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Feeling burned out, dispirited, or just plain blah? Plant a whole lot of joy at your library using this little book’s fun and inventive ideas!
Library joy is more than a feeling; it is a choice and call to everyday practices of connection, empowerment, and well-being. And it isn’t a heavy lift—in fact, it can all start with a few tiny seeds.
"Start your day with a smile to yourself, a service worker, a stranger, or a coworker."
"Reminisce about a book that you’ve enjoyed and why. Post a book recommendation in a workroom or share it with a coworker."
"Encourage someone new to libraries today - a library student, a new library user, a new coworker, or new community partner."
This delightful book brims with dozens of joy-centering approaches and activities ready to draw on whenever your day could use a boost. It also makes a perfect gift and is sure to bring smiles to your fellow library workers, trusted volunteers, board members, and all the book lovers in your life.
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