What's New

I could have called this post "Why I'm the Luckiest Librarian in Elmira." The picture on the left is the new library circulation desk which was installed on 10/27. It's a beautiful piece of furniture with lots of storage space. We were very excited to "move in" to all of the drawers and cabinets! Thanks to Mr. Krantz and Southern Tier Contracting for making it happen!

I Know You Like a Book

One of my favorites quotes about readings is from Alice Hoffman: "Books may well be the only true magic." This quote is painted on the wall outside our library.

Here are some other quotes about reading. What's your favorite?

Quotes about Reading

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Books with Beat

The theme for Teen Read Week 2010 is "Books with Beat."
Here are some books about teens and music:



This video was created using a very cool online tool called Animoto. Want to learn how? Ask your librarian.

Teens' Top 10

1. Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

2. City of Glass by Cassandra Clare

3. Heist Society by Ally Carter

4. Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater

5. Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick

6. Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl

7. Along for the Ride by Sarah Dessen

8. If I Stay by Gayle Forman

9. Fire by Kristen Cashore

10. Wintergirls by Laurie Halse Anderson