Category: Archive
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Link-N-Blogs: Feb 8
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“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You’re on your own, and you know what you know. And you are the guy who’ll decide where to go.”–Dr. Seuss Literary Misquotes: Don’t believe everything you read on…
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Link-N-Blogs: Feb 1
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“You have to write the book that wants to be written. And if the book will be too difficult for grown-ups, then you write it for children.” –Madeleine L’Engle Caldecott Turns 75: This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Caldecott Medal, awarded to the most distinguished children’s picture book…
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Pride and Prejudice Adaptations: Mr. Darcy’s Diary
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This year marks the celebration of the 200th anniversary of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, and the fan base just keeps growing! The field of Austentiana keeps expanding as new adaptations in books and films add more twists and adventures for the beloved characters. Mr. Darcy’s Diary by Amanda Grange…
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Oscar Nominated Book Adaptations
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The 85th annual Academy Awards will take place on February 24, 2013 at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, California. While the films that are nominated are being recognized for their cinematic value, many of them were made into movies because of the writing found in their original novel form.…
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Infograph: The Future of Libraries
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Did you know: There are over 121,000 libraries in America and 69% of Americans use libraries 67% of libraries offer downloadable e-books and 28% lend out e-readers and mobile devices 95% of libraries have some kind of online, social media presence
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Link-N-Blogs: Jan 25
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“I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of any thing than of a book! — When I have a house of my own, I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library.”–Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice BookScout: There’s a new…