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Microfilm Reader Maintenance

Unfortunately, our microfilm reader is out of action at the moment as it is undergoing a bit of routine maintenance. We hope to have it back up and running again soon.

October literary fiction roundup

Explore the suggestions for your next reads.

Newly arrived fiction from Aotearoa New Zealand

Reader Review - Ash by Louise Wallace

Nelson Arts Festival - Pukapuka Talks 2024

Read the books before you see the talks!

Elma Turner book chat August

Stoke book chat August

What we read in August

If you love... quirky Japan

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori

Te reo Māori ake ake ake! Join Nelson Public Libraries in celebrating one of Aotearoa's official languages! Click here to see our Te Wiki o te reo Māori event schedule!

Reader Review - Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange

A vital and complex read from the author of There, There.

Recently arrived Fantasy Fiction

Festival of Adult Learning Ahurei Ākonga

Join us at The Festival of Adult Learning! There are some fantastic events designed to celebrate and enhance learning. Let’s come together, share knowledge, and grow as a community.

If you loved... food memoires and novels edition

August mystery and thriller roundup

What We Read in July

Stoke Book Chat - July

Newly arrived science fiction

The Seed Library is back

Big thanks to the volunteers who have the Seed Library back in action, just in time for your seasonal planting. Join us to the event held on Wednesday 28 August 12:30 to 3pm at Elma Turner Library.

Our favourite books about siblings