Pets are wonderful companions to have in our lives. They bring with them comfort, joy, and love. They seem to always come into our lives when we need them the most and sometimes show us what we are missing. Check out these books that feature pets as pivotal characters and read how they change the lives of the humans who love them.
Hey, check out the winners of the Daniel Boone Regional Library’s Bookmark contest. The theme was “Oceans of Possibilities.”
https://www.dbrl.org/news/design-a-bookmark-contest-2022-winners
Libraries have always been a sanctuary for knowledge and ideas, a place where people can go to explore and learn. However, with the advancement of technology, a building full of old dusty tomes isn’t quite the haven for information as it once was. But, as they always have, libraries have started to adapt to this new landscape. Check out how this library has changed the way patrons engage with libraries.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/welcome-to-the-library-of-the-21st-century
Graphic novels have taken off in popularity over the years and many older novels have found a new life in this newer format. For many, older texts are sometimes harder to relate. This could be due to changes in language, social norms, or thinking but graphic novel can help readers engage in a story that would otherwise be more difficult to imagine. Check out this list of older novels that have graphic novel adaptations.
The Library of Congress has landed in hot water with the D.C. Preservation League with its proposed plan to remove the iconic central librarian’s desk in favor of a window in the floor, which will allow visitors to view the dome from the floor below. Proponents of the change say it will help bring more patrons to the library, while opponents claim it is unnecessary and would defile the Reading Room. Read more about it here. (https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2022/07/18/library-congress-preservation-league-protest/)
Bookplates were once a beautiful way to personalize your home library. Check out these incredible examples from famous authors. Some of them really exemplified the author’s works or highlighted where they drew inspiration. It is definitely a lost art that needs to make a comeback.
(https://lithub.com/drool-over-the-personal-bookplates-of-18-famous-writers/)
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