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I’m a Librarian, but I Still Purchase Books

January 25, 2023January 21, 20232 Comments

"You work at a library, why do you still buy books?" That's a question I get asked a lot, especially by some coworkers and patrons when I mention I recently bought a book (or five). I get why they ask that, I mean, I have access to free books every day I go into work! … Continue reading I’m a Librarian, but I Still Purchase Books

Discussion: Fine-Free Libraries

July 30, 20225 Comments

Earlier this month, the library I work at went fine-free, which has been getting a mixed response. You’d think our patrons would be happy to not have to pay late fees anymore for their overdue books, but I guess not all people think that way. I get it. When I first heard about libraries going … Continue reading Discussion: Fine-Free Libraries

Please Do Not Shelve the Books

October 11, 2021October 5, 20218 Comments

I feel like all my readers know by now that I'm a librarian in my hometown, which is awesome considering it's been what I wanted since I was sixteen years old. It took me a while to get here, but I did and for the most part, I love it. Of course being a librarian … Continue reading Please Do Not Shelve the Books

2021 Reading Tracker

November 26, 2020June 15, 20226 Comments

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! So it's nearing the end of the year and I know we're all ready for 2020 to be over. I just hope 2021 is a lot better for everyone. While I didn't personally have a tough year, just the virus and anxiety issues I've had this year has made it hard to … Continue reading 2021 Reading Tracker

How To Lower Your Cost of Reading

November 8, 2020June 15, 20225 Comments

This is something we'd all like to do, right? I mean, the best option would be that books just didn't cost as much as they do, but at the same time, we want to support writers in what they do. After all, writing books isn't an easy thing to do. It's pretty insane how many … Continue reading How To Lower Your Cost of Reading

Books I’d Love to See as Films

August 8, 2020June 11, 20224 Comments

As readers, we always prefer the books over the movie. However, that doesn't mean we don't like to see our favorite characters and stories come to life on the big screen (or our TVs/laptops). I have to say that I can't really complain about a lot of the movies I've seen that were based off … Continue reading Books I’d Love to See as Films

My Updated Reading Tracker

June 16, 2020June 15, 20221 Comment

I've gone through a number of ways to track my reading over the years, but only one thing remained a constant, and that's Goodreads. While Goodreads is great and all, it doesn't always give you all the stats you're looking for in one area, or provide you with fun charts. And for those of us … Continue reading My Updated Reading Tracker

Bookish Pet Peeves

June 10, 2020June 15, 20221 Comment

I'm sure we all have bookish pet peeves that just make us cringe or roll our eyes. What I find interesting about pet peeves is how some people cannot stand the actions, while others are like "what's wrong with that?" It just goes to show you how different we all are. In any case, I … Continue reading Bookish Pet Peeves

50 Bookish Questions

May 13, 2020June 15, 20229 Comments

1) What was the last book you read? Emergency Contact by Mary H.K. Choi 2) Was it a good one? It is, though I have conflicting feelings about it. I love Sam and Penny, but some parts of the story just don't seem to fit for me. Honestly, the texting between Sam and Penny, as … Continue reading 50 Bookish Questions

How I Track My Reading

April 5, 2020June 15, 20223 Comments

Over the years I've tried different methods of tracking my reading. The main thing that got me doing this was Goodreads, which I still use, but when it comes to keeping track of all the stats, I found that some readers use spreadsheets to keep track of their stats. I did sort of a mix … Continue reading How I Track My Reading

On Recommending Books You Haven’t Read

March 3, 2020June 15, 20224 Comments

An interesting concept when you think about it. Why would someone recommend a book they haven't read themselves? Wouldn't that be misleading? And what is the basis for their recommendation? As a librarian I get asked for recommendations all the time. I even am asked by family and friends what some good books are because … Continue reading On Recommending Books You Haven’t Read

Reasons to Love the Library

January 20, 2020June 15, 20225 Comments

Growing up I've always loved going to the library.  I've had my card since I was a kid, and though there were periods when I didn't go to the town library, I was using the school libraries as well to get my books to read or other activities.  Then of course I volunteered as a … Continue reading Reasons to Love the Library

Book Highlight – Librarian’s Night Before Christmas

December 24, 2019June 15, 2022Leave a comment

We all have our Christmas traditions - decorating the tree as a family, baking cookies, exchanging on gift on Christmas Eve... the list goes on.  I have a few myself with both my parents.  Though one of my newer ones for the past few years has been reading a small book called Librarian's Night Before … Continue reading Book Highlight – Librarian’s Night Before Christmas

Perks of Working in a Library

December 19, 2019June 11, 20229 Comments

I'm sure most of you know based on my profile bios across social media that I work as a librarian at my local library.  This job was a blessing that came to me nearly four years ago and it's led me to meet some amazing people, including one of my best friends.  It's hard to … Continue reading Perks of Working in a Library

Tips for Reading Multiple Books at a Time

December 6, 2019June 11, 20222 Comments

For most of my reading life I've been a "one book at a time" reader.  Typically because I get so invested in whatever book I'm reading that I can only think about that one book, so I never bothered to pick up another one.  Most of the time, I end up finishing the book in … Continue reading Tips for Reading Multiple Books at a Time

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