The Emerald Library™ is a treasure trove of children's books in English, based in Puçol (Valencia) · Spain.
Infinite reading awaits at the Emerald Library™. We are a patron member library with a growing collection of over 700 English-language children's books. English-speaking children and their families from 27 international schools throughout the Valencian community can now access an English-language children's library.
Become a Patron Member
Join the Emerald Library™ and share a love of books among kids and families. To join, fill out our online Membership Form and pay the membership fee.
Membership Levels (valid for one year):
- Individual (1): €30 incl. VAT. Check out one book at a time for up to two weeks, with a one-time renewal if the item is not on hold.
- Dual (2): €55 incl. VAT. Each member may check out one book at a time for up to two weeks, with a one-time renewal if the item is not on hold.
- Family (3): €75 incl. VAT. Each member may check out one book at a time for up to two weeks, with a one-time renewal if the item is not on hold.
- Family (4): €90 incl. VAT. Each member may check out one book at a time for up to two weeks, with a one-time renewal if the item is not on hold.
Lending Conditions
- Books: Borrow 1 item for 2 weeks per member patron.
- Renewals: Loans may be renewed once for the same period if the item is not reserved by another user. Renewals and holds can be managed online or via email us.
Hold Requests
- Eligibility: Holds are accepted for items currently on loan.
- Limit: Reserve up to 2 items.
- Process: Reservations can be made online. The library will contact you via WhatsApp and email when your reserved item becomes available.
Picking Up and Returning Books
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Pickup & Return Times:
- Tuesdays: 17:00 - 20:00
- Wednesdays: 9:00 - 10:00
- Thursdays: 17:00 - 20:00
- Sundays: 9:00 - 10:00 / 17:00 - 20:00
Members will receive confirmation and the address for pickup when their books are ready. We are closed for pickups and returns on Holidays.
Penalties
- Late Returns: €0.20 per day for books returned over 5 days late.
- Suspensions: Repeated late returns may result in temporary suspension of loan privileges.
- Loss/Damage: Members must reimburse the cost for lost or damaged books or pay an amount set by the library.
Support Us
Support the Emerald Library™ and help spread the love of reading. Your contributions enable us to expand our collection and serve more young readers. We accept:
- Gently used books
- New books
- Cash donations
- Publisher and author donations
- Business donations, sponsorships, and partnerships
Contact Us
Emerald Library™
46530 Puçol, València, Spain
Via email
Phone and WhatsApp: +34 606 989 181
Happy reading!
Emerald Library™