Culture Waitaki Blog
The collaborative blog of Culture Waitaki, featuring thoughts and ideas from the Forrester Gallery, North Otago Museum, Waitaki District Libraries and Waitaki District Archive.
Fairy tales have captured our imagination for years. Check out the list below for stunning retellings of classic fairy tales
Kerrie’s pick is ‘Friendly Fire’ by Dale Lucas (Adult Fiction Rental, DAL)
The 11th of November 2018 is the centennial of the World War One Armistice. An armistice is a truce. Opposing forces might agree to an armistice while they work out peace terms. And that is what happened in World War One.
A cunning fantasy that will keep readers guessing until the end
Perfect for fans of Richelle Mead and Sarah J Maas
Her current read is ‘The Cruel Prince’ by Holly Black
This instalment of Riveting Reads come to you from Assistant Youth Librarian Kerrie Gamble.
Check out our list for the top ten spy novels available at our libraries!
Ever wondered what the staff at the Oamaru Library are reading? Read the list below to find out!
Top Gear has The Sting… Oamaru Library has their own Secret DVD Reviewer, a regular customer who enjoys our wide selection of Movies, TV Series and Documentary titles.
Love romances with a twist but can’t seem to find these books? Why not try some of the books listed below?
Vampires, villains and more! Check out what the Oamaru Library staff are reading today
Magic, murder, mayhem and more! Check out our top ten list detailing boarding school fiction.
A spine tingling psychological thriller that appeals to all ages
Perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn and Karin Slaughter
Her current read is ‘Small Spaces’ by Sarah Epstein
This instalment of Riveting Reads come to you from Assistant Youth Librarian Kerrie Gamble.
This year Aotearoa New Zealand is celebrating 125 years since women successfully fought to be allowed to vote in parliamentary elections. There are lots of good online resources connected with this anniversary.
In the past Museums often collected indiscriminately, becoming a bit like community attics. This applies right from major international museums to small regional museums such as the North Otago Museum and Archive.
Love Dan Brown but can’t seem to find anything similar? Why not try some of the books listed below
A fun and thrilling mix of modern day and Greek mythology
Perfect for fans of Juliet Marillier and Dan Brown
Her current read is ‘The Immortals’ by Jordanna Max Brodsky
This instalment of Riveting Reads come to you from Assistant Youth Librarian Kerrie Gamble.
Warriors and quests aplenty! Check out our list of must read medieval fiction!
Maxine’s pick is ‘Death of a Dog Whisperer’ by Laurien Berenson (Adult Fiction Paperback, BER)
Love ‘Me Before You’ but can’t seem to find a similar book? Why not try some of the books listed below?
A skillfully layered and gritty story with all the right elements
Perfect for fans of Lauren Oliver and John Green
Her current read is ‘Beautiful Broken Hearts’ by Kami Garcia
This instalment of Riveting Reads come to you from Assistant Youth Librarian Kerrie Gamble.
Fairies, falconers and more in this list of enthralling fantasy novels