LIBRARY NEWS

Return, Renew, and Read This Summer

As the year wraps up, please return any overdue library books before the holidays. This helps us keep our shelves ready for everyone. Don’t worry, you can still borrow books over the summer holidays, including HSC study guides to support your exam preparation.

Summer Reading Picks 

These are some of the hottest YA reads for summer...perfect for leisure and keeping your mind sharp. Borrow from the library or add to your Xmas wish list:

• Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros – Dragons, danger, and romance in a fantasy sensation.
• Powerless by Lauren Roberts – A thrilling YA fantasy about survival, secrets, and rebellion.
• The Prison Healer by Lynette Noni – A gripping Aussie fantasy series starter.
• A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson – A bestselling mystery perfect for fans of true crime.
• Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin – A heartfelt exploration of friendship and creativity.
• Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo – Dark fantasy heist with unforgettable characters.
• Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy – Dymocks’ 2025 Book of the Year, blending environmental themes with gripping storytelling.
• We Are the Stars by Gina Chick – A moving Australian YA about resilience and hope.
• The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes – Mystery, puzzles, and high-stakes drama.
• Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus – Though adult fiction, it’s hugely popular with older teens for its wit and empowerment.

New Additions to the Nirimba Library

Why Reading Matters 

Reading is more than study—it’s about education, recreation, and wellbeing:

• Education: Builds vocabulary, critical thinking, and exam readiness.
• Recreation: Offers adventure, romance, and mystery without leaving home.
• Wellbeing: Reduces stress, boosts empathy, and provides a healthy escape.

Visit our Library online to find out what's new in the Library.

Library Website - https://sites.google.com/parra.catholic.edu.au/nirimba-senior-library/home

Library Catalogue - https://ceop.ent.sirsidynix.net.au/client/en_GB/Nirimba

New Books - https://sites.google.com/parra.catholic.edu.au/nirimba-senior-library/books-more/new-releases

From all of us at the Nirimba Senior Library, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season. May your holidays be filled with great stories, restful days, and inspiration for the year ahead.