LIS 5100 : ‘Popular’ reading materials

When reading the Rubins’ overview of libraries “From past to present” this semester, I was interested to read about a historical struggle over the place of popular materials in a library: reading, for example, that “Popular fiction has a long tradition of raising concerns about lowering morals” (Rubin, 2020, p. 49).

LIS 5100 : State of America’s Libraries

Each year, I am interested in reading the State of America’s Libraries, an annual report that is produced by the American Library Association. As described by American Libraries (official magazine of the ALA), “[t]he report summarizes library trends and outlines statistics and issues affecting libraries during the previous calendar year. It comes out annually during National Library Week, this year April 3–9” (ALA, 2022).

Book-Talk : Elatsoe, by Darcie Little Badger

In my latest video book review: With Elatsoe, author Darcie Little Badger has crafted an exceptional #OwnVoices novel that blends mystery, horror, noir, ancestral knowledge, and fantasy. Published by Levine Querido in August 2020, the book has received a long list of accolades. Of special mention is the representation this book provides for an asexual main character, which is seldom depicted in media. Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel if you are enjoying my videos.

Book-Talk : Anybody Here Seen Frenchie?

As an autistic reader and librarian, I like to commemorate Autism Acceptance Month by drawing attention to a book that features an autistic main character. And with Anybody Here Seen Frenchie? by Leslie Connor, I can actually spotlight two protagonists who are on the autism spectrum. Points raised in this video review can be read, with citations, in my essay of April 3, 2022.

LIS 5100 : Service awards and learning opportunities

In a discussion this week, I was asked to share my thoughts about a professional award for librarians that I could possibly apply for, as well as reflect on a source of continuing education.