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Sheryn Morris, Librarian, Literature & Fiction

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Tortured, Jailed, Exiled, Censored, But Not Silenced
Over the centuries, various forms of expression have been banned or destroyed, and their creators have been censored, imprisoned, tortured, killed, exiled.
Some Bubbly to Ring in 2019
Champagne is a sparkling wine served on festive special occasions (birthdays, anniversaries, or to ring in a new year), and to christen boats and ships (military or pleasure). Champagne has a legendary history and a certain cachet.
LAPL Reads: Best of 2018
As 2018 comes to an end, LAPL Reads presents the best books of the year selected by our staff. Since 2011 we have shared our recommendations. You will find a little bit of everything including books by writers whose works you might not be aware of, but definitely deserve attention.
Good Gals Gone Bad, Gone Good...Maybe
The TV serialization of two novels, Sharp Objects and Big Little Lies, has brought attention to a new crop of novels. They are edgy, psychological, thriller, suspense stories with distinct characteristics.
Did You Hear the One About the Lawyer?
Many people have felt like screaming at lawyers—their own, or someone else’s. A major problem for non-lawyers is communication.
A Visit to the Doc: The Frederick Wiseman Collection
The documentary films of Frederick Wiseman are compelling, thought-provoking, and chilling in their candor. Wiseman led the way in making us look at subject matter we did not necessarily want to look at, even think about.
And Now for Something Completely Different: Questions Are Librarians' Stock in Trade
Librarians who work at public libraries can find almost anything, even someone’s lost dog. No, they will not look for your lost pooch, but they will provide information about public and private agencies that will. Patrons ask questions and librarians provide information.
And Now for Something Completely Different: A Brief History of Latino Heritage Month
Celebrate Latino Heritage Month, but first, a brief history:
Save the Books!
In retrospect, it is ironic that the fire took place when it did: April 29, 1986. On that day, progress was quietly continuing with plans for a renovation of the original Central Library and a new multi-level addition.
And Now for Something Completely Different: Tortured, Jailed, Exiled, but Not Silenced
During Banned Books Week we celebrate freedom of speech and freedom to read. Over the years books, paintings, and movies have been banned, and their creators have been imprisoned, tortured, or exiled in attempting to silence or obliterate them.