Published in publiclibrarysg·5 days agoBest Reading Spots in SingaporeThe following article is contributed by the author. Views and opinions expressed are the author’s own and do not represent the views of the National Library Board and its staff. There are very few places in the city that are conducive to some quiet time when you want to get…Books3 min readBooks3 min read
Published in publiclibrarysg·Mar 75 Sing Lit Books by Female Authors to ReadAre you a fan of “Singapore literature”? Or do you gravitate to books from a different region, such as the quirky novels of Japanese author Mieko Kawakami or the fascinating historical fiction of Min Jin Lee? No matter your taste, there’s no right or wrong in reading. …Books4 min readBooks4 min read
Published in publiclibrarysg·Mar 2Top YA Books Featuring Robot ProtagonistsRobots have long been featured in the literary world. From the ever-resourceful robot cat Doraemon to the over-protective robot nanny in M3GAN, we have always loved imagining technological creations that are sentient, autonomous and develop emotional bonds with humans. Here are the top YA books to read featuring robot protagonists…Books3 min readBooks3 min read
Published in publiclibrarysg·Feb 23Things to Do at Our Libraries (March 2023)This March, pick up a new hobby, whether it’s playing an instrument or learning to write stories, and meet like-minded people! Get inspired, and make a friend or two while you’re at it!Technology3 min readTechnology3 min read
Published in publiclibrarysg·Feb 21Learn to MakeIT: A Beginner’s Guide to Sewing Digital Wearables (Part 1)Have you always wanted to learn how to sew? In this day and age, the act of sewing is not as difficult or irrelevant as many of us would assume. …DIY6 min readDIY6 min read
Published in publiclibrarysg·Feb 16Should You Buy or Borrow Books?A common dilemma faced by readers, especially those who read regularly, must be the choice of how to acquire a book. To buy or to borrow? Between heading to your nearest bookstore to browse the latest selection of books, and making a trip to the library every week, it all…Books5 min readBooks5 min read
Published in publiclibrarysg·Feb 85 Books on Self-Love When You’re Not in Love With AnyoneHave you got a date lined up for Valentine’s Day? If you don’t, perhaps you’ve just been reminded of your singlehood. …Books4 min readBooks4 min read
Published in publiclibrarysg·Feb 28 Useful Tips for Your Next Job InterviewJob interviews are some of the most nerve-wracking conversations to be had. After all, we’re expected to sell ourselves to a room of people who may be our future bosses. And while we can make intelligent guesses or obtain information from crowdsourcing websites, we never know what questions will be…Careers7 min readCareers7 min read
Published in publiclibrarysg·Jan 31Things to Do at Our Libraries (February 2023)Wouldn’t it be nice to be less anxious and more mentally prepared when life pelts you with lemons? Or maybe the solution to lowering your stress levels lies with picking up a relaxing hobby? …Mindfulness4 min readMindfulness4 min read
Published in publiclibrarysg·Jan 26Makers Next Door: Meet Jayne, Aspiring Maker and Peanuts Enthusiast23-year-old safe distancing enforcement officer Jayne Lim can sometimes be spotted at Woodlands Regional Library carrying models of her favourite Peanuts characters like Snoopy and Charlie Brown. What few may realise is that the models were made right at the library makerspace using fabrication technology like 3D printing, 3D pens…DIY5 min readDIY5 min read
