The Original Librarian Trading Cards

Created by: Amy 'n the Librarians
URL: http://librariantradingcards.blogspot.com/
Language: English
Contributed by: Melissa Messina

This strangely compelling blog displays trading cards of your favorite librarians, complete with vital stats and lengthy interviews. A great way to learn more about different careers in LIS, TOLTC profiles a diverse collection of information professionals, all fighting the good fight on the front lines of librarianship.

Judge a Book By Its Cover

Created by: Judge a Book by Its Cover
URL: http://judgeabook.blogspot.com/
Language: English
Contributed by: Melissa Messina

In the spirit of Awful Library Books, the bloggers at Judge a Book By Its Cover gleefully mine a rich vein of unintentionally hilarious book covers from the stacks of their public library and add their own clever commentary. From well meaning but dated self-help to vintage celebrity profiles, their selections reflect the site's maxim: De gustibus non est disputandum – There's no accounting for taste.

The Merry Librarian

Created by: The Merry Librarian
URL: http://www.merrylibrarian.com/
Language: English
Contributed by: Melissa Messina

A site whose tagline reads, "True Stories from a Library Near You...No "Shh"!", The Merry Librarian was voted one of the Top 10 Librarian Blogs to Read by LIS News readers. The site brings together the most "hilarious, disgusting, heartwarming, alarming, shocking and ridiculous things" taking place every day in the library. There's plenty of humor but much more. A blog by librarians for librarians – enjoy!

Book Icons for Your Website

Available from: My Site My Way
URL: http://icons.mysitemyway.com/
Retrieved from: http://icons.mysitemyway.com/free-clipart-icons/1/hard-cover-book-icon-id/117166/style-id/845/matte-blue-and-white-square-icons/culture/
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Use these royalty free icons on your website. Dress up your website or training videos with these buttons.

Wild Women Book Lover Pin

Available from: Stop Falling Productions
Price: $20
URL: http://www.stopfalling.com/home.php
Retrieved from: http://www.stopfalling.com/Wild-Women-Book-Lover-Pin-p-16163.html
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Is this a self-portrait? If she's not specific enough try Wild Women Cat in the Hat Pin or Wild Women Media Specialist Pin.

Dummy Book Not Book Dummy

URL: http://www.dummybook.com
Price: Custom
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Faux Book Spines. Why? Isn't this absurd? Or perhaps we'll need them when our library is on our e-reader.

Library Bureau of Investigation (LBI)

Produced by: Geert van den Boogaard
URL: http://www.shanachietour.com/
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

ShanchieTour, a library road trip around the world. So far they have visited the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the Netherlands. Currently 88 videos of their LBI trips. Follow these guys as they interview librarians around the globe. Don’t miss them if you get a chance to see them in person.

World Library Stamp

Available from: BasBleu
Price: $29.95
URL: http://www.basbleu.com
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Do your books sometimes have legs?. Personalize volumes in your own library as well as books you give away. Write your name or the name of the person receiving a book. If lending a book it will remind the lenders of its need to travel back to you.

Bookshelves Wrapping Paper

Available wholesale from: Premier Packaging
Price: Based on quantity
URL: http://www.retailpackaging.com
Retrieved from: http://www.retailpackaging.com/categories/68-patterns/products/3484-bookshelves
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Wrap those gifts to book lovers in books! Or better yet, give it to someone that gives you gifts. The perfect librarian gift wrap.

Old Books without the Mold

Available from: Wallpapers free-review
URL: http://wallpapers.free-review.net
Retrieved from: http://wallpapers.free-review.net/21_~_Antique_books.htm
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Mold allergies? If you love antique books but can’t go near them, try these. As wallpaper for your computer you can still smile at the antique books without suffering,

A Book in Flight for Your Computer

Available from: Wallpapers free-review
URL: http://wallpapers.free-review.net
Retrieved from: http://wallpapers.free-review.net/21__Books_Library.htm
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

A book with lofty ideas for your computer screen at work. As graceful as 1000 Cranes. Let your thoughts take flight on your computer.

Furniture and Art From Books

Created by: Jim Rosenau artist http://thisintothat.com/biography.php
Price: Custom
URL: http://thisintothat.com
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Using books as lumber Jim produces one of a kind pieces for book lovers and environmental alike. Each piece is composed of carefully selected titles especially suited for the function or the patron.

Book Lovers Journal

Available from: C. R. Gibson
Price: $15
URL: http://www.crgibson.com
Retrieved from: http://www.crgibson.com/Default.aspx?Page=2&CategoryID=13&SubCategoryID=76&SubSubCategoryID=76&ProductID=GG-6635
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

So you forget if you’ve read a title? Or forget that you already own it? Catalog your reading. Journal what you love about the books you have read. Record the books you’ve loaned or borrowed.

