Charlotte Smith
@charlotteofthefens.bsky.social
Librarian. Folklorist. Interested in the history of books and reading, special collections, archives and local history, and encouraging reading for pleasure. Proud cat and hen butler 🐈⬛️🐓
Fame at last!
November 25, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Fame at last!
What an incredible opportunity!
🔔 We are recruiting! Job spec, salary details & how to apply here: buff.ly/q1SSXCM
ROLE: Ski Collections Cataloguer
FULL TIME: 37 hpw
DURATION: Fixed Term: 5 months
CLOSING DATE: 25-Nov-25
@dmu.ac.uk @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social @icshc.bsky.social @librarydmu.bsky.social @araukie.bsky.social
ROLE: Ski Collections Cataloguer
FULL TIME: 37 hpw
DURATION: Fixed Term: 5 months
CLOSING DATE: 25-Nov-25
@dmu.ac.uk @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social @icshc.bsky.social @librarydmu.bsky.social @araukie.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 10:47 AM
What an incredible opportunity!
Discovering mocha. Why did no one tell me about this? It's a coffee wrapped in a hot choc! #librariansky
November 12, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Discovering mocha. Why did no one tell me about this? It's a coffee wrapped in a hot choc! #librariansky
Well worth catching this while it's in London! #othelloonstage
November 8, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Well worth catching this while it's in London! #othelloonstage
Book signing? Sign me up! #librariansky
October 30, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Book signing? Sign me up! #librariansky
Display done!
October 1, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Display done!
Today's post: new research from the @folkloresociety.bsky.social can't wait! #folkloresky
September 27, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Today's post: new research from the @folkloresociety.bsky.social can't wait! #folkloresky
V proud of my new display for our Festival of Reading next week! Yes it might have taken a maddeningly long amount of time...so worth it... #librariansky
September 26, 2025 at 3:42 PM
V proud of my new display for our Festival of Reading next week! Yes it might have taken a maddeningly long amount of time...so worth it... #librariansky
Fantastic time today at the Rothschild bungalow #librariansky
September 21, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Fantastic time today at the Rothschild bungalow #librariansky
Kronborg, the real life inspiration for the setting of Hamlet.
August 14, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Kronborg, the real life inspiration for the setting of Hamlet.
Had a brilliant morning exploring the @cubotanicgarden.bsky.social today! What a wonderful resource for visitors and students alike!
July 25, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Had a brilliant morning exploring the @cubotanicgarden.bsky.social today! What a wonderful resource for visitors and students alike!
FREE TODAY on KU: paranormal mystery Seers of Valez set in Lindisfarne. It's free, give it go!! #booksky #authorsky amzn.eu/d/6bIiN9G
July 25, 2025 at 7:18 AM
FREE TODAY on KU: paranormal mystery Seers of Valez set in Lindisfarne. It's free, give it go!! #booksky #authorsky amzn.eu/d/6bIiN9G
FREE TODAY on KU: paranormal mystery Seers of Valez set in Lindisfarne. It's free, give it go!! amzn.eu/d/6bIiN9G
July 25, 2025 at 7:15 AM
FREE TODAY on KU: paranormal mystery Seers of Valez set in Lindisfarne. It's free, give it go!! amzn.eu/d/6bIiN9G
NEW MARKETING for paranormal mystery 'Seers of Valez' set on the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. Available on Kindle Unlimited and in paperback now: amzn.eu/d/2vYdzE6 #authorsky
July 24, 2025 at 4:36 PM
NEW MARKETING for paranormal mystery 'Seers of Valez' set on the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. Available on Kindle Unlimited and in paperback now: amzn.eu/d/2vYdzE6 #authorsky
Didn't make the long list for the Bridport Prize this year. Taking s leaf out of this one's book and curling up! #authorsky
July 24, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Didn't make the long list for the Bridport Prize this year. Taking s leaf out of this one's book and curling up! #authorsky
I have put a jumper on. This has made me happy.
July 22, 2025 at 11:21 AM
I have put a jumper on. This has made me happy.
Proof that things are getting smaller!
July 8, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Proof that things are getting smaller!
Ok wow, just had a full request for the new novel...breathe, breathe *obsessively refreshes email* #writersky
July 4, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Ok wow, just had a full request for the new novel...breathe, breathe *obsessively refreshes email* #writersky
Some days, I can't believe how lucky I am to work with people who care about books and reading for pleasure as much as I do, in such a beautiful building, inspiring and facilitating reading and learning while creating a truly amazing inclusive space for everyone to learn, read, and be #librarysky
July 2, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Some days, I can't believe how lucky I am to work with people who care about books and reading for pleasure as much as I do, in such a beautiful building, inspiring and facilitating reading and learning while creating a truly amazing inclusive space for everyone to learn, read, and be #librarysky
Anniversary present. I do clucking love them!
June 14, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Anniversary present. I do clucking love them!
When they arrived from their caged existence, they'd never seen the sun. Never felt a breeze through their feather or dug in the dirt. They've been here almost three months now, going from shy creatures to feisty no nonsense ladies. They are fabulous. Today they tried strawberries! #hensky
June 12, 2025 at 6:22 PM
When they arrived from their caged existence, they'd never seen the sun. Never felt a breeze through their feather or dug in the dirt. They've been here almost three months now, going from shy creatures to feisty no nonsense ladies. They are fabulous. Today they tried strawberries! #hensky
Really interesting day at #CILIPDataConf25 @cilip.bsky.social thanks for having me!
School librarians - this one’s for you! 📢 Is your role in data protection growing? Join Charlotte Smith at #CILIPData25 where she will share her experience tackling DPIAs & working with IT teams. Early bird rates end soon, so book now: www.cilip.org.uk/page/DataCon... @cilipslg.bsky.social
May 21, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Really interesting day at #CILIPDataConf25 @cilip.bsky.social thanks for having me!