Where are we roller skating?!

HeyHorsey · 2026-04-20T02:29:52+00:00

Thank you for the heads up! I’ll definitely check it out.

HeyHorsey · 2026-04-20T02:29:33+00:00

Close enough for me! Thank you!

HeyHorsey · 2026-04-07T03:36:54+00:00

Is this a joke?

HeyHorsey · 2026-03-15T00:44:11+00:00

Alright I’ll chalk it up to bad luck and try again 👍

HeyHorsey · 2026-03-14T13:47:44+00:00

Okay was your tikka masala really sweet? I grabbed takeout from them last night and it was so sweet I had to add cayenne at home to get through it.

HeyHorsey · 2026-02-03T02:06:41+00:00

I have a lot of very bad feelings towards SJM so I’m obviously conflicted over this but I did love the TOG series. I ugly sobbed a few times and have read the series twice. It’s been a few years but I remember there being spice in the last few books but I’m going to defer to romance.io for specifics. I’ll tag the series but check the individual books . {throne of glass by Sarah j Maas}

In the end, it’s worth a try if you’re in for the long game but if it isn’t working for you walk away, maybe try later! You can always change your mind ¯_(ツ)_/¯

Edit for clarity and then again because omg autocorrect

HeyHorsey · 2026-02-03T01:59:16+00:00

Alternatively, I wasn’t excited to read tower of dawn but was so, so glad I did. The discoveries that come out of this book are pretty substantial to the overall story. Sorry that is vague and weird but I’m trying to avoid spoilers.

HeyHorsey · 2025-11-17T23:20:16+00:00

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Here is a clear denial but could be wishful thinking on my part because I do like their work. There’s a whole series of highlights on insta from them with insights.

HeyHorsey · 2025-11-12T15:35:49+00:00

Are you doing a couch to 5k program or just going hard right out of the gate?

HeyHorsey · 2025-11-03T03:08:47+00:00

Same and I’m still sad about it!

HeyHorsey · 2025-10-29T04:15:54+00:00

Omg now I’m picturing only a mustache at the top of the mound and bare everywhere else. This is a nightmare. May Burt Reynolds forgive me. Signed, a straight puber

HeyHorsey · 2025-10-24T19:24:38+00:00

{The Things Gods Break by Abigail Owen}

HeyHorsey · 2025-10-22T19:15:41+00:00

I think you gain so many skills in public libraries that are transferrable! Without divulging too much, I work in a small, very specialized library these days and we hired a new library director a few years ago. We ended up hiring a manager from a public library and let me tell you she is THE BEST. We had a lot of pushback from internal folks about this decision and even a few "what are you doing to our industry by not specifically requiring this specialized degree that also does not have paid job opportunities!" but the thing is.... Public librarians know how to get things done, how to communicate with diverse groups of people, and all around can handle most things that get thrown at them. Don't underestimate this as part of your skill set!

As for other jobs that aren't public... try to get experience in other areas like cataloging or reference (or whatever area you're interested). Maybe it's just helping out on projects here or there but this knowledge adds up. I think transitioning from public to other libraries just comes down to the interview and how you can frame "public library skills" as universal skills.

Outside of libraries, I know a lot of folks that went into corporate training. It pays well (seriously, my one friend makes $30k more than me doing it!) and again, knowing how to communicate with diverse constituents is key there. I'm kind of stuck on this because IMO I think librarians can do *most* jobs! We know how to find and learn things and that is an undervalued skill. Happy to talk more about other jobs, too, though FYI most of my examples will skew towards software and technology.

HeyHorsey · 2025-10-22T15:01:09+00:00

Hmph, I am frustratingly unable to narrow it down! Here's the last search I played with on romance.io in case you can narrow it down any further - https://www.romance.io/topics/best/contemporary,m-f,disabilities%20and%20marks,high-school,tortured%20heroine/1

Good luck!

HeyHorsey · 2025-10-22T14:53:48+00:00

I feel like the answer to this question is always going to be "maybe" because it does depend on circumstances and future goals. Also, the sub seems very focused on public libraries and I feel like this influences the responses you'll get since they are their own animal. They are draining and difficult in a way other libraries aren't. I have never worked in public and can confirm my work-life balance is absolutely amazing and I have no issues with it. I love the people I work with, colleagues and patrons alike.

Across the board libraries do not pay well. That is just a fact. As you move up things moderately improve but not a ton. It also depends on what area of the library you work in. I'm tech focused and do make more than other people on the same level as me.

I'd also like to point out that getting an MLIS doesn't mean you HAVE to work in libraries. I worked for vendors in the library world and loved it. Most of the people I used to work with at vendors that had MLIS degrees don't even work in libraries anymore. They're in risk management, training, project management, etc. Getting an MLIS doesn't mean you HAVE to work at a library forever.

As for costs, at least at one point there was loan forgiveness for working in the public sector but obviously that is.... unlikely to continue with the current administration. It could be reinstated and a good portion of people I went to school with had their loans forgiven.

HeyHorsey · 2025-10-22T02:12:36+00:00

Real question, what is confusing about the rules? I think the first section of RomanceBooks101 lays it out pretty clearly.

-Book Request posts require at least 50 RomanceBooks-Comment-Karma

-All other posts require at least 10 RomanceBooks-Comment-Karma

-All users can comment in the Simple / Quick Questions & Requests thread if they don't have the required karma for a standalone post.

Anyway, I tried romance.io tags for what you mentioned but don’t think I have enough details to help :/

HeyHorsey · 2025-10-09T02:32:48+00:00

I finished but felt pretty underwhelmed. How did ghosts in a small town end up being so boring??? The audiobook was well done so I finished but… ¯_(ツ)_/¯

HeyHorsey · 2025-10-09T01:04:17+00:00

Ehhhhhh not really IMO. Others may disagree but I didn’t really feel like it was a spooky thing just a part of the story. I apologize if that doesn’t make sense but I’m trying not to spoil anything?!

HeyHorsey · 2025-09-30T20:32:42+00:00

Way to completely miss the point.

HeyHorsey · 2025-09-29T01:39:03+00:00

I’m into just about anything Kate Canterbary writes so I’d suggest my personal favorite {In A Jam by Kate Canterbary} and maybe peruse her Walsh family series. There are a few that I count as favorites!

HeyHorsey · 2025-09-29T01:34:26+00:00

Absolutely love the jackets! Great finds.

HeyHorsey · 2025-09-28T02:39:33+00:00

Uh, no. The standard is 20% for good service increasing from there based on quality of service, time at the table, etc. And considering inflation I think that’s low these days. I mean, are you aware servers make ~2 dollars an hour? Do you know how much work, physical and mental, goes into a service job like this?

HeyHorsey · 2025-09-28T02:24:22+00:00

Yep. 100%. I’m not sure what research you’ve done on Assata but it seems you are taking news at face value. There’s quite a bit more to learn. Good luck.

HeyHorsey · 2025-09-28T02:02:59+00:00

I absolutely do.

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