
Teen Librarian Toolbox
October 7, 2024 by Betsy Bird
Wanna read a book about a woman attempting to "reinhabit her epidermis"? If so, I can't think of a better candidate than this 2004 release (which retains its creepiness today) by the legendary Virginia Hamilton.
December 8, 2015 by Betsy Bird
It’s that time again! Time for me to bring your attention to a variety of strange and interesting books never meant for children, but that contain some hint of influence (little or big) from the literary world of the youth. Feast thine peepers on the following: We Were Brothers by Barry Moser It’s not that […]
October 28, 2013 by Betsy Bird
I have a sister. Did you know that? Tis true. She’s not a librarian and her interest in children’s literature pretty much begins and ends with me, which is probably why she hasn’t come up before. One thing she is? Crafty. Crafty as all get out. And the kicker is that she’s just started this […]
November 16, 2012 by Betsy Bird
Okay, let’s do this thing. I’ve had a remarkably busy week and I’m itching to discuss it alongside all the other newsworthy schtoof floating about in the atmosphere. First up . . . That Linda Epstein gal, that Linda Epstain gal, I do I LIKE that Linda Epstein gal (can you tell I’ve been reading […]
September 20, 2011 by Betsy Bird
Ruh-roh. I’ve been having too much fun earning a living to leave enough time for blogging. Time yet again for a super quickie point-by-point-without-the-details Fusenews! Hold onto your hats . . . Who are the artists overlooked by the Caldecott? Elizabeth Bluemle has the scoop. An East Harlem bookstore needs your help! Thanks to Heather […]
August 9, 2011 by Betsy Bird
The Cheshire Cheese Cat: A Dickens of a Tale By Carmen Agra Deedy and Randall Wright Illustrated by Barry Moser Peachtree Press $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-56145-595-9 Ages 7-12 On shelves October 1, 2011 Animal stories. Done well and you get something like Charlotte’s Web or The Incredible Journey. Done poorly and you cannot name for me […]
Politics in Practice
by John Chrastka
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