Polar Express Games

Created by: Warner Bros.
URL: http://polarexpressmovie.warnerbros.com
Retrieved from: http://polarexpressmovie.warnerbros.com/media_games.html
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

More for the Robert Sabuda fans! Any time of year the Polar Express makes me smile. If this book is a favorite of yours then the Polar Bowler Aim Game and the Polar Express Ticket Chase are for you. These games will entertain the young and the young at heart.

Rolling library ladder

Available from: Putnam Rolling Ladder
Price: Custom
URL: http://www.putnamrollingladder.com/
Retrieved from: http://www.putnamrollingladder.com/library.html
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Haven't we all dreamed of having our own library complete with a real rolling ladder?

Tea Party Book Shelves

Available from: interiormall.com
Price: $90
URL: http://www.interiormall.com
Retrieved from: http://www.interiormall.com/cat/ndisplaycoll.asp?c1=Furniture&book=3370
Retrieved from:
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Forget Princess and the Pea. A librarian princess must start out with bookshelves fit for a would-be librarian. So, start your book lovers early with these pretty stacking bookshelves.

I Write Like...

Created by: Coding Robots
URL: http://iwl.me/
Language: English
Contributed by: Melissa Messina

Is your literary style more Didion than Doctorow, more Nin than Nabokov? Well copy and paste a sample of your text to find out. I Write Like is a statistical analysis tool that uses a fancy algorithm called a Bayesian classifier to analyze your word choice and writing style and compare them with those of famous writers. For some funny comments and quotes, also check out the accompanying I Write Like blog on Tumbler.

Marion the Librarian Crossstitch

Created by: La D Da Designs
URL: http://laddalovers.blogspot.com
Retrieved from: http://laddalovers.blogspot.com/2010/05/marion-librariane-merry-sunshine.html
Language: English
Contributed by: Melissa Messina

No space is complete without a Marion the Librarian crossstitch pattern, created by La D Da Designs. This framed, handmade craft adds a homey touch to any wall or desk.

Once Upon a Time: Marion the Librarian on TV

Produced by: Nebraska Public Television
Videos converted by: Dave Kelly
URL: http://www.alboe.org/ouat.html
Language: English
Contributed by: Melissa Messina

Watch vintage episodes of the fantastical 1980s Nebraska Public Television show "Once Upon a Time." Co-produced by the Nebraska Department of Education and the University of Nebraska in Omaha, the plot revolves around Marion, a librarian who has been kidnapped by a witch who demands a story every day. Each episode, Marion feeds story ingredients into a cauldron and cooks up a book, which she reads to viewers and the witch.

Several of the show's 33 episodes have been uploaded to Google Video, courtesy of Dave Kelly, and can be accessed through this episode guide.

Dorothy and Toto Music Box

Available from: San Francisco Music Box Company
Price: from $29.00 - $140.00
URL: http://www.sanfranciscomusicbox.com
Retrieved from: http://www.sanfranciscomusicbox.com/s.nl/sc.2/.f?search=Dorothy
Language: English
Contributed by: Susan Elder

Besides Dorothy and Toto Wizard of Oz fans can also find the Good Witch or the Wicked Witch.
Other music boxes of your favorite characters include Harry Potter, Humpty Dumpty, Beatrix Potter, and Buffalo Bill.

In Love

Available from: Book Lover T-Shirts and Gifts
Price: $2.50
URL: http://www.booklovertshirts.com/Mini_Butto/Help_Im_in_Love_Mini_Button_328165922
Language: English
Contributed by: Kristin Zachrel

Who hasn't fallen in love with a fictional character at one time in their life? That's the joy of reading...delving into a world completely devoid of reality.

The Original Search Engine

Available from: Book Lover T-Shirts and Gifts
Price: Starting at $4.00 and up
URL: http://www.booklovertshirts.com
Retrieved from: http://www.booklovertshirts.com/Book_Lover_T-shirts/Librarian_T-shirts/Librarian_The_Original_Search_Engine_T-shirts
Language: English
Contributed by: Kristin Zachrel

That's right Google...Librarians were the original, all-knowing, all powerful search engine! Products available include clothing for adults, juniors, and children, mugs and steins, buttons, magnets, aprons, clocks, license plate covers, pillows, and posters.

Shhh...

