Linda W. Braun
childhood ambition: To be a producer of television documentaries.
first job: McDonalds cashier
first library job: Children’s Librarian North Adams Public Library, North Adams, MA
proudest moment: Anytime I stand up in front of a group of people and find they are interested in what I have to say I’m proud to do what I do.
biggest challenge: Finding ways to help librarians/educators grasp the importance of current trends into library service. Finding the words so that “they get it” and don’t turn away from me in frustration.
inspiration: other librarians, musicians, artists, authors, etc. who are doing great things
currently reading: After School Nightmare #2
most surprising thing about being a librarian: it has nothing to do with books, materials, etc.
I love being a librarian because: It makes me think