Tag: Library
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I Visited Dublin and Fell in Love with all the Books

After an eight hour flight, I landed in Ireland to enjoy the beginning of summer vacation. When I handed my passport to the customs officer, he was skeptical of my projected ten day visit in Dublin. “That’s too long,” he insisted. “You only need two days in Dublin. Maybe three. Then, you need to go…
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Why Children’s Books?

“You’re an adult. Why are you reading a kid’s book?” I’ve encountered this question often throughout my education in library sciences and as a children’s writer. It’s usually slipped in behind a left-handed compliment. “You’re such a good writer. Why don’t you want to write real books?” “Your research is thorough, but wouldn’t you get…
