200 Enchanted Library Coloring Pages for Adults Who Color

If you love the meditative escape that adult coloring books provide, the “Enchanted Library” collection is like stepping into a world where magic and literature entwine. This set of 200 unique coloring pages invites you to explore whimsical libraries filled with secrets, ancient books, and mystical creatures, all waiting for your personal touch.

Volume 2 of the “Enchanted Library” series is designed with adult colorists in mind, offering a captivating blend of intricate details and imaginative themes. Each page is like a gateway to a magical library, where every corner reveals a new story. You’ll find yourself drawn into scenes of towering bookshelves, glowing lanterns, and hidden nooks that spark curiosity and wonder.

The illustrations are rich with fantasy elements—imagine books that float, glowing orbs, and mythical beings like dragons and pixies, all set against a backdrop of gothic and medieval-inspired architecture. These pages offer the perfect canvas for you to experiment with color, whether you want to go bold with bright, vivid shades or create a more subtle, mysterious atmosphere.

Why Every Library Needs a Hometown Authors Shelf and How to Promote Them

I have previously written about building a Local Authors Collection in a library in a previous post, How to Start a Local Authors Collection . Now, I will discuss further why this is mandatory for every library, especially public ones. All libraries often highlight international bestsellers—but what about the author who lives just down the street? A Hometown Author Shelf tells the story of your community, written by its own people. Local authors offer unique perspectives that national voices can’t. Their work may reflect regional issues, dialects, history, or folklore that rarely reach mainstream publication. Also, they don't have many followers, because they're just doing their thing and not getting much attention. This is where the library comes in. When patrons see familiar names or places in print, it deepens their emotional connection to both the library and literature. It says, “Your story matters here.” It also attracts local media attention, potential donors, and mo...

How to Start a Local Authors Collection in Your Library: 3 Steps

Looking to celebrate the voices in your own backyard? Starting a Local Authors Collection is one of the most meaningful ways to connect your library with its community. This will also promote your library to locals who may not have heard that your library is open and accessible to everyone! It will also send the message that you value your local authors and would like to work more with them in the future! Step 1: Audit! Begin with a simple audit: Do you already have hometown authors on your shelves? Create a list. Then, reach out to local writing groups, independent publishers, or universities—places where emerging writers often surface. Step 2: Curate! Don’t overlook self-published authors. Many have strong followings and are eager to share their work. Establish clear submission guidelines to ensure quality and consistency. Step 3: Promote! Highlight the new collection with shelf signage or a dedicated reading nook. Monthly features or “Local Author Spotlights” on social media also ...

Short Story: The Vampire Next Door

Categories: FRIENDSHIP, TEENS & YOUNG ADULT, ROMANCE Nineteen-year-old vampire billionaire Welton Perry III stepped inside his new townhouse in suburban Maine already bored with the droning voice of the realtor. He held up one hand to stop the lady’s overeffusive description of the basement kitchen with the cold storage facility for his special dietary needs. He didn’t really need a fancy house, but his parents insisted. They wanted him to get as much rest as he needed after the ruckus he went through when his girlfriend and childhood friend sued him for assault, which was ludicrous.

Ruby Galvez, RL

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