However, the new selection has not increased the books’ popularity.
Library assistant Sandra Rushbrook, who was the brains behind the idea, said: “Quite often when there’s a display up people don’t want to ruin it by taking a book away.”
The Kirkwall establishment often curates displays based on what is happening in the media, such as Eurovision and weather warnings.
It is renowned for its humorous campaigns and entertaining online presence, as well as its popular library van “Booky McBookface”.