A Town Called Library
No. of pages 406
Published: 2020
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In "A Town Called Library" by Jan Andrew Henderson, the story unfolds in a small Scottish town that thrives on its vibrant community library. When the town faces the threat of closure due to funding cuts, the residents rally together, showcasing their love for literature and the sense of belonging the library provides. Through a tapestry of quirky characters and heartfelt moments, the narrative explores themes of community, resilience, and the transformative power of stories. As the townsfolk unite to save their cherished haven of knowledge, they discover the strength of their connections and the importance of preserving their shared history. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 406 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2020 by Black Hart .
Jan-Andrew Henderson runs ghost tours in Edinburgh and makes frequent appearances as 'ghostly Scotland' expert on Scottish TV. This is his first book for children. He lives in Edinburgh.