Sara Smith
@smwordsmith.bsky.social
District Librarian in CA, Graphic Novel reviewer & owner of The Graphic Library. Co-author of Manga Goes to School. Reviewer @ Booklist & School Library Journal. Esports coach. #GraphicLibrary, #EduSky #LibrarySky, #TLSky She/her. www.graphiclibrary.org
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· Dec 10
Our book is out and in the world!
I’m so proud of this project from @mangalibrarian.bsky.social, @bespokelib.bsky.social, @st741.bsky.social, Emily Ratica, and myself! Get yours today!
#TLSky #LibSky #SchoolLibraries #Manga #MangaGTS
www.ala.org/news/2024/12...
I’m so proud of this project from @mangalibrarian.bsky.social, @bespokelib.bsky.social, @st741.bsky.social, Emily Ratica, and myself! Get yours today!
#TLSky #LibSky #SchoolLibraries #Manga #MangaGTS
www.ala.org/news/2024/12...
I did it! 2025 reading goal achieved — 250 books! Here are some of the highlights thanks to @thestorygraph.com. My yearly Best Of post will be up within the next few days. Happy New Year everyone, and all reading is reading! ❤️😘📚
January 1, 2026 at 3:43 AM
I did it! 2025 reading goal achieved — 250 books! Here are some of the highlights thanks to @thestorygraph.com. My yearly Best Of post will be up within the next few days. Happy New Year everyone, and all reading is reading! ❤️😘📚
This has the potential to be something amazing if Jack can get buy in and support from independent creators and libraries! I’m excited for him!
I am founding a not-for-profit website where independent comic creators and small publishers can easily sell their works to libraries, plus provide other services. Called (for now) the Comics Librarian Commons, this will be an online hub bringing independent creators and librarians together.
December 28, 2025 at 11:52 PM
This has the potential to be something amazing if Jack can get buy in and support from independent creators and libraries! I’m excited for him!
Today's review is an absolutely stunning, gripping story from @comicstitan.bsky.social - Yan volume 1. This book grabs you from page 1 and doesn't let up all the way to the twist at the end. The large 10" format is the perfect way to enjoy these beautiful illustrations!
#GraphicLibrary #Manhua
#GraphicLibrary #Manhua
December 28, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Today's review is an absolutely stunning, gripping story from @comicstitan.bsky.social - Yan volume 1. This book grabs you from page 1 and doesn't let up all the way to the twist at the end. The large 10" format is the perfect way to enjoy these beautiful illustrations!
#GraphicLibrary #Manhua
#GraphicLibrary #Manhua
Merry Christmas! Here are some 🎁for y'all: reviews! Including some of my favorite series:
🧵 Not-Sew-Wicked Stepomom, v6
👑 Villains are Destined to Die v8
and a new one @kodansha.us's Print Club -
⛸️ Blade Girl v1
Happy Holidays!
#GraphicLibrary #BookReview #Manga @izepress.com #Manhwa
🧵 Not-Sew-Wicked Stepomom, v6
👑 Villains are Destined to Die v8
and a new one @kodansha.us's Print Club -
⛸️ Blade Girl v1
Happy Holidays!
#GraphicLibrary #BookReview #Manga @izepress.com #Manhwa
December 25, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Merry Christmas! Here are some 🎁for y'all: reviews! Including some of my favorite series:
🧵 Not-Sew-Wicked Stepomom, v6
👑 Villains are Destined to Die v8
and a new one @kodansha.us's Print Club -
⛸️ Blade Girl v1
Happy Holidays!
#GraphicLibrary #BookReview #Manga @izepress.com #Manhwa
🧵 Not-Sew-Wicked Stepomom, v6
👑 Villains are Destined to Die v8
and a new one @kodansha.us's Print Club -
⛸️ Blade Girl v1
Happy Holidays!
#GraphicLibrary #BookReview #Manga @izepress.com #Manhwa
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This week, we learned 21 states are eager to dismantle your First Amendment Rights.
It should be bigger news.
Here's the story, and here's what you can be doing about it. These are YOUR RIGHTS that the states want to steal from you.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
It should be bigger news.
