Camden County Library System

Voorhees Township, New Jersey

The 282-mile stretch of water that is known as the Delaware River contains as history that includes a key role in the American Revolutionary War. As it travels the distance through five states and 42 counties, it ends its journey at the Atlantic Ocean, which is where The Blue Q’s journey in New Jersey began. Along the river is also the city of brotherly love, directly across of which is the new home of The Blue Q: The World As I See It.

The Camden County Library System accepted the novel into its catalogue in early 2023, where we were fascinated to learn that we are now available among some of the historic works of the famous American poet, Walt Whitman. While the city of Camden (and all of Camden County) boasts its plans for a prosperous (and green) future, we see that The Blue Q also has a chance to thrive in this growing community of readers.

Frequently Asked Questions

- What is the book about?

It is so much more than this, but there is a brief description: The natural balance of the Earth is in danger. The beings responsible for the wellness of our planet were forced to follow the selfish desires of a single, powerful leader, who is once again willing to destroy it all in order to destroy that which was taken from the natural ecosystem.

- For what ages is this book appropriate?

The Blue Q was purposely written to be enjoyed by readers of all ages. This book is intended for young adults, and we primarily recommend it for readers age 12 and up.

- Where can I find the book in the collection of the Camden County Library System?

You can find The Blue Q: The World As I See It in the Teen/Young Adult collection in the Voorhees Branch Library. Availability details are posted in the online collection catalogue.

- Is the Spanish edition of the novel available at the Camden County Library System?

Yes! The Spanish edition - El Quetzal Azul: El Mundo Desde El Cielo - can also be checked out of the Camden County Library System, from the Downtown Camden Branch! Please visit El Quetzal Azul page for details.

- How does the book’s availability at the Camden County Library System help the Mission of The Blue Q?

We were extremely fortunate in that we discovered the Camden County Library System at a time in which the county is investing heavily in their outdoor spaces and recreation areas. Their plan is to enhance the community aesthetically, which will have an impact economically, environmentally, and will improve the health and happiness the people of Camden County. The Mission of The Blue Q not only supports this concept, we also wish to take a more active role. The narrative of the story explains vital importance that clean waterways and green spaces have on the natural balance of the Earth, and we wish to take a fictional account and have it become reality, where we can witness how a community can embrace the novel’s greatest themes and surpass the goals of their own environmental action plan. We applaud such efforts to improve the overall wellbeing of the community, and we hope our small contribution can encourage others to do the same.

- Where would I go to purchase a copy of the book for myself?

The Blue Q is available for purchase at various retailers. Please visit The Blue Q page for details on where you can purchase your copy. If you would like a personalized copy of the novel autographed by author Dennis Avelar, please email us via our contact form. Details regarding the Spanish edition of the novel can be found the website for El Quetzal Azul.

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