Clover
@cloveroverover.bsky.social
Here for anything public libraries, early literacy, local government & opportunities-for-young-people related.
Sticks googly eyes on things 👀 Loves a cheeseboard. 🧀 She/her.
Sticks googly eyes on things 👀 Loves a cheeseboard. 🧀 She/her.
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We got a great question recently asking for books about different family set ups.
Our Book Doctors are here to help with all your book-related queries, including recommendations on particular topics or for different kinds of readers.
Got a question for them? Drop it in the comments 👇
Our Book Doctors are here to help with all your book-related queries, including recommendations on particular topics or for different kinds of readers.
Got a question for them? Drop it in the comments 👇
January 14, 2026 at 4:53 PM
We got a great question recently asking for books about different family set ups.
Our Book Doctors are here to help with all your book-related queries, including recommendations on particular topics or for different kinds of readers.
Got a question for them? Drop it in the comments 👇
Our Book Doctors are here to help with all your book-related queries, including recommendations on particular topics or for different kinds of readers.
Got a question for them? Drop it in the comments 👇
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Despite prison libraries being a statutory right, 68% of prisoners don't feel that people in their prison get enough access to the library and 25% are not able to access it at all www.thebookseller.com/news/most-pr...
Prisoners face obstacles to library access despite 'life-saving' benefits, ACE report warns
A new report published by ACE – Raising the Profile of Prison Libraries – has highlighted the barriers to a library access facing UK prisoners, despite evidence of myriad benefits.
www.thebookseller.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Despite prison libraries being a statutory right, 68% of prisoners don't feel that people in their prison get enough access to the library and 25% are not able to access it at all www.thebookseller.com/news/most-pr...
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We hear and read much about 'social value' in conjunction with public #Libraries, but what does the term really mean?
Our Regional Development Administrator Chad Bentley explains...
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/social-...
Our Regional Development Administrator Chad Bentley explains...
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/social-...
January 9, 2026 at 11:20 AM
We hear and read much about 'social value' in conjunction with public #Libraries, but what does the term really mean?
Our Regional Development Administrator Chad Bentley explains...
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/social-...
Our Regional Development Administrator Chad Bentley explains...
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/social-...
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📢 Calling all libraries!
#BookTrustStorytime voting is now open - this is your chance to share families' views and help us pick the next BookTrust Storytime winner.
👉 Check your email for all the details you need!
@librariesconnected.bsky.social @librariesrising.bsky.social @cilip.bsky.social
#BookTrustStorytime voting is now open - this is your chance to share families' views and help us pick the next BookTrust Storytime winner.
👉 Check your email for all the details you need!
@librariesconnected.bsky.social @librariesrising.bsky.social @cilip.bsky.social
January 7, 2026 at 5:52 PM
📢 Calling all libraries!
#BookTrustStorytime voting is now open - this is your chance to share families' views and help us pick the next BookTrust Storytime winner.
👉 Check your email for all the details you need!
@librariesconnected.bsky.social @librariesrising.bsky.social @cilip.bsky.social
#BookTrustStorytime voting is now open - this is your chance to share families' views and help us pick the next BookTrust Storytime winner.
👉 Check your email for all the details you need!
@librariesconnected.bsky.social @librariesrising.bsky.social @cilip.bsky.social
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What a wonderful way to begin the New Year!
We’re delighted to share that our Chair, Annabel Gittins and Treasurer, Anna Simmons have been recognised in The New Year Honours List 2026.
🏅 Annabel Gittins: For services to Young People
🏅 Anna Simmons: For services to Libraries
We’re delighted to share that our Chair, Annabel Gittins and Treasurer, Anna Simmons have been recognised in The New Year Honours List 2026.
🏅 Annabel Gittins: For services to Young People
🏅 Anna Simmons: For services to Libraries
January 6, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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January 1, 2026 at 1:39 PM
December 28, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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As we approach the end of a year of opportunities and challenges for public #Libraries, we cast our minds back to reflect on our work.
Here are some of the highlights from the projects, programmes, events and advocacy we have delivered in 2025.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/our-hig...
Here are some of the highlights from the projects, programmes, events and advocacy we have delivered in 2025.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/our-hig...
December 19, 2025 at 12:07 PM
As we approach the end of a year of opportunities and challenges for public #Libraries, we cast our minds back to reflect on our work.
Here are some of the highlights from the projects, programmes, events and advocacy we have delivered in 2025.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/our-hig...
Here are some of the highlights from the projects, programmes, events and advocacy we have delivered in 2025.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/our-hig...
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🎉 Congratulations to the 20 libraries that have joined the Libraries Development Framework 🎉
We're so pleased to celebrate every service selected and we look forward to seeing their impact for children, young people and their wider communities!
Explore the full list: buff.ly/qE4jRj2
We're so pleased to celebrate every service selected and we look forward to seeing their impact for children, young people and their wider communities!
Explore the full list: buff.ly/qE4jRj2
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December 10, 2025 at 11:52 AM
🎉 Congratulations to the 20 libraries that have joined the Libraries Development Framework 🎉
We're so pleased to celebrate every service selected and we look forward to seeing their impact for children, young people and their wider communities!