Available from: Book Lover T-Shirts and Gifts
Price: Starting at $4.00 and up
URL: http://www.booklovertshirts.com
Retrieved from: http://www.booklovertshirts.com/Book_Lover_T-shirts/Librarian_T-shirts/Shhh_Librarian_T-shirts
Language: English
Contributed by: Kristin Zachrel

The familiar, stereotypical shushing librarian is depicted in this design. Available products include clothing for adults, children and pets, mugs, buttons, magnets, clocks, mousepads, pillows, bags, and hats.

Librarian Watch

Available from: Occupation Gifts
Price: $49.95
URL: http://www.occupationgifts.com
Retrieved from: http://www.occupationgifts.com/librarian-gifts-librarians-gift.htm
Contributed by: Kristin Zachrel

This watch is a mish mash of quintessential librarian paraphernalia: books, reading glasses, pen, and a library card.

Uses for Library Books

Available from: The Crafty Wench
Price: Starting at $4.00 and up
URL: http://www.cafepress.com
Retrieved from: http://www.cafepress.com/dd/20600508
Language: English
Contributed by: Kristin Zachrel

This design states: "My cat and I always enjoy the same books. I, however, want to read them, while he prefers to sleep on them...Usually at the same time."
Anyone who has ever tried to read with a cat knows this is true. Cat's are at the center of the universe and they'll make sure you know it. This design is available on clothing, bags, steins and mugs, and posters.

Man's Second Best Friend

Available from: The Crafty Wench
Price: Starting at $4.00 and up.
URL: http://www.cafepress.com
Retrieved from: http://www.cafepress.com/dd/18972381
Language: English
Contributed by: Kristin Zachrel

It's a bit off the wall, but nonetheless amusing. This design is available on a multitude of products including clothing, bags, steins and mugs, posters, pillows, cards, clocks, coasters, stickers, magnets, and buttons.

Retired Librarian

Available from: Track 'Em Down
Price: Starting at $4.00 and up
URL: http://www.cafepress.com
Retrieved from: http://www.cafepress.com/dd/7060407
Language: English
Contributed by: Kristin Zachrel

A multitude of products for the retired librarian are available, including shirts, hats, underwear, totes, aprons, posters, buttons, and stickers.

Library Cat

Created by: I Can Has Cheezburger
URL: http://icanhascheezburger.com
Retrieved from: http://icanhascheezburger.com/2010/05/12/funny-pictures-i-am-the-library-cat/
Language: English
Contributed by: Kristin Zachrel

Leave it to cats to keep order in the library. I wonder if Dewey was this domineering.

New Spice | Study Like a Scholar, Scholar

Created by: hbllproduction
URL: http://www.youtube.com
Retrieved from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ArIj236UHs&feature=related
Language: English
Contributed by: Melissa Messina

Brigham Young University's Harold B. Lee Library uses parody to reach students in this funny and very persuasive video. Comedian and BYU student Stephen Jones stars as the "Old Spice guy," a straight-A superhero able to coax students out from their dorm rooms and into the library with only a laptop, a sub sandwich, and a library cart. Hilarious!

"Old Spice Guy" Gives a Shout-out to Libraries

Created by: Old Spice
URL: http://www.youtube.com
Retrieved from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bu-KBxOtJxs
Language: English
Contributed by: Melissa Messina

Just when you thought you'd seen it all, here's the Old Spice guy, standing buff in the shower, giving mad props to libraries. Short and sweet.

Mrs. Beamster Librarian Puppet

Available From: http://www.stopfalling.com/
Price: $20.00
Created By: Stop Falling Productions
URL: http://www.stopfalling.com/Mrs.-Beamster-Puppet-The-Librarian-from-the-Black-Lagoon-p-16145.html
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

A puppet from Mike Thaler and Jared Lee’s bestselling series ʺThe Librarian from the Black Lagoon.ʺ

Retired Librarian Apron

Available From: www.zazzle.com
Price: $32.82 (converted from 21.35 GBP)
Created By: ProfessionalDesigns
URL: http://www.zazzle.co.uk/retired_librarian_569_0_dewey_decimal_system_apron-154095156414233969
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Even retired librarians still live by (or in) the Dewey Decimal System! Show your shelving number in this medium length apron with three spacious pockets in the front. It holds everything whether you’re cooking, painting, gardening, sneaking your favorite stamp out the door as you go about retiring…

"My Heart Belongs to a Librarian" Doggie T-shirt

Available From: www.zazzle.com
Price: $44.78 (converted from 29.15 UK pounds)
Created By: professions
URL: http://www.zazzle.co.uk/my_heart_belongs_to_a_librarian_dog_shirt-155124144760550246
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Make sure both your pup and the world in general knows who is #1. Give your handsome hound an even better look with this customised ringer Tee. Available in pink or blue.

