#weekly librarian feature

Being an Autistic School Librarian

On being an autistic school librarian, from the challenges posed by the job to the aspects that suit me well.

Public Libraries Are Still About Books

Libraries are true community centers, but they still offer a core service beyond access. That core service is books.

Reflecting on My First Year as a High School Librarian

A librarian reflects on a year working as a high school librarian, sharing lessons learned and goals for the future.

10 Romances About Magical Librarian Love

Sparks fly in these 10 romances about love between librarians and a magical being.

6 Times Late Lost Library Books Found Their Way Home

Better late than never, right? These lonely library books made it back home eventually—it just took 40+ years.

How Local Libraries Help Welcome Refugees

One Rioter explores how local libraries can support refugees and asylum seekers, and help them navigate and negotiate a new town or city.

Passive Programming in School Libraries

Passive programming in a school library allows students a sense of ownership, a place to explore, experiment, and fail without consequence.

10 Ways to Build a Community of Readers in Your Library

How can library staff members build a community of readers in our libraries? Some steps I've picked up from my time working in libraries.

School Librarians are Disappearing: Here’s Why They Shouldn’t

School libraries with full-time, dedicated librarians are the hub and heart of the school, but school librarian positions are disappearing.

Read Harder: Library Edition

The Read Harder challenge, library style! These books will help you not just Read Harder, but discover more about libraries and librarians.