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Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· 7d

Module leaders! To ensure students have access to directed reading for Semester One 2026/27, please submit your reading lists by Friday 14th August. Submitting is straightforward: just make any necessary changes to the list and click the 'Publish' button. #NorthumbriaLibrary

Library aisle lined with tall shelves of books on both sides, leading to a study desk at the far end under fluorescent lighting, blue carpet running down the middle.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· 9d

Enjoy the ‘book of the film’ this summer at the library, via our themed spotlight display on the ground floor of the Library! #NorthumbriaLibrary

Book of the film spotlight display on ground floor of Northumbria University City Campus Library, photo by library staff.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· 16d

Lose yourself in a summer read via our new spotlight display in the Library Basement! We have something for everyone. #NorthumbriaLibrary

Summer Reads spotlight display in the basement of Northumbria University City Campus Library, photo by library staff.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· 27d

To celebrate the release of the film 'The Odyssey', you can now check out the audiobook first! See our 'Books Made into Movies' OverDrive collection for more titles, such as Dune and Project Hail Mary: northumbriauni.overdrive.com/collection/1... #NorthumbriaLibrary

Cover of Homer's 'The Odyssey' audiobook, read by Sir Ian McKellen, translated by Robert Fagles, with introduction by Bernard Knox. Orange background with a stylized ancient Greek ship design in purple line art, and a red banner with the title.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· 28d

Explore the British Online Archives, featuring content carefully sourced from both private and public archives, such as The National Archives (UK) and The British Library. #NorthumbriaLibrary library.northumbria.ac.uk/az.php?q=bri...

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Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Jul 1

Are you an academic and would like help with your reading list? Contact the Reading Lists Service to arrange a training session on creating/editing reading lists, delivered in person or via Teams. Book a time and date: northumbriauniversity.libwizard.com/f/book-a-demo #NorthumbriaLibrary

Headset resting on an open laptop in a conference room. Photo by Pexels.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Jun 26

Explore BFI Player from the British Film Institute, streaming acclaimed landmark and archive films from Britain and Europe as well as international releases and film collections, including the BFI Flare LGBTQIA+ collection, showcasing icons of queer cinema. #NorthumbriaLibrary

Shot of a small cinema with red and pink lighting, taken from outside, people are visible in the lobby, by Myke Simon on Unsplash.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Jun 24

Read ebooks your way! You can adjust the way Libby looks and acts to suit your reading needs. Change the e-book's font, text size, lighting and more! Browse our OverDrive collection: northumbriauni.overdrive.com #NorthumbriaLibrary

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Jun 17

June is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month - celebrating and raising awareness of GRT history & culture. GRTHM aims to help to tackle prejudice and amplify the voices of Gypsies, Roma and Travellers in wider society. #NorthumbriaLibrary #GRTHM26 www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/new...

Graphic for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month 2026, with the message ‘Onwards With Hope’.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Jun 15

LGBT Magazine Archive traces the history and evolution of LGBT history and culture, dating from the 1950s through to recent years, covering lifestyle, politics, social attitudes, activism and arts. #NorthumbriaLibrary

A selection of colourful magazine, lain open to form a pattern, by kconcha on Pixabay.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Jun 4

Borrow with Pride from our new spotlight displays at both City Campus & Coach Lane libraries! Featuring content from our Represented Reading and wider Library collections. #NorthumbriaLibrary #Pridemonth2026

Pride Month spotlight display, Northumbria University Library, photos by library staff.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· May 29

Explore the world of graphic novels and comic books with our current spotlight display! We have everything from manga Shakespeare to golden age superheroes. #NorthumbriaLibrary

Graphic novels spotlight display at Northumbria University City Campus Library, photo by library staff.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· May 19

The Horror Studies Research Group are hosting the Horror Studies Now conference next week. Want to dig up more from the world of horror studies? Check out reading list MI6022: The Modern Horror Film. northumbria.rl.talis.com/index.html #NorthumbriaLibrary @horrorstudies.bsky.social

Book cover of "Phases of the Moon: A Cultural History of the Werewolf Film" by Craig Ian Mann, featuring illustrated werewolf heads howling before a full moon.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· May 11

Looking to get the most out of your Reading Lists to help prepare for your assessments? Click the link to see our student guide to the online Reading List service: northumbria.rl.talis.com/index.html #NorthumbriaLibrary

Screenshot of Northumbria University's Reading Lists webpage, with a green arrow pointing to the "Reading List Support for Students" link in the top navigation menu.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Apr 29

AM Digital Primary Sources provides digital primary sources for teaching and research – including Eighteenth Century Drama, Mass Observation, Race Relations in America & The First World War. Find it via the Library A-Z. #NorthumbriaLibrary

A box of old sepia toned historical photographs, by Fabien Barral on Unsplash.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Apr 23

Join in the #ReadingHour! From 7pm to 8pm today, people across the UK dedicate time to reading. Check out our OverDrive ebook and audiobook collection today: northumbriauni.overdrive.com #NorthumbriaLibrary

Promotional graphic for World Book Night by The Reading Agency, featuring six book covers: Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins, The Surrogate Mother by Freida McFadden, Kindred by Octavia E. Butler, Yellowface by Rebecca F. Kuang, Don't Let Him In by Lisa Jewell, and Where the Wildflowers Grow by Terah Shelton Harris. Text reads "World Book Night" and "Go All In – National Year of Reading 2026."

