William the Librarian
@williamottens.com
Librarian in Kansas City. Creator of librarianproblems.com. Author of LIBRARIAN TALES. Lover of all things cats and books. He/him. williamthelibrarian.com 🏳️🌈📚😺
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“An Emmy doesn't stop a book ban … We need to turn this moment of recognition into a moment of action.”
Librarians Won the Emmys!
We need to turn this moment of recognition into a moment of action.
action.everylibrary.org
September 16, 2026 at 10:42 AM
“An Emmy doesn't stop a book ban … We need to turn this moment of recognition into a moment of action.”
It’s my last day at my current library and…
I helped dress “Ms. Frizzlestraw,” the library’s entry into the local history museum’s scarecrows on parade fundraiser
I helped dress “Ms. Frizzlestraw,” the library’s entry into the local history museum’s scarecrows on parade fundraiser
September 10, 2026 at 9:07 PM
It’s my last day at my current library and…
I helped dress “Ms. Frizzlestraw,” the library’s entry into the local history museum’s scarecrows on parade fundraiser
I helped dress “Ms. Frizzlestraw,” the library’s entry into the local history museum’s scarecrows on parade fundraiser
If you’re looking for a library gig in the Kansas City area, my job is up for grabs! This is my last week in this role — one that is tough to leave. The team is so great to work with, plus, they have an upcoming expansion and renovation!
Employment Opportunities - Basehor Community Library
basehorlibrary.com
September 9, 2026 at 12:08 PM
If you’re looking for a library gig in the Kansas City area, my job is up for grabs! This is my last week in this role — one that is tough to leave. The team is so great to work with, plus, they have an upcoming expansion and renovation!
This lovely creature greeted me at the library this morning
September 3, 2026 at 1:26 PM
This lovely creature greeted me at the library this morning
If you’re in KCMO and are at all arachnophobic, I highly suggest avoiding the stairs on the Town of Kansas Birdge at 6:00 on a warm summer morning. Every corner of every landing had a web with a huge brown spider on it.
If you’re the kind of weirdo like me who’s fascinated by them go check it out!
If you’re the kind of weirdo like me who’s fascinated by them go check it out!
September 3, 2026 at 11:17 AM
If you’re in KCMO and are at all arachnophobic, I highly suggest avoiding the stairs on the Town of Kansas Birdge at 6:00 on a warm summer morning. Every corner of every landing had a web with a huge brown spider on it.
If you’re the kind of weirdo like me who’s fascinated by them go check it out!
If you’re the kind of weirdo like me who’s fascinated by them go check it out!
So I've been applying to different positions at my dream library for about 5 years. Wasn't sure it would ever happen, but I officially start there in two weeks!
August 31, 2026 at 9:45 PM
So I've been applying to different positions at my dream library for about 5 years. Wasn't sure it would ever happen, but I officially start there in two weeks!
This one really helped me when my husband and I spent some time apart back in 2020 (one of the toughest years for everyone, I know). Thank you, Dolly 🫶💔
Lonely Comin' Down
Dolly Parton · Jolene (Expanded Edition) · Song · 1974
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August 25, 2026 at 6:39 PM
This one really helped me when my husband and I spent some time apart back in 2020 (one of the toughest years for everyone, I know). Thank you, Dolly 🫶💔
WHY?! 😭💔
Dolly Parton, Country Music Legend, Dies at 80, Just 4 Days After Saying, ‘I Still Have so Many Things I Want to Achieve’
Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. The country music legend was known for songs including “Jolene,” “I Will Always Love You” and “9 to 5.” She also starred in movies like ‘Steel Magnolias’ and ‘T...
people.com
August 25, 2026 at 6:01 PM
WHY?! 😭💔
Finally visited The Rabbit Hole in North Kansas City. It’s a whimsical, bookish dream!
August 25, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Finally visited The Rabbit Hole in North Kansas City. It’s a whimsical, bookish dream!
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Sharing my Dewey Decimal Classification Lego Card Game for any back to school Library folk who may need something new for library lessons this year
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August 10, 2026 at 3:37 PM
Sharing my Dewey Decimal Classification Lego Card Game for any back to school Library folk who may need something new for library lessons this year
teenlibrarian.co.uk/2014/09/09/d...
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teenlibrarian.co.uk/2014/09/09/d...
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Happy National Book Lovers Day from your average book loving librarian! How appropriate that I get to spend it working at the library.
August 9, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Happy National Book Lovers Day from your average book loving librarian! How appropriate that I get to spend it working at the library.
Tried so hard not to be that grouchy old librarian to the church youth group who showed up unannounced for a scavenger hunt to find books published in each decade and rushed through the stacks pulling books off the shelves and returning them in random places and backwards and then left. So hard. 😬😭
August 8, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Tried so hard not to be that grouchy old librarian to the church youth group who showed up unannounced for a scavenger hunt to find books published in each decade and rushed through the stacks pulling books off the shelves and returning them in random places and backwards and then left. So hard. 😬😭
Did I just add my own book to the Book Lovers Day display at my library? 🤔
Why, yes. Yes I did. 😂
Why, yes. Yes I did. 😂
August 5, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Did I just add my own book to the Book Lovers Day display at my library? 🤔
Why, yes. Yes I did. 😂
Why, yes. Yes I did. 😂
6 summers in Kansas City = 6 @kclibrary.bsky.social Summer Reading pint glasses!
