E-Book of the Week - The Sustainable(ish) Living Guide

Published Date: 19th October 2026

Green Libraries Week takes place 21st -28th October 2026 and is a great opportunity to reflect on the small changes we can all make to support a more sustainable future. To mark the occasion, we’ve chosen The Sustainable(ish) Living Guide: Everything You Need to Know to Make Small Changes That Make a Big Difference as our E-Book of the Week.

If you’ve ever felt that living more sustainably sounds complicated, expensive, or time-consuming, this book offers a refreshing alternative. Packed with practical, realistic advice, it shows how small, manageable changes can make a meaningful difference without requiring a complete lifestyle overhaul.

From the food we eat and the products we buy to how we travel, work, and celebrate special occasions, the book explores sustainability in a way that feels achievable for everyday life. The author shares down-to-earth ideas that can easily be incorporated into your daily routine, helping readers build more sustainable habits one step at a time.

Some of the simple tips include unsubscribing from marketing emails that encourage unnecessary purchases and keeping a mug next to your kettle to help measure exactly how much water you need to boil. Small actions like these not only reduce waste but can also help save money on household bills.

Whether you're just beginning your sustainability journey or looking for new ideas to reduce your environmental impact, this book provides plenty of inspiration and practical guidance. It encourages readers to focus on progress rather than perfection, demonstrating how small steps can add up to a significant positive impact over time.

Access the e-book

You can access this title online using your NHS OpenAthens account. If you don't already have an account, registration is free:

    https://openathens.nice.org.uk/

  Access the e-book here:

    https://bit.ly/4dnJANw

Prefer a printed copy?

You can reserve the book using the link above. If you don't yet have a library barcode, simply email library@merseywestlancs.nhs.uk. The Library & Knowledge Service team can reserve the book for you and provide an electronic barcode if needed.

For more information about Green Libraries Week, be sure to read our accompanying blog post and discover how libraries are supporting and promoting sustainability in our communities.