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[Book Review] I Work at a Public Library by Gina Sheridan

December 6, 2017      Erica Robyn      8 Comments

Book Review of I Work at a Public Library by Gina Sheridan

In the introduction of this book, the author writes: “I Work at a Public Library is for anyone who enjoys the absurdity and humanity of everyday life.” This absolutely nails it.

Some stories made me chuckle, some made me cringe. Some were heartwarming, some were infuriating. This book is certainly takes you on a ride!

My Thoughts on I Work at a Public Library: A Collection of Crazy Stories from the Stacks by Gina Sheridan 

I first heard about this book when a booktuber was talking it (apologies, I can’t remember who it was for the life of me!). My library didn’t have it at the time, but I kept checking back. When I saw that it was available last week, I immediately put in a request.

The idea behind this book began on Tumblr at iworkatapubliclibrary.com, which, if you haven’t checked out yet, I highly recommend doing so right now! It’s so wonderful.

The book is split up into categories such as “Computers”, “Reading Interests and Habits”, and even “Bullying”. The book ends with a section titled “Volumes of Gratitude.” What a wonderful way to wrap up the book! I could read this section over and over again.

Many of the stories included made me laugh, but the vast majority made me cringe a bit. Here are a few of my favorites:

My Final Thoughts on I Work at a Public Library

There were a couple of slight things that made me cut the fifth tea cup, but overall I really enjoyed this book! I would recommend this to any reader, but especially readers that love their local library.


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Thanks for reading!
Do you have a favorite book that is about a library? I’d love to hear about it in the comments section below.

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  1. reeca says

    December 6, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    Looks fabulous!!! Can’t wait to read it!!

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    • Erica Robyn says

      December 6, 2017 at 1:36 pm

      😀

      Reply
  2. Angela Lawrence says

    December 6, 2017 at 3:16 pm

    I totally agree with the woman who wants to give everyone a bookmark! Some people don't treat library books very well – I don't know how many books I've taken out that have coffee stains all over them!

    Reply
    • Erica Robyn says

      December 6, 2017 at 3:17 pm

      Right?! Me too! It drives me crazy when people treat library books badly. My worst one was a book that had food ALL THROUGH IT. So gross!

      Reply
  3. Sassy Brit says

    December 6, 2017 at 5:03 pm

    This sounds hilarious! At first I wondered, just how funny can this book be? hmmm, was't convinced, until now. I love this!!

    I do also agree with the woman who mentioned giving away bookmarks – no one should turn down the corners of the page…. lol

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    • Erica Robyn says

      December 6, 2017 at 10:34 pm

      Ha! Right?! I think you would love this!! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Barb says

    December 6, 2017 at 5:53 pm

    This sounds so much fun and I can't imagine the things in it. I'm going to have to check it out. I know there are two books centered around stupid things people say in book stores that I've always wanted to read as well.

    Reply
    • Erica Robyn says

      December 6, 2017 at 10:34 pm

      Definitely!! I can't wait to see what you think once you get your hands on it! 🙂

      Reply

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