Making reading accessible & affordable

Pocket Libraries is a tiny library concept with the aim of growing the reading culture in Nairobi.

How it works

We have tiered membership options that allow members to take home books for 2 weeks. These tiers are broken down by age and how many books can be checked out simultaneously.

    • 3 month membership at 3,000Ksh

    • 6 month membership at 5,000Ksh

    • Annual membership at 9,000Ksh

    • Deposit - 1,500Ksh (any tier)

    • 3 month membership at 4,500Ksh

    • 6 month membership at 7,500Ksh

    • Annual membership at 13,000Ksh

    • Deposit - 2,000Ksh (any tier)

    • 3 month membership at 1,500Ksh

    • 6 month membership at 2,500Ksh

    • Annual membership at 4,000Ksh

    • Deposit - 1,000Ksh (any tier)

    • 3 month membership at 1,500Ksh

    • 6 month membership at 2,500Ksh

    • Annual membership at 4,000Ksh

    • Deposit - 500Ksh (Any tier)

Booking

Our full catalogue of books can be viewed here via Libib, and members can place a hold through it. Members will then have 2 weeks to return the books or pay a fine.

Pick up & returns

Book pick-ups and returns will be done via our physical space. Readers will also get the chance to browse our books and chat with our friendly(ish) librarians! 

Free Reading for everyone!

Pocket Libraries has a physical space for book lovers.

Anyone, members or not, can read for free at the library.

Free colouring & crafts for toddlers (and adults)

Along with reading, we have crafts available for toddlers. This includes colouring and board games!

We don’t mind if you check us out!

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