Reading | Western Downs Libraries

Nov, 2018

Milkman takes the prize

By: dalbywordpress | Tags: author, dalby library, great reads, reading | Comments: 0

“A novel that is at once unlocated and profoundly tethered to place is surely a novel for our times.” Milkman is a tale of gossip and hearsay, silence and deliberate deafness; a story of inaction with enormous consequences and decisions that are never made, but for which people are judged and punished. It is the 2018 winner of the Man Booker prize. Set in a society divided against itself, Milkman explores the insidious forms oppression can take in everyday life. Middle sister is the protagonist and we follow her as she navigates her way through […]

Aug, 2018

Solving problems through books: Bibliotherapy

By: dalbywordpress | Tags: books, dalby library, Early Literacy, education, family, first five forever, reading, storytime, Storytime for Toddlers | Comments: 0

Reading can and often does serve as a tool for personal growth and adjustment. Reading frequently helps the reader to accept himself for what he is, to obtain insights into his own problems, and to evaluate his own strengths and weaknesses. Almost everyone has to face some personal problems. These range from the trivial distress caused by straight or unkept hair to the tragic loss of hearing or eyesight. There are a myriad of problems that may be an issue for your child. Perhaps through reading about problems that children […]

Jul, 2018

“The Best Book I’ve ever Read!”

By: dalbywordpress | Tags: Australiana, great reads, Historical fiction | Comments: 0

In the library we hear a lot about what our members are reading. Sometimes they love them, sometimes they hate them but to have a borrower say, “This is the best book I have ever read,” is probably worth noting. This was the feedback provided by one library member when returning Above the Fold by Peter Yeldham. An Australian historical fiction, written with meticulous detail, following the lives of a number of Australians during the tumultuous period of the second World War. If you love Australiana and historical fiction, reserve your copy of Above […]

Apr, 2017

How do you choose a book?

By: dalbywordpress | Tags: bookclub, books, dalby library, learning, reading | Comments: 0

Why do some books fly off the shelves while others sit and gather dust? It’s all about the cover. The book cover plays a prominent role in our decision to borrow a book. A cover or jacket’s ability to catch our eye and draw us in can often make or break a book’s success. We use book covers to determine the worth of a book, the kind of story that might be told within, and whether or not we should take it seriously and borrow the book from the […]

Mar, 2017

Extended Loan Periods

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For a limited time, your local branch is offering extended loan periods and limits. Enjoy a NEW loan limit of 40 items per card and an increased loan time of 56 days. If you’re looking for a sign, here’s the perfect excuse to get stuck into a new series or binge-watch your favourite TV and movies. Discover all ten books of Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton’s Treehouse series! Borrow entire seasons of Grey’s Anatomy! Listen to Stig Wemyss narrate Trent Dalton’s bestseller Boy Swallows Universe… 79 times! Think of the possibilities! […]

Mar, 2017

Storytime

By: chinchillawordpress | Tags: 1-3 years, Chinchilla Library, craft, Dads, dalby library, Early Literacy, first five forever, fun, Games, learning, Mums, outreach, parents, school holidays, songs, stories, storytime, Storytime for Toddlers, toddlers, Tots | Comments: 0

Your young kids are active, cheeky, and constantly learning. With songs and rhymes, stories, movement and activities, Storytime is an interactive session geared towards developing your child’s early literacy capabilities. Our Storytime sessions are currently postponed, but there are lots of ways that you can continue Storytime at home, including Reading books together Watching your favourite stories narrated on Story Box Library Singing and dancing to your favourite nursery rhymes or songs together Storytimes are interactive sessions between parent (or caregiver) and Western Downs Libaries offer several unique Storytime […]

Mar, 2017

Bookclub – Where Great Minds Think Alike

By: Lisa Harth | Tags: bell, Bell Bunya Community Centre, bookclub, books, Chinchilla Library, dalby library, Jandowae Library, meandarra library, Miles library, Moonie library, Tara Library, Wandoan Library | Comments: 0

It doesn’t matter if you’re into Shakespeare or Sci-fi, Christian Grey or Dorian Gray you’re certain to find something new to read at one of our popular Bookclubs. Our Bookclub sessions have been postponed. Please follow us on Facebook for updates and to be notified when our Bookclubs resume. Bookclubs meet all over our region and provide a welcoming, chatty and fun escape for those of us looking to get excited teasing out the finer points of our latest read. For some it’s a monthly dose of sanity, for others it’s […]

Feb, 2017

Story Central is the place to be!

By: tarawordpress | Tags: bookclub, books, education, great reads, learning, reading, Tara Library | Comments: 0

Story Central has been postponed. Please follow us on Facebook for updates and to be notified when Story Central resumes. Story Central has returned to support your reading addiction. Story Central is an afternoon of discussion, reading, writing and exploring. We share our favourite books, discover new authors, write alternative (better) endings, and generally just have fun with like-minded young people. The 6 week program is assisted by a professional teacher, but will never feel like homework. It is a chance to extend yourself and take a new path and […]

Feb, 2017

Want to know more about our world? Check out our awesome Science Collection!

By: dalbywordpress | Tags: books, Chemistry, collection, dalby, Dinosaurs, dr Karl, Nature, Non Fiction, science, Space, STEAM, STEM, World | Comments: 0

Ever wanted to know more about space? dinosaurs? Why humans hiccup? Dalby Library has the answer! We have a huge range of science books in our non-fiction section for adults, teens, and kids covering every topic from: Dinosaurs Space Natural World Disasters Electricity Science experiments for kids Dr Karl’s latest titles Chemistry So check out the 500’s section of our Non-Fiction collection located on the upper floor of the Dalby Library to learn some new!

Jan, 2017

Author review – Paula Hawkins

By: dalbywordpress | Tags: author, author review, crime, into the water, myster, paula hawkins, the girl on the train, thriller | Comments: 0

Paula Hawkins was born in 1972 and raised in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). Around 2009, Hawkins began to write romantic comedy fiction under the name Amy Silver, writing four novels including Confessions of a Reluctant Recessionista. She did not achieve any commercial breakthrough until she challenged herself to write a darker, more serious story. Her best-selling novel The Girl on the Train (2015), was a complex thriller, with themes of domestic violence, alcohol, and drug abuse. The novel took her six months, writing full-time, to complete, at a time when she was in a […]