the Bobbin Lace demonstration and workshop at Meadows Library this week. If you missed out then they will be having another free session on Wednesday 19th November, 10am-12pm - no knowledge or expertise needed! #pattern #braiding

Group of people sat around a table doing a bobbin lace workshop

Close up photo of the bobbin lace workshop on the table

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Big thanks to The Creepy Crawly Show for hosting some wonderful animal visits across the libraries this half term holiday! 🐍 🐢🦔🕷️🦎

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

If you're a romance girlie but fancy something with a spooky edge, think ghost-busting whilst navigating a love triangle, 'crazy spooky love' might be just the tonic. Josie Silver's new novel is being praised as the perfect cute silly book to get you in the seasonal mood 👻

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Adam and Alison give their best wishes to pupils from St Oswald's C of E Primary who attended our Sefton Libraries Writing Workshop. The pupils enjoyed taking part in lots of interesting activities to stimulate their creative writing skills. ✍️

Two library members of staff standing with a group of children with their writing workshop certificates.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

It's Alive! The spooky season is in full swing! So as the nights draw in why not curl up and get into the Halloween spirit by reading the classic Frankenstein by Mary Shelley! Compare it with the new Guillermo del Toro film! 🎃👻

Person holding a Frankenstein book in a library. He is wearing a mask that resembles Frankenstein's monster.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Craving a steaming mug of tea, a freshly baked muffin and a sprinkle of enchantment? The Baby Dragon Cafe- A T Qureshi 🐲 A cat cafe, but with dragons! The Wizard's Bakery- Gu Byeong-Mo 🧁 Be careful what you wish for! Practical Magic- Alice Hoffman 🌹 Two sisters are tainted by their family curse!

Selection of three books on a planter inside a library.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

'The Enchanted Greenhouse' by Sarah Beth Durst. The story feels like a warm hug, Sarah yet again creates characters that feel so familiar and loveable in a world you can't wait to return to. If you needed any more convincing, this book features a winged cat...enough said 😸

Person holding a book outside., There are trees in the background

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

As part of Dyslexia Awareness Week, Sefton Libraries have a range of books from publishers Barrington Stoke and Little Gems. These are ideal for reluctant or struggling readers and those that can suffer from visual stress when reading print on traditional paper.

Person holding several dyslexia friendly books in the library.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Join us on 15th October at 3pm for our introductory session with Minna from Compost Works, a Liverpool-based social enterprise with a mission to divert food waste from incineration and landfill. The project is funded by Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority ♻️ 🍎🥕🍌🍅🥔 #Composting #Garden

Poster for a composting event in Crosby Library

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

📜 A huge congratulations to Barbara Bailey for coming first place in this year's Sefton Slams, as part of our National Poetry Day celebrations day in Crosby Library! Barbara delivered a beautiful second reading of the poem. Thank you so much to all the wonderful poets who participated! #Writing ✍️🖊️

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy October! 🍁🍂🧣☕ The perfect time to cosy up under a blanket with a cuppa and a good book. Lucy Jane Wood’s new witchy release 'Uncharmed' is a perfect autumn read. We follow Annie, as her immaculate life is turned upside-down in this story of found family, comfort in chaos and a bit of magic! ✨

Person holding the book 'Uncharmed' by Lucy Jane Wood

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

🐜 Come and join us at Crosby Library this Autumn half term for a family friendly Autumn beastie making season! Places are limited so please book on via the link in our bio! This workshop is aimed at children aged 4- 11, accompanied with an adult. 27th October 10:30am Crosby Library

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

We will be running a limited service on the 30th September due to software upgrades 🖥️

Poster explaining that Sefton libraries will operate on a limited service on the 30th September due to software upgrades

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Ever wanted to write a story but not sure where to start? The Bootle Writers' Group meet every Thursday 10.30 am - 12.30 pm. Bring your writing - any genre for feedback and support. Learn about competitions, make new friends and sharpen your writing skills with fun challenges and prompts! ✍️ 🖊️ 💻

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

On the first and third Thursdays of each month, Bootle Library runs their Community Garden Group. If you're interested in getting involved feel free to just turn up! 🌱 🌳 🌿 🌼

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

From 12th-21st September, Heritage Open Days are running events across England to celebrate the country's history and culture. To mark the festival, here are a few non-fiction recommendations from our architecture and travel sections. 🏛️ ⛪ 🏰

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Britain's Buildings, Places & Spaces - Ptolemy Dean
Forgotten Churches - Luke Sherlock
Hidden Treasures of England - Michael McNay

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Sefton slams 2025! 🎤 This year the theme is PLAY! Enter your poem now, entries close on Thursday the 25th of September. Entrants will be contacted to confirm their place at the event on Thursday the 2nd October at 2pm where they will read their poem to an audience and the winner will be crowned! 👑

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

🍎 We're delighted to announce the third annual Formby Library Community Apple Pressing event will be taking place on the 26th September! Come along with our own apples, where they will be collectively sorted, washed and pressed into delicious juice to share.

Poster of an apple pressing event at Formby Library

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

We're delighted to be partnering with Active Sefton to deliver a 5-week Peep course for young families at Netherton Library! Sessions are free, taking place each Friday morning, beginning on the 26th September and will explore child development and learning in a safe welcoming environment. Book Now

Poster of an activity at Netherton Library

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Hallo’zine lives! 👻🎃🧟‍♂️🕷️💀 It’s that time of year again! Hallo’zine is back and celebrating its fifth year. We’re calling for your submissions of spooky art and stories. Be sure to check out our catalogue website for further details. Entries close 2nd of October. #Zines #Writing

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

We’ve had another drop off from our mystery knitter 🧶 We’re still in our story garden era so are loving the butterflies, caterpillars and bees 🐝 🦋🐛 #knitting #knitted

Hand holding a couple of yarn creations in the library

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