Of all the things we librarians have to deal with these days... book challenges, limited budgets, now Scalzis skulking around our stacks...
I live in Lisle and it still feels way out there even from next door!
People don't realize how hard it is as a high-risk person to be stuck at home basically non-stop for years, have to beg folks to mask up so they don't harm us & see that that still isn't enough to protect us all. It's been nearly 5 years of this. Masks should be mandatory in healthcare facilities.
My favorite interview I definitely wasn't important enough to get was a freshman college psych assignment to interview a psychologist/iatrist and I didn't want to do it in person/on the phone, so I emailed Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and actually got a response. My professor's mind was BLOWN
Take it from someone who has done things like this multiple times despite being a nobody (thanks for the lack of awareness, autism!) mostly people will be cool with answering a few questions because they like talking about what they do.
idk who needs to hear this but if you've ever wanted to, for example, start a blog where you interview indie game devs but are worried that you don't have enough clout or connections or whatever to get them to agree to be on your site, my advice to you is to just go ahead and e-mail them anyway
I was just told that my horror writing class's enrollment is low enough that it might get canceled 💀 If you or anyone you know is interested in getting to know the genre in a fun and accessible way, please check it out! www.atlasobscura.com/experiences/...
In this four-part seminar, trace the roots of the horror genre and begin crafting a story of your own. Course Description The horror genre is a funhouse mirror, offeri...
i love that i only know i can order more free covid tests when someone i follow on social media is like "heads up! go to the usps website today!" a robust public health infrastructure modelled on "McRib Is Back"
On 9/26, the disability community lost a fierce & beloved advocate. Tinu advocated endlessly for the immune-compromised and extended masking. Stopping the spread of COVID is so important. Please, the next time you're going to the grocery store or planning an event, think of Tinu and wear a mask.