Jez in the Library
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Librarian, public speaker, avid shoe wearer
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It's the LAST DAY of #LibFaves25 where library staff all over have been counting down their 10 favorite books published in 2025. It's not too late to join in! Share your favorite 2025 book, TITLE IN CAPS, and use the hashtag. Or play catch up and share 10 favorites!
December 17, 2025 at 1:10 PM
It's the LAST DAY of #LibFaves25 where library staff all over have been counting down their 10 favorite books published in 2025. It's not too late to join in! Share your favorite 2025 book, TITLE IN CAPS, and use the hashtag. Or play catch up and share 10 favorites!
Day 10 of #LibFaves25
THE MAGICIAN OF TIGER CASTLE by Louis Sachar
I really hope Sachar continues writing for adults because this cozy fantasy was an absolute delight. I especially loved how he handled magic vs science.
THE MAGICIAN OF TIGER CASTLE by Louis Sachar
I really hope Sachar continues writing for adults because this cozy fantasy was an absolute delight. I especially loved how he handled magic vs science.
December 17, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Day 10 of #LibFaves25
THE MAGICIAN OF TIGER CASTLE by Louis Sachar
I really hope Sachar continues writing for adults because this cozy fantasy was an absolute delight. I especially loved how he handled magic vs science.
THE MAGICIAN OF TIGER CASTLE by Louis Sachar
I really hope Sachar continues writing for adults because this cozy fantasy was an absolute delight. I especially loved how he handled magic vs science.
Thank goodness this novella is short because it keeps using the word “chiton” and the narrator has mispronounced it every single time. Like easily fifty times so far and it takes me out of the story every time 🙉
December 17, 2025 at 1:52 AM
Thank goodness this novella is short because it keeps using the word “chiton” and the narrator has mispronounced it every single time. Like easily fifty times so far and it takes me out of the story every time 🙉
Day 9 of #LibFaves25: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING by Suzanne Collins
Excellent and heartbreaking addition to an already rich world. We need more stories of rebellion in hard times
Excellent and heartbreaking addition to an already rich world. We need more stories of rebellion in hard times
December 17, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Day 9 of #LibFaves25: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING by Suzanne Collins
Excellent and heartbreaking addition to an already rich world. We need more stories of rebellion in hard times
Excellent and heartbreaking addition to an already rich world. We need more stories of rebellion in hard times
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The news the past few days has been extremely hard.
The winter extremely cold.
The world especially difficult.
But, today each of us has the chance to do one little thing to combat the awful.
It is difficult, but choose joy today. Choose love. Choose kindness.
Be a a small rebellion.
The winter extremely cold.
The world especially difficult.
But, today each of us has the chance to do one little thing to combat the awful.
It is difficult, but choose joy today. Choose love. Choose kindness.
Be a a small rebellion.
December 15, 2025 at 12:10 PM
The news the past few days has been extremely hard.
The winter extremely cold.
The world especially difficult.
But, today each of us has the chance to do one little thing to combat the awful.
It is difficult, but choose joy today. Choose love. Choose kindness.
Be a a small rebellion.
The winter extremely cold.
The world especially difficult.
But, today each of us has the chance to do one little thing to combat the awful.
It is difficult, but choose joy today. Choose love. Choose kindness.
Be a a small rebellion.
Day 8 of #LibFaves25 and I’ve got a final Star Wars book for you: BAD BATCH: SANCTUARY by Lamar Giles
A perfect addition to TBB that expands on the story from s3 and the Empire in general. Romance, adventure, secrets, clones, and that last chapter? CHILLS especially on the audiobook
A perfect addition to TBB that expands on the story from s3 and the Empire in general. Romance, adventure, secrets, clones, and that last chapter? CHILLS especially on the audiobook
December 15, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Day 8 of #LibFaves25 and I’ve got a final Star Wars book for you: BAD BATCH: SANCTUARY by Lamar Giles
A perfect addition to TBB that expands on the story from s3 and the Empire in general. Romance, adventure, secrets, clones, and that last chapter? CHILLS especially on the audiobook
A perfect addition to TBB that expands on the story from s3 and the Empire in general. Romance, adventure, secrets, clones, and that last chapter? CHILLS especially on the audiobook
Day 7 of #LibFaves25
LAST CHANCE TO SAVE THE WORLD by @bethrevis.bsky.social
This book and the whole trilogy were too short! Fantastic world building, intriguing characters, and so much packed into a novella. Highly highly recommend to sci-fi fans, especially fans of Becky Chambers
LAST CHANCE TO SAVE THE WORLD by @bethrevis.bsky.social
This book and the whole trilogy were too short! Fantastic world building, intriguing characters, and so much packed into a novella. Highly highly recommend to sci-fi fans, especially fans of Becky Chambers
December 14, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Day 7 of #LibFaves25
LAST CHANCE TO SAVE THE WORLD by @bethrevis.bsky.social
This book and the whole trilogy were too short! Fantastic world building, intriguing characters, and so much packed into a novella. Highly highly recommend to sci-fi fans, especially fans of Becky Chambers
LAST CHANCE TO SAVE THE WORLD by @bethrevis.bsky.social
This book and the whole trilogy were too short! Fantastic world building, intriguing characters, and so much packed into a novella. Highly highly recommend to sci-fi fans, especially fans of Becky Chambers
Day 6 of #LibFaves25
GET LOST WITH YOU by Sophie Sullivan
From her first book, Sullivan has been a must-buy for me (and I very rarely buy any books!) and this series in particular has become a favorite. I love the Kellers and their whole town and I completely relate to Jilly
GET LOST WITH YOU by Sophie Sullivan
From her first book, Sullivan has been a must-buy for me (and I very rarely buy any books!) and this series in particular has become a favorite. I love the Kellers and their whole town and I completely relate to Jilly
December 14, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Day 6 of #LibFaves25
GET LOST WITH YOU by Sophie Sullivan
From her first book, Sullivan has been a must-buy for me (and I very rarely buy any books!) and this series in particular has become a favorite. I love the Kellers and their whole town and I completely relate to Jilly
GET LOST WITH YOU by Sophie Sullivan
From her first book, Sullivan has been a must-buy for me (and I very rarely buy any books!) and this series in particular has become a favorite. I love the Kellers and their whole town and I completely relate to Jilly
I really feel like we should do “best of” lists in January, after the year is done. There are still books/movies/etc to enjoy! There is still content being released! With Nov/Dec lists we face both a recency bias (early year content rarely included) but we also leave out year end content completely
December 14, 2025 at 6:05 PM
I really feel like we should do “best of” lists in January, after the year is done. There are still books/movies/etc to enjoy! There is still content being released! With Nov/Dec lists we face both a recency bias (early year content rarely included) but we also leave out year end content completely
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Oh this is a really great idea and generally those are "use it or lose it" so what a great way to use it!
This is your annual reminder that if you are in the US and have FSA funds that you won't use, Menstrual products are covered by FSA funds and can be donated to food pantries and shelters.
December 13, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Oh this is a really great idea and generally those are "use it or lose it" so what a great way to use it!
Day 5 of #LibFaves25 and we’re back with more Star Wars! THE REIGN OF THE EMPIRE: THE MASK OF FEAR by Alexander Freed
Perfect if your favorite thing of Star Wars is politics (like mine is)
Perfect if your favorite thing of Star Wars is politics (like mine is)
December 13, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Day 5 of #LibFaves25 and we’re back with more Star Wars! THE REIGN OF THE EMPIRE: THE MASK OF FEAR by Alexander Freed
Perfect if your favorite thing of Star Wars is politics (like mine is)
Perfect if your favorite thing of Star Wars is politics (like mine is)
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Not sure about the "architects of AI" being the TIME person of the year, but Indie booksellers, librarians, & library workers are def our winners.
They continue to fight book bans and support their communities by creating safe spaces, mutual aid drives, and opportunities for curiosity and escape 🩵
They continue to fight book bans and support their communities by creating safe spaces, mutual aid drives, and opportunities for curiosity and escape 🩵
December 11, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Not sure about the "architects of AI" being the TIME person of the year, but Indie booksellers, librarians, & library workers are def our winners.
They continue to fight book bans and support their communities by creating safe spaces, mutual aid drives, and opportunities for curiosity and escape 🩵
They continue to fight book bans and support their communities by creating safe spaces, mutual aid drives, and opportunities for curiosity and escape 🩵
#LibFaves25 Day 4: STAR WARS THE HIGH REPUBLIC: INTO THE LIGHT by Claudia Gray
I read the entirety of SWTHR this year so the new ones are definitely going to show up on this list. This one heavily features Reath and Wookiees, so there’s really no way you could go wrong.
I read the entirety of SWTHR this year so the new ones are definitely going to show up on this list. This one heavily features Reath and Wookiees, so there’s really no way you could go wrong.
December 11, 2025 at 12:31 PM
#LibFaves25 Day 4: STAR WARS THE HIGH REPUBLIC: INTO THE LIGHT by Claudia Gray
I read the entirety of SWTHR this year so the new ones are definitely going to show up on this list. This one heavily features Reath and Wookiees, so there’s really no way you could go wrong.
I read the entirety of SWTHR this year so the new ones are definitely going to show up on this list. This one heavily features Reath and Wookiees, so there’s really no way you could go wrong.
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I’ve worked in public libraries for 20 years, today was the first time we’ve had to tell someone they couldn’t bring their chainsaw in the library.
