The annual Alternative Press Expo has come and gone once again and I'm quite honestly bummed out that I didn’t get a chance to attend this year. I'm especially bummed out because I had planned to write about it and spread the word to those who haven’t experienced this independent comic and publisher exposition. Nevertheless, I'll spend the time to reflect on last years APE expo instead and give some insight to why independent publishing is so special and the creators they are promoting are becoming more relevant to patrons of the library and fans of graphic novels in general.

Halloween is fast approaching and it's time to get in the spirit! When your usual reads just aren't scary enough, what should you check out? Here are my top holiday and horror reads for this haunting season.

Avast ye mateys! Comin' up be one 'o th' most important holidays 'o all, National Talk Like A Pirate Day! Here be some 'o th' best ways t' learn how t' be a pirate 'n celebrate on Monday, Septembaaahhr 19th! Movies Feast ye eyes on these splendid movin' pictures. We give 'em one rusted hook 'n a thumb up!

What can you do until Season 2? If you are like me, and have quickly devoured the first season of Netflix hit show, Stranger Things, then you need something to tide you over until we find out if there will be a Season 2 in our near future and if there will be justice for Barb. But not to worry, the library is here with lots of goodies to keep you entertained while we eagerly await the news!

Calling all fangirls and fanboys! San Jose once again has the pleasure of hosting Heroes & Villains Fan Fest this year. Join me as I immerse myself in everything and anything nerdy this weekend: August 27th & August 28th.