Library Stacks Necktie

Available From: http://www.zazzle.com/
Price: $29.95
Created By: krystishollyhocks
URL: http://www.zazzle.com/library_tie-151723105542978893
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Show that your carry the library with you all day, both metaphorically and literaly by wearing a tie with an actual image of the stacks! Bonus! You may even win the "ugliest tie" contest!

Shakespeare Necktie

Available From: www.shakespearesden.com
Price: $11.95
Created By: Shakespeare's Den
URL: http://www.shakespearesden.com/tie-shake.html
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

If you have to wear one, wear one with the Bard! A tie featuring a bust of shakespeare on a background of books!

LibraryMan Necktie

Available From: www.zazzle.com
Price: $35.95
Created By: libraryman
URL: http://www.zazzle.com/libraryman_with_pow_tie-151682710614502853
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Knock some sense into your library with this tie. It features an image of LibraryMan and the distinctive "POW" wordbubble. Join forces with Libraryman and fight the power, baby!

"One Book Down" Sleepshirt

Available From: www.stopfalling.com
Price: $24
URL: http://www.stopfalling.com/One-Book-Down-one-bazillion-still-to-go-Sleep-Shirt-p-16330.html
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

An overlarge shirt to sleep in with the fun quote ʺOne book down - one bazillion still to go!ʺ

"Got Books?" T-shirt

Available From: www.stopfalling.com
Price: $15
URL: http://www.stopfalling.com/Got-Books-I-Do-T-Shirt-p-16219.html
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

A tee-shirt that asks the question ʺGot Books?ʺ on the front and declares ʺI doʺ on the back.

"To Work in a Library" T-shirt

Available From: www.zazzle.com
Price: $26.95
Created By: 1000suns
URL: http://www.zazzle.com/to_work_in_the_library_tshirt-235077138094471349
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

If Library Work is your hobby, occupation, or obsession, show it with a great Library Work t-shirts. This one reads ʺTo work in a library or not to work in a library...What a stupid question!ʺ

"I Am Library 101" T-Shirt

Available From: www.zazzle.com
Price: $20.35
Created by: libraryman
URL: http://www.zazzle.com/i_am_library_101_cartoon_version_tshirt-235362529218299231
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Show what you know with this creative T-shirt explaining that you are "library 101". This shirt, featuring a cartoon representations of many library catagories tells people that you know what it is and where to find it.

Book Socks

Available From: www.stopfalling.com
Price: $9
URL: http://www.stopfalling.com/Socks-p-1-c-276.html
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Topped with glasses and the Bookworm, these book-covered socks are a sure librarian or bibliophile pleaser. Sizes: Medium fits up to size 8 ½” shoe, Large fits shoe size 9 and up. 3 Colors: Black, Tan, Blue

Librarian Socks

Available From: www.homeroomdirect.com
Price: $8.95
URL: http://www.homeroomdirect.com/product.html?t_q=CK340
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Fill your librarians' Christmas stocking with these socks designed just for them. Librarian Socks are adult sizes 9-11.

Books Shoes

Available From: http://www.zazzle.com/

Price: Price: $98.35 (converted from 65 UK pounds)

Created By: friendlyspirit
URL: http://www.zazzle.co.uk/no_such_thing_as_too_many_books_shoes-167316613959862047

Contributed By: Lisa Herning

These custom shoes feature words on the tongue and heel and books all over! An icon since 1949, the PRO-Keds Royal Lo sneakers were born on the playgrounds of the urban landscape. You’re an original and your shoes should be, too.

"Return of the King" Paperback Wallet

Available From: http://www.etsy.com/
Price: $35
Created By: rebounddesigns
URL: http://www.etsy.com/listing/50681234/return-of-the-king-paperback-wallet-made (rebounddesigns has plenty more if this one is sold)
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

This wallet is made from a gorgeous vintage copy of JRR Tolkien's "The Return of the King," from his Lord of the Rings trilogy. Bibliophiles, don't fret! All of these wallets are made from damaged or discarded books. This paperback wallet fits American currency perfectly and all standard business cards and credit cards will fit in the card pockets.

Temporary Library-Themed Tattoos

Available from: http://www.stupid.com/

Price: $7.95

URL: http://www.stupid.com/fun/LIBT.html

Contributed By: Lisa Herning

We've dealt with some tough people in our time. But by far the TOUGHEST people in the world are Librarians! Don't let the eyeglasses and the 1960s hairstyle fool you... Your typical librarian will kick your asterix if you get on her bad side. Show your touch librarian side with these temporary tattoos.

