Shannon Petersen was selected as Albert Lea Public Library’s reader of the month for December. Petersen’s mom and dad are Michelle and Grant. She has a brother, Andrew. They have two dogs, Gussie and Draeker. Her favorite thing to do is play with My