July 5, 2012
Here’s another example of talented people working for libraries. The New York State Reading Association assembled this entertaining video of an Adele-inspired librarian (Sarah Ada) singing her version of “Rolling in the Deep,” otherwise known as “If You Like to Read.” Perhaps Chicago area libraries can put together a blues music clip of our own? […]
June 28, 2012
This is another one of those stories that could wash over you unnoticed in the daily tidal wave of facts and news. However, I was struck by this concept and would like to know who thought of it, does it actually work, and if it can be implemented anywhere else? I’m referring to the judge […]
June 27, 2012
…and think, and often exclaim with gusto, “Yesss! I know exactly what she means.” The prolific writer-director-producer-screenwriter-journalist died Tuesday at the age of 71. Her most recent books, I Feel Bad about My Neck (2007) and I Remember Nothing (2010) offered readers Ephron’s plaintive, thoughtful, and droll takes on memory, aging, marriage, and a diverse assortment of […]
June 26, 2012
Chicago Tribune columnist Barbara Brotman shares her challenges in finding the perfect summer vacation book in this only slightly tongue-in-cheek article from yesterday’s paper. When one has limited packing space and a desire for balance between a gripping page-turner and a book that allows for interludes of oceanside daydreaming (or mountain vista gazing), the quest […]
June 23, 2012
Until last week, Penguin was one of four major publishers that would not allow libraries to lend their e-books. Soon, however, Penguin Group and e-book distributor 3M will participate in a one-year pilot program with the New York and Brooklyn Public Libraries, two of the country’s largest library systems, to provide e-books to patrons. Penguin will make […]
June 23, 2012
According to a new study by the Pew Research Center, most Americans are unaware that e-books are available at their local library. An estimated 12% of e-book readers have borrowed a library e-book. Over half (56%) of patrons who attempted to borrow an e-book discovered it was not available at the library. To maximize profits, publishers have […]
June 22, 2012
Another subtle way technology has affected society: it’s not as easy as it used to be to see what your neighbor on the train is reading. Is this aspect of people watching kaput? Thoughtful article in the Tribune complete with a map of who’s reading what throughout the CTA system. Shira S.
June 22, 2012
According to this NYT article, The French are still going to bookstores. In fact, bookstores in Paris are thriving – and book sales are increasing! Owner of a small publishing house in Paris said “There are two things you don’t throw out in France — bread and books.” Besides their centuries-old reverence for the printed […]
June 21, 2012
A while back I noticed (you may have, as well) that many book covers were featuring feet, legs, and even shoes! I recall specifically The Paris Wife as one of these. Sure enough, there are observers out there who have compiled collections of book art to document this trend. See this link for a brief […]
June 12, 2012
As an admitted Guy Noir fan, I had to share this bit with everyone. An excerpt of “Guy Noir and the Straight Skinny,” the newest book, is available online. How can you not like a hero who contends with the likes of “geezer gangster Joey Roast Beef”? The link has a few photos, too. Enjoy! […]