"No Such Thing as too Many Books" Custom Shoe

Available From: www.zazzle.com
Price: $98.35 (converted from 65 UK pounds)
Creater: friendlyspirit
URL: http://www.zazzle.co.uk/no_such_thing_as_too_many_books_shoes-167440355701733015
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Librarians come in all shapes and sizes--and need comfortable shoes! Try these snazzy sneakers which have stacks and stacks of books printed on them! A classic since 1949, the PRO-Keds Royal Hi sneakers were born on the playgrounds of the urban landscape. You’re an original and your shoes should be, too.

Librarian PRO-Keds Royal Hi Shoe

Available From: http://www.zazzle.com/
Price: $98.35 (converted from 65 UK pounds)
Creater: mcduncan
URL: http://www.zazzle.co.uk/librarian_pro_keds_royal_hi_shoes-167577750551429256
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Librarians come in all shapes and sizes--and need comfortable shoes! Try these snazzy sneakers which have the word "librarian" printed on them in a dozen different fonts and colors. A classic since 1949, the PRO-Keds Royal Hi sneakers were born on the playgrounds of the urban landscape. You’re an original and your shoes should be, too.

Book Purses

Available From: http://www.etsy.com/
Price: $100 +
Created By: rebounddesigns
URL: http://www.etsy.com/shop/rebounddesigns?section_id=6749508
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

Bibliophiles, don't fret! All of these purses are made from damaged or discarded books. All care is taken to never use valuable or rare books. These purses have a silky lining and beaded handles. Have a favorite book that is falling apart? Send it to Rebound Designs at etsy.com and have it turned into a one of a kind purse!

Medieval helpdesk with English subtitles

Creator: Knut Nærum
Created:  February 26, 2007
Retrieved from: http://www.youtube.com/user/nrk
URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQHX-SjgQvQ
Publisher: Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation
Language: Norwegian, with English subtitles
Contributor: Monica Claassen-Wilson

Confused by the latest technology?  Just not sure where to start, or afraid of breaking that latest gadget?  Or do you find yourself in the role of technology support, assisting those fearful users over and over, until they've mastered a new tool?  This is the video for you!  It offers a clever lampooning of the technology help desk, where troubles with the "latest" technology may surprise you.

Roving Librarians

Creator: Joan Giannone
Created:  March 16, 2009
Publisher: Mentor Group Training Inc.
URL: http://www.mentorgrouptraining.com/libraries/
Retrieved from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFhmSDIACew 
Language: English
Contributor: Monica Claassen-Wilson
 
Dancing librarians perform to a cowboy-style rendition of the tune "What do you do with a drunken sailer" in this entertaining video designed to teach librarians the principles of roving reference (M.A.P.H.A.T.)  Pay attention to the catchy lyrics, and keep a sharp eye open for some snogging in the stacks! 

M.A.P.H.A.T.

1. Meet the patron
2. Ask a quick question
3. Probe for clarification
4. Hear the patron
5. Assist them
6. Thank or invite them to return

(http://www.mentorgrouptraining.com)

Tour The Library

Creator: Harper College Library, Palatine, Illinois (www.harpercollege.edu/library)
Created:  December 13, 2007
URL: http://www.youtube.com/user/HarperCollegeLibrary
Retrieved from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHljR4LYmOA 
Language: English
Contributor: Monica Claassen-Wilson

Get to know your college library with a video tour hosted by perhaps the most (in)attentive guide ever.  Informative and hilarious all at once!

Librarians Do Gaga

Creator: Sarah Wachter (director, editor, producer)
Created: May 27, 2010
URL: http://www.youtube.com/user/Athenasbanquet
Retrieved from: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_uzUh1VT98
Language: English
Contributed by: Monica Claassen-Wilson

Think you've seen everything? Think again.  Sarah Wachter has captured a new side of librarianship with her rendition of Lady Gaga's Poker Face, "Database".  Check out the video and see Nancy Pearl herself in a cameo appearance!  Sarah is a grad student at the University of Washington's Information School, and looks to have a bright future.
For more information about Sarah's inspiration to create the video and full lyrics to the song, see:  http://www.athenasbanquet.net/2010/05/librarians-do-gaga-and-then-take-over-the-world

"In the Library" - Inspired Perfume Oil

Available From: http://www.etsy.com/
Price: $3.50
Created By: rosemarygrace
URL: http://www.etsy.com/listing/48953063/in-the-library-inspired-perfume-oil
Contributed By: Lisa Herning

“In the Library” is a perfume that holds the warmth and mystery of a gentleman’s library; Musty pages and worn leather, a hint of tobacco and a splash of burgundy. To use simply dab on your pulse points, add to an oil warmer, or drizzle over salt to make a sachet. Please note that “In the Library” is made with sweet almond oil and fragrance oils.