Hey librarian friends, we just posted 4 librarian positions! Share with your friends. #libraryjobs governmentjobs.com/careers/eugene…

I'm so happy to share the cover for my biography of Jeanne Villepreux-Power, 19th-century aquarium inventor and octopus sleuth! Thanks to incredible designer @carkneetoe, awesome editor Carol Hinz (on hiatus) and the whole Lerner Books team! pre-order links here ➡️ dannastaaf.com/p/the-lady-and…

Wanna serve on an ALSC committee? Now’s the perfect time to put in your ALSC Volunteer Interest Form! (log in to access form): ala.org/alsc/aboutalsc… Lmk if I can help. The wonderful @susankusel helped me fill out my 1st form. I’d love to pay it forward. ❤️ ALSC

Today I got to tell a young patron about my favorite Passover book: The Passover Guest. Thanks to @susankusel for writing such a beautiful book!

Join me and some awesome ALSC Membership Committee folks at this casual gathering at #alaac22 Thanks to Elly and the ALSC staff for making this possible!

During our membership meeting at #ALAAC22, we’ll hear from Megan Emery Schadlich from @LibraryHealing and learn how Healing Library kits and resources support children and families through their healing journeys. 🧡

Sometimes your brother comes to your library and signs copies of his book! @AndyMusserArt

Not sure if ALSC is for you? Check out this post by Aryssa Damron alsc.ala.org/blog/2022/08/h… ALSC

Anyone out there have a resource for finding out the correct way to pronounce scientific names? My next book has a whole bunch of amazing fungi and I want their scientific names to be approachable for young readers. #AdventuresInNonfictionWriting

If you’re interested in learning about #kidlit titles translated into English from other languages, do yourself a favor and follow the amazinf Sprite Q

Eeeeeee! It’s surreal to see the book @AndyMusserArt and I created on Edelweiss! Library and bookstore friends, take a sneak peek! edelweiss.plus/homepage.aspx?…

📢 As we begin our new strategic planning process, we’re interested in hearing from current, past & prospective members. Over the next 2 months, member leaders will facilitate a series of affinity sessions to gather input from you! #alsc22

It’s been fascinating to look back at past me’s approach to applying for jobs, interviewing, etc especially now that I get to hire for my own team!

What Are You Waiting For? alsc.ala.org/blog/2022/10/w…

I got to chat with Dr. Kakani Katija while writing my book about using a submersible to find a giant squid. She was so helpful and kind and I’m so excited for her newest collaborative adventure! Check it out!

The world needs more books by Danna and also more cephalopod books. This is a double whammy of wonderful!

Apply by October 16! ⬇️

Another book by Danna Staaf! I have asked her a bunch of questions about squid eggs and baby squid, and she had amazing insights to share. I can’t wait to find out what she has to share about other babies!

Thinking about creating/reworking your professional website? Check out all the website survey responses on @HiringLib , including mine! hiringlibrarians.com/2022/10/20/per… Ps thanks to @AndyMusserArt for designing my website. I have the best brother 🥰