Event | Look For A Book

Hidden around the museum galleries will be copies of the book ‘Put Your Records On’ written by singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae, illustrated by Gillian Eilidh O’Mara.

Inspired by Corinne’s hit song, the story follows a young girl named Bea discovering emotions through music by exploring her great aunt’s vinyl collection.

Enjoy more beats and books at our juke box, and drop in to the new Storytelling Zone.

Family Friendly activity, suitable for ages 5-12 (under 18s must have an accompanying adult).

• There will be one copy of ‘Put Your Records On’ and accompanying activity pack to find each day at PHM.
• There are over 500 books for young explorers to find, across Greater Manchester’s libraries, the Bee Network, in Spinningfields, museums and more.
• Follow @mcrcityoflit and your local library on social media and look out for clues on where the books are hiding.

Part of Manchester City of Literature’s Festival of Libraries (10-14 June 2026), a programme of celebratory activities taking place across Greater Manchester’s entire library network.