Mini library: small cabinets full of big stories

Do you know that feeling when you close a book that has touched your heart a little? You would actually like to pass it on to everyone. Welcome to the wonderful world of the mini library: a small cabinet that is full of warmth, sharing and discovery. Because let's be honest, what is cozier than a neighborhood where books cross the street?

What is a mini library?

A mini library is actually exactly what the word says: a mini library. No passes, no fines, no culture of silence. Just a cozy cupboard, somewhere in a front garden, on a school wall or at a sports club. And in it? Books. For you, for me, for everyone. You can borrow, exchange, leave or just take whatever appeals to you. From children's books to thrillers, from cookbooks to poetry - you never know what you'll find, and that makes it extra fun.

Why is a mini library so special?

Because it's all about sharing . And let's be honest, we live in a time where sharing is the new having. A mini library is not an anonymous place, but a cheerful nod from your neighborhood to you. It's that sweet neighbor who lends you her favorite book without you knowing her. It's a child who leaves his first AVI books behind, so that another child can learn to read too. And it's that one novel that you just pick up on a rainy Sunday and that gives you exactly what you need at that moment.

How did the mini library come about?

At a time when libraries are disappearing and bookstores are closing, people decided to take matters into their own hands. Because letting books gather dust is just a waste. That's how the idea of ​​the mini library came about - a citizen initiative with a warm heart . Just like car sharing, exchanging plants or cooking together for the neighbourhood, it is a wonderful example of how you can make a big difference with something small.

Want to start your own mini library?

Want to join in? You can start very simply. An old cupboard, a lick of paint, a waterproof spot... and voilà, your own mini library is born. Hang it on your fence, put it next to your front door or give it a spot at work. All you need is a few books and a big heart. And who knows, maybe you'll inspire someone else to start too. Also take a look at Minibieb.nl

So...what do you do with the books you read?

Share them! Let them wander, surprise someone else and dive into a mini library in your neighborhood yourself. There is a good chance that you will go home with an unexpected treasure.

📚 Do you have a favorite mini library in your neighborhood? Let us know! We are curious about your finds and stories.