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This January, we're inviting you to plan your year of reading and join us as we embark on the National Year of Reading. Whether you're a big reader already, determined to read more, or haven’t yet found the book for you, we hope you’ll come along for the ride!
Bookmarks
Look out for Plan Your Year of Reading bookmarks in libraries from January. These feature a bookshelf design with space to record the books you want to read in 2026. We'd love to see your plans, so do share them with us @gloucestershire_libraries on Instagram and Gloucestershire Libraries on Facebook.
Reading Inspiration
Like the idea but not sure where to start? Don’t worry, our library staff are here to help! They’ve been sharing all of their favourite reads so that you can find some inspiration.
What You Are Looking For Is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama
'A heart-warming novel interlinking several individual characters who all visit their local library in times of need – if you liked Before the Coffee Gets Cold, you’ll probably love this!'
Chrissy, Gloucester Library
Don't Let Him In by Lisa Jewell
'A great psychological thriller that keeps you on your toes.'
Megan, Matson Library
Joe Nuthin's Guide to Life by Helen Fisher
'Heart-warming and insightful'
Jaqui, Newent and Lydney Library
A Court of Mist & Fury by Sarah J. Maas
'An escape to a world of fantasy and magic'
Amber, Quedgeley and Tuffley Library
Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop by Hwang Bo-reum, translated by Shanna Tan
'A moving story about finding happiness again by connecting with others set in a newly opened bookshop.'
Dani, Charlton Kings Library
Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now by Maya Angelou
'A small book full of wisdom and nuggets of truth and clarity. This helped me through a very dark time.'
Sophie, Tetbury Library
Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett
'Based in Medieval England about the building of a cathedral – wow Follett can tell a story – a must read!'
Niki, Stow-on-the-Wold Library
The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison
'A unique fantasy with an anti-revenge narrative: 18 year old half-Goblin Maia suddenly becomes emperor of the Elflands.'
Meredith, Quedgeley Library
Rivers of London by Ben Aaronovitch
'A great and thrilling paranormal crime.'
Chrizi, Quedgeley Library
The Lord of the Rings Trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien
'I don’t normally enjoy fantasy novels, but my older brother got me into this book when I was about 11 and I have read it numerous times since then. It features, hobbits, dragons and elves, but really, it’s a story of friendship and helping your friends on a quest.'
Steph, Stow-on-the-Wold Library
How to Age Disgracefully by Clare Pooley
'A funny and heart-warming story which shows that age is just a number and not a barrier to prevent you from achieving what you want.'
Katrina, Gloucester Library
