Wow, what a lot to fit in to one month.

At Lochend, May is such a busy month. We have lots going on, so sometimes you may think it’s hard to fit reading into your day or you don’t have time. Don’t worry, the library has the answer.  Why don’t you grab one of our Quick Reads?

Quick Reads cover all sorts of different subjects and genres, so there is something to suit everyone.  From wanting a quick story to read before bed, to not enjoying longer books, Quick Reads aren’t restricted to a single group of pupils.  I use some Quick Reads stories to tell to pupils as well, I think they are great.  And many of the books are also on dyslexia friendly paper too – so if you have dyslexia, the background printing of the stories should make them easier to read.  Check them out the next time you are in the library !

Senior Fiction.  Our seniors section has had some new books too, both for non fiction fun and reading for pleasure.  Some are enough to make you hungry. Check out this beautiful book with great, easy to follow instructions.  It might even inspire you to start your own business. However if you do make one of the cakes – save a piece for the librarian !

A local author next – from Glasgow – who has made it big in the international art world and even modelled for Manfred Thierry Mugler.  This senior title is a true story of resilience from Juano Diaz, telling of his upbringing with his mother, who had substance abuse challenges and loses her partner in a terrible accident.  Afterwards, Juano was taken into care in a children’s home and describes the difficulty fitting in, worrying about his mum and wondering what would happen to him next.

Juano was adopted by a Romany Catholic family from Glasgow and the main narrative of the book describes how he recognises his sexuality and how this isn’t something compatible with his adopted family’s beliefs or way of life.  As a young teenager he leaves home, ending up homeless and sharing bedsits / flats with addicts.  However, Juano fights his way away from the lifestyle.  To find out what happens next, you just have to read the book.  So much packed into one novel.  It’s available in the library, but be quick, this is such a great biography it won’t be on the shelves for long.

And of course, it’s exam season in all schools just now, so the library is very quiet with everyone studying for their upcoming exams.  Good luck Lochend – we know you can do it !  And remember, taking a break from studying to read a book helps relax your mind and can aid in getting to sleep.  So build reading into that daily routine, and before you know it, you won’t be able to go a day without it