8 more scary stories to tell in the dark
I’ve always been a big fan of being scared. It started with a childhood love of R.L. Stine, which graduated to a fascination with the classic Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark series by Alvin Schwartz and brilliantly illustrated by Stephen Gammell. Today, I’ll…
Monday 5×5 for August 5, 2019
The Ringer thinks they know why we keep coming back to the Manson family Has true crime ever been as popular as it is now? And when it comes to true crime, is there anyone with the lasting infamous legacy of the Manson family? Helter…
That’s what friends are for: Best friendships in books
By: Lisa Mullins, Product Support Specialist “A day without a friend is like a pot without a single drop of honey left inside.” -A.A. Milne Words of wisdom from the wise bear Winnie the Pooh. Where do we learn to be a friend? Who shows…
Library Authorities Remind Us of the Power of Storytelling with this Year’s UK-wide Digital Book Club
August 1, 2019 – Participating libraries’ users can experience and discuss the international bestselling love story “The Binding” as an ebook for free
How to reach new users in and outside of your library (Part 2: Books & Beers)
As we all know, books pair well with just about anything. Including beer. A dark ale or a hoppy brew can serve as the perfect frosty companion to your next read. And as the popularity of craft beer continues to rise, your local watering hole…
Books for your school library’s “blind spots”
By: Kristen Griesmer, Product Support Specialist and Hannah Monson, Collection Specialist So, you’ve been building up your library and adding content for your students. You’ve purchased books that are popular and in the most common genres. You’ve created your library to include subjects such as…
Monday 5×5 for July 29, 2019
Slate attempts to explain CATS the musical and where, exactly, T.S. Eliot fits in I am well aware that I am one of five people who actually enjoys CATS the musicals. But, seriously. I love CATS the musical and was excited about a film adaptation…
We want your stories for the fifth edition of Perspectives on Reading
Over a year ago we launched Perspectives on Reading, our quarterly online magazine that focuses on trends in the reading world. In that time, we’ve had stories about using video games as a literacy tool and how to read like a writer, not a reader….
The fact is, you don’t want to miss our Adult Nonfiction Sale
Sometimes, the truth is stranger than fiction. With our Adult Nonfiction Sale, this is the perfect time to shop savings that are so good, you won’t believe they’re real. From now until July 31, save up to 50% on 20,000+ nonfiction titles. With so many…