I have this problem. It’s called Shiny Library Book Syndrome. Scientifically speaking, it means I am drawn to the new releases displayed so I can see their covers. Unless my handy-dandy Goodreads friends have read advanced reader copies of the new releases, I usually don’t have much to go on when I check the book out. And, although it’s a big bag of books I bring home (like last week’s), can be a pretty mixed bag. Some books will be treasures, others will be sent back unread because of their negative content.
Last year, I wrote a blog post that was sort of a mini guide to what’s cool at the library, sharing old and new favorites. Thanks to interlibrary loans and some libraries that will purchase books upon request (O.o.

Published on August 10, 2018 15:45