Readers Advisory Sp23

  *Disclaimer, this post may get very passionate at various times. A soap box might be required. When it comes to books in general, as a librarian I take appreciation for all books. Now that is appreciation which is defined as "recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something" (Webster Dictionary, 2023). With that being said, does this mean I think every book in my library is something enjoyable? For me as an individual that is an obvious no, but for someone else there is a different stance on some books. As an example, I cannot stand  Fifty Shades of Grey due to the fact that when it comes to relationships and romance books, this did not appeal to me in the least. Plus, the writing style is not what I would consider to be of merit (as a writer, but that's just me). However, there are many in my work and personal circle who love this book. My point is this, we all have different views of book titles and authors and guess what. . . .THAT IS OKAY! No

  Author: Amanda Flower Title: Crime and Poetry Genre: Cozy Mystery, Gentle Reads Publication Date: April 5, 2016 Number of Pages: 345 Geographical Setting: Cascade Springs, New York Time Period: 2010'ish Series (If applicable) : Magical Bookshop Mysteries Plot Summary : Violet Waverly finds herself back at her hometown in Cascade Springs, when her grandmother Daisy calls and says she's "dying". Violet finds that Grandma Daisy is in perfect health, and Daisy then asks Violet to help her work in her magic bookstore "Charming Books" whereas its stated "Books tend to fly off the shelf and pick you." (Flower, 2016). Violet trying to finish her Doctorate back Chicago is then forced to stay and help her Grandma Daisy when a well-known carriage driver is found dead with a book from Charming Books. The victim is Benedict Raisin who upon discovering put Daisy in his will and now Daisy is the prime suspect. Now it's up to

    I think one thing to do to promote Romance, is something like "Love at First Line" this is also maybe called "Blind Date with a Book". At my library we have done the Blind Date Books, which not everyone was in to, but those who were had a great time with the activity. However, this would only promote romance books. Having likes and dislikes in Romance would be on a card and filled out and then once the book is picked it is wrapped up in solid colored paper with the first line of the book or summary on it. Then the patron enjoys their "Date"/"Love".  The descriptors would be leveled as mild, medium, spicy or el diablo hot, and then go into subgenres section like historical, science fiction, and other areas. This would also give opportunity for audiobooks, ebooks and other forms to be utilized as well. 

Author: Abbi Glines Title: Glitter Genre: Romance, Regency Publication Date: June 10, 2021 Number of Pages: 325 Geographical Setting: Great Britian Time Period: possibly during the 18-19th century Series (If applicable): N/A Plot Summary: Miriam Bathurst stands out from other ladies, she is outspoken, independent, and is willing to do what must be done to secure financial security for her family. While Hugh Compton, Earl of Ashington is not fond of his new title when his father died unexpectedly. Hugh also deals with a brother, Nicholas who bent to make his life miserable, but Hugh has more important things to worry about: getting married was number one. However, when Hugh sets his eyes on Miriam, he sees that marriage may not be so bad, but Nicholas sees and opportunity to destroy his brother. All three are about to get more than they bargained for when affections heart and vengeance come into play. Subject Headings: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romanc

  Whisked away from a life of secluded secrets and lies, Poppy must now make a choice. . .continue to be the submissive symbol or become something she never thought to be? All while trying to understand her complicated feelings for the man who betrayed her.       Poppy has now been taken to Atlantia, home to the Prince of Atlantia. However, she knows him by a different name, a name she knew and trusted, and one to not trust . . or so she tries. Casteel Da'Neer has brought Poppy to his kingdom to help in his mission and Poppy must work with Casteel in order to find the answers to questions that have long been hidden from her. Casteel knows that Poppy has something to gain, but when they both are forced to work with one another, they will start to see how far someone is willing to go for revenge. Poppy and Casteel will also need to come to terms with each other in order to save not only themselves but the lives at steak. With a growing unrest in Atlantia and attraction that cannot co

      When it comes to reviews, I have found that wide ranges are going to happen. However, I have noticed that I have learned from both good and not so great reviews. Sometimes you can learn about reading styles and appeals to books from negative reviews. When it comes to reviews as a selector, I tend to have an objective view because at the end of the day we cannot be responsible for how a patron reacts to a book. I know I have praised a book that others do not enjoy and vice versa.   For the books that are only published as eBooks and not printed, are more than likely self-published. I the lack of professional reviews on eBooks can be a boost in digital sales, but that will not make a person happy if the book is not something that appeals to them. Free books are hit and miss with people and if there are lack of reviews then a person will not know if they should continue reading the book or not. Big authors on digital books to me feels as if other books are not as important or minisc

                                                                               For the Secret Shopper, I will say overall it was a positive experience. I went in thinking I would try a mystery series since that is a genre I want to try and get into more, especially cozy mysteries (anyone in my circle knows I don't do scary at all/ Love my Hallmark).  Joanne Fluke and  Anne George’s “Southern Sisters” were the ones that the staff really hit hard on me. However, when I asked if they had spins close to "Sabrina, the Teenage Witch" I got some really interesting  series. Some I didn't mention in the paper, but I felt should list: "Miss Fortune"  by Jana Deleon, "Grimm Cove" by Mandy Roth and Esme Anderson's "Enchanted Bay series".    However, I felt that I was left somewhat disappointed because there was not a follow-up during my search. Now with the traffic through the library I was willing to be lenient, and they let me explore while the