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Books for Adults
Browse the latest books for adults and top picks from our staff. From new releases to cult classics, all books are available to borrow for free on our catalogue.
Nutrition and exercise books to boost wellbeing
Healthy lifestyles can hugely improve wellbeing. Take a look at our favourite nutrition and exercise books to boost your mental health and explore the mind-body connection. All of these books and more are available to borrow for free with your library card. Want more...
Books on nature and wildlife to improve wellbeing
Connecting with nature and spending time outdoors can have a huge positive impact on our mental health. Check out our favourite books on nature to boost your wellbeing. All of these books and more are available to borrow for free with your library card. Want more...
Southwold Library Staff Picks: Weird and Wonderful Japanese Fiction
Charlotte from Southwold shares some of her favourite books from the world of weird and wonderful Japanese fiction. Browse our staff picks and pick up a copy from your local library! Want more suggested books? Take a look at our recommendations or explore more of the...
New audiobooks for January 2026
Treat your ears with these brand-new audiobooks on our BorrowBox service, free to listen to with your library card! Includes titles by Ann Cleeves, Matt Haig, and Phil Rickman. New to BorrowBox? Find out how to get started.Flashlight Susan Choi One evening,...
New non-fiction books for January 2026
Looking for something new to read? Browse our non-fiction picks for January! Includes books about George Orwell, true stories from Auschwitz, and anti-inflammatory recipes. Want more suggested books? Take a look at our recommendations.George Orwell: Life and Legacy...
New fiction books for January 2026
New year, new books! Looking for something new to read? Browse our fiction picks for January! Includes books by Libby Page, Ali Smith, Vaseem Khan and more. Want more suggested books? Take a look at our recommendations.This Book Made Me Think of You Libby Page When...
Book Club Favourites: Crime & Thriller
Looking for a thrilling new crime or mystery novel for your reading group? Take a look at our recommended books! All free to borrow with your library card. Want more suggested books? Take a look at our recommendations.Leviathan Paul Auster 'Six days ago, a man blew...
New eBooks for December 2025
Take a look at these brand-new eBooks on Libby, free to read with your library card! Includes titles by Sarah Yarwood-Lovett, Tim Sullivan, and Martin Edwards. New to Libby? Find out how to get started.An Ambush of Tigers Sarah Yarwood-Lovett After a dazzling Indian...
Featured Christmas films on Kanopy
Looking for something festive to watch with the family this Christmas? Take a look at our top films on Kanopy, free to watch with your library card! Kanopy is our free streaming service, giving you access to endless entertainment including indie films, documentaries...
Book Club Favourites: Feel-Good, Touching Stories
Looking for a new novel for your reading group? Take a look at our recommended feel-good, touching and funny stories! All free to borrow with your library card. Want more suggested books? Take a look at our recommendations.The Authenticity Project Clare Pooley Six...
New audiobooks for December 2025
Treat your ears with these brand-new audiobooks on our BorrowBox service, free to listen to with your library card! Includes titles by Sam McAlister, Dilly Court, Sophie Hannah and more. New to BorrowBox? Find out how to get started.A Mind of My Own Kathy Burke Kathy...
New fiction for December 2025
Looking for something new to read? Browse our fiction picks for December! Includes books by M.J. Alridge, Christian Unge, Lucy Score and more. Want more suggested books? Take a look at our recommendations.Into the Fire M.J. Alridge Helen Grace is sure she made the...