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
Ashlie Swicker
November 29, 2024
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
Ashlie Swicker
November 13, 2024
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
Ashlie Swicker
November 6, 2024
What are your favorite bookish blogs, newsletters, and social media accounts you follow?
Luck of the Draw: Tarot-Inspired Bookish Gifts
Ashlie Swicker
October 31, 2024
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
Ashlie Swicker
October 16, 2024
Get ready for relatable stories of friendship, crushes, family issues, and identity
10 of the Best Books about Puberty
Ashlie Swicker
August 8, 2024
We have to get comfortable talking about puberty.
10 of the Best Bookish Goods for Back to School
Ashlie Swicker
July 24, 2024
Which back to school items to you like to stock up on?
10 of the Best Bookish Items for Punk-Ass Book Jockeys
Ashlie Swicker
June 19, 2024
What's more punk than the library?
They’re Finally Here: The New Bounty of Fat Kids in Picture Books
Ashlie Swicker
June 18, 2024
"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
Ashlie Swicker
May 8, 2024
There are bookish purses, paper bouquets, and more fab and bookish Mother's Day gifts. Which ones are you eyeing?