We have curated collections of book lists and recommended reads for all types of subjects. From our Centenary Collection to D-Day, there’s plenty of lists to inspire your next read.
All recommended books have links to our Catalogue or eResources so you can get busy reading!
Book List: Fashion Collection
We have curated a collection of recommended reads with the help from staff at Fashion Museum Bath, which can be used as an important and useful resource for anyone studying […]
Books with SEN Characters
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for books that have SEN characters in, this book list contains fiction, non fiction and graphic novels for all ages of children […]
Book list: Babies & Parents
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for newborns up to the age of three, and with titles for parents/carers. This book list contains non-fiction for adults and fiction […]
Book List: Crime Reading Month
For National Crime Reading Month we have curated a collection of Crime Fiction for adults. This book list contains Historical, Cosy, and Classic Crime, as well as our favourite modern […]
Book List: Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Month
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month, this book list contains fiction and non-fiction for all ages. Find out more about Gypsy, […]
Book List: Learn to Draw Manga
We have curated a collection of recommended reads to help you learn to draw manga! This book list contains books for adults and children. For Adults For Kids
Book List: Manga Series for Kids
We have curated a collection of recommended reads of younger Manga, this book list contains series aimed at ages 7-12.
Book List: Fibre Arts
We have curated a collection of recommended reads all about fibre arts. This book list is full of books, special editions, and magazines on crochet, knitting, and other fibre arts! […]
Book List: Family History Reads
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for Family History Day, this book list contains guides, memoirs and eMagazines! Talk to the experts from Bath Record Office and Bristol […]
Book List: We Love Libraries
We have curated a collection of recommended reads all about Libraries and books, this list contains adult fiction, adult non-fiction and children’s picture books, because we love libraries!
Book List: Short Listens
We have curated a collection of short eAudiobooks listens, perfect for walks! There’s crime, poetry, autobiography, plays, fantasy, classics, and funny listens, for adults and young adults. There’s also a […]
Book List: Local Author Favourites
A collection of reads recommended by authors coming to our Local Authors Fair this February as a part of our Festival of Libraries. This book list contains fiction for all […]
Book List: LGBT+
We have curated a collection of LGBT+ recommended reads, this book list contains fiction and non-fiction for different ages. Find out more about LGBT+ History Month on the official website: […]
Book List: Men’s Health
We have curated a collection of recommended reads on men’s health for Movember. This book list contains non-fiction aimed at adults and older young adults. Movember is the month-long campaign […]
Book List: Horror Novels
For Halloween, we have curated a collection of horror novels and short story collections! This book list contains books only suitable for adults.
Book List: Victoria Art Gallery Staff Recommendations
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for art lovers compiled by staff at the Victoria Art Gallery. This book list contains fiction and non-fiction) for adults.
Book List: Verse for Young Adults
Browse our recommended reads of novels in verse or poetry! These books are aimed at young adults, but adults will enjoy them too! You can discover more poetry eBooks on […]
Book List: Roald Dahl
This book list brings together some of Roald Dahl’s most beloved books for both children and adults, celebrating the breadth of his storytelling genius. Whether you’re revisiting a childhood favourite […]
Book List: Autism Resources for Families
We have curated a collection of recommended reads on Autism and Aspergers, this book list contains non-fiction, aimed at families.
Book List: Autism Resources for Adults
We have curated a collection of recommended reads on Autism and Aspergers, this book list contains fiction, non-fiction and memoirs, aimed at Adults.
Book List: Autism Resources for Young Adults
We have curated a collection of recommended reads on Autism and Aspergers, this book list contains fiction and non-fiction aimed at Young Adults. Age ranges are recommendations based on interest […]
Book List: Autism Resources for Kids
We have curated a collection of recommended reads on Autism and Aspergers, this book list contains fiction, non-fiction and picture books for Kids. Age ranges are recommendations based on interest […]
Book List: Windrush Day
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for Windrush Day, this book list contains fiction and non-fiction for all ages. In 1948, HMT Empire Windrush docked at Tilbury Docks, […]
Young Adult Books: Growing Up
Not sure what to read next? We’ve picked some young adult recommendations based on some of our favourite young adult books about growing up!
Young Adult Books: Fantasy
Not sure what to read next? We’ve picked some young adult fantasy recommendations based on some of our favourite young adult books!
Young Adult Books: Romance
Not sure what to read next? We’ve picked some young adult romance recommendations based on some of our favourite young adult books!
Book List: Refugee Week
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for Refugee week, this book list contains fiction and non-fiction for all ages. Refugee Week is a remarkable arts and culture festival that […]
Book List: D-Day for Kids
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for D-Day just for kids, this book list contains fiction and non-fiction. You can read Community Memories of the War in our […]
Book List: D-Day in Non-Fiction
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for D-Day, this book list contains non-fiction. You can read Community Memories of the War in our guest article!
Book List: D-Day in Fiction
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for D-Day, this book list contains fiction from romance to thriller. You can read Community Memories of the War in our guest […]
Centenary Collection
To celebrate 100 years of public libraries in Bath, we’ve curated a Centenary Collection! We’ve chosen our favourite books published each year from 1924 – 2024. Use the tabs below […]