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Megan Mabee

Megan Mabee has been filling notebooks with her story ideas and favorite book quotes since she first began reading. She enjoys board gaming, rewatching Miyazaki movies, and building Legos with her preschooler. Megan holds a Master of Library and Information Studies degree from UNC Greensboro and a Public Librarian Certification. Megan has worked in a college bookstore and high school library, and she now loves talking books in the public library where she works and as a Bibliologist at TBR: Tailored Book Recommendations.

Quiz: A Pirate’s Book For Me! Which YA Pirate Book Should Ye Read Next?

Avast ye! ARR you ready to submerge yourself into a swashbuckling YA pirate book? Walk the plank and take this quiz to see what awaits you!

How EARWIG AND THE WITCH Helped Me Understand the Benefits of Horror for Kids

We don't necessarily think of the horror genre as being a great benefit to kids. Earwig and the Witch shows us how we're wrong.

“What did I know of mortal babies?”: Six Parenthood Lessons From CIRCE

Parenting is hard, and Circe's reflections on parenthood serve as lessons — and commiseration — for those who need them.

Flirty Before Age 30: 9 Sweet New Adult Romance Books

If you're looking for some sweet new adult romance books for a delightful summer read, find some great options, including If The Shoe Fits, here to fill your TBR!

Rebellions, Rivals, and Ruthless Rulers: 9 Fantasy Books With Epic Political Intrigue

Sink your reading teeth into these outstanding fantasy books with epic political intrigue, including She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan.

Looking Sharp: Announcing the 2021 CWA Dagger Award Winners

The votes have been cast, and the 2021 Crime Writers' Association's Dagger Award Winners have been chosen!

The Value of the Book Cover: My Favorite Way to Discover Books in Libraries

A reader and library secretary on the value of book covers in libraries, and how they often help her discover books quickly.

9 Heartfelt Middle Grade Books About Friendship

The friendships in these heartfelt middle grade reads show both what a good friend should be and how to be one in return.

On the Companionship of Audiobooks and Podcasts

How one readers experiences the companionship of audiobooks and podcasts, and enjoys a sense of comfort and ease through the formats.

Bringing the Library to You: 8 Books About Mobile Libraries

In honor of library bookmobiles and National Library Outreach Day, check out these books about mobile libraries for all readers.