Paul Vinelli

A side-by-side image featuring teacher-librarian Christopher Hunt and writer-librarian Paul Vinelli wearing the #LibrarianFashion outfits to be discussed on this episode. The top of the image banner says The Sartorial Librarians Podcast and the bottom of the image banner includes the episode number and the Bluesky & Instagram handle @sartoriallibrary Library Looks: Chris clashes patterns in shades of blue, black, grey. Paul salutes a variety of stylish tigers. Library Books: I Was: The Stories of Animal Skulls by Katherine Hocker and Natasha Donovan Lonely Bird by Ruth Whiting Katherine Hocker ⁠https://katherinehocker.art/ ⁠ Natasha Donovan ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ndonovan/⁠ ⁠https://www.natashadonovan.com/⁠ Ruth Whiting ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ruth_whiting/ ⁠ ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/ruthwhiting.bsky.social ⁠ Library Tangents: Crisscross crosshatch; is that electric blue?; Tiger theme; Magnum P.I. tribute wear; lyrical stories of skulls; detailed illustrations with fangs; offering the reader descriptive clues; telling the story more than just telling the facts; exceptional back matter; nonfiction picture books as mentor texts for teachers and students; creative ways to inspire writing; 2D characters and their worlds; the beauty of what we rescue from the trash; a scrap(py) paper hero; little items of ephemera; small, shy and powerful; Fraggle Rock and Doozers; epic montage across a kitchen floor; an artist’s responsibility for their creations; the beauty of lonely tasks

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Ep 15: Lonely Heroes & Lyrical Skulls

I Was: The Stories of Animal Skulls by Katherine Hocker & Natasha Donovan

Lonely Bird by @ruthwhiting.bsky.social

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If you haven’t had a chance to listen to our celebratory podcast about incredible picture books (and #LibrarianFashion), we recommend this recent episode.

Thanks to @sartoriallibrary.bsky.social not only for their podcast celebrations of picture books and librarian fashion, but for the #LibrarianFashion tag. Browsing the latter is a wonderful way to discover some bibliophile #Uplift! 📚

A little promo picture for our podcast,The Sartorial Librarians, which shows the books and outfits we will be discussing in the episode. In the bottom left corner, there is a photo with Paul Vinelli on one side and Christopher Hunt on the other side, each of them wearing the outfits that are discussed as #LibrarianFashion in this episode of the podcast. In the top left corner, is the cover image for The Art of Clean Up: Life Made Neat and Tidy, by Ursus Wehrli. In the bottom right is a photo of the book cover for Bunny and Tree, by Balint Zsako. In the top right corner is the logo for the podcast, which features a book with the podcast title, white letters on a pink cover, over top of close-up of a brown-with-orange-stripe cardigan sweater, buttoned over a tie with blue white and orange diagonal plaid over top of a button up shirt with plaid in orange, black, blue and gray and white. Library Looks: Chris powers up with paisley and a superhero cardigan. Paul selects symbols that synch with the story. Library Books: The Art of Cleanup: Life Made Neat and Tidy by Ursus Wehrli Bunny and Tree by Balint Zsako Ursus Wehrli https://www.instagram.com/ursuswehrli/ Balint Zsako https://www.instagram.com/balintzsako/ Library Tangents: The power of paisley; Cardigan superhero mentality; symbols and symbol decoding; 6 plus 4 plus 3 equals 2 in baseball; Sherlock / Doctor Who crossover; “some good niche geekery”; deconstructed fruit salad; a jumble of random stuff; where’s the potato come from?; tidying up; minimalism; one car, two car, red car, blue car; collage; OK Go on treadmills; setting the stage for plays - books as theater; using symbolism to communicate; symbiosis - fun to say and a cool concept; Paul discusses collaborating with an illustrator to create his own graphic memoir; a search for joint meaning; a stranger comes to town or someone goes on a journey; kudos to books taking risks.

The Sartorial Librarians Podcast

Episode 14: Tidying Up, Symbolism and Symbiosis

The Art of Cleanup: Life Made Neat and Tidy by Ursus Wehrli

Bunny and Tree by Balint Zsako

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A yellow background poster with three rows of inset episode promo pics. Between the rows are dark pink banners with text that reads, The Sartorial Librarians Podcast: Celebrate Libraries and #LibrarianFashion The episode promo posts (for ep. 6-12) show various books we discuss on each, plus pictures of the #LibrarianFashion we discuss. More info about those can be found in the original episode promo posts in the ALT text there.

