How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Lived to Tell About it [Paperback]

Rhett Ellis (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 5, 2000

He saw "the most beautiful woman in the entire world, nay, the most beautiful creature in all existence" standing behind the desk of his local public library, and he nearly fainted. It wasn't that he thought librarians were supposed to be frumpy. It was the fact that in his town you never saw a new face, much less the face of "the most beautiful woman in the whole universe." "How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Lived to Tell About it" starts with a bang and gathers speed as the story progresses. Filled with romance, mystery, and adventure, every chapter brings unexpected twists to keep the reader guessing to the end.

Editorial Reviews

Review

A delightful book. A must for all librarians and all people who love to read and use libraries. -- Fay Nelson, Alabama Southern Community College Librarian

An encouragement for not only librarians but all who have an interest to be certain library doors do not close. -- Brooke Walker, Library Director, Brewton Public Library

An entertaining and adventurous journey with the new librarian. Read it. You will enjoy it. -- Jacqueline Hines Nobles, Director, Monroe County Library

Every Library, public or school affiliated, should have a copy. Libraries are so important, and this book is pro-library. -- Tammy Jones, Library Media Specialist, Brewton Middle School Library

From the Publisher

"How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Lived to Tell About it" is a story that is not only a fun read but is also timely in its pro-library message. Besides the wildly entertaining romantic plot there is a very serious sub-plot about a small town politician's attempt to shut down the library and how the good people rallied to keep it open. Every library should have this book on its front shelf.

Product Details

• Paperback: 108 pages
• Publisher: Sparkling Bay Books (September 5, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0967063140
• ISBN-13: 978-0967063140
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,619,588 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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60 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Libraries are essential to all people, especially those in lower income brackets!, December 3, 2005

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Bookgoddess (Midwest) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Lived to Tell About it (Paperback)

OK, this is a rebut to some of the more inept reviewers here. Seriously people, can we TRY to be a little bit less classist? Former reviewers have said that its time to do away with libraries because most of the information is available on the internet or in electronic form. Even if that were the case, which it is NOT, what about the millions of people who don't have an internet connection or even a computer? Many thousands of people use my local library for internet access alone, not to mention those that use it for access to books they can't afford to buy. Not everyone can afford to buy every book they need or would like to read. Even if you happen to have a good internet connection the only books that are available for free are not new. What if I want to read the new Nick Bantock book? I have to buy it or go to a library. Or what if my kid needs to do a report on whales? Sure he can get a few of his sources from the net, but he has to have at least two print sources. If I'm in the low income bracket, it's not likely that I'm going to spend grocery money buying him those books. Apart from the physical NEED for libraries, there is also the societal need to support free learning. Libraries are hubs for adult and child literacy programs, political party meeting places, adult career learning programs and so much more. In a society where so little is free and education is often highly undervalued and available to the privileged classes, shouldn't there be a place where people can go to better themselves? So no people, why don't you grow up and realize that not everyone has the money to buy all the books the want or need and access to the "vast web of information" you have such faith in.

Having gotten this out of my system I'm free to actually -review- the book. I found it delightful and very romantic. Its well written and a quick read. I would highly recommend it for some nice weekend light reading.

27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EVERY Library should place on front shelf!, July 22, 2005

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Arlen Bertran (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Lived to Tell About it (Paperback)

This is THE book that the library world (and all those who love libraries) has been hoping for for years! It is a short novel (NOT a short story-- it's over a hundred pages) that packs a big punch in favor of libraries. A crooked town council member tries to shut down the local public library, but a hero rises to save the day. Why? Because the most beautiful woman in the entire universe works as the town librarian, and he's got big feelings for her. So he goes on a crusade and rallies the good people of the town to support their library! The book is suspenseful, fun, romantic, and just a great feel-good story. This is definitely a must read and a MUST OWN for all libraries.

33 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book! Libraries VITAL!, July 24, 2005

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Cynthia Lutrell (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Lived to Tell About it (Paperback)

Libraries are VITAL at this time! Don't listen to the nay-sayers. I read one or two books a week, and I depend on the regional library system for that. This book, while it is probably one of the most pro-library books on the market, does not read like propaganda. It's just an exciting love story by an author who apparently loves libraries as much as he loves a good tale. I love this book. It's a feel good read. The plot held my attention firmly. Don't listen to those who oppose our treasured libraries. Oh, and it is NOT a short story. It's over a hundred pages long. Like one reviewer said, this book should be on the front display shelf of every library, so if you get a copy (this paperback edition is a bargain) be sure to donate it to your local library.