The Darwin Affair: Big Library Read 3 to 17 August
Join millions of readers around the globe in reading a historical fiction thriller eBook during Big Library Read, on OverDrive or Libby.
eResources
The library subscribes to eResources so that you can access them for free. All you need is your library card number and password / PIN.
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Tamariki - Kids
Books Alive - NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults
From Monday 27 July, enjoy Books Alive - Author Events and Virtual Storytimes - part of the NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults
Rangatahi - Teens
Booklists for teens
Loads of great reading ideas for teens - Mysteries, Graphic Novels, and more.
Local history
Christchurch Family History Expo Fri 14 & Sat 15 August
Come along to Tūranga for two days of family history events.
Te Ao Māori
Matariki 2020: Crafts, stories, and more
This year, to help everyone prepare for their Matariki celebrations we've created digital storytimes, make sheets, and craft resources.
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Tamariki - Kids
Books Alive - NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults
From Monday 27 July, enjoy Books Alive - Author Events and Virtual Storytimes - part of the NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults
Rangatahi - Teens
Booklists for teens
Loads of great reading ideas for teens - Mysteries, Graphic Novels, and more.
Local history
Christchurch Family History Expo Fri 14 & Sat 15 August
Come along to Tūranga for two days of family history events.
Te Ao Māori
Matariki 2020: Crafts, stories, and more
This year, to help everyone prepare for their Matariki celebrations we've created digital storytimes, make sheets, and craft resources.
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Recommended
Explore our recommended reading in fiction and non-fiction: literary prizes, WORD Christchurch literary events, new titles, booklists, and more.
Featured fiction
Mystery fiction reading guide
From historical whodunnits and cosy crime to psychological thrillers and Scandi noir - our guide will help you find your next mystery read.
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Hot topics
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Bill Brett Gardening talks on Sun 2, Mon 3, Tues 4 August
Bill Brett, author of Garden Pest & Disease Control – Essential NZ Guide, presents talks on pest control, and growing fruit & veges.
Ancestry Library Edition
Free remotely until 31 August. Trace your family history. Includes records from U.S., U.K., Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.
Behrouz Boochani: Writing from Manus Island
Mark reports on the Behrouz Boochani WORD Christchurch event on Friday 29 November.
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