August 4, 2026 at 7:25 PM
6 summers in Kansas City = 6 @kclibrary.bsky.social Summer Reading pint glasses!
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We're in the last week of fundraising for Starry Night at Starlight, & @williamottens.com & I need your help
Our goal is to raise another $1,500 for Starlight's internship program. Every donation helps create opportunities for young people seeking arts careers
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Our goal is to raise another $1,500 for Starlight's internship program. Every donation helps create opportunities for young people seeking arts careers
secure.givelively.org/donate/starl...
Donate to William Ottens & Nate Chamberlain's Fundraiser for Starry Night at Starlight 2026 by Starlight Theatre
Starry Knight at StarlightPresented by Stepp & Rothwell and Janssen Estate Probate and Elder LawSaturday, August 8th, 20266:00 - 11:30 p.m.Starry Night at Starlight highlights the sixth class of ...
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August 1, 2026 at 9:19 PM
We're in the last week of fundraising for Starry Night at Starlight, & @williamottens.com & I need your help
Our goal is to raise another $1,500 for Starlight's internship program. Every donation helps create opportunities for young people seeking arts careers
secure.givelively.org/donate/starl...
Our goal is to raise another $1,500 for Starlight's internship program. Every donation helps create opportunities for young people seeking arts careers
secure.givelively.org/donate/starl...
Lizard Under the Skillet done! Longest bike ride @natechamberlain.com and I have done so far — 31 miles south of Lawrence.
July 12, 2026 at 3:55 PM
Lizard Under the Skillet done! Longest bike ride @natechamberlain.com and I have done so far — 31 miles south of Lawrence.
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The Librarians Film is officially a nominee for an EMMY! I’m so proud to be a part of this film documenting librarians on the censorship frontlines.
@thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social @pbs.org
@thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social @pbs.org
July 8, 2026 at 9:54 PM
The Librarians Film is officially a nominee for an EMMY! I’m so proud to be a part of this film documenting librarians on the censorship frontlines.
@thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social @pbs.org
@thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social @pbs.org
Shaping up to be quite the Monday at the library today. Phones and Internet haven’t been working all morning. Now someone just slipped off one of the toilets in the men’s room and busted the seat in half. They’re okay, thankfully.
July 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Shaping up to be quite the Monday at the library today. Phones and Internet haven’t been working all morning. Now someone just slipped off one of the toilets in the men’s room and busted the seat in half. They’re okay, thankfully.
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Library 🤝 Soccer
We have had so much fun hosting various watch parties at our locations. ⚽ The Library is a gathering space for everyone — bring a friend and check out our upcoming programming at kclibrary.org/calendar.
We have had so much fun hosting various watch parties at our locations. ⚽ The Library is a gathering space for everyone — bring a friend and check out our upcoming programming at kclibrary.org/calendar.
July 3, 2026 at 9:08 PM
Library 🤝 Soccer
We have had so much fun hosting various watch parties at our locations. ⚽ The Library is a gathering space for everyone — bring a friend and check out our upcoming programming at kclibrary.org/calendar.
We have had so much fun hosting various watch parties at our locations. ⚽ The Library is a gathering space for everyone — bring a friend and check out our upcoming programming at kclibrary.org/calendar.
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I'm still looking for your stories and links!
If you're seeing Pride censorship in U.S. libraries–whether it's from inside the library or from pressure outside–please report it for the annual roundup. You can be anonymous.
There are already *several* this year.
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
There are already *several* this year.
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
June 30, 2026 at 12:19 PM
I'm still looking for your stories and links!
LOVED returning to Alaska with @natechamberlain.com 😍
Cruising the Alaskan Inside Passage, Part 1
Two years ago, Nate and I experienced our first cruise with an 8-day itinerary through Alaska’s inside passage. We loved it so much, we had to do it again! This time, we chose a 10-day cruise…
williamandnate.com
June 28, 2026 at 4:12 PM
LOVED returning to Alaska with @natechamberlain.com 😍
Bought an art print at Pride in the Park that reminded me of my cat Baxter, and I’m pretty sure this queen LOVES it
June 28, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Bought an art print at Pride in the Park that reminded me of my cat Baxter, and I’m pretty sure this queen LOVES it
Paige Turner is back and she says, “Have you signed up for Summer Reading yet?”
June 11, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Paige Turner is back and she says, “Have you signed up for Summer Reading yet?”
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You all-- I never thought I'd see the day, but library peeps, strap in for a fight. The Author's Guild is going after us as the reason why authors are making less money. I don't think they understand who they are dealing with: www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
Authors Guild Looks at Why Author Incomes Are in Decline
A survey commissioned by the Guild found that only 25% of print books and e-books read in the past month were bought new or through a paid subscription, with readers increasingly turning to low- or no...
www.publishersweekly.com
June 10, 2026 at 4:10 PM
You all-- I never thought I'd see the day, but library peeps, strap in for a fight. The Author's Guild is going after us as the reason why authors are making less money. I don't think they understand who they are dealing with: www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
Today in other duties as assigned: putting together the new body for our library mascot, Paige Turner
June 10, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Today in other duties as assigned: putting together the new body for our library mascot, Paige Turner