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It would be hard to argue that Chris Ryall, San Diego’s newest library commissioner, doesn’t live on the cutting edge of modern entertainment.
Ryall, 56, has been a successful comic book author, editor and publisher for more than 20 years and was executive producer of the popular Netflix fantasy horror show “Locke and Key.”
He also recently wrote a graphic novel with famed film director Francis Ford Coppola, has another TV show in the works and released a new book of his own last month.
It’s unusual expertise and perspective for a library commissioner, but it could help the city library’s 37-branch system broaden and modernize its approach to non-traditional books.
“Through his diverse professional background in business and arts, Chris brings a uniquely well-rounded perspective that will serve as a major asset to our public library system,” said Misty Jones, the city’s head librarian. “His passion for entertainment and literature, as well as his knowledge of the publishing industry, will benefit not only the library system but all our library patrons.”
Ryall said he would love to broaden the local library’s approach to graphic novels and help library officials become more savvy about other new forms of entertainment. But he’s not looking to ruffle any feathers.
“I didn’t go in there with any list of complaints — it was more like, ‘I’m happy with what I’ve seen so far, and let’s see where else I can be helpful,’” Ryall said.
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