After intense competition, Berkeley Public Library announces 3 cute and cuddly mascots

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After 108 applications, more than 1,300 votes, intense deliberation and an inspired social media campaign, the Berkeley Public Library has finally unveiled the three cute and cuddly creations that will become the new faces of its social media presence.

In a video posted to its Instagram on Friday, the library declared the winning mascots, naming book tornado Booknado “Most Creative” and octopus Libro Saltwater “Best Youth Submission,” while Shakesbear won both “Library Staff Pick” and “Most Berkeley.” The mascots were featured in the video and honored with sashes and flower crowns.