Ashlie Swicker

Ashlie (she/her) is an educator, librarian, and writer. She is committed to diversifying the reading lives of her students and supporting fat acceptance as it intersects with other women’s issues. She's also perpetually striving to learn more about how she can use her many privileges to support marginalized groups. Interests include learning how to roller skate with her local roller derby team, buying more books than she'll ever read, hiking with her husband and sons, and making lists to avoid real work. You can find her on Instagram (@ashlieelizabeth), Twitter (@mygirlsimple) or at her website, www.ashlieswicker.com.

9 of the Best Picture Books About Bodies

Whether you're looking to read with a young person or you just want to heal your inner child, these titles are a great place to start.

This Ghost Story Has Lots of Wit and Even a Little Romance

We're still feeling a little spooky with this one. Who else is reading horror in November?

Check This Out: Best Blogs, Newsletters, and Social Media Accounts for Librarians

What are your favorite bookish blogs, newsletters, and social media accounts you follow?

Luck of the Draw: Tarot-Inspired Bookish Gifts

From "The Reader" tee shirts to "The Shelver" pins, these goodies are perfect for tarot readers. (Get it? Readers?)

Modern Middle Grade Reads Like THE BABY-SITTER’S CLUB

Get ready for relatable stories of friendship, crushes, family issues, and identity

10 of the Best Books about Puberty

We have to get comfortable talking about puberty.

10 of the Best Bookish Goods for Back to School

Which back to school items to you like to stock up on?

10 of the Best Bookish Items for Punk-Ass Book Jockeys

What's more punk than the library?

They’re Finally Here: The New Bounty of Fat Kids in Picture Books

"Do we really want to send children the message that it’s okay to be fat? Short answer: yes. It’s crucial."

10 of the Best Bookish Mother’s Day Gifts

There are bookish purses, paper bouquets, and more fab and bookish Mother's Day gifts. Which ones are you eyeing?