Library Hot Takes!

We asked, you answered—here’s a collection of hot takes from our library community.

“The smaller the library, the better.” (hot)

“Not every book needs a sequel 🤐.” (spicy!)

“Libraries need to start ordering more self-published books to help promote diversity.” (boiling)

“Non-school libraries focus way too much on reading as a fun thing, and not enough as an essential life skill. I love reading for fun, but it seems to me we often don't acknowledge or even forget that if you can't read you're at a dramatic disadvantage in life.” (five-alarm fire)

“Author talks are overrated and often boring!” (Fiery)

“It's okay to not read any of the books you checked out from the library because you were so entranced with all the audiobooks you checked out from the library.” (Scorching)

“They're called "Little Free Libraries," huh? - good to make the "free" distinction to contrast them with all of those libraries out there that aren't free.🙄” (Ryan Gosling)

“Book smell is not a good smell.” (the surface of the Sun)

Have a hot take of your own? Now is your chance to share it! Whether it’s a bold opinion on libraries, a controversial book ranking, an underrated literary gem, or any other rarely held opinion you think deserves more love, we want to hear it.

Submit your hottest take through this Google form, and you might see it in a future compilation of hot takes!

The opinions and statements shared in this article reflect the personal views of members of the library community and do not represent the views, values, or official positions of Minitex.