B.E. Aster

Guest writer

B.E. Aster (they/them) has been a poet for 40 years, a journalist for 30 years, and a librarian for 20 years. They call a house filled with writers in Te Whanganui-a-Tara home for now.

Image: Archi Banal

Another day in the life of a children's librarian

A local children's librarian gives a glimpse into an unpredictable job that's as personal as it is public.

By B.E. Aster | 21st August, 2023

Image: Archie Banal

A day in the life of a children’s librarian

Libraries are worlds of their own, with essential workers looking after them day in and day out.

By B.E. Aster | 21st March, 2023