Alaska Bard is like the human incarnation of a bookstore's 'Buy Local' campaign. With a dedication that rivals the fervor of a cat on a laser pointer chase, he reminds us that independent booksellers are the lifeblood of our literary dreams.

Whether he’s promoting albums or dissecting movies, Bard serves up opinions with the zest of a rock star. His commentary is like a perfectly strummed chord: resonant and full of life, with an occasional minor key when it comes to mainstream choices.

When it comes to tackling trolls, Bard wields his keyboard like a lightsaber in a galaxy far, far away. His political posts pack enough punch to make even the most stoic observer nod along—if only to stay out of the crossfire of his hot takes.