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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian

@monibarre.bsky.social

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Mama, comics librarian, educator, writer, entrepreneur. Past President, ALA Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table @libcomix Co-Founder, Creators Assemble @creatorsassemble 2023 Eisner Award judge Debut book out 2026. Monibarrette.com

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 11h

Dislike lol

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 13h

Baker & Taylor shutdown is similar to the collapse of Diamond, but for libraries.

Many are out thousands of dollars in undelivered books and must find new book distribution.

This means longer waits for new books and we approach having a monopoly for library book distribution.

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 4d

Planning a new social media series where I read comics from my enormous TBR backlog, many of which were gifted by friends, and talk about them. I’ll be tagging creators and publishers, hope you’ll follow along!

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 4d

Watching modern Reading Rainbow. The library representation with @mychal3ts.bsky.social is making my veteran librarian heart full. ❤️🥹

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 4d

It’s a modern librarian’s job to learn at least a little about manga.

Jack Phoenix (a comics librarian) @comicslibrarian.bsky.social · 4d

Libraries and schools put too much effort into intentionally ignoring superhero titles.

Liam McGuire @liammcguire.bsky.social · 6d

Anyone have a particularly hot comic take?

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 16d

As people reevaluate their streaming services, I’ve seen a lot of love for free access through public libraries. As a librarian: Please remember this when it’s time to support your library-providing streaming access depends on continued funding for libraries!

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 19d

Help me wish my grandpa a happy 100th(!!) birthday! I like to ask him what the dinosaurs were like.

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 22d

Who knew the thesaurus would be my best friend? #writerslife

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Comic Book Yeti @comicbookyeti.com · 23d

📣 @madcavestudios.com announces promotions of Key Editorial and Marketing Talents and @keepingitgeekly.bsky.social has the details for you ⏬⏬

www.comicbookyeti.com/post/new-key...

New KEY HIRES & PROMOTIONS within MAD CAVE STUDIOS

Effective immediately, Christina Harrington has been promoted to Senior Editor, while Adam Wallenta steps into the role of Senior Editor for Papercutz, Mad Cave’s all-ages imprint. In the marketing de...

www.comicbookyeti.com

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 23d

CANDY CORN SEASON!! Love it or not? 👇🏻

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 26d

How he smiles after mom chases away kids who keep throwing rocks at him. 🐶

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 26d

She’s going after teachers and nurses too, and that’s about the extent so far.

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 26d

A content creator I followed on another app is outing individuals who posted about recent events.
2 of the “random” folks she shared full info about are library workers. Any excuse to come after us.

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 26d

This news cycle and this timeline are both pretty unbearable.

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 27d

“Reading is resistance, so go read some comics.”
Wise words from someone I respect a lot, @gamalhennessy.bsky.social

youtube.com/shorts/329uO...

Banned Book Battle: Read & Share Despite Challenges #shorts

YouTube video by The Business of Comics

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 27d

Think I’m just going to hide from my family and read comics tonight.

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 28d

I wonder if Gavin’s ass gets tired from sitting on both sides of the fence and having to lean every time the wind blows a new direction.

Radley Balko @radleybalko.bsky.social · 28d

Which work? Calling for gay people to be stoned to death? Blaming airplane crashes on black pilots? Anti-vax bullshit? Election denialism? Pushing Great Replacement Theory?

Kirk’s murder is awful and ominous for this country. But no, we don’t need to honor him or “continue his work.”

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 28d

“No matter what someone’s political affiliation is, they don’t deserve to get taken out like that.”
True, and neither do: kids at schools, immigrants, marginalized people, criminals without due process…

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 28d

Dogs are just slightly less nihilistic toddlers that never grow up. Prove me wrong.

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · Sep 9

What in the patriarchy?! 🤢

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · Sep 9

This is abhorrent.

Basil May @basilmai.bsky.social · Sep 8

IMLS just sent out an announcement about a new funding priority and it's....Freedom Trucks. Yes. Literally. Trucks. What a cursed time. Providing accurate and important services for libraries, archives, literacy and knowledge? Nah. Painting trucks with propaganda? Fuck yeah!

Institute of Museum and Library Services Sponsors Freedom Trucks to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
The mobile exhibits will highlight the key people, places, and events that gave birth to American independence.

Washington, D.C. — The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has awarded America250, the bipartisan organization charged by Congress to lead the commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a grant to launch six mobile exhibits known as “Freedom Trucks” to travel across the country throughout 2026, sharing the story of our nation’s founding. The project directly supports the January 29, 2025, Presidential Executive Order, “Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday.”

The mobile exhibits will highlight the key people, places, and events that gave birth to American independence, and will stop at local libraries, schools, and community gatherings. At a time when 64 percent of Americans cannot pass the citizenship test, these key exhibits aim to make our nation’s history more accessible and reinforce patriotism among Americans of all ages.

“As we approach America’s 250th birthday, it’s never been more important to teach the next generation of our nation’s proud history and founding principles,” said IMLS Acting Director Keith Sonderling. “Our new Freedom Trucks aim to reignite patriotism, celebrate our shared heritage, enhace local community celebrations, and ensure every American has the chance to learn about the ideals that made our country the greatest in the world. IMLS is proud to have sponsored this traveling exhibit and invite participants to learn more about our rich history at their local libraries and museums.”

Inspired by the VA250 Mobile Museum Experience, the Freedom Trucks will bring history to life with inspiring, factual content, including digital and interactive material. Based on concept of the Freedom Train, one of the most memorable and educational aspects of the bicentennial, they are poised to become...

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · Sep 1

I turned in my manuscript! 20 years of advice, tea, & inspiration in 200 pages.

Thanks to my library friends who contributed!

Looking forward to sharing “Enhance Your Library, Enhance Your Wellbeing: How to Fight Burnout and Reclaim Library Joy” in 2026!

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · Aug 26

Not a ton unfortunately but I’d be happy to chat or email about some ideas!

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · Aug 26

As a human this hurts.
As a mom who knows her kids’ school district purchased a new AI program for their use, it’s devastating.

apnews.com/article/chat...

An AI chatbot pushed a teen to kill himself, a lawsuit against its creator alleges

A Florida mother is suing a tech company over an AI chatbot that she says pushed her son to kill himself.

apnews.com

Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · Aug 26

Thanks @dabaum.bsky.social & hi @schweizercomics.bsky.social here to help!

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