The Diary of William Shakespeare, Gentleman

This book is part comedy, part love story, the threads of Shakespeare's life drawn from his plays. Could the world's greatest writer truly put down his pen forever to become a gentleman?

He was a boy who escaped small town life to be the most acclaimed playwright of the land. A lover whose sonnets still sing 400 years later; a glover's apprentice who became a gentleman.

But was he happy with his new riches? Who was the woman he truly loved?

The world knows the name of William Shakespeare. This book reveals the man - lover, son and poet. Based on new documentary evidence, as well as textual examination of his plays, this fascinating book gives a tantalising glimpse at what might have been: the other hands that helped craft those plays, the secrets that must ever be hidden but - just possibly - may now be told.

For a review about The Diary of William Shakespeare, Gentleman as well as other great book reviews visit the link below:

http://readingtime.com.au/diary-william-shakespeare-gentleman/

Mary Poppins

One of the most loved literary characters of all time is Mary Poppins.

Many people around the world grew up reading the books by P.L.Travers. The original movie was made by Walt Disney in 1964 starring Julie Andrews in one of her most loved roles. The story of the making of the movie with background information on the reclusive P.L.Travers and her Australian childhood was the subject of the 2013 Disney movie called Saving Mr Banks. There has also been a musical stage show that has traveled the world.

And now there is to be a re-make called "Mary Poppins Returns" starring Emily Blunt. Due out in 2018.

Did you know that there is actually a series of 6 Mary Poppins books?

If you haven't read the books now is the time to start!

More New Books!

Small Things by Mel Tregonning

The Small Things is a beautiful graphic novel that explores notions of belonging and being different, but without any words. It tells the story of a boy who feels alone with his worries, but who learns that help is always close by. This is an extraordinary story, told simply and with breathtaking beauty.

Sister Heart by Sally Morgan

A young Aboriginal girl is taken from the north of Australia and sent to an institution in the distant south. There, she slowly makes a new life for herself and, in the face of tragedy, finds strength in new friendships. Poignantly told from the child's perspective, Sister Heart affirms the power of family and kinship in an unjust world.

Princess of the Midnight Ball by Jessica Day George 
(The Princesses of Westfalin Trilogy #1)

Galen is a young soldier returning from war; Rose is one of twelve princesses condemned to dance each night for the King Under Stone. Together Galen and Rose will search for a way to break the curse that forces the princesses to dance at the midnight balls. But malevolent forces are working against them, both above and below ground. Captivating from start to finish, Jessica Day George's take on the Grimm's tale The Twelve Dancing Princesses, spins this well trod tale into something entirely fresh and new.
Book #2 Princess of Glass and Book #3 Princess of the Silver Woods are also available in the Library!

New Books!

The Book of Whispers by Kimberley Starr

Set in Tuscany, 30 years after the Battle of Hastings, The Book of Whispers, follows Luca, heir to the Conte de Falconi title, and Suzan, who has dreams about a boy and an ancient book. Luca is also prone to strange dreams and visions of demons which must be kept secret from the villainous priest, Ramberti who is always lying in wait. Together, Suzan and Luca embark on a quest to defeat the forces of man and demon who will stop at nothing to destroy their world. 

Our Chemical Hearts by Krystal Sutherland

Henry has been hoping to fall hopelessly in love for ages, and he is good at helping others in their quest for love, but it just never seems to happen to him. So when Henry becomes the editor of the school newspaper, things get interesting at the arrival of  second editor, Grace, the antethesis of his dream girl! Grace wears over-sized boys clothes, uses a cane to walk with and rarely seems to wash! She also has a few secrets that she is unwilling to share. As is often the case, it is the unexpected in our lives that makes way for change!

Becoming Aurora by Elizabeth Kasmer

Set in Queensland, Becoming Aurora, tells the story of racial tensions and turf wars. Rory, has just been sentenced to spend her summer helping out at an aged care home which is not how she expected to spend her holidays. Aurora finds herself reading to a former boxing champion and then crosses paths with another former boxer, this time a migrant named Essam. Aurora has always played the perpetrator in life but now finds herself a victim. Can she reply on her past experiences in order to survive?

May Gibbs Online Exhibition

"On all the big Gumtrees there are Gumnut Babies.  Some people see them and some don't; but they see everybody and everything.  Perhaps that's why their eyes are so big... They are full of mischief and are always teasing the slow-going creatures; but they hurt nothing and are gentle, for they love all the world"


One hundred years ago the first edition of May Gibbs' iconic Gumnut Babies was published - the forerunner to her classic Snugglepot and Cuddlepie.

The State Library of NSW is currently running an online exhibition of her works - a fitting centenary tribute to a true Australian classic.

Visit the world of May Gibbs at:

http://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/stories/may-gibbs

Book Sale !!

We have some great books for sale in the Library - titles are listed below. 

Books are all $5 with the proceeds going to Night Patrol so come on in and take a look before they're all gone...!! 


Bitter Greens by Kate Forsyth

The Raven King by Maggie Stiefvater 

In the Company Of Strangers by Liz Byrski

Tomorrow There Will Be Apricots by Jessica Soffer

Flight Behaviour by Barbara Kingsolver

The Avalon Ladies Scrapbooking Society by Darien Gee

Home Front by Kristin Hannah

The Darkest Hour by Barbara Erskine


The Vintage Teacup Club by Vanessa Greene

Father of the Rain by Lily King

The Unfinished Journals of Elizabeth D by Nichole Bernier

The Misogynist by Piers Paul Read

Can't Wait to Get to Heaven by Fannie Flagg

The Travelling Hornplayer by Barbara Trapido

Rise and Shine by Anna Quindlen


The Teashop on the Corner by Milly Johnson

The Roots of the Olive Tree by Courtney Miller Santo

White Truffles in Winter by N. M. Kelby

Jigs & Reels by Joanne Harris

Holy Fools by Joanne Harris

The Hand That First Held Mine by Maggie O'Farrell

The Private Patient by P.D. James 


Sapphire Skies by Belinda Alexandra

A Place of Hiding by Elizabeth George

Believing the Lie by Elizabeth George

The Proper Care & Maintenance of Friendship by Lisa Verge Higgins

Dinner at Rose's by Danielle Hawkins