For the Love of Books

Become a Mini-Book Blogger and More

Join our E-Services Librarian, Chris Wilson, for our new podcast and have a deep dive into the secrets you might not have discovered yet with our online catalogue. 

Whether it's leaving book reviews and being a mini-book blogger, or discovering some of the fantastic events we have going on in our libraries, it's all there on the online catalogue. 

Hopefully this little talk-through will give you the chance to use the online catalogue more and get more from the online experience. 

Don't forget you can leave us feedback on our podcast using #FLBpodcast or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.

Old Favourites | Bea's Books

Everyone has that old favourite book that sticks with them for one reason or another. That's why Bea set Jennie and Pari the challenge of Old Favourites for this episode of our podcast. 

Listen in to the books that they both come up with and the reason for picking them. You might just find something that you want to experience for yourself as your next read. 

All the books are available from your local library either on the shelf or to reserve.

Don't forget you can leave us some feedback using #FLBpodcast or #BeasBooks or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.

Let's Go Libraries and Authors

Springtime can be a very busy time in our libraries as our school break activities kick in. This year is no different and we are in the middle of Let's Go Libraries.

Join our E-Services Librarian to find out about some of the events that are coming up in the second week of the programme.

It's not all about the children though. Listen on to find out more about not one, not two, not even three, but four author events that you can be involved with. Three are in-person events at Motherwell Library with Julie Kennedy, Louise Welsh and Damian Barr. There's also a fourth forthcoming event with Kate Morton which is an online event from our eLibrary partner, BorrowBox.

Don't forget you can leave us feedback on our podcast using #FLBpodcast or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.

Balance | Bea's Books

Bea's challenge for Jennie and Pari this week was balance. They called in some help to make sure they were up to the task from fellow staff member Mark. 

The three of them all looked the topic in different ways but definitely managed to find some interesting books to fit the theme. 

It's a fun and entertain chat that might just inspire your read to pick up at your local library.

All the books are available from your local library either on the shelf or to reserve.

Don't forget you can leave us some feedback using #FLBpodcast or #BeasBooks or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.

The Immersive Room

One of our most exciting new additions to our library service has arrived. Forming part of the new Digital Hub at Motherwell Library, the Immersive Room is an experience like never seen before in our libraries. 

With a wide range of possible uses, join our E-Services Librarian, Chris Wilson as he finds out more about it from our Digital Learning Officer, Hilary Petrie.

This podcast episode will give you the inside scoop on what the Immersive Room is, who has already had a chance to experience it, and an insight into the various possibilities that it provides for our community.

Don't forget you can leave us feedback on our podcast using #FLBpodcast or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.

Silence is Golden | Bea's Books

Bea's latest topic for Jennie and Pari is Silence is Golden. However, today's podcast is anything but silent with great stories, recommendations and discussions about the books our hosts chose to tackle this challenge. 

There's lots of great chat to listen to and get some ideas for the next book that you pick off the shelf the next time you visit the library. 

All the books are available from your local library either on the shelf or to reserve.

Don't forget you can leave us some feedback using #FLBpodcast or #BeasBooks or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.

World Book Day with Kids

Today is World Book Day, and as our E-Services Librarian, Chris Wilson, returns to our podcast in 2024, he brings with him two very special guests.

Chris is joined by his children, Harris and Hannah, to discuss some of their favourite books and why they love books and reading. 

Some of the featured books include The Colour Monster, The Lion Inside and Zog amongst a few others.

Don't forget you can leave us feedback on our podcast using #FLBpodcast or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.

Out of the Blue | Bea's Books

Out of the Blue, Jennie and Pari arrive with a new Bea's Books edition of our podcast. Catch up with them both as they take on Bea's latest theme - Out of the Blue.

With books either featuring the colour in the title or that are based on the emotion the colour brings to mind, our hosts have a great selection of book recommendations for you to think about checking out on your next library visit.

All the books are available from your local library either on the shelf or to reserve.

Don't forget you can leave us some feedback using #FLBpodcast or #BeasBooks or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.

Weather the Storm | Bea's Books

In recent weeks, outside might have been battered with storms but that just gives you the perfect chance to dive into the covers of a good book.

That's exactly what Jennie and Pari did and have some great book recommendations for you inspired by the recent challenging weather. 

All the books are available to from your local library either on the shelf or to reserve.

Don't forget to you can leave us some feedback using #FLBpodcast or #BeasBooks or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.

Germs | Bea's Books

Pari has recovered from her flu in the last episode of the podcast, but Bea took that as inspiration for this week's theme.

Catch up with Jennie and Pari as they look at the theme - Germs. With some fantastic chat, great book recommendations and lots of fun along the way, you definitely want to tune into this Bea's Books Edition of the For the Love of Books podcast.

All the books are available from your local library either on the shelf or to reserve.

Don't forget you can leave us some feedback using #FLBpodcast or #BeasBooks or by emailing librarypodcast@northlan.gov.uk. On podcast platforms that allow ratings, we'd always appreciate a rating too.