Murray Library wants to give you a taco. Or a burrito. Or whatever entices you on Chipotle’s menu. And all you’ve got to do is write a review about something on the library’s shelves.
Simply write 150-200 words about a favorite — or not-so-favorite — book or DVD at the Murray Library and you could be rewarded with a coupon for a free meal at Chipotle Mexican Grill.
The program represents a more modern era at Murray Library in which library-goers can more readily share information and make their voices heard, according to marketing coordinator Carole Cannon.
“Patron reviews” now will be featured on the library’s blog — murraylibrary.org — under the writer’s name and the title “guest blogger,” alongside reviews written by library staffers.
“Our goal is to get patrons more involved, and to [offer] some programs that are a little more interactive and give people a voice,” Cannon said. “So far, I think it’s been successful, and I think people have really liked it. It’s been nice for them to have a forum to talk about some of the things they’re checking out at the library.”
Cannon said she knows people are reading the reviews because the items being reviewed are getting more hold requests at her mid-valley library, located at located 166 E. 5300 South.
“People come in and want to tell us about the books they’re reading,” Cannon said. “This is just an opportunity to share with the librarians and the community what they’ve really liked.”
It also is a chance for library users to showcase their writing skills.
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Patron reviewer Scott Williams reviewed Garth Stein’s The Art of Racing in the Rain, which he describes as his “personal favorite novel of all time.”
“A simply amazing read,” Williams wrote. “The world as seen through a dog’s point of view. Enzo is captivating, and if you are an animal lover this is a must read. Heartwarming, humorous and sad at times, The Art of Racing in the Rain shows us the connection between humans and their canine friends.”
Patron reviewer Carleigh Penrod reviewed the American classic, To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee.
“This intriguing novel portrays many themes disguised in childhood innocence, right from wrong, growing up and staying young,” Penrod wrote. “A heart-breaking yet lovable story of courage, unity and sorrow will leave you with lifelong lessons and truth of the racist South.”
Reviewers of all ages are invited to contribute. Reviews are subject to approval and editing by library staff, and will be posted within two weeks of submission. Email reviews to murraylibrarian@gmail.com. Chipotle coupons will be offered through February.




