A sign that you are trying to survive in an era of catastrophes is that you hesitate to say that last week the virus claimed more than a thousand lives because you worry that if you say this you will be accused of distracting from the victims of a different calamity.
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Books are not inherently sacred objects. Shelf space is finite. A best seller from 1991 (33 years old) does not need to continue to live on the shelf and take space away from newer more relevant books. Recyling and donation are not always options.
Every few months someone will discover that school libraries regularly throw away books, and will post about how "heartbreaking" it is. It isn't "heartbreaking". it's collection management. Mass market books have a finite life. Sorry you had to find out this way. www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news...
Paperbacks and textbooks were piled up outside Carl Schurz High School, at 3601 N. Milwaukee Ave. in the Irving Park neighborhood.
Ten items up this morning before a very busy day. Today sees Shiv, Rachel, Becky, Meg, and Hillary items. 100% of purchases fund LGBTQIA+ creators. Free US shipping over $40, flat $4 otherwise. Thanks! www.peculiarityshop.com.
Dear bookish artists, I want to create a starter pack with all artists involved in book cover art and titling! Please leave a comment if you want to be added! No AI! Please share for more visibility! And tag artists whom I should add! #booksihart#coverart#art#artistsupport#booksky
Absolutely!!!
Great Starred Booklist review in the Oct. 1 issue for @claymcleod.bsky.social's new book Wake Up and Open Your Eyes! Congratulations!
