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It's not uncommon for readers to get specialized in a type, style or genre of book that they like to read, and that can be doubly true for kids. For some reason though, when it comes to graphic novels there seems to be a connotation that this type of reading is less valuable than your typical book. So here's the question are graphic novels worthwhile reading? Ultimately the answer is yes. Reading of any type should be considered worthwhile and just because a book is illustrat

Are you a book lover looking to add a touch of literary flair to your daily life? Well, you're in luck! The library is now offering an exciting range of merchandise that caters to all the bookworms out there. From cozy reading nook essentials to stylish bookish accessories, there's something for every avid reader to enjoy. Let's dive into the world of literary-inspired goodies awaiting you at the library! Enhance Your Reading Experience There's nothing quite like curling up w

As a librarian I hear this discussion often, that audio books aren't real reading, they are cheating and as a result, many kids are dissuaded from taking out audio books. So this is to set the record straight; Are Audio Books Cheating? Well that depends on how you define reading. If you define reading as the decoding of words where you break the letters into their sounds and then into spoken language then probably, audio books are cheating. But let's be realistic unless you a