My Librarian: Rachel
I have been an avid reader for most of my life. My mom was an elementary school teacher so I grew up surrounded by books and took regular visits to our small public library. My reading slowed somewhat during my busy 20s, but then my daughter was born and I stayed home with her. We began taking weekly visits to our library for story time, and soon enough I was back in a regular reading habit. One of our favorite family activities is to all snuggle up with blankets on the couches and read side-by-side. When it came time for me to return to work, I couldn’t imagine any place that would be a better fit than the library!
I tend to read for entertainment and escapism, so my instinct is to avoid anything too heavy. But I also am a lifelong learner and love reading books that teach me about other cultures, different periods in history, or just teach me something new and interesting. I will read just about anything that comes highly recommended by my bookish friends.
Request a book recommendation. Be sure to select Rachel as your librarian.
My Top Picks
The following titles are the ones that I consider favorites across a variety of genres – and most of which I have read more than once. Some are just books where the story brought me joy, and others changed the way I looked at the world or myself.
Contemporary Romance: He Falls First
I read a lot of contemporary romance, and my favorite trope is when he falls first. And especially when you combine it with enemies-to-lovers.
Book Club Favorites
I have a fabulous circle of friends who love to talk books. These are recent titles that everyone in my circle seems to have read and loved.
Books About Books
I’m a booklover so I love titles that are set in the world of books – whether it is an integral part of the plot or whether it’s just a book involving a librarian or an author.
Memoirs about Cooking/Food
When I have the time, I really enjoy cooking and I always enjoy eating fancy food. I also love to watch Top Chef. So, memoirs from the big names in the food and restaurant industries always attract my attention.