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Books can help to ease some of the mental strain brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic by providing accessible, self-directed learning and recreation, as well as a much-needed distraction from some of life’s more pressing worries. One book that addresses overcoming mental blocks is Tinker Dabble Doodle Try: Unlock the Power of the Unfocused Mind by Srinivasan S. Pillay (153.4 Pillay). The premise is that unfocusing your mind and letting it wander is key to unlocking its potential for both logical problem solving and creative thinking.

Brande discusses the ways she uses Ranganathan’s second law of library science to help readers find the book they need. This law “Every Reader Their Book” is one of the most important tools that a library employee uses to help customers find the book that best suits their current need.