Author: James Patterson, Matt Eversmann
Published: April 8, 2024 by Little, Brown and Company
Format: Audio 8 hours, Hardcover 333 Pages
Genre: Biography
First Sentence: “Ah, I just love that smell,” I hear a customer say to a friend as I’m doing some shelving at the back of the bookstore.
Blurb: Booksellers and librarians are superheroes, saving lives every single day. Here are their amazing, inspiring true stories as told to the greatest storyteller of our time, James Patterson.
To be a bookseller or librarian…
You have to play detective.
Be a treasure hunter. A matchmaker. An advocate. A visionary.
A person who creates “book joy” by pulling a book from a shelf, handing it to someone and saying, “You’ve got to read this. You’re going to love it.”
Step inside The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians and enter a world where you can feed your curiosities, discover new voices, find whatever you want or require. This place has the magic of rainbows and unicorns, but it's also a business. The book business.
Meet the smart and talented people who live between the pages—and who can’t wait to help you find your next favorite book.
My Opinion: Feeling the onset of a reading slump, I turned to the audio version of The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians hoping to reignite my passion for books. And it worked wonders.
From the moment I started listening, the enthusiasm of book lovers rekindled my own love for reading. The book's heartfelt stories showcase how booksellers and librarians, through their passion and dedication, help people connect with the wider world. They introduce new passions, inject humor into everyday interactions, answer the questions people are often too afraid to ask, and stand firm against book banning.
The stories narrated in the book reminded me of the incredible impact books can have. I listened to the audio twice, keeping it close for those days when I needed a pick-me-up. Even as the stories became familiar, they resonated, providing comfort and inspiration.
What struck me most was how booksellers and librarians go beyond their roles to make a difference. They create a sense of community, offer guidance, and show compassion, all while championing the power of reading. These true stories highlight the magic that happens when people connect through books.
The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians pulled me out of my reading slump and reminded me of the profound joy books and those who love them bring to our lives. It's a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the magic of reading and the unsung heroes who keep that magic alive.
Blurb: Booksellers and librarians are superheroes, saving lives every single day. Here are their amazing, inspiring true stories as told to the greatest storyteller of our time, James Patterson.
To be a bookseller or librarian…
You have to play detective.
Be a treasure hunter. A matchmaker. An advocate. A visionary.
A person who creates “book joy” by pulling a book from a shelf, handing it to someone and saying, “You’ve got to read this. You’re going to love it.”
Step inside The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians and enter a world where you can feed your curiosities, discover new voices, find whatever you want or require. This place has the magic of rainbows and unicorns, but it's also a business. The book business.
Meet the smart and talented people who live between the pages—and who can’t wait to help you find your next favorite book.
My Opinion: Feeling the onset of a reading slump, I turned to the audio version of The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians hoping to reignite my passion for books. And it worked wonders.
From the moment I started listening, the enthusiasm of book lovers rekindled my own love for reading. The book's heartfelt stories showcase how booksellers and librarians, through their passion and dedication, help people connect with the wider world. They introduce new passions, inject humor into everyday interactions, answer the questions people are often too afraid to ask, and stand firm against book banning.
The stories narrated in the book reminded me of the incredible impact books can have. I listened to the audio twice, keeping it close for those days when I needed a pick-me-up. Even as the stories became familiar, they resonated, providing comfort and inspiration.
What struck me most was how booksellers and librarians go beyond their roles to make a difference. They create a sense of community, offer guidance, and show compassion, all while championing the power of reading. These true stories highlight the magic that happens when people connect through books.
The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians pulled me out of my reading slump and reminded me of the profound joy books and those who love them bring to our lives. It's a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the magic of reading and the unsung heroes who keep that magic alive.
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