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Reading group at Church Street Library (in-person)

19 August 2022
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Rhyme time at Maida Vale Library (in-person)

19 August 2022
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Toddler time at Queen's Park Library (in-person)

19 August 2022
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Staff book recommendations

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The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta

Susan describes it as touching, empowering and enlightening.⁣
Jar City by Arnaldur Indriðason

Jar City by Arnaldur Indriðason

Laurence describes it as:⁣ illuminating, insightful and gritty.⁣
The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker

The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker

Colette describes it as: insightful, persistent and strong.
Lies We Tell Ourselves by Robin Talley

⁣Lies We Tell Ourselves by Robin Talley

Jemma thought it was: heartbreaking, intense and inspiring.

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