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A round-up of book lists and book reviews, programmes at the libraries and a bookish lifestyle.

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  • Best Reading Spots in Singapore

    Best Reading Spots in Singapore

    Want to escape the buzz of city life? Check out these spots to grab a book and treat yourself to some quiet time.
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    Mar 15
    5 Sing Lit Books by Female Authors to Read

    5 Sing Lit Books by Female Authors to Read

    This International Women’s Day, check out five books by female authors who have put Singapore on the map with their writing.
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    Mar 7
    Top YA Books Featuring Robot Protagonists

    Top YA Books Featuring Robot Protagonists

    Robots have long been featured in popular literature and blockbuster films. Here are the top YA books that imagine an AI-driven world.
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    Mar 1
    Things to Do at Our Libraries (March 2023)

    Things to Do at Our Libraries (March 2023)

    Immerse yourself in a new activity, whether it’s learning how to make your own compost or brushing up on your writing skills.
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    Feb 22
    Learn to MakeIT: A Beginner’s Guide to Sewing Digital Wearables (Part 1)

    Learn to MakeIT: A Beginner’s Guide to Sewing Digital Wearables (Part 1)

    If you’ve been wanting to pick up sewing but are unsure of where to start, check out our guide to creating your own unique wearables.
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    Feb 20
    Should You Buy or Borrow Books?

    Should You Buy or Borrow Books?

    If you read a lot, you may wonder if it’s better to buy or borrow books. This guide will help you make a more informed choice next time.
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    Feb 15
    5 Books on Self-Love When You’re Not in Love With Anyone

    5 Books on Self-Love When You’re Not in Love With Anyone

    Looking for meaningful ways to spend Valentine’s Day? These five books tell you everything you should know about self-love.
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    Feb 7
    8 Useful Tips for Your Next Job Interview

    8 Useful Tips for Your Next Job Interview

    Job interviews are nerve-wracking. Check out these tips to help you present the best version of yourself to your interviewers.
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Feb 1
    Things to Do at Our Libraries (February 2023)

    Things to Do at Our Libraries (February 2023)

    Build up your emotional resilience, learn about free motion embroidery, understand what machine learning is, and more.
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    Jan 30
    Makers Next Door: Meet Jayne, Aspiring Maker And Peanuts Enthusiast

    Makers Next Door: Meet Jayne, Aspiring Maker And Peanuts Enthusiast

    Find out how the 23-year-old learnt to use the laser cutter, and her journey creating the entire set of Peanuts characters using the 3D…
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Jan 25
    How to Break into the Data Science Field (Without a Data Science Degree)

    How to Break into the Data Science Field (Without a Data Science Degree)

    Data literacy is a highly sought-after and useful skill. Improve your understanding of data science with these free courses and resources.
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    Jan 18
    On Saori Weaving with library@orchard’s Resident, Natalia Tan

    On Saori Weaving with library@orchard’s Resident, Natalia Tan

    What exactly is Saori weaving and how does Natalia use it to co-create with others and reduce textile waste?
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Jan 11
    Strong Money Mindsets to Help You Cope with Inflation

    Strong Money Mindsets to Help You Cope with Inflation

    Looking for actionable steps to take charge of your financial game? Check out these books—there’s a whole lot of wisdom to gain!
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Jan 4
    Things to Do at Our Libraries (January 2023)

    Things to Do at Our Libraries (January 2023)

    Strengthen your understanding of robo-advisors, teeth and gum health, intergenerational relationships, and more.
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    Dec 28, 2022
    So You Want To Be a Start-Up Founder?

    So You Want To Be a Start-Up Founder?

    Think you have the stomach to start your own business and be your own boss? Read these books first to boost your chances of success!
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Dec 21, 2022
    Embrace the Learning Curve: Volunteer Philip Au on Teaching Videography

    Embrace the Learning Curve: Volunteer Philip Au on Teaching Videography

    Learn how the cross-pollination of his experiences has helped him to develop teaching techniques for his classes.
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Dec 14, 2022
    5 Tips to Overcome Your Child’s Picky Eating

    5 Tips to Overcome Your Child’s Picky Eating

    Mealtimes can turn into a battle of wills if you’re a parent. Find out how to help your kid be more adventurous with food.
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Dec 7, 2022
    Why We Love Coming-of-Age Stories

    Why We Love Coming-of-Age Stories

    Every now and then, new coming-of-age stories emerge in drama serials, films and books. What is it about these stories that captivate us?
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Nov 30, 2022
    Things to Do at Our Libraries (December 2022)

    Things to Do at Our Libraries (December 2022)

    Do you find complex marketing concepts confusing? Can knee pain turn into something more serious? Find out in our December programmes!
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    Nov 29, 2022
    4 #BookTok Books That Are Actually Worth Your Time

    4 #BookTok Books That Are Actually Worth Your Time

    With so many hyped books and recommendations on TikTok, we think these four deserve to be in your priority queue.
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Nov 23, 2022
    Makerspaces: What They Are and How You Can Benefit from Them

    Makerspaces: What They Are and How You Can Benefit from Them

    More than just places that offer easy access to tools and equipment, makerspaces are places that foster curiosity and creativity.
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Nov 16, 2022
    What Do Human-Animal Relationships in Literature Say About Us?

    What Do Human-Animal Relationships in Literature Say About Us?

    Is there anything we can learn about ourselves and our culture through these imaginary representations?
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Nov 9, 2022
    Fact or Fiction: On Forensic Science with Crime Writer and Journalist Liz Porter

    Fact or Fiction: On Forensic Science with Crime Writer and Journalist Liz Porter

    “Real forensic scientists don’t get written about, so it’s important that when somebody writes about them, that they get it correct.”
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Oct 31, 2022
    Things to Do at Our Libraries (November 2022)

    Things to Do at Our Libraries (November 2022)

    Find out how to soothe your aching soles, preserve precious family heirlooms, prepare a will, and more.
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Oct 27, 2022
    Show, Don’t Tell: These Authors Show How It’s Done

    Show, Don’t Tell: These Authors Show How It’s Done

    You might have heard “a picture paints a thousand words”, but what about the reverse — painting a picture with a thousand words?
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    Public Libraries Singapore
    Oct 26, 2022
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