Do you love BorrowBox? Well, you’re about to love it even more! From May 1st you’ll also be able to get magazines and newspapers on there too – keep an eye out for the new ePress section.

Colm Tóibín chats to Deirdre Madden about diurnal novels and how she approached writing one without chapters in ‘Molly Fox’s Birthday’. Catch up on the latest episode of #ArtofReading Book Club on video or podcast at the following link bit.ly/4b8RqXz

We know our favourite seat in the new Mayfair library. Have you found yours? Kilkenny County Council Libraries Ireland Open this Saturday 10am to 5pm

What a day for a good book in the sun! What’s everyone reading??

Libraries Ireland The new one from Gráinne Murphy Absolutely superb writing - she intensifies with each book.

Libraries Ireland A recent gift of short stories Mary Costello, a new author to me 💛

Libraries Ireland Kate Morton's novel, 'Homecoming.'

Libraries Ireland 'Hagstone' Sinéad Gleeson which is quite brilliant and then 'James' #PercivalEverett ready to go

Did you see Manorhamilton Library on Nationwide? If not, catch up on the RTE Player here 😁 Leitrim County Council Libraries Ireland Manorhamilton TT rte.ie/player/series/…

RTÉjr Book Club: Here's some dazzling debuts from Irish authors with thanks to Ruth Concannon & Children's Books Ireland - Spread the word Libraries Ireland Discover Irish Children's Books rte.ie/kids/book-club… via RTÉ

Some great tips for getting the most from the Irish summer for less in today’s The Irish Times. Thanks for including libraries Conor Pope! irishtimes.com/your-money/202…

Over 6,500 visits to Mayfair Library since we opened last week, come see what you’re missing. Kilkenny County Council Library Service Kilkenny County Council Libraries Ireland

Who else absolutely loves a linked short story collection? Well, here’s a really good one from Maggie Armstrong

Anyone got any other linked short story recommendations?

I am DELIGHTED with the #Borrowbox app on my mobile. Yep, I'm very late to the party. Thanks to Darina Mayo Library 💚❤️📚 for helping me set it up. It's so easy to use. I'm currently listening to Leonard & Hungry Paul & loving it! Ask your local friendly librarian how to set it up.

Did you know that as a library member you get access to millions of books, eBooks & audiobook, newspapers & magazine, language & skill courses and so much more all for FREE! Join on zurl.co/qVJw or in your local branch today!

The #SummerStars reading programme is a great way to get kids reading during the summer months! You'll find stacks of reading tips, activities, book reviews and more at summerstars.ie Join the fun & sign up for summer stars at your local library today!

Did you know that as a library member you get access to millions of books, eBooks & audiobook, newspapers & magazine, language & skill courses and so much more all for FREE! Join on zurl.co/qVJw or in your local branch today!

SDG Week is back! DECC and Libraries Ireland will host Ireland’s third Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) week from 20-29 September in conjunction with ESDW. Register your event at esdn.eu/esdw More at: gov.ie/sdgs/ #SDGsirl #ESDW2024

You won't believe how Ireland became a literary powerhouse! As the Guardian put it, 'We all read like hell!' Our nation’s reading culture is thriving. Libraries Ireland is fostering talent from Nobel laureates to rising stars. bit.ly/3yK5RUE