Explore the full list: buff.ly/qE4jRj2
We're so pleased to celebrate every service selected and we look forward to seeing their impact for children, young people and their wider communities!
Explore the full list: buff.ly/qE4jRj2
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Our all ages @loudinlibraries.bsky.social matinee show at Lancaster Library with Get Down Services is already half sold out after going on sale at 10am - great fun band and a wizard way to spend a Sunday afternoon #libraries Psst.. @eddierobson.bsky.social
Tix www.seetickets.com/event/get-do...
Tix www.seetickets.com/event/get-do...
December 5, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Our all ages @loudinlibraries.bsky.social matinee show at Lancaster Library with Get Down Services is already half sold out after going on sale at 10am - great fun band and a wizard way to spend a Sunday afternoon #libraries Psst.. @eddierobson.bsky.social
Tix www.seetickets.com/event/get-do...
Tix www.seetickets.com/event/get-do...
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ICYMI: Ahead of the National Year of Reading, the Education Committee has launched a new inquiry to understand how reading can be nurtured following the decline in the number of children reading for pleasure 👇 #BookSky
MPs launch inquiry into how the joy of reading can be kept alive
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November 30, 2025 at 8:17 AM
ICYMI: Ahead of the National Year of Reading, the Education Committee has launched a new inquiry to understand how reading can be nurtured following the decline in the number of children reading for pleasure 👇 #BookSky
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The wait is finally over… our new brand is here.
Welcome to Libraries Rising!
We’re creating libraries of tomorrow with children and young people today, and we’re so excited to share this next chapter with you.
Watch Tabitha’s announcement and explore our new website: librariesrising.org.uk
Welcome to Libraries Rising!
We’re creating libraries of tomorrow with children and young people today, and we’re so excited to share this next chapter with you.
Watch Tabitha’s announcement and explore our new website: librariesrising.org.uk
November 19, 2025 at 4:48 PM
The wait is finally over… our new brand is here.
Welcome to Libraries Rising!
We’re creating libraries of tomorrow with children and young people today, and we’re so excited to share this next chapter with you.
Watch Tabitha’s announcement and explore our new website: librariesrising.org.uk
Welcome to Libraries Rising!
We’re creating libraries of tomorrow with children and young people today, and we’re so excited to share this next chapter with you.
Watch Tabitha’s announcement and explore our new website: librariesrising.org.uk
An inspiring day at the first @librariesrising.bsky.social online conference. A new name and a new brand - exciting times ahead! 😍
PS. I LOVED hearing @mychal3ts.bsky.social speak!
#LibraryJoy
PS. I LOVED hearing @mychal3ts.bsky.social speak!
#LibraryJoy
November 19, 2025 at 4:28 PM
An inspiring day at the first @librariesrising.bsky.social online conference. A new name and a new brand - exciting times ahead! 😍
PS. I LOVED hearing @mychal3ts.bsky.social speak!
#LibraryJoy
PS. I LOVED hearing @mychal3ts.bsky.social speak!
#LibraryJoy
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The Libraries Connected Awards are a reminder of the importance of #Libraries and the people who work in them, celebrating the variety of support they deliver on a daily basis.
Our 2026 Awards are open for nominations now.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/libraries-co...
Our 2026 Awards are open for nominations now.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/libraries-co...
November 17, 2025 at 11:59 AM
The Libraries Connected Awards are a reminder of the importance of #Libraries and the people who work in them, celebrating the variety of support they deliver on a daily basis.
Our 2026 Awards are open for nominations now.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/libraries-co...
Our 2026 Awards are open for nominations now.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/libraries-co...
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We believe in the future of libraries. We believe in amplifying the voices of children and young people. We believe change can be good.
Be amongst the first to hear what’s changing for our charity at our conference, going live in 2 days.
Book your place: events.ringcentral.com/events/ascel...
Be amongst the first to hear what’s changing for our charity at our conference, going live in 2 days.
Book your place: events.ringcentral.com/events/ascel...
November 17, 2025 at 8:46 AM
We believe in the future of libraries. We believe in amplifying the voices of children and young people. We believe change can be good.
Be amongst the first to hear what’s changing for our charity at our conference, going live in 2 days.
Book your place: events.ringcentral.com/events/ascel...
Be amongst the first to hear what’s changing for our charity at our conference, going live in 2 days.
Book your place: events.ringcentral.com/events/ascel...
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Half Happy at Blackpool Central Library for a Get It Loud In Libraries gig. Great band and a nice crowd too
November 16, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Half Happy at Blackpool Central Library for a Get It Loud In Libraries gig. Great band and a nice crowd too
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Better Joy, Get It Loud in Libraries, Blackpool 🤩
November 16, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Better Joy, Get It Loud in Libraries, Blackpool 🤩
Excited!
Something new is coming...
Only 7 days until a new vision for our charity begins… curious?
Find out first at our Virtual Conference on 19th November: events.ringcentral.com/events/ascel...
Only 7 days until a new vision for our charity begins… curious?
Find out first at our Virtual Conference on 19th November: events.ringcentral.com/events/ascel...
November 13, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Excited!