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Apr 23

Not only does today mark St George's Day, it's also the anniversary of one of England's greatest playwrights, William Shakespeare. For more Bard-related resources, follow the link to check out reading list 'EL6021: Shaking up Shakespeare': northumbria.rl.talis.com/index.html "But go at once!"

Bookshelf with multiple copies of "William Shakespeare Complete Works," featuring a floral design, red roses, and green leaves. Tone is classic and literary.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Apr 22

The BBC Shakespeare Archive provides access to hundreds of BBC television and radio broadcasts of Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets, classic interviews with key actors and adaptations by the Royal Shakespeare Company. #NorthumbriaLibrary library.northumbria.ac.uk/az.php?a=b

A close up of an open copy of Macbeth, with colourful lights surrounding, by Matt Riches on Unsplash.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Apr 15

The BBC Literary Archive includes over 2000 programmes from the BBC’s archive of literary adaptations, radio and televised performances, children’s literature, literary critiques and recorded book readings. #NorthumbriaLibrary library.northumbria.ac.uk/az.php?a=b

Old Film reel with all of the film gathered around it, by Jill Marv on Unsplash.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Apr 10

Celebrating Northumbrian people and identity, the 58th Morpeth Northumbrian Gathering is a three-day festival starting today. 'The Northumbrians' is amongst numerous titles on reading list AD3035, which explores the culture and history of the north east: northumbria.rl.talis.com/index.html

The image shows the book "The Northumbrians: North-East England and Its People" by Dan Jackson on a colourful background of Northumbrian illustrations and dialect words, depicting historical scenes and figures. The book cover features a scenic landscape of Hadrian's Wall.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Apr 9

Did you know there are books dedicated to Wellbeing for you to enjoy in the Library Basement at City Campus and the Learning Café at Coach Lane? Pick a book, find a sunny spot and relax! #NorthumbriaLibrary librarysearch.northumbria.ac.uk/primo-explor...

An open book lies in the grass, with daises and clover in the foreground, by congerdesign on Pixabay

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Mar 31

Transgender Day of Visibility is an annual observance that takes place on March 31st to celebrate trans and non-binary people. You can find books exploring trans identities in our Represented Reading collection. #NorthumbriaLibrary librarysearch.northumbria.ac.uk/primo-explor...

A copy of Trans Power by Juno Roche on shelf in the Represented Reading Collection, Northumbria University Library. Photo by library staff.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Mar 30

Listen while you study. While you relax. While you cook. Whatever you're doing, take OverDrive with you. Explore our audiobook and ebook collection: northumbriauni.overdrive.com #NorthumbriaLibrary

Cover of "Pies and Prejudice" by Stuart Maconie, with OverDrive, Libby app and Northumbria University logos underneath. Above the cover is the text "Listen while you study." Background shows stationery.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Mar 19

Our Recommend Service welcomes requests from staff and students for new resources that support the University's current teaching and research interests. If there's a resource you'd like to see in our collection, let us know: library.northumbria.ac.uk/recommend #NorthumbriaLibrary

Books on a wooden shelf, including titles such as "The Art of Fiction," "Writing a Dissertation," and "Patterns," all standing upright side by side.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Mar 18

Explore BFI Flare from Wednesday 18th to Sunday 29th March, celebrating the best new LGBTQIA+ cinema from around the world. From curated collections to short documentary specials. Explore BFI Player via the Library A-Z. #NorthumbriaLibrary library.northumbria.ac.uk/az.php?a=b

Neon rainbow lighting illuminates positive messages written on a wall, by Jason Leung on Unsplash.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Mar 12

In celebration of University Mental Health Day, the Library is shining a spotlight on our Wellbeing Collection. A student-curated selection of cosy reads, uplifting stories, and thought-provoking books. Pop by the display, you might just find the perfect read at the right moment. #NorthumbriaLibrary

A selection of books from the Wellbeing collection, alongside posters highlighting University Mental Health Day.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Mar 6

Are you a Northumbria academic and would like to make changes to your reading list? To get permissions, please fill in the form that can be found here: library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists... #NorthumbriaLibrary"

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Feb 26

You took the chance – now tell us why. What drew you to our blind date display and did your book live up to the mystery? We’d love you hear your story below. #NorthumbriaLibrary

A white background with two pink and white posters with the title 'find your match' and a book covered in brown paper in the foreground with the question 'will it be love at first page'.

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Feb 20

Northumbria University Library@northumbrialibrary· Feb 6

Celebrate the birthday of Charles Dickens this weekend by exploring his classic works. Dickens created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. #NorthumbriaLibrary