Time to Cut Back on the Library Jokes
While I have never wrote a story about a library or one where it somehow included a library, I am glad that I read How Not to Write About Libraries. If I hadn’t read this article by a librarian, then I to would probably make some of the most common mistakes listed in this article.
For instance, I would try and include some type of library joke. I might even look up jokes online just for some inspiration. But I am now aware that most people who have been working in a library do not like it and have heard it all before. I suppose I know how they feel; you hear one short joke, you’ve heard them all.
I respect the point of view of all people and I would never want to disrespect or insult anyone, including anyone who works in a library (not necessarily a librarian). Apparently the writer of the “How not to…” is fed up and annoyed with at least 10 things that reporters do when they write about libraries. These 10 things mentioned in the article might come in handy one day.
Posted on September 25, 2012, in Uncategorized. Bookmark the permalink. 5 Comments.
I like the link to the library jokes!
…too bad this librarian was being grouchy about it. I mean, lets get real, there are jokes made about EVERYONE. Red heads, blondes, brunettes, athletes, teachers, etc.
I think you’re being sarcastic, which if I am correct, WAY TO GO! (: Love this!
Good blog! I completely understand the whole short joke thing.. makes this article more relevant for me at least. Haha.
Nice blog, and I learned a lot from what you wrote. I also like the references you have provided, especially the “joke” one. so funny~ Good!
I did not know library jokes existed. I mean, when I think of a library joke, I immediately think of quiet, librarian in glasses, maybe a senior citizen…