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Staff Pick: Agatha Christie - 100 Years of Mystery

Marking 100 years since the publication of her iconic novel The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, we are inviting readers to rediscover the Queen of Crime this summer. Our library staff have selected their favourites from across her remarkable backlist, whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering her for the first time, there’s a perfect mystery waiting to be solved.
28 May 2026

EU Reads – Discover Europe Through Books

Dublin City Council Libraries celebrate Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union with EU Reads — a curated collection showcasing literature from all 27 EU Member States.

Discover literature from across Europe and join events in your local library from July to January.
25 May 2026

A Summer Adventure with Summer Stars

Summer Stars runs from the 2 of June - 31 of August 2026. Get Reading! Now that school is over you can still spark your imagination, join in activities and take part in our exciting Summer Stars challenge.
25 May 2026

Dublin Literary Award Shortlist 2026

The novels nominated and shortlisted for the Award will be available for readers to borrow from Dublin City Libraries and from public libraries around Ireland, or can be borrowed as eBooks and some as eAudiobooks on the free Borrowbox app, available to all public library users.
7 April 2026