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.
6 Of The Greatest Books For Newlyweds
Ashlie Swicker
June 26, 2018
If you dare to ditch the registry, check out one of these great books for newlyweds to gift to the newlyweds in your life.
Riot Roundup: The Best Books We Read in May 2018
Ashlie Swicker
June 12, 2018
Check out the list of the best books we read in May!
5 Ways To Love Your Local Librarian
Ashlie Swicker
April 12, 2018
Tips for showing love at the libraries in your life from a school librarian living the dream. (Hint: USE US!)
Now Quick, Sleep Tight!: Short Bedtime Stories for Kids and Kids at Heart
Ashlie Swicker
March 13, 2018
A round up of short bedtime stories for wired kids, exhausted adults, and anyone who needs a little help drifting off to sleep. Sweet dreams!
How To Hold a Mock Caldecott (And 7 Books I Like for the 2018 Award)
Ashlie Swicker
February 9, 2018
An elementary librarian shares her tips for holding a Mock Caldecott election and books that she (and her students) think might snag the real-life medal for 2018.
Taking Book Selfies to the Next Level with the Google Arts and Culture App
Ashlie Swicker
January 22, 2018
Think you've seen everything the Google Arts and Culture app has to offer? Think again. Click through to see our favorite book cover faces elevated to the level of fine art.
Don’t Miss the Bus! 10 Picture Books for Back To School
Ashlie Swicker
August 24, 2017
Whether you're eager for the new school year or hiding under your bed, these 10 picture books will soothe worries and get you pumped for back to school.
This Is How We Do It: Rioters On How To Make Time For Reading
Ashlie Swicker
August 23, 2017
In the car, while using the blow dryer, even on a boring client call: tips and tricks from Rioters on how they make time for reading.
Treat Yo’ Shelf: The Best Book Deals for Amazon Prime Day
Ashlie Swicker
July 11, 2017
Excellent bookish deals for Prime Day.
The Calm Before: 9 Picture Books That Celebrate Stormy Weather
Ashlie Swicker
June 29, 2017
Fiction and nonfiction picture books about loving storms, surviving storms, and understanding them.