Here's the story, and here's what you can be doing about it. These are YOUR RIGHTS that the states want to steal from you.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
The Blueprint of Censorship In 2026 Is Florida, Right Now
This week, we learned 21 states are eager to dismantle your First Amendment Rights. It should be bigger news.
buttondown.com
December 20, 2025 at 1:02 PM
This week, we learned 21 states are eager to dismantle your First Amendment Rights.
It should be bigger news.
Here's the story, and here's what you can be doing about it. These are YOUR RIGHTS that the states want to steal from you.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
It should be bigger news.
Here's the story, and here's what you can be doing about it. These are YOUR RIGHTS that the states want to steal from you.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
Teachers at the end of the semester/grading period be like
a close up of patrick star 's face with his eyes closed
Alt: a close up of patrick star 's face with his eyes blood shot
media.tenor.com
December 19, 2025 at 5:47 AM
Teachers at the end of the semester/grading period be like
Reposted by Sara Smith
Banger of a piece from Suzette Baker and @librarianjones.com in TIME magazine: time.com/7341120/book...
The Supreme Court Just Opened the Door to a New Era of Book Bans
The Supreme Court’s inaction puts Americans’ First Amendment rights at risk.
time.com
December 17, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Banger of a piece from Suzette Baker and @librarianjones.com in TIME magazine: time.com/7341120/book...
Some recent reviews! Check out the website for more details:
👮♂️SUPER PSYCHIC POLICEMAN CHOJO vol 1 - hilarious & slightly actiony!
🍽️ PASS THE MONSTER MEAT, MILADY vol 2 - delicious & romancy!
👑 ANGELICA AND THE BEAR PRINCE - made me cry in a good way 🥹
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #GraphicFiction
👮♂️SUPER PSYCHIC POLICEMAN CHOJO vol 1 - hilarious & slightly actiony!
🍽️ PASS THE MONSTER MEAT, MILADY vol 2 - delicious & romancy!
👑 ANGELICA AND THE BEAR PRINCE - made me cry in a good way 🥹
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #GraphicFiction
December 17, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Some recent reviews! Check out the website for more details:
👮♂️SUPER PSYCHIC POLICEMAN CHOJO vol 1 - hilarious & slightly actiony!
🍽️ PASS THE MONSTER MEAT, MILADY vol 2 - delicious & romancy!
👑 ANGELICA AND THE BEAR PRINCE - made me cry in a good way 🥹
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #GraphicFiction
👮♂️SUPER PSYCHIC POLICEMAN CHOJO vol 1 - hilarious & slightly actiony!
🍽️ PASS THE MONSTER MEAT, MILADY vol 2 - delicious & romancy!
👑 ANGELICA AND THE BEAR PRINCE - made me cry in a good way 🥹
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #GraphicFiction
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Just signed the contract and can announce that my fantasy short story "The Dragonbearer of Bad News" will appear in Black Cat Weekly, possibly even in the very next issue. This is my second sale this year but the first to be published. I'll send you all a link when it's online!
December 3, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Just signed the contract and can announce that my fantasy short story "The Dragonbearer of Bad News" will appear in Black Cat Weekly, possibly even in the very next issue. This is my second sale this year but the first to be published. I'll send you all a link when it's online!
I’m excited for Steve’s upcoming work, and I’m always looking for more nonfiction #graphicnovels! @historycomics.bsky.social, @noethematt.bsky.social, @monibarre.bsky.social, @comicslibrarian.bsky.social, and other comics library folks, you should give him a follow if not following already! 🤗
I’m writing a 150 page history graphic novel and it is the most challenging thing I’ve ever worked on. But I am making progress! I’m summarizing on index cards then will be scripting in a @fredvanlente.bsky.social Word template.
IF YOU ARE TRYING TO MAKE A COMIC...
Please talk about it on this thread! I would love to hear what stage you are at, what is working well, and what has proven more difficult than you thought.
Share a bit of art, if you can!
Sing your own praises, if you like!
Please talk about it on this thread! I would love to hear what stage you are at, what is working well, and what has proven more difficult than you thought.
Share a bit of art, if you can!
Sing your own praises, if you like!
