Your library news

Issue 48, November 2009

Keeping you up-to-date with what's happening in East Sussex libraries.

Win book reservations

Win five free reservations for the books of your choice – click on Subscribe to this newsletter to enter next month's competition.

We've upgraded our E-library online services

We've improved our E-library services, including the way you sign in, more search options, and a shorter reservation process. Check our new features and how to use them on our page what has changed on the E-library.

Book of the month – 'Freemasonry' by W Kirk MacNulty

Dan Brown novels about 'The Lost Symbol' and 'The Da Vinci Code' have created a renewed interest in freemasonry. Explore the history, beliefs and symbols and secrets of the mysterious organisation in this comprehensive guide. Try our recommendations for book of the month.

Most popular CD – 'The fame' by Lady GaGa

With catchy tunes such as 'Let's dance', the flamboyant Lady GaGa has appeared in Top 10 charts everywhere from Australia to Switzerland, as well as here in our own libraries. Borrow our Top 10 CDs.

'Books, words and letters' photography competition

Thank you to everyone who entered this year's photography competition. We received many impressive and very original photographs. You can now see the winning photos.

Quest Seekers winners announced

We've held a prize draw for children who completed this year's summer reading challenge. Find out if you've won tickets, a goody bag or a book token on our competitions page.

Best-selling crime author Peter James is coming to Hailsham

Murder and mayhem will be the topic of discussion for fans of crime fiction, as Peter James appears at Hailsham Pavilion on Thursday 26 November. For details and how to book your ticket, read our press release.

Discover your library

Who do you think you are? Learn how to trace your ancestors at our quick courses on Saturday mornings in Eastbourne Library. Check available dates and how to book our 'Discover family history!' courses.