Today's post is a brief one. I had to catch up a bit on my NaNoWriMo-ing from Friday yesterday (putting down around 3, 000 words. Phew!) and have another 1,666 to get through today. I'm having a good time, but can't but think that it might have been easier if I had some sort of … Continue reading Book Review: Every Day by David Levithan
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NELA and the perils of attending library conferences
As I mentioned yesterday I went to the New England Library Association's conference last Monday and overall, I had a great time. I got to see Sara Pennypacker, who in addition to spelling her name like my own dear sis, writes delightful kids' books. She gave a great talk about how writing for children allows … Continue reading NELA and the perils of attending library conferences
Banned Books Week, a coda: Selection as censorship?
Banned Books Week officially ends today but I'm still thinking about it and I'm leaving my display up probably for the whole month. Why? Because a week isn't long enough to process all of these thoughts and issues for me. And because I'm lazy. Putting up a display takes some doing, and since I've started … Continue reading Banned Books Week, a coda: Selection as censorship?
Book reviews and worming my way into summer reading list revisions
OK, so I'm been seriously slacking. No posts in almost three weeks?! Sorry, guys. Sadly, I don't have a good excuse either. The start of football season (which now includes an ignominious Pats loss to the Cardinals by a missed field goal)? The fact that on Sundays I now have to do 7+ mile runs? … Continue reading Book reviews and worming my way into summer reading list revisions
Self promotion and books I can’t wait to read
If for some reason, you need more information about what I'm planning for the library, and you can't wait for these posts, check out the pinterest page. I have some mini book reviews and what I'm planning on reading up there, too. Also, look for some sweet upcoming book reviews since I have some highly … Continue reading Self promotion and books I can’t wait to read
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