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Slow life, slow librarianship

It's been a quiet summer over here, focused on family, recovering from the stress of the academic year, and doing a lot of reading. I'd had fantasies of getting a…
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Is the book out? Good question.

A couple of weeks ago, I finally received copies of my re-printed book. The laminate is on nice and tight as it should be and the cover colors are a…
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Update on Social Software in Libraries

I'm sure those of you who have ordered Social Software in Libraries are wondering when your books will be coming. Believe me, I'm more anxious than anyone to see the…
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Wishing it were an April Fools’ Day Prank

Bad news, folks. :( Apparently the printer of my book screwed up big time and the book is going to have to be completely re-printed by another company. According to…
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The book is here!

The book is here! Originally uploaded by librarianmer. My day started off pretty badly. I woke up and my neck was so stiff and painful that I couldn't turn my…
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Flickr Alternative Book Cover Contest!

Every day, I see something amazing and creative that people have done online with photos, audio or video content. Whether they are creating something totally new or remixing things to…
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Social Software in Libraries: Almost Here!

Social Software in Libraries cover Originally uploaded by librarianmer. I just heard from the folks at Information Today that my book is heading off to the printer tomorrow! I think…
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Things I wish I’d known about before I finished my book

I must apologize for not writing much lately. I really believed that when I finished my book I would have lots and lots of spare time, but then the speaking…
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Book trumps blogging

My book is due in just over a month. This is a fact that is causing me a fair amount of anxiety. I know I'll get it done in time,…
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