Like my fellow bloggers, I am a huge fan of audiobooks. I have a long-ish commute to work and without audiobooks I would be lost. Also, since having twins, audiobooks have become one of the only ways I can sneak in a bit of “reading.” Our old friend Novelist can be of use to those … Continue reading Wednesdays @ West: In Search of More Listening
So apparently the Library doesn’t have a “celebratory fireworks” line item in its budget, so we’ll have to make do with these as I announce, with enormous pride and delight, that it is the Free For All’s first birthday! That’s right, beloved patrons, today is the first anniversary of our first post. Since then, we’ve … Continue reading Happy Birthday to Us!
It’s no real secret that Neil Gaiman is a favorite of ours here at the Free For All. And it’s not just because he writes glorious books, and it’s not just because he does all the voices in his audiobooks. It’s because he’s a fan of Libraries, too. And, in honor of National Library Week, we wanted … Continue reading And now, a word from Neil Gaiman…
Psst…Are you alone? I have a secret to tell you. Come closer… Closer… I need to whisper this one. Are you ready for this? Here goes: I’ve never read Harry Potter. Seriously, any of them. I know, I know. It’s become a beloved classic not just for children, but for adults, too. This is one … Continue reading A(nother) Saturdays @ the South Bibliophile Confession: Unread Books
My original thoughts for this Saturday’s post was to do another holiday-related post. But then I thought it might be a bit too cliche and possibly stressful for our readers. As many of us are getting down to the wire for Christmas, having yet another holiday post might just be too much for some. But then I … Continue reading Saturdays @ the South: 2015 in Review
While there are many parts of the Internet that can be rabbit-holes designed to suck your free time away from you without you even noticing, there are many other parts of the Internet that I can’t imagine living without. Fun, interesting blogs like this one, and others that we’ve mentioned here where anyone can find … Continue reading Saturdays @ the South: In Transit
I know I’m going to regret asking this question, but could it get any hotter out there? Or more humid? But there is good news, beloved patrons. The library is air-conditioned, and we are happy for you to come in and cool off for a bit. And, as an added bonus, you are welcome to … Continue reading Five Book Friday!