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About Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

I'm a law librarian from the state of Missouri and a graduate of Missouri State University and the University of Missouri-Columbia. My real passion is in fiction, which is why I started my blog to share my thoughts with other bibliophiles. I live with my husband and two wonderful children and a collection of furry feline companions.

Faye, Faraway by Helen Fisher – a Book Review

Posted on May 12, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

Faye, Faraway is the debut novel by British author, Helen Fisher. It’s a relatively short read at just under 300 pages, and I managed to read it in about three sittings before bed. This is low fantasy, and it focuses … Continue reading →

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WWW Wednesday – May 12, 2021 – #wwwwednesday #bookishmemes

Posted on May 12, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

Welcome to a new week of WWW Wednesday! This is bookish meme is hosted by Sam at Taking on a World of Words. In it, we answer three questions and leave a link in the comments sharing our own posts … Continue reading →

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The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary – a Book Review

Posted on May 11, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

After finishing this book, I’ve decided to count this as my summer read on my reading challenge. It has the requisite amount of light feel-good fun that I think of when considering summer reads, and there was even a beach … Continue reading →

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Reading Challenge Update Apr 2021 – #52Books52 Weeks #readingchallenge

Posted on May 5, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

I’ve made quite a lot of progress on my 52 books reading challenge, hosted by Rachael over at The Booklist Queen. In April and this first week of May I’ve been able to successfully catch up so that I’m no … Continue reading →

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The Willow Wren by Philipp Schott – a Book Review

Posted on May 5, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

Philipp Schott is a small animal vet and the author of two prior books, The Accidental Veterinarian: Tales from a Pet Practice and How to Examine a Wolverine: More Tales from the Accidental Veterinarian. This is his first novel, and … Continue reading →

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Stop Living on Autopilot by Antonio Neves – a Book Review

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

“It’s time to direct your energy to the things you love, the things that allow you to thrive, and the things that make you human and allow you to feel what it means to live a life on purpose.” It … Continue reading →

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Supporting Local artists – #theride #indiefilm

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

This is something a bit different for my blog, but I want to take a moment to support a friend of mine and his creative endeavors. Elliott is someone I know personally and I’ve always admired his talent, passion, and … Continue reading →

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Celebration of Milestones!

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

Today is a day that brought a fabulous surprise! I finally hit 100 Followers! And on the very same day I surpassed 500 Likes. So thank you, dear readers, for taking the time to share some love for my little … Continue reading →

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WWW Wednesday – April 28, 2021 – #wwwwednesday #bookishmemes

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

Welcome to a new week of WWW Wednesday. This is a meme now hosted by Sam at Taking on a World of Words. In it, we answer three questions and leave a link in the comments sharing our own posts … Continue reading →

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Walking With Ghosts: A Memoir by Gabriel Byrne – Book Review

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

“Here I stand now, a man longing to see as a child again, when every smell and sound and sight was a marvel.” -Gabriel Byrne Gabriel Byrne is possibly not a household name to you. Perhaps you looked at the … Continue reading →

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