In praise of libraries
I have rediscovered my local library.
I’ve always liked reading. I partly gave up on libraries because I was bored of the offerings; and more importantly, I had so little time to read, I had to renew them so many times before I got to the end it was ridiculous! But having the opportunity to read more than I have in recent years, I was getting fed up with reading the same old kind of books. So I challenged myself to try ones different to my usual style, ones that would challenge, inform or just take me somewhere different. All well and good, but a bit of a risk if you’re paying good money for them – plus at the rate I now get through books, I was in danger of running out of shelf space!
So off I went a few months ago to my local library and I have not been disappointed! They have a great choice of brand new books; recommendations; and even by the door a “quick selection” if you haven’t time to peruse deeper. The staff are friendly, and often take time to chat about the books. And all included in my council tax!
Pam's Perambulation 