Maribeth Fisher
@mbfisher.bsky.social
Adult services librarian in NJ. Came for the books, stayed for the community. I still have so much to learn.
My street is being paved today, so I left early and took myself and my book out to breakfast before work - so delightful!
October 14, 2025 at 5:38 PM
My street is being paved today, so I left early and took myself and my book out to breakfast before work - so delightful!
We discussed this book at my library today. Several of us marked it a favorite of the year so far. I need to find time to visit The Met!
August 25, 2025 at 9:36 PM
We discussed this book at my library today. Several of us marked it a favorite of the year so far. I need to find time to visit The Met!
I am so sorry. Thank goodness for past you!
April 8, 2025 at 1:40 AM
I am so sorry. Thank goodness for past you!
My top #LibFaves24 pick is THE SERVICEBERRY written and narrated by Robin Wall Kimmerer. The serviceberry tree is an example of how an economy based on quality relationships is so much more beneficial than one based on competition and scarcity. Lots of inspiration in a small book
December 18, 2024 at 10:56 PM
My top #LibFaves24 pick is THE SERVICEBERRY written and narrated by Robin Wall Kimmerer. The serviceberry tree is an example of how an economy based on quality relationships is so much more beneficial than one based on competition and scarcity. Lots of inspiration in a small book
#LibFaves24 for today is THE SEQUEL by Jean Hanff Korelitz, narrated by Julia Whelan. In this follow-up to The Plot, Anna finds success with a book of her own after her husband's death - until her past comes back to haunt her. Tough to decide whether to root for or against her!
December 17, 2024 at 10:22 PM
#LibFaves24 for today is THE SEQUEL by Jean Hanff Korelitz, narrated by Julia Whelan. In this follow-up to The Plot, Anna finds success with a book of her own after her husband's death - until her past comes back to haunt her. Tough to decide whether to root for or against her!
#LibFaves24 SHAKESPEARE: THE MAN WHO PAYS THE RENT by Judi Dench & Brendan O'Hea; narrated by Dench, O'Hea, & Barbara Flynn. Conversations about Judi's experience with the Bard - her love for these plays really comes through, especially the way she recites passages.
December 17, 2024 at 2:55 AM
#LibFaves24 SHAKESPEARE: THE MAN WHO PAYS THE RENT by Judi Dench & Brendan O'Hea; narrated by Dench, O'Hea, & Barbara Flynn. Conversations about Judi's experience with the Bard - her love for these plays really comes through, especially the way she recites passages.
Today's #LibFaves24 title is WE SOLVE MURDERS by Richard Osman. Steve's quiet retirement is disrupted when his daughter-in-law Amy's security job takes a very dangerous turn. Funny, sweet, sad in parts. Great characters. Looking forward to the next in the series.
December 16, 2024 at 1:22 AM
Today's #LibFaves24 title is WE SOLVE MURDERS by Richard Osman. Steve's quiet retirement is disrupted when his daughter-in-law Amy's security job takes a very dangerous turn. Funny, sweet, sad in parts. Great characters. Looking forward to the next in the series.
My next #LibFaves24 pick is BE READY WHEN THE LUCK HAPPENS written & narrated by Ina Garten. The cooking icon shares her life story, including a difficult childhood, decisions ranging from impulsive to shrewd, making true love work, and learning to trust herself.
December 15, 2024 at 1:50 AM
My next #LibFaves24 pick is BE READY WHEN THE LUCK HAPPENS written & narrated by Ina Garten. The cooking icon shares her life story, including a difficult childhood, decisions ranging from impulsive to shrewd, making true love work, and learning to trust herself.
#LibFaves24 Day 5. THE STONE WITCH OF FLORENCE by Anna Rasche. Ginevra had been exiled for her ability to use the power of gemstones to heal people. Ten years later, amidst the Black Plague, she is called back to Florence to find stolen relics that people believe could save them.
December 13, 2024 at 9:19 PM
#LibFaves24 Day 5. THE STONE WITCH OF FLORENCE by Anna Rasche. Ginevra had been exiled for her ability to use the power of gemstones to heal people. Ten years later, amidst the Black Plague, she is called back to Florence to find stolen relics that people believe could save them.
Now for #LibFaves24 day 4. THE SUNFLOWER HOUSE by Adriana Allegri. Haunting story about the Lebensborn homes designed to perpetuate the Aryan race, a woman who hid her Jewish identity to save as many children as she could, and the SS officer who was not what she expected.
December 13, 2024 at 2:19 AM
Now for #LibFaves24 day 4. THE SUNFLOWER HOUSE by Adriana Allegri. Haunting story about the Lebensborn homes designed to perpetuate the Aryan race, a woman who hid her Jewish identity to save as many children as she could, and the SS officer who was not what she expected.
Oops! #LibFaves24 belated day 3! THE PHOENIX CROWN by Kate Quinn & Janie Chang, narrated by Katharine Chin & Saskia Maarleveld. In 1906 San Francisco, two women connect via their relationships with a powerful man. The earthquake reveals devastating truths but cements their mutual desire for justice.
December 12, 2024 at 12:47 PM
Oops! #LibFaves24 belated day 3! THE PHOENIX CROWN by Kate Quinn & Janie Chang, narrated by Katharine Chin & Saskia Maarleveld. In 1906 San Francisco, two women connect via their relationships with a powerful man. The earthquake reveals devastating truths but cements their mutual desire for justice.
#LibFaves24 day 2! MADEMOISELLE EIFFEL by Aimie K. Runyan. Claire Eiffel put her dreams aside to raise her siblings and help manage her father's career. As a woman she mostly stayed under the radar, but she knew her worth and deserves to be recognized as a vital part of the Eiffel legacy.
December 11, 2024 at 1:58 AM
#LibFaves24 day 2! MADEMOISELLE EIFFEL by Aimie K. Runyan. Claire Eiffel put her dreams aside to raise her siblings and help manage her father's career. As a woman she mostly stayed under the radar, but she knew her worth and deserves to be recognized as a vital part of the Eiffel legacy.