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Mychal Threets

Mychal Threets is a librarian and literacy advocate named one of Time’s 100 most influential creators. Online, he shares videos of affirmations to assure people that their mental health always matters, and he encourages everyone to know they belong at the library. A former PBS kid himself, Mychal is proud to serve as PBS resident librarian. This is his first book. His cats, Machine Gun Kitty and Kissin’ Kat Barlow, did not help at all, but he still appreciates them.

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I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy

Penguin Random House Authors Make TIME’s 2025 Influential List!

We have fantastic news to share! TIME recently released their Most Influential Creators of 2025 list, which highlights individuals who made an influential impact on how people interact with and consume information. On this list, nine Penguin Random House authors were recognized for their hard work! Join us in congratulating them! Nick DiGiovanni Meredith Hayden

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