Elevating women's stories Published 08 April 2024 The Stella Prize is a national literary award that celebrates outstanding works by Australian women writers. The much-anticipated shortlist for this year showcases a range of voices and narratives that promises to captivate readers. Read on to discover your next favourite book. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
The ultimate collection of boredom-busting books Published 21 March 2024 School holidays are here, and with them comes the inevitable chorus of "I'm bored!" from restless kids. But fear not, we have the perfect solution to keep your kids busy. Let's dive into some of our greatest tried and true, boredom-busting recommendations! Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
5 minutes with Sally Warriner Published 08 March 2024 Sally Warriner is the author of "Not Just the Wife of the General Manager" (2022), a rollicking memoir of her life on outback cattle stations. This book is also a homage to the many unsung women like her. Hear from this fabulous new author in our insightful exclusive interview. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
First 5 Forever: For everyone Published 21 February 2024 Read about our range of First 5 Forever resources for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse library members. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Library Lover's Day Published 14 February 2024 Read a few of the cutest stories about why our members love Moreton Bay Libraries. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Busting the myths of meditation: Self-improvement made simple Published 20 January 2024 Learn about the benefits of meditation from Kadampa Meditation Centre Brisbane. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle
How to set your New Year’s resolution to read more and stick to it Published 05 January 2024 Learn these easy 5 steps for a successful year of reading! Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Most anticipated books of 2024 Published 18 December 2023 Read about the top 10 most anticipated book releases of 2024, from Sarah J. Maas' fantasy romance to Anita Heiss' historical fiction. Make sure to mark these eagerly anticipated books on your calendar and make sure you reserve a copy at the library for your chance to read them first! Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
5 benefits of building children’s resilience Published 08 December 2023 Natural disasters can be overwhelming for anyone. But for children, they can cause increased anxiety and distress. Books can be a gentle way to start discussing these big emotions. This article will explore five key benefits of supporting children's emotional resilience. We provide you with some fantastic picture books that can help you to tackle this challenge hand-in-hand with your child. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle
Top 10 books for summer holiday reading Published 16 November 2023 Summer Reading Club is back at Moreton Bay Libraries! This year, adults can join the fun too! Explore the Australian Better Reading Top 100 list online for inspiration, featuring a mix of genres. From poolside afternoons to road trips, find your perfect summer read and compete for exciting prizes. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture