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J.D. Sargan @jdsargan.bsky.social · 19h

It's true: I wrote a book. And what's more, the book is done and soon you'll be able to own a copy. And what's more more, if you want a hard copy you can order one for 50% off now, with the code SAR50. And if you want it digitally, it'll be open access!

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Trans Histories of the Medieval Book - Arc Humanities Press

Archival collections are political spaces: the decisions that govern whose histories are preserved, when, and by whom are not neutral. They reflect the commu...

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Sep 5

It’s the only joke I need

Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Sep 5

This is such a good joke. Joke of the century. I’m going to be laughing about this forever. 10000000/10

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Rose Library @ Emory University @roselibraryemory.bsky.social · Aug 28

You asked, we listened. 💙 Starting Sept 2nd, users can schedule their research appointments for up until 6pm on both Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the Fall semester. For the rest of the work week, our reading room will remain open for use from 10am to 4pm. Check out our hours: buff.ly/2WRqUSN

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Aug 27

I did forget for a second that there’s a game called cricket and thought this was about an archive of insects

Fine Books & Collections @finebooks.bsky.social · Aug 27

Scottish Cricket Archive Donated to the National Library of Scotland
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Scottish Cricket Archive Donated to the National Library of Scotland

A wide variety of documentation relating to the history of the Scottish Cricket Union and Cricket Scotland from 1908 to the present day have been acquired by the National Library of Scotland.

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Aug 22

That’s probably what I will end up doing! BSA generously sponsored the last iteration

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Aug 22

I really do need to find someone to pay me to teach my c19-20 book history/bibliography class here in Atlanta. I mean probably when I have bandwidth I’ll do it on my own because I believe in the value of the class but it would be nice to get paid for it!

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Rose Library @ Emory University @roselibraryemory.bsky.social · Aug 21

We are thrilled to receive a $280,000 grant through @gettymuseum.bsky.social's Black Visual Art Archives program! These grants aim to increase access to important archival collections across the USA with work by Black artists. Rose's grant is to support processing of the Jim Alexander photographs.

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Christopher Nygren @cnygren.bsky.social · Aug 14

I do not know of a single public university president or chancellor who has even _tried_ making this point to the student body and their parents. It is such a pathetic abdication of leadership

Mark Copelovitch @mcopelov.bsky.social · Mar 8

Here is UW - Madison's budget. Our <largest> funder is the federal government. 25%. It used to be the state. Either way, the university in its current form ceases to exist if these federal cuts really happen. But The. Public. Doesn't. Know. This. And our leaders are absent from the public debate.

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jul 16

So captivated by this Lavender Baedecker from the @roselibraryemory.bsky.social collections. Circa early 1960s. Of course I had to look up Birmingham to see where the gay bar used to be

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Courtney Weiss Smith @cweiss-smith.bsky.social · Jul 16

We are hiring a tenure track poet! I’m so excited / spread the word… wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/career...

Assistant Professor of English

The Department of English at Wesleyan University seeks a published poet for a tenure-track appointment beginning July 1, 2026. Teaching responsibilities include two courses per semester in introductor...

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 27

Oh sorry, let me fix that :)

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 27

Yes I am! Yes absolutely do dm me happy to chat.

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 27

Reposting for more visibility! JOB OPENING! Come work with me!

I’ve been refraining from trophy posting about the collections but you could be part of the literary legacy of Alice Walker, Lucille Clifton, Salman Rushdie, Seamus Heaney.

Even better, YOU can determine who joins them in posterity!

Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 26

Review deadline extended: July 9!

There is still time to apply to the Curator of Literary & Poetry Collections position at Emory!

apply.interfolio.com/167978

I’m very happy to speak to folks about this role! This is a phenom. opportunity to work with a stellar staff and unparalleled collections!

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Martha S. Jones @marthasjones.bsky.social · Jun 26

Congratulations to Dr. @profblmkelley.bsky.social ! nationalhumanitiescenter.org/national-hum...

National Humanities Center Announces Dr. Blair LM Kelley as New President

After a nationwide search, the National Humanities Center is pleased to announce the selection of historian Blair LM Kelley as its next president and director. Dr. Kelley's appointment marks a pivotal...

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 26

Asters blooming 🌸💐

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 26

Review deadline extended: July 9!

There is still time to apply to the Curator of Literary & Poetry Collections position at Emory!

apply.interfolio.com/167978

I’m very happy to speak to folks about this role! This is a phenom. opportunity to work with a stellar staff and unparalleled collections!

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 19

What do you think is the most 80s movie ever?

Promotional photo of Madonna and Rosanna Arquette for the film Desperately Seeking Susan

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 16

JOB KLAXON Rose Library hiring Curator of Literary and Poetry Collections!

The first review deadline is this Friday!

My inbox is open if you have questions!

Rose Library @ Emory University @roselibraryemory.bsky.social · May 21

Rose Library is currently accepting applications for the position of Curator of Literary & Poetry Collections. This position is responsible for the development, management, and promotion of our significant collections related to modern English language poetry and literature. buff.ly/Dy4MDIF

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 16

I should say I can also connect you with someone on the search committee at UNC. Also, also, you may be interested to know that at my current institution, we are also in recruitment for a curator! I can tell you more about that as well.

Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 16

Yes! Please do! You can also email me at Elizabeth dot Ott at Emory dot edu

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 13

NYT always discriminating against bibliography

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Liz Ott @elizott.bsky.social · Jun 6

UNC Library isn’t on Bluesky
I guess so I’m sharing that they’re currently recruiting for the Hanes Curator of Rare Books: unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/301...

This is an amazing opportunity! Happy to talk to anyone about my experiences when I held this role!

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