Hey folks,
Feel free to tag us any time you post some #LibrarianFashion, as we’d love to see and celebrate your library style—be it casual or spiffy.

A little promo picture for our podcast,The Sartorial Librarians, which shows the books and outfits we will be discussing in the episode. In the bottom left corner, there is a photo with Paul Vinelli on one side and Christopher Hunt on the other side, each of them wearing the outfits that are discussed as #LibrarianFashion in this episode of the podcast. In the top right corner, is the cover image for Opposites Abstract by Mo Willems. In the bottom right is a photo of the book cover for I Am A Bird by Hope Lim and Hyewon Yum. In the top left corner is the logo for the podcast, which features a book with the podcast title, white letters on a pink cover, over top of close-up of a brown-with-orange-stripe cardigan sweater, buttoned over a tie with blue white and orange diagonal plaid over top of a button up shirt with plaid in orange, black, blue and gray and white. Library Looks: Paul goes full preppy with a button up, tie and dark sweater. Chris geek chic riots with a jumble of colours, patterns and textures. Library Books: I Am A Bird by Hope Lim and Hyewon Yum Opposites Abstract by Mo Willems Library Tangents: Two guys wearing ties; Dead Poets Society prep; a riot of colour and pattern; revisiting the logo; conveying movement in illustrations; subtle side eye; not overreading others; questioning the question; abstractions for building discussion, debate, or consensus; differing ways of seeing.

The Sartorial Librarians Podcast

Ep 13: Two Guys Wearing Ties, Birds & Abstractions

I Am A Bird by @hopelim.bsky.social and Hyewon Yum
Opposites Abstract by Mo Willems

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The feeling is mutual, bud.

Harold's "Practical Matters in Children's Book Publishing" is an extraordinary value. I highly recommend taking this course if you are interested in pursuing publication.

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Cover of My Dog and I by Luca Tortolini and Felicita Sala. The cover features a young child carrying a blue flag while riding on the back of a bear that is walking through a park. Trees and birds are in the background.

Hi Pat - I am a big fan of My Dog and I by Luca Tortolini and Felicita Sala.

Image noting participation in the 2025 Michelle Begley Mentor Program through the Rocky Mountain Chapter of SCBWI. The images features the words Michelle Begley Mentor Program and a blue bear wearing glasses and intently reading a book.

I've been fortunate to work with two extraordinary picture book teachers through @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social's Michelle Begley Mentor Program. @lynnbbooks.bsky.social & @schaubwrites.bsky.social are exceptional coaches and amazingly gifted guides for finding voice and heart in original manuscripts.

This looks super cool. Love the innovative programming...

Agreed, @shadras.bsky.social ... so much thoughtful design went into this book, and it's awesome getting the chance to chat about it in-depth. Please give us a listen! Best, Paul

Three images promoting Episode 12 of The Sartorial Librarians Podcast. In the top left corner is an image featuring The Sartorial Librarians Logo - a photo of a sweater layered over a checkered shirt and tie. In the top right corner is an image of co-hosts Christopher Hunt and Paul Vinelli. Christopher is wearing a red sweatshirt and Paul is wearing a checkered shirt and fedora. The bottom image is a picture of the cover of the book The Black Book of Colors by Menena Cottin and Rosana Faria. The cover features a grasshopper leaping from a field full of tall grass and plants.

In Ep 12 of The Sartorial Librarians Podcast we discuss The Black Book of Colors by Menena Cottin & Rosana Faria from @groundwoodbooks.bsky.social & @houseofanansi.bsky.social. The book features braille, raised reliefs and only the color black.

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A side-by-side image featuring teacher-librarian Christopher Hunt and writer-librarian Paul Vinelli wearing the #LibrarianFashion outfits to be discussed on this episode. The top of the image banner says The Sartorial Librarians Podcast and the bottom of the image banner includes the episode number and the Bluesky & Instagram handle @sartoriallibrary Library Looks: Paul levels up by adding his trusty fedora. Chris pairs high tops with his ultra casual Section 35 hoodie. Library Books: Epossumondas, by Colleen Salley and Janet Stevens The Black Book of Colors by Menena Cottin and Rosana Faria Library Tangents: Section 35: an Indigenous fashion house in Stó:lō territory and a reference to the Canadian Constitution Act section on treaty rights. Take off your hat, son. Noodleheaded mistake mayhem. When an author becomes an illustration in their own book. A sidebar on Amelia Bedelia. Braille and raised relief line work. Reimagining how we describe colors.

