Happy Halloween

There are LOTS of spooky books on display aound the Library, from ghostly tales to vampire, werewolf and moster stories. If you are feeling brave you could reach through the spider's web to take a book from the shelves beneath the display board!

NaNoWriMo

November is National Novel Writing Month, shortened to the catchy phrase NaNoWriMo! So if you think that you could be the next J.K.Rowling or Anthony Horowitz why not challenge yourself to writing as much of your novel as possible during the month of November? The NaNoWriMo website has lots of tips and hints to help get you started and you can sign up to take part in the writing challenge.

Author visit

Higher English students enjoyed a visit by local author Lisa Ballantyne this week.Lisa went to Armadale Academy before going on to study English Literature at St. Andrews University.  Lisa's first novel, 'The guilty one' was published in August this year to rave reviews and is going to be on the Richard and Judy reading list. Lisa gave a masterclass in writing  as well as talking about her book. The event was deemed a huge success by all who attended.

Lisa Ballantyne in the Library

Lisa signing a copy of 'The guilty one'

CfE Parents Evening

Many thanks to the parents of S1 students who visited the Library as part of the CfE information evening. The focus of the evening was on literacy, numeracy and health and well-being and was well received by all. The Librarian was available to give advice about suitable authors for students,the importance of reading and expliained the S1 Library and information  information skills.course.

National Poetry Day

Thursday 4th October is National Poetry Day which is held at this time every year to celebrate the richness, variety and fun of poetry. Each year there is a theme and the theme for 2012 is 'Stars'. Visit the Library to view our display or to borrow a poetry book. Click here for starry poems with a Scottish feel. Or visit the official website or the Poetry Society website for more information about National Poetry Day and for lots more poems.