Charmaine Yu

November 03rd, 2026

Vancouver-based Charmaine Yu illustrated More Than Books: Why the World Needs Libraries (Orca $29.95) by Margriet Ruurs, a book that celebrates libraries and the many beneficial activities these institutions provide. The back page blurb notes: “While libraries began as places to protect and preserve knowledge, they have grown into community hubs where everyone can access diverse books, pick up a new hobby and fall in love with learning.” More Than Books includes a history of written records (from clay tablets to e-readers), historical libraries such as the fabled Library of Alexandria and describes the work of librarians. For middle-grade readers. 9781459844001

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