Imagine a library where everyone feels welcomed, where books are celebrated, and where the librarian isn’t just someone who shelves books—but a passionate advocate for knowledge, inclusion, and joy. That’s exactly what Mychal Threets embodies.
From shelving books at the very library he grew up in to becoming a viral sensation, Mychal has captured hearts with his uplifting videos, mixing book recommendations with powerful affirmations. Compared to Mister Rogers and LeVar Burton, he brings an unfiltered enthusiasm to reading—with signature tattoos like Arthur Read’s library card proving he lives and breathes the library life.
In this conversation, we explore his journey from a shy kid who found solace in libraries to PBS’s Resident Librarian, where he continues his mission to remind the world that libraries are for everyone. He shares his approach to making libraries feel like home, his thoughts on book challenges and censorship, and the unexpected moments that have shaped his career. How does he handle book bans? What does he say to parents questioning their kids’ reading choices? And how does he keep “spreading unhinged library joy” everywhere he goes?
Join us for an inspiring conversation with the one and only Mychal Threets!
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