2025 Local Author Showcase
Get ready for an exciting new format celebrating local literary talent! Local authors have an opportunity to present their work, connect with fellow writers, and engage directly with the public.
Library Leadership
General Questions,
askalibrarian@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2975
Marjorie Harrison, Library Director
marjorie.harrison@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2892
Elizabeth Nicolai, Assistant Director
elizabeth.nicolai@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2909
Samantha Blanquart, Youth Services Coordinator
samantha.blanquart@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2840
Sarah Preskitt, Adult Services Coordinator, Alaska Collection Librarian
sarah.preskitt@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2856
Emily Paige, Collection Management Services Coordinator
emily.paige@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2925
Celia Hartz, Automation and Patron Services Coordinator
celia.hartz@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2972
Misty Rose Nesvick, Communications Coordinator
misty.nesvick@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2974
Library Administration/System-Wide Staff
Kristie Nelsen, Virtual Engagement Librarian
kristine.nelsen@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2981
Brendan Farrell, Facilities Manager
brendan.farrell@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2859
Rick Henderson, Room Reservations & Volunteers
rick.henderson@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2906
Lina Kianipour, Interlibrary Loan Assistant
lina.kianipour@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2826
Branch Library Contact Information
Mountain View
Rayette Sterling, Branch Manager
rayette.sterling@anchorageak.gov
907-343-2907
Muldoon
Jim Curran, Branch Manager
james.curran@anchorageak.gov
907-343-4030
Scott & Wesley Gerrish (Girdwood)
Katarina Pavic, Branch Manager
katarina.pavic@anchorageak.gov
907-343-4074
Chugiak-Eagle River
Stephanie Schott, Branch Manager
stephanie.schott@anchorageak.gov
907-343-1533
Summer Discovery at Anchorage Public Library
The best way for children to keep their reading skills up and be ready for the next school year is just to read! APL is here to encourage reading and learning with our annual Summer Discovery program.
Large Type Offers Literacy Benefits and Accessibility
Anchorage Public Library has a wonderful large type collection for youth and adults. We realize an inclusive and expansive LT collection can help many different library patrons.