I was asked by a patron yesterday to recommend a book without thinking. A book I really loved I wanted people to read. I blurted “Hell Followed With Us” by @ajwhiteauthor.bsky.social. He asked why this book. I told him it was terrifying, real, & full of religious trauma. Everyone needs to read it.

Why does coffee hit just a little better some mornings? ☕️🙌🏻

I really detest McDonald's, but how do they have the best fountain beverages and iced tea in fast food? Its unfair.

As your average eldritch millenial, I hate talking on the phone. That said, it is still such a huge part of so many aspects of daily life. It is so frustrating how many people have no idea how to conduct a phone conversion and it makes my job very complicated. #referencelibrarian

I may start spending more time over here. I had a wild Monday on the 🧵 app dealing with fragile white men, it has me a bit on edge. Its interesting how I got reprimanded for calling a bigot "dickbag" but he & others could use multiple racial/homophobic slurs without recourse.

IMLS provides essential federal funding to expand access to libraries, strengthen workforce development, and promote lifelong learning across the nation. Trump's proposed budget eliminates this funding. Send an email today! bit.ly/42X7r0f via @everylibrary.bsky.social

All of this!

I screamed “you’re a dumb shit” at bluejay this morning because he was trying to eat plastic. How unhinged is your morning?

Libraries aren’t just books.

A little louder for those in the back...BOOK BANS ARE NOT ABOUT BOOKS! 📚#skybrary 📚

Not enough people appreciate the Lumberjanes. That is all. #comics #graphicnovels #girlsincomics

I definitely prefer AL-generated to AI-generated for sure.

#NationalLibraryWeek Honorary Chairs @goraina.bsky.social and @scottmccloud.bsky.social talk about their love for libraries and their new collaboration, The Cartoonists Club, on the current episode of How I Library. It's a fun and fascinating talk. ilovelibraries.org/article/how-...

Looking at the list of most challenged titles 2024, knowing this list hasn’t changed much in several years, how do you tackle Banned Books week in new & more effective ways? I am on to Banned Books Week planning & at a loss for how to present it without feeling hollow or static. #skybrary📚

@ceejthemoment.bsky.social I recently finished American Rapture. As a person who grew up in die hard Christianity I needed this book. I am still grieving the loss of every character, but especially what Cleo represented to Sophie. She was her Lilith. And Barghest. He was the best boy.

Any Colorado friends heading to see AOC and Bernie today? #COpolitics #politics #Colorado

Happy International Women’s Day from me and Bette.

This morning I won a game of Libby audiobook chicken. Finished 8 minutes before it returned!

I just had the realization that RFK Jr is bringing John Harvey Kellogg vibes to the party. Like I know he’s digging eugenics, but now I need to reread “The Road to Wellville” by TC Boyle. If you don’t know why we have corn flakes, do some research friends. It’s not cool.

Im really tired of being bombarded by dems telling us what the republicans (maga) plan to do and not what the dems are planning to do to stop the fascist coup. Inaction is compliance.

I highly recommend all 3 “Superior Achievement in a Novel” nominees.

The right wing woman thinks that in being subservient to right wing men she is striking a deal. The right wing man knows that in accepting the subservience of right wing women he is exploiting a resource.

No shade to these 8 comics, but this is embarrassing from the NYT. More than 3,300 titles included in this tool, from across 24 years. And only *8* are comics. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

Catching up on Reading Glasses podcast on my lunch and ep 397 "How to Write a Book Review" was in my brain. I've been internally screaming all day that "a summary is not a review!" while weeding & looking at new books at the library. Also, I need to up my review game for my job.

What are your favorite ways to stop and reflect after you've finished a book? I realize, this is a step I don't often take the time to do. I'm usually hopping from one Libby hold to another trying to finish before the they expire that I don't take enough time to reflect on what I read. #bookthreads

Attention all my bookish people, I have a teen patron request. She is looking for YA queer romance (F/F). What is on your radars right now for a teen who might be gay & comes from a VERY conservative family, but wants to explore relationships & learn more about herself? #booksky #skybrary #library

How do you explain to mentally stable folks that some days you just wake up and your brain chooses violence? I’m in a long term abusive relationship with my cognitive functioning and I just can’t quit it?

Folks making fun of vegans for years are gonna be hitting us up for tips on egg substitutes real soon.

The world is a shitshow. My country is a cesspool. Hate and disinformation is winning. My goal for myself is to keep learning. This year I’m choosing to learn more about the Harlem Renaissance. What are you going to learn this year?

The issue is — like so many things — “the politics of joy” has been disconnected from its roots and lost its meaning. The idea was originally introduced by Zora Neale Hurston.

Republicans ran into the room to SHEILD Elon Musk from having to come and speak to Congress. They want their billionaire takeover done behind closed doors. The people deserve transparency. No one elected Elon Musk.

Good morning! What hot fresh hell awaits us today? Has Musk stolen all our dogs overnight? Does your toothbrush now have AI in it, and is suddenly racist? Has Trump thrown Santa Claus in an El Salvadoran prison? Why is everything sticky?? Tune in to the SERIES FINALE OF AMERICA to find out!

Yeah we did!

For friends who are in the federal government, this is a very good guide on why you should be using Signal. In short, it’s safe and it’s free! a.wholelottanothing.org/a-guide-to-u...

This feels a little too real right now.

Have you ever been so deep into a burnout spiral that you don’t even realize you’re there until you start planning a week off?

Do Not Comply In Advance: bossy, already a cliche, implies permission to comply later Fuck You, Make Me: leads by example, directs yelling at opposition instead of allies, easy to chant at a protest or put on a banner

Found this “suggestion” in our book request box, today. I guess that’s one person’s opinion. #skybrary #libsky #librarianproblems

Important reading. #booksky #skybrary #librarian

Not every thing said is a problem that needs to be solved. Sometimes words just need to be released into the ether.

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"I have a PhD; you have Dunning-Kruger" needs to be on a t-shirt if it isn't already

Today is just a day for people ghasting my flabbers. I was just told that us not charging late fees is part of what's wrong with society, we are not holding people accountable. Ma'am, kindly fuck off.

Why do obnoxious white men think I am the person they need to interact with, loudly?

I love when I accidentally find a new book at work. Do I need a new book? No. Am I getting a new book? Absolutely. #librarylove #skybrary 💙📚

This whole thread is giving me light in the darkness today.

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Things found at our help desk, today. #library #skybrary

Made this for my bestie nearly 5 years ago. Might need to make a few more as reminders.