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The new virtual autumn conference from @ascelnetwork.bsky.social on 19 November is all about fresh perspectives, innovative ideas and creative sparks.
Speakers will address the theme of creating the #Libraries of tomorrow, with children and young people today.
ascel.org.uk/ascel-confer...
Speakers will address the theme of creating the #Libraries of tomorrow, with children and young people today.
ascel.org.uk/ascel-confer...
November 4, 2025 at 1:13 PM
The new virtual autumn conference from @ascelnetwork.bsky.social on 19 November is all about fresh perspectives, innovative ideas and creative sparks.
Speakers will address the theme of creating the #Libraries of tomorrow, with children and young people today.
ascel.org.uk/ascel-confer...
Speakers will address the theme of creating the #Libraries of tomorrow, with children and young people today.
ascel.org.uk/ascel-confer...
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Congratulations to Lancashire Adult Learning, winner of the Healthier Futures Award at #GetTheNationLearning Awards run by @learnworkuk.bsky.social.
A partnership with Lancashire #Libraries has created learning programmes tailored to community needs.
www.burnleyexpress.net/education/la...
A partnership with Lancashire #Libraries has created learning programmes tailored to community needs.
www.burnleyexpress.net/education/la...
Lancashire partnership opens doors to lifelong learning through local libraries
Lancashire Adult Learning has won the ‘Healthier Futures’ Award at the Get the Nation Learning Awards this year for its success in improving the health of Lancashire residents through bespoke learning...
www.burnleyexpress.net
November 5, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Congratulations to Lancashire Adult Learning, winner of the Healthier Futures Award at #GetTheNationLearning Awards run by @learnworkuk.bsky.social.
A partnership with Lancashire #Libraries has created learning programmes tailored to community needs.
www.burnleyexpress.net/education/la...
A partnership with Lancashire #Libraries has created learning programmes tailored to community needs.
www.burnleyexpress.net/education/la...
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The government has pledged to create the healthiest generation of children ever.
But did you know that shared reading can support this goal?
That's because reading has benefits for mental wellbeing, self-esteem, socio-emotional skills and self-regulation.
Find out more 👇
https://bit.ly/4qiuQnZ
But did you know that shared reading can support this goal?
That's because reading has benefits for mental wellbeing, self-esteem, socio-emotional skills and self-regulation.
Find out more 👇
https://bit.ly/4qiuQnZ
October 22, 2025 at 11:06 AM
The government has pledged to create the healthiest generation of children ever.
But did you know that shared reading can support this goal?
That's because reading has benefits for mental wellbeing, self-esteem, socio-emotional skills and self-regulation.
Find out more 👇
https://bit.ly/4qiuQnZ
But did you know that shared reading can support this goal?
That's because reading has benefits for mental wellbeing, self-esteem, socio-emotional skills and self-regulation.
Find out more 👇
https://bit.ly/4qiuQnZ
A uniquely #Blackpool mark of the change of season is arriving at work and the tower lights are on. #autumn
October 13, 2025 at 7:10 AM
A uniquely #Blackpool mark of the change of season is arriving at work and the tower lights are on. #autumn
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95% of our partners feel our Early Years programmes support them to engage with families - and are effective at helping families to get reading together.
Find out more about how we work with Early Years practitioners in our latest Impact Report:
https://bit.ly/4q5gxCU
Find out more about how we work with Early Years practitioners in our latest Impact Report:
https://bit.ly/4q5gxCU
October 12, 2025 at 8:14 AM
95% of our partners feel our Early Years programmes support them to engage with families - and are effective at helping families to get reading together.
Find out more about how we work with Early Years practitioners in our latest Impact Report:
https://bit.ly/4q5gxCU
Find out more about how we work with Early Years practitioners in our latest Impact Report:
https://bit.ly/4q5gxCU
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We welcome the news that the government have committed to 'providing a library in every primary school’. School Library Services provide a wide range of stock, expertise and resources. They're the most cost-effective model and need to be at the forefront of this important plan.
tinyurl.com/yapr86vd
tinyurl.com/yapr86vd
The overlooked service that could make plans for a library in every primary school in England a reality
Libraries should be an inclusive resource for communities of children with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and learning needs.
tinyurl.com
October 2, 2025 at 2:18 PM
We welcome the news that the government have committed to 'providing a library in every primary school’. School Library Services provide a wide range of stock, expertise and resources. They're the most cost-effective model and need to be at the forefront of this important plan.
tinyurl.com/yapr86vd
tinyurl.com/yapr86vd
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The Libraries Connected Awards 2026 are now open for nominations!
We want to hear about, and celebrate, the individuals and teams working in public #Libraries who change the lives of their communities.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/libraries-co...
We want to hear about, and celebrate, the individuals and teams working in public #Libraries who change the lives of their communities.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/libraries-co...
October 2, 2025 at 9:13 AM
The Libraries Connected Awards 2026 are now open for nominations!
We want to hear about, and celebrate, the individuals and teams working in public #Libraries who change the lives of their communities.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/libraries-co...
We want to hear about, and celebrate, the individuals and teams working in public #Libraries who change the lives of their communities.
www.librariesconnected.org.uk/libraries-co...