New fiction section at Bangor Campus Library

We are delighted to announce the launch of a new fiction section at Bangor Campus Library, thanks to a generous donation of more than 130 books from Libraries NI. 

Although the SERC libraries have traditionally offered a wide range of course-related books to support the curriculum, we felt it would be beneficial for staff and students to introduce a reading for pleasure section. We are be piloting this section in Bangor Campus Library.  

Advantages of reading for pleasure: 

•  Expanding knowledge and learning: Reading opens up a world of information and ideas. Reading exposes you to different perspectives, cultures, histories, and experiences. It broadens your understanding of the world and enhances your knowledge across a wide range of topics.
• Improving language skills: Reading regularly improves your vocabulary, grammar, and language comprehension. As you encounter new words, you'll internalize them and become better at communicating, expressing yourself verbally and using them in your writing. 
• Enhancing empathy and understanding: When you immerse yourself in a story or narrative, especially from diverse backgrounds and characters, you develop empathy and a richer, deeper understanding of people with different viewpoints and life experiences. 
• Reducing stress and promoting relaxation: Reading can be a great way to unwind and escape from the stresses of everyday life. Engaging in a captivating book can help lower stress levels and provide a sense of calm and relaxation.  
• Boosting creativity and imagination: Reading fiction, in particular, stimulates your imagination. As you visualize the worlds and immerse yourself in characters described in books, your creativity is sparked, and you might find yourself coming up with new ideas and solutions in your own life. 

The new fiction section will complement our “bring a book, take a book” fabulous fiction Library (FFL) - and, unlike the FFL, you will need to use your student or staff ID at the library issue desk to borrow the books. 

Remember you can access Libraries NI e books via our e resources - E-Resources

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