December 11, 2025 at 1:30 AM
I’ve worked in public libraries for 20 years, today was the first time we’ve had to tell someone they couldn’t bring their chainsaw in the library.
Day 3 #LibFaves25
Related to this book a little too much. Fell in love with both leads and enjoyed the journey
WHEN JAVI DUMPED MARI by Mia Sosa
Related to this book a little too much. Fell in love with both leads and enjoyed the journey
WHEN JAVI DUMPED MARI by Mia Sosa
December 11, 2025 at 4:04 AM
Day 3 #LibFaves25
Related to this book a little too much. Fell in love with both leads and enjoyed the journey
WHEN JAVI DUMPED MARI by Mia Sosa
Related to this book a little too much. Fell in love with both leads and enjoyed the journey
WHEN JAVI DUMPED MARI by Mia Sosa
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*whispers* libraries should not have Christmas decorations up
December 8, 2025 at 6:51 PM
*whispers* libraries should not have Christmas decorations up
Day 2 #LibFaves25
THE TRIALS OF THE JEDI by Charles Soule
An epic end to Phase 3 of Star Wars: The High Republic. I have way more feelings about this book than I could possibly write at the moment
THE TRIALS OF THE JEDI by Charles Soule
An epic end to Phase 3 of Star Wars: The High Republic. I have way more feelings about this book than I could possibly write at the moment
December 9, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Day 2 #LibFaves25
THE TRIALS OF THE JEDI by Charles Soule
An epic end to Phase 3 of Star Wars: The High Republic. I have way more feelings about this book than I could possibly write at the moment
THE TRIALS OF THE JEDI by Charles Soule
An epic end to Phase 3 of Star Wars: The High Republic. I have way more feelings about this book than I could possibly write at the moment
Day 1 (late) #LibFaves25
BATTLE OF THE BOOKSTORES by Ali Brady
I saw so many books this year with a bookstores fighting theme but this is the one I enjoyed! If I wasn’t a librarian, I think I’d like to work for Ryan in Happy Endings
BATTLE OF THE BOOKSTORES by Ali Brady
I saw so many books this year with a bookstores fighting theme but this is the one I enjoyed! If I wasn’t a librarian, I think I’d like to work for Ryan in Happy Endings
December 9, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Day 1 (late) #LibFaves25
BATTLE OF THE BOOKSTORES by Ali Brady
I saw so many books this year with a bookstores fighting theme but this is the one I enjoyed! If I wasn’t a librarian, I think I’d like to work for Ryan in Happy Endings
BATTLE OF THE BOOKSTORES by Ali Brady
I saw so many books this year with a bookstores fighting theme but this is the one I enjoyed! If I wasn’t a librarian, I think I’d like to work for Ryan in Happy Endings
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This technology that people in school administrations and higher education are demanding everyone get behind because it's "the future" and "we just have to accept it," which is, nfn, the language of abuse.
The rise of deepfake pornography in schools: ‘One girl was so horrified she vomited’ www.theguardian.com/society/ng-i...
The rise of deepfake pornography in schools: ‘One girl was so horrified she vomited’
The use of ‘nudify’ apps is becoming more and more prevalent, with hundreds of teachers having seen images created by pupils, often of their peers. The fallout is huge – and growing fast
www.theguardian.com
December 6, 2025 at 12:59 AM
This technology that people in school administrations and higher education are demanding everyone get behind because it's "the future" and "we just have to accept it," which is, nfn, the language of abuse.
I’m officially done booking for 2025. The most popular topics this year:
1. Astrology
2. Taylor Swift’s Literary Lyrics
3. Tie between fingerknitting and bullet journaling
1. Astrology
2. Taylor Swift’s Literary Lyrics
3. Tie between fingerknitting and bullet journaling
September 30, 2025 at 4:02 AM
I’m officially done booking for 2025. The most popular topics this year:
1. Astrology
2. Taylor Swift’s Literary Lyrics
3. Tie between fingerknitting and bullet journaling
1. Astrology
2. Taylor Swift’s Literary Lyrics
3. Tie between fingerknitting and bullet journaling
September 24, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Trying to explain to my coworkers about eclipse season and watching them have war flashbacks thinking eclipse glasses will be involved
a close up of a girl with red hair making a funny face
Alt: Ginny Weasley looking horrified as the camera zooms in closer and closer
media.tenor.com
September 20, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Trying to explain to my coworkers about eclipse season and watching them have war flashbacks thinking eclipse glasses will be involved
Whenever someone tries to talk to me about summer or winter reading
September 9, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Whenever someone tries to talk to me about summer or winter reading
8 programs over the next 5 days, oh dear
September 8, 2025 at 12:21 AM
8 programs over the next 5 days, oh dear