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Jaena Rae
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Your friendly SF Public Library Pinay librarian, plant mama, and cat mama. 2023-25 Asian Pacific American Librarians Association president. LJ Mover & Shaker 2023.

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Jaena Rae @jaenarae.bsky.social · May 1
Hi y'all. Jaena here. I am the program manager of SF Public Library's Filipino American Center.

All things Filipino, all the time. Say hi!

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Comics?? Awards?? Librarians?? Is this a dream? No! It's the inaugural Outstanding Comics Awards from
@libcomix.bsky.social! Browse all the winners and honorees here: bit.ly/3Ocgh6A

Congrats to all the creators and to everyone who helped bring this stunning award to life🎉🏆💭
ALA's Graphic Novels and Comic Roundtable against a comic backdrop
January 28, 2026 at 9:36 PM
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THIRD PRINTING ALERT: This is my first book and @wehere.bsky.social's first book. The response has been overwhelming (two small printing selling out in a matter of days), but also has meant a bit of lead time in-between. If you've read and enjoyed, please share this out so more folks can explore!
wehere.bsky.social we here®️ @wehere.bsky.social · 1d
now available — the house archives built & other thoughts on black archival possibilities by @dorothyjberry.bsky.social (3rd printing) www.weherepress.org
Now available graphic. Background image is stack of books - The House Archives built by Dorothy Berry. Text is centered. We Here Press logo, weherepress.org, title of book and "Now Available" in yellow text.
February 4, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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wehere.bsky.social
thank you for everything you did for we here and for the library and information science profession, fobazi. you were an incredible friend, thinker, writer, supporter. you’ll be dearly missed 🤍
February 5, 2026 at 1:58 AM
jaenarae.bsky.social
Like your average millennial, I detest phone calls.

This is me when the phone rings: 😳
February 5, 2026 at 3:08 AM
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With sorrow, we announce the passing of FOBAZI M. ETTARH 1989 - 2026. Fobazi changed so many lives with her friendship, love, and brilliance. She was so loved, and leaves behind a powerful legacy. We thank Fobazi's community for their support over the last several months of her illness. A private burial will be held for family. We will be in touch with further information about a future Celebration of Life event, as well as ways to support Fobazi's family and legacy.
February 5, 2026 at 12:19 AM
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libcomix.bsky.social
The BEST adult graphic novels of 2025 have arrived! Get ready to dive into incredible stories & unforgettable art. See the full list: bit.ly/4pYSULe #BestGraphicNovels #Comics #ReadingList
Graphic for Best Graphic Novels for Adults Reading List
January 29, 2026 at 9:44 PM
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The best children's graphic novels are here! These stories will spark a lifelong love of reading. See the full list: bit.ly/3NPjI2Z #KidsComics #GraphicNovels #ChildrensLit #ReadingAdventures #BestBooks
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January 29, 2026 at 9:45 PM
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libcomix.bsky.social
Final Reminder!

Booklist is starting work on its eighth annual Guide to Graphic Novels in Libraries, which mails with our July issue and is distributed at a variety of conferences.

Submissions must be received by February 8th -- new date!
airtable.com/appa8wgGSwLw...
Graphic for "Booklist's Guide to Graphic Novels in Libraries. Call for Submissions. Deadline extended to Feb 9th!". Green background with clouds in the top lefthand corner and bottom righthand corner
February 2, 2026 at 5:25 PM
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libjuiceconnect.bsky.social
Hi Friends!

Did you miss our recent event, "International Perspectives on Librarianship," featuring Loida Garcia-Febo, Robin Kear, and Raymond Pun? (Or maybe you saw it and want to see it again?)

Good news! It's now available: libraryjuiceconnections.org/events/inter...

#libraries
January 26, 2026 at 5:42 PM
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libcomix.bsky.social
Exciting news! 🎉

The inaugural Outstanding Comics Awards was announced today

Each award has three categories: fiction, non-fiction, and series!

🧵 for press releases
Browse the Awards winners and honorees on our site
www.ala.org/gncrt/awards...

#LibComix
Graphic Novels and Comics Round table announces the 2025 Outstanding comics awards for Adults, Young Adults, Children for Fiction, Non-fiction, and series. Book covers of the winners in the background.
January 27, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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apalaweb.org
At today's Youth Media Awards, our very own @jaenarae.bsky.social announced many of 2026's winners & honor recipients of the Asian Pacific American Awards for Literature

Want to know all of them? Check out our press release here:

www.apalaweb.org/2026-asian-p...

Congratulations to all!
Book covers from the 2026 Asian Pacific American Awards for Literature winners and honorees by APALA, with visible medals on the covers.
January 27, 2026 at 12:32 AM
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Your favorite Pinay librarian announcing the @apalaweb.org awards for Literature at the Youth Media Awards!
January 26, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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libraryleadpipe.bsky.social
Lived Patron Experiences of Dysconscious Ableism in Public Library Spaces by William N. Myhill
Lived Patron Experiences of Dysconscious Ableism in Public Library Spaces – In the Library with the Lead Pipe
www.inthelibrarywiththeleadpipe.org
January 22, 2026 at 4:36 PM
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libraryleadpipe.bsky.social
"Drawing on critical theory and ethnographic methods, the paper uncovers pervasive, oppressive experiences and challenges within library environments."
January 22, 2026 at 4:39 PM
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libraryleadpipe.bsky.social
"This paper specifically reports on how dysconscious ableism affects disabled patrons in public libraries, using firsthand accounts to explore how ableist norms inform library environments and interactions."
January 22, 2026 at 6:37 PM
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TFW you're the eldest daughter AND eldest granddaughter. Oof.
January 23, 2026 at 7:55 PM
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I'll be announcing the @apalaweb.org Literature Awards for the third and (hopefully) final time! Tune in on Monday!
amlibraryassoc.bsky.social American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 18d
The kidlit event of the year is almost here. Join us Monday, January 26 at 10:00 a.m. CT for the 2026 ALA Youth Media Awards, including the Newbery, Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Printz, and so many more. Watch at ala.unikron.com or on the ALA Facebook page.

#ALAyma
#ALA150
#ForOurLibraries
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2026 ALA Youth Media Awards live from Chicago! ALA150, American Library Association, Monday, January 26, 10:00 AM CT. ala.unikron.com
January 23, 2026 at 6:12 PM
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amlibraryassoc.bsky.social
Now held virtually, one fixture of ALA’s former Midwinter Meeting—and later LibLearnX conference—was the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Observation and Sunrise Celebration, which started in 2000.

Read about its history and watch the 2026 virtual celebration: https://bit.ly/4jGKxSO

#ALA150
Photo: Keynote speaker E.J. Josey speaking at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Observation and Sunrise Celebration at the 2000 ALA Midwinter Meeting in San Antonio. Text below reads: "'The Spiritual High Point': The Dr. MLK Holiday Observation and Sunrise Celebration: First held in 2000, the event celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. King, featuring a keynote speaker, representatives from National Associations of Librarians of Color, the ALA President, and the singing of 'We Shall Overcome.' ALA150, American Library Association
January 19, 2026 at 5:11 PM
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eramshaw.bsky.social
"Our goal is to help readers and viewers make sense of the country through the lens of gender and race as news events unfold, and equip them with the context they need to understand politics, policy, power — and possibility."

@juliachanb.bsky.social on our newsroom's next chapter.
We're reimagining how our newsroom works together
Our goal is to help readers and viewers make sense of the country and equip them with the context they need to understand politics, policy, power — and possibility.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:38 PM
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oriion.bsky.social
Hey! My beat is changing. I'm still covering LGBTQ+ news, but now I'm focused on how LGBTQ+ people are navigating the American health care system. I'm sure it's going great, right?

If you're struggling with insurance, care costs or access, then I want to hear about it. Text me on Signal @orionr.80
January 23, 2026 at 3:22 PM
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Library Workers in Times of Hype: AI Edition

Matthew Noe, Ella Gibson, Ruth Monnier

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Library Workers in Times of Hype: AI Edition
Library workers can be AI literacy leaders without using, or encouraging the use of, generative AI tools.
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January 20, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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Now Accepting Applications for the @apalaweb.org Travel Grant! DUE Feb. 2!

www.apalaweb.org/now-acceptin...
Now Accepting Applications for the APALA Travel Grant – APALA
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January 17, 2026 at 9:32 PM
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apalaweb.org
Recently, our members submitted pictures of themselves in costume for a Very APALAween retrospective... (1/2)
Two people in Halloween costumes: one as a tree, the other as a lanternfly. Text above the Logo of the Asian Pacific American Library Association: "I was a spotted lanternfly and my spouse an infested tree." - Yoko Ferguson APALA HALLOWEEN! A collection of costumes submitted by APALA members from Halloween 2025 A person dressed in a creative Halloween costume, depicted as a container of "Zoey Hamburger Ramen." The costume is primarily green with a large print of a drawing, including imagery of a hamburger and a character wearing a hat. Yellow yarn or string is draped over the person's head, resembling noodles. They are standing indoors near a wooden bookshelf with signage, and the background features fluorescent lighting and library shelving. Text above the Logo of the Asian Pacific American Library Association: "Happy to share my Kpop Demon Hunters costume! I'm Zoey’s Hamburger Ramen." - Miyo Sandlin APALA HALLOWEEN! A collection of costumes submitted by APALA members from Halloween 2025 Three individuals are standing in a row, dressed in Halloween costumes. On the left, a person is dressed as Little Red Riding Hood, wearing a red hooded cloak and holding a book titled "Little Red Riding Hood." The person in the center is dressed casually, making a peace sign with both hands and wearing a colorful hat. On the right, a person is in a large, brown bear costume holding a small plush toy. Behind them is a wooden desk with books and decorative items, and above is a sign with text in two languages. Text above the Logo of the Asian Pacific American Library Association: "Happy Halloween from Sunset Branch Library." - Liza Ly APALA HALLOWEEN! A collection of costumes submitted by APALA members from Halloween 2025
November 9, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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APALA member Joshlyn Thomas sat down with author Bianca Maboute-Louie over Zoom this summer for an interview about her recent book, libraries, experiences around the Asian diaspora, and a shared love of zines.

Catch the full interview on the APALA website at:
www.apalaweb.org/apa-author-i...
An interview announcement featuring Bianca Mabute-Louie. On the left side, there is a smiling person with chin-length dark hair sitting and resting their chin on their hand. They are wearing a knitted sweater with a black, white, and gray pattern and light blue jeans. To the right of the person is a bright yellow book cover titled "UNASSIMILABLE" in large pink letters, with additional text in smaller black letters. Below the book cover is the name Bianca Mabute-Louie in pink. The text “Author Interview” is placed on the left side, along with the name Bianca Mabute-Louie in black. At the bottom left, the logo and name of the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) appear in red.
November 9, 2025 at 3:06 AM
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APALA "mourns the profound loss of Alice Wong, a visionary disability justice activist, acclaimed author, and 2024 winner of the APALA Literature Award for Adult Non-Fiction. "

www.apalaweb.org/statement-fr...

Image credit: John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation (CC: BY-NC)
A person (author and activist Alice Wong) in a colorful blouse sits in a motorized wheelchair with a ventilator attached, outdoors on a paved path.
December 4, 2025 at 9:17 PM