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For all those who take part in getting lost between the book’s pages every day, the chance of turning this passion into work may seem like a dream. The good news is that there are several professions that directly or indirectly are somehow related to books, so it is possible to combine a love for books with a good job. From here we will take an in-depth look at the most promising career opportunities for book lovers and provide a brief description of each profession, as well as critical tendencies that make these professions perfect for the current digital age.

1. Librarian

Traditional employment of librarians has also changed over the years and the current librarians perform a much different function than in the past. While the more conventional role of a librarian was just a guardian of books or collections, presently, they act as Managers of digital materials, Information professionals, Educators, and Community builders. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics indicated that the current mean national pay rate of librarians is $60,820 and projected job growth to remain stable. Mostly, librarians are directly engaged in the management of the information, which is in their case digital sources, and helping users to navigate the multitude of sources. This type of career is well-suitable for those who love reading books, have an excellent knowledge of searching for material in electronic databases, and find satisfaction in helping people find what they need.

2. Book Editor

A book editor is a very fulfilling job for individuals who have good observing aptitudes and are likely to have a great feel for narrating. Editors are involved in the process of manuscript preparation and enhance publishers’ outputs by assisting authors in the development of their works. The current situation in the industry means that there is now an annual growth in the number of self-published books and more outlets are now available for freelance editors. The average freelance editorial rate for book editing as reported by the Editorial Freelancers Association is $30-$60 for each hour or by project type. This trend reflects a growing demand for high-quality content as readers become more discerning.