Libraries. Physical affordances. Criticism. This world is wide and deep.

How to Criticize with Kindness

"let your aim be to come at truth, not to conquer your opponent"

Matt Phillips

Francis Bear at the Library

Make the library into what you want it to be.

Matt Phillips

The Perils of an All-Digital Movie Future -- Vulture

"the simplicity of the physical medium held the key to its longevity"

Matt Phillips

A Real-World Button for Controlling Your Favorite Apps | WIRED

"Not a killer app, but an app killer." The power of the physical button.

Matt Phillips

Before Google ... Who Knew?

"Where can I rent a beagle for hunting? (1963)" and other gems to be posted on @NYPL blog.

Matt Phillips