Hey Boo Books is officially on a two-week hiatus while this happy librarian hops over the pond to attend and present at an international library conference in Ireland. Check back in at the beginning of June for a conference recap and lots of good literary pictures from my stops at Trinity College and the Writer’s Museum of Dublin.
See you in a few weeks!
Flashback Friday:
A wee little (pre-librarian) Molly and renowned children’s author Avi, circa 2003. Prior to this photo, I had the great pleasure to speak with him on the phone and share some correspondence. I jumped at the chance to meet him in person at the National Book Festival and he could not have been nicer (and he remembered me!). Thanks for being awesome, Avi.
I am very sad to report that one of my very favorite childhood authors, Jean Craighead George, has just passed away at the age of 93. She was a wonderfully prolific author who focused a lot on nature, writing the now-famous works My Side of the Mountain, Julie of the Wolves, and many others.
To read about her life and work, check out her official webpage or the New York Times tribute piece about her.
On Display: Old School or Techie?
Bridge the digital divide with a book display that features books to check out and handouts and tips to promote your library’s e-book collection. There’s something for everyone at a public library these days, so why not embrace the best of both worlds?
Maurice Sendak’s classic Where the Wild Things Are was one of my favorite childhood stories, and it was the very first book that I ever bought for my beloved nephew. Sadly, Sendak passed away yesterday at the age of 83, though he did leave behind quite the legacy.
Mr. Sendak, “Oh, please don’t go—we’ll eat you up—we love you so!”
(Picture reposted from teachingliteracy and mightaswelldance)
This was my big birthday gift from my husband yesterday—the much-coveted Harry Potter Page to Screen: The Complete Filmmaking Journey. That guy really gets me, doesn’t he?
Yes, I celebrated my birthday by going to the Library of Congress. And yes, it was indeed awesome.
In honor of Star Wars Day (May the 4th be with you…), try one of these adorable and hilarious books by Tom Angleberger.
On Display: MAY I Suggest…?
Hit the easy button this May and feature recent bestsellers, popular book discussion choices, or your personal favorites!
