librarydreams's review
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
readingthroughtheages's review against another edition
4.0
A beautiful ode to all that you find in the pages of library books and in libraries. The illustrations are beautiful and bright!
kbbru's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
I listened to this book in audio, so I can't comment on the illustrations. The book was read by the author and contained a brief informational afterword.
thenextgenlibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful story about a love of the library and reading what you want.
saragrochowski's review
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
I’ve been out of the library this past week - many thanks to my coworkers who helped cover and keep things running! - so I think this ode to libraries hit even harder than it would have normally. Giovanni’s poetic text has a jazz-inspired rhythm; after all, a library can be a place “to be blue, to be jazz.” Robinson’s illustrations are best appreciated in person, and are reminiscent of stained glass and cathedrals, a reminder that the public library is its own place of worship, where books, knowledge, and community reign supreme.
In the author’s note at the end of the book, Giovanni shares memories of her first librarian, Mrs. Long, who “always knew what she needed.” I hope that my library kids remember me with the same fondness someday.
In the author’s note at the end of the book, Giovanni shares memories of her first librarian, Mrs. Long, who “always knew what she needed.” I hope that my library kids remember me with the same fondness someday.
gratzee's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
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