Bookish Dame

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The Summer Reading Program at my library is all done. Prizes have been handed out, programs are all done. It is already starting to get more quiet here. It was a busy summer, I am glad for some quiet time to breathe and plan for the fall.

Me and my comfort book:

Book art.
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How a Quiet Librarian Became a Loud Threat to the Iowa Legislature: Book Censorship News, July 19, 2025 How one Iowa librarian went from being unaware of attacks on books and libraries to running for state-level office to turn the tide around.

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Good Trouble.

This is my fighting style.

I always loved Marcie.

10 Memoirs by Women That Grapple with Political Upheavals Around the World - Electric Literature These books bearing witness to authoritarianism, war, and occupation offer an invaluable lens for our current moment

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Wow, this is a great list of memoirs written by women. I have added several to my TBR list.

I would pick live in your favorite fictional world and I would be living with Matthew, Marilla, and Anne at Green Gables.

I wanted to read something light and fun this week so I picked Duchess Material by Emily Sullivan.

My husband is an extrovert and is constantly trying to get me out to bars and parties. Sometimes I go but most of the time this is my answer.