The Sartorial Librarians Podcast
Ep 12: Gym Hoodies, Noodleheads & Fedora Funk

Epossumondas by Colleen Salley and Janet Stevens
The Black Book of Colors by Menena Cottin and Rosana Faria

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Thanks Melissa :)

Whoa they totally rock. Thank you. #kidlitchat

Cool Dad Raising Daughter On Media That Will Put Her Entirely Out Of Touch With Her Generation RENTON, WA—Local man Paul Campbell confirmed Saturday he was raising his daughter Emma on a variety of media carefully selected to help her cultivate an appreciation for artistic quality, a move that ...

I think letting the young folks run the dial is always smart. I'll forever remember this headline from The Onion. #kidlitchat

theonion.com/cool-dad-rai...

What kind of music is it, Jessica? #kidlitchat

What's everybody listening to? I'm trying on Phish. #kidlitchat

Geometric art by Paul Vinelli featuring triangles and half circles. The geometric intersections are marked by an assortment of different colors.

Mostly doodling. #kidlitchat

Evening in Missoula Evening in Missoula is a Montana concoction wrapped up and blended into one sweet, legendary herbal tea. A taste of Missoula in every sip.

Oooh, that looks like a winner, Debbie. If I may share a tea recommendation... this one comes from Montana and is the perfect non-caffeinated option for winding down the day. Tea is an amazing healing force!

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The Governor General's award nominees / winners are consistently phenomenal.

Awesome article, Meg.

I would absolutely welcome that opportunity, Barb.

A promo picture for our podcast, The Sartorial Librarians, which shows the books and outfits we will be discussing in the episode. In the top left corner, there is a photo with Paul Vinelli on one side and Christopher Hunt on the other side, each of them wearing the outfits that are discussed as #LibrarianFashion in this episode of the podcast. In the bottom left corner, is the cover image for Yesterday I Had The Blues, by Jaron Ashfird Frame and R. Gregory Christie. In the top right is a photo of the book cover for Prairie Boy, by Barb Rosenstock. In the bottom right corner is the logo for the podcast, which features a book with the podcast title, white letters on a pink cover, over top of close-up of a brown-with-orange-stripe cardigan sweater, buttoned over a tie with blue white and orange diagonal plaid over top of a button up shirt with plaid in orange, black, blue and gray and white.

This Valentine's Day, The Sartorial Librarians Podcast expresses affection for:

Prairie Boy by @barbrosenstock.bsky.social & @csneal.bsky.social

Yesterday, I Had The Blues by Jeron Ashford Frame & R. Gregory Christie.

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Apparently they're huge fans of Costco chocolate cake, so bring any that you have inside.

A side-by-side image featuring teacher-librarian Christopher Hunt and writer-librarian Paul Vinelli wearing the #LibrarianFashion outfits to be discussed on this episode. The top of the image banner says The Sartorial Librarians Podcast and the bottom of the image banner includes the episode number and the Bluesky & Instagram handle @sartoriallibrary Library Looks: Paul salutes his MLIS alma mater with UT-Austin Longhorn Orange. Chris's tie reminds us that if you work with squirrels you have to dress for squirrels. Library Books: Prairie Boy: Frank Lloyd Wright Turns The Heartland Into A Home by Barb Rosenstock and Christopher Silas Neal. Yesterday, I Had The Blues by Jeron Ashford Frame and R. Gregory Christie. Library Tangents: Chris gets tangled in the horns of sports (lack of) knowledge; the creative importance of building toys; wandering and noticing architecture; how we connect color and emotion.

Ep 11: Squirrels, Longhorns, Building Blocks & Emotional Colors

Prairie Boy by @barbrosenstock.bsky.social & @csneal.bsky.social
Yesterday, I Had The Blues by Jeron Ashford Frame & R. Gregory Christie.

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Such a tremendous book. Go @ellenweinstein.bsky.social!
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(Extra hat tip to @elawreads.bsky.social)

I really like that you can scan your collection to strategically submit poems. This makes a ton of sense to me... thanks for sharing.

Hi Christiana - do you have a single poetry document? If so, is that to make your work more searchable?