December 1, 2025 at 4:06 AM
I’m excited for Steve’s upcoming work, and I’m always looking for more nonfiction #graphicnovels! @historycomics.bsky.social, @noethematt.bsky.social, @monibarre.bsky.social, @comicslibrarian.bsky.social, and other comics library folks, you should give him a follow if not following already! 🤗
Yay! More Irish tales into the universe! Look how pretty 👀
I am just over half way through a graphic adaptation of an epic Irish medieval eco-fable. I've about 12-18 months left on it. I'd like to focus more on the lost habitats/sepsis, but that will come. The writer is great to work with. I've learned to love green 💚 in all its shades
November 30, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Yay! More Irish tales into the universe! Look how pretty 👀
I hope everyone is enjoying some lovely family time or relaxing weekend snuggles & cuddles. As we all (hopefully) take some time to unwind, here are some fantastic manga for you to peruse. Both books are superb!
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #SchoolLibraries #BookReviews #BookRecommendations #Libraries
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #SchoolLibraries #BookReviews #BookRecommendations #Libraries
November 29, 2025 at 6:14 PM
I hope everyone is enjoying some lovely family time or relaxing weekend snuggles & cuddles. As we all (hopefully) take some time to unwind, here are some fantastic manga for you to peruse. Both books are superb!
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #SchoolLibraries #BookReviews #BookRecommendations #Libraries
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #SchoolLibraries #BookReviews #BookRecommendations #Libraries
Reposted by Sara Smith
Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week! 13 comics to check out! Go support your local comic shop! #comics #comicbooks
Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!
13 comics to check out this week!
graphicpolicy.com
November 26, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week! 13 comics to check out! Go support your local comic shop! #comics #comicbooks
Reposted by Sara Smith
Reposted by Sara Smith
🚀 Tapas Entertainment is hiring a Marketing Manager.
Full time, hybrid in Culver City, CA,
$95k-110k. #jobalert #marketingjobs
jobs.lever.co/tapasmedia/d...
Full time, hybrid in Culver City, CA,
$95k-110k. #jobalert #marketingjobs
jobs.lever.co/tapasmedia/d...
Tapas Entertainment - Marketing Manager
Are you a passionate advocate for storytelling, particularly in the realm of webcomics and web novels? Tapas Entertainment is seeking a Marketing Manager to lead initiatives to attract and engage new ...
jobs.lever.co
November 7, 2025 at 11:08 PM
🚀 Tapas Entertainment is hiring a Marketing Manager.
Full time, hybrid in Culver City, CA,
$95k-110k. #jobalert #marketingjobs
jobs.lever.co/tapasmedia/d...
Full time, hybrid in Culver City, CA,
$95k-110k. #jobalert #marketingjobs
jobs.lever.co/tapasmedia/d...
I reviewed 31 books this month between @ala-booklist.bsky.social, @slj.com, and posts on my own site, including lots of vols past #1! Tons of manga content coming at you! There's even a graphic novel or two in there. Check out the monthly newsletter:
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November 2, 2025 at 6:08 PM
I reviewed 31 books this month between @ala-booklist.bsky.social, @slj.com, and posts on my own site, including lots of vols past #1! Tons of manga content coming at you! There's even a graphic novel or two in there. Check out the monthly newsletter:
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I’m sitting on my porch, dressed as something I slapped together from the myriad of costume pieces I own, finishing ANGELICA AND THE BEAR PRINCE by Trung Le Nguyen… 1/5
November 1, 2025 at 1:50 AM
I’m sitting on my porch, dressed as something I slapped together from the myriad of costume pieces I own, finishing ANGELICA AND THE BEAR PRINCE by Trung Le Nguyen… 1/5
Reposted by Sara Smith
There we go, jotted down some spoiler-free words about the movie here on Letterboxd. Even as someone who hadn't previously latched on hard to Chainsaw Man, this movie makes you feel bad for this teenager not understanding the world around him.
Also, Beam the shark guy is my new favorite guy.
Also, Beam the shark guy is my new favorite guy.
October 26, 2025 at 10:55 PM
There we go, jotted down some spoiler-free words about the movie here on Letterboxd. Even as someone who hadn't previously latched on hard to Chainsaw Man, this movie makes you feel bad for this teenager not understanding the world around him.
Also, Beam the shark guy is my new favorite guy.
Also, Beam the shark guy is my new favorite guy.
ICYMI: I reviewed a BUNCH of really cool #manga for @slj.com:
ON AND OFF: WORK LIFE IMBALANCE vols 1-2
I WANNA BE YOUR GIRL vol 2
HIKARU IN THE LIGHT vol 2
THE GUY vols 1-3
FALL IN LOVE vols 1-3
FRAGRANT FLOWER vols 5-8
A WITCH'S LIFE vols 1-2
and more!
#TLchat
www.slj.com/story/hidden...
ON AND OFF: WORK LIFE IMBALANCE vols 1-2
I WANNA BE YOUR GIRL vol 2
HIKARU IN THE LIGHT vol 2
THE GUY vols 1-3
FALL IN LOVE vols 1-3
FRAGRANT FLOWER vols 5-8
A WITCH'S LIFE vols 1-2
and more!
#TLchat
www.slj.com/story/hidden...
Hidden Identities and True Love | Manga Fiction Series
Hidden identities, action and survival, and, of course, true love can be found in these new and ongoing manga series.
www.slj.com
October 26, 2025 at 11:26 PM
ICYMI: I reviewed a BUNCH of really cool #manga for @slj.com:
ON AND OFF: WORK LIFE IMBALANCE vols 1-2
I WANNA BE YOUR GIRL vol 2
HIKARU IN THE LIGHT vol 2
THE GUY vols 1-3
FALL IN LOVE vols 1-3
FRAGRANT FLOWER vols 5-8
A WITCH'S LIFE vols 1-2
and more!
#TLchat
www.slj.com/story/hidden...
ON AND OFF: WORK LIFE IMBALANCE vols 1-2
I WANNA BE YOUR GIRL vol 2
HIKARU IN THE LIGHT vol 2
THE GUY vols 1-3
FALL IN LOVE vols 1-3
FRAGRANT FLOWER vols 5-8
A WITCH'S LIFE vols 1-2
and more!
#TLchat
www.slj.com/story/hidden...
With the success of the DEMON SLAYER: INFINITY CASTLE movie, thought it might be nice to dust this one off — “Manga Essentials: Demon Slayer,” where I reviewed every volume of the manga by arc to make buying in chunks easier
#manga
@ala-booklist.bsky.social
www.booklistonline.com/products/978...
#manga
@ala-booklist.bsky.social
www.booklistonline.com/products/978...
October 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
With the success of the DEMON SLAYER: INFINITY CASTLE movie, thought it might be nice to dust this one off — “Manga Essentials: Demon Slayer,” where I reviewed every volume of the manga by arc to make buying in chunks easier
#manga
@ala-booklist.bsky.social
www.booklistonline.com/products/978...
#manga
@ala-booklist.bsky.social
www.booklistonline.com/products/978...
“‘Harmful material’ is a subjective term, alongside ‘indecent’ and ‘profane’ content. They’re meaningless and serve only to create panic and discord in school districts, while costing them untold amounts of taxpayer money.”
Closure, waste, & distrust — that’s the goal here, not protecting kids.
Closure, waste, & distrust — that’s the goal here, not protecting kids.
A Texas school district has closed its middle school libraries.
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A Texas District Has Just Banned Students from Secondary School Libraries
In order to ban books from its libraries, New Braunfels Independent School District has just closed its libraries to middle and high schoolers.
bookriot.com
October 20, 2025 at 5:28 AM
“‘Harmful material’ is a subjective term, alongside ‘indecent’ and ‘profane’ content. They’re meaningless and serve only to create panic and discord in school districts, while costing them untold amounts of taxpayer money.”
Closure, waste, & distrust — that’s the goal here, not protecting kids.
Closure, waste, & distrust — that’s the goal here, not protecting kids.
MANGA FANS! This is not a drill.
🚨 MANGA SALE 🚨
@barnesandnoble.com is having a BOGO 50% off sale on all manga!
Until 10/19, all currently released Dark Horse manga are eligible -- Gantz, Berserk, Trigun, and many more.
Shop the sale: https://bit.ly/4ncZSLl
@barnesandnoble.com is having a BOGO 50% off sale on all manga!
Until 10/19, all currently released Dark Horse manga are eligible -- Gantz, Berserk, Trigun, and many more.
Shop the sale: https://bit.ly/4ncZSLl
October 18, 2025 at 10:22 PM
MANGA FANS! This is not a drill.
Love it. Let’s go Portland
October 18, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Love it. Let’s go Portland