Every Wednesday, Miss Kathleen provides links to a variety of stories about libraries, authors, and books. If there's something fun going on in your local library, leave us a... READ ON
Every week, Miss Kathleen provides links to a variety of stories about libraries, authors, and books. If there's something fun going on in your local library, leave us a comment! The question: What are Books Good For? And, the response: Will Technology Kill Book Publishing? Not Even Close (Says a publisher). Guys, duke it out in the comments! I myself think this debate is getting a bit tired. * Oh, New York Times. I do read you quite faithfully, but sometimes the gray lady is a bit too quick to report... READ ON
Are you tired of your boring, plain, everyday bookcases? Me too! I can't do much about the bookshelves inside my library, but I am definitely inspired to change around the bookshelves in my home by these amazing pictures! Thanks, Incredible Things -- these bookcases truly are incredible! * Some days, I can't imagine a crazier library than my own North Carolina one, but Avi Steinberg has me beat by a mile, if not several thousand miles. Read his essay about working in a prison library and count your... READ ON
In my library, we just get "soloists," but apparently it is the fantasy of many to have sex in the library, if the "Best of Craigslist: Library Sex" is to be believed.... READ ON
Every Wednesday, Miss Kathleen provides links to a variety of stories about libraries, authors, and books. If there's something fun going on in your local library, leave us a comment! Wow – I had no idea you guys were ready for an e-reader debate! There were some really great comments from last week, so make sure you take a look. I myself am not ready for one, but I'd love to hear from those who use or eschew them! And now, on to the good stuff: Book burning has been much in the news lately. Is... READ ON
Every Wednesday, Miss Kathleen provides links to a variety of stories about libraries, authors, and books. If there's something fun going on in your local library, leave us a comment! Ah, the many issues that can divide a couple -- he likes e-books, she prefers print. Will they ever make it work? * Since I work in a library, I already feel like I have every book at my fingertips, so an e-reader just isn't practical for me. In fact, I don't know anyone who has truly transitioned 100% to e-books --... READ ON
Every week, Miss Kathleen provides links to a variety of library-related items. If there's something fun going on in your local library, leave us a... READ ON
5 Questions: Now with "Wings"
How Many Vice Presidents Can You Name in 10 Minutes?
The famous Aaron Burr “Got Milk?” ad from 1993 was directed by Michael Bay.
