Indie books at local libraries

An innovative scheme aimed at promoting independent book publishers has been launched at two of the borough’s libraries.

Entitled Exclusively Independent, the scheme was set up by ‘indie’ publisher Legend Press and is funded by Arts Council England.

It sees both Hammersmith Library (Shepherds Bush Road) and Fulham Library (Fulham Road) host specially designed displays to highlight work outside the mainstream. All the books will be available for visitors to borrow.

And with the council soon to launch an exciting new campaign to promote local libraries, there has never been a better time to visit your library.

Cllr Paul Bristow, cabinet member for resident’s services, said: “This is an excellent initiative and I am glad that we are supporting independent publishers. It is vital that we support small businesses during these tough economic times and some of the books available through this scheme really are a joy to read.

“Our forthcoming ‘Love your Library’ campaign is going to highlight all of the wonderful things that happen in the borough’s libraries. Libraries are of vital importance to this council - they are much more than simply places to read or borrow books from. As well as books, CDs and DVDs, they provide valuable support for children and families, online learning facilities and information on numerous local organisations. ”

Independent books available for loan are: 1948- A Soldier’s Tale- The Bloody Road to Jerusalem by Uri Avnery (One World Trade); What’s wrong with eating people? by Peter Cave (One World Trade); A Week at Waterloo by Magdalene De Lancy (Reportage Press); The Art of being Dead by Stephen Clayton (Bluemoose); Tru by Eric Melbye (Flame Books); Earth Inc. by Michael Bollen (Pic Nic); Rumble Strip by Woodrow Phoenix (Myriad Editions); White Man Falling by Mike Stocks (Alma Books); Salt & Honey by Candi Miller (Legend Press) and Fat Tuesday by Gary Davison (Paper Books).