The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians edited by James Patterson and Matt Eversmann with Chris Mooney

James Patterson, best known for his prodigious output of thrillers, is also an advocate for literacy and reading. The Secret Lives of Booksellers and Librarians is collection of   short essays written by reading champions from boutique bookstores, chain bookstores, public libraries, school libraries, and university libraries across the country.  The essays from those on the front lines range from making magical book recommendations to coping with censorship.   Charming.