I was recently talking to a father as his kids were exploring Books and More and choosing resources to take home. This was the first occasion we had to meet and chat. He shared what a blessing Books and More had been to his kids and family. He then continued the conversation to share what […]
Why Jordan? Insights from Director James Bacus
Often when I meet people in both the US and Jordan, the same question is asked. Why would you choose Jordan? After over two decades of working in the US and establishing myself in my career and community, leaving the familiar to head to the unknown didn’t make sense to many but they haven’t been […]
First Time Visitors
It is always an exciting time when visitors join us for the first time. Very rarely do we see them not become library members and then family. In the last weeks we have been able to welcome and connect over 30 new families from dozens of nations. Reading for All: Books and More is in […]
Building the future of Reading in Jordan
Books and More has been in Amman, Jordan for over 9 years. In that time we have seen growth in many ways. Our first days were in a small rented building in a very commercial area. The doors opened and their was anticipation of what would be the response and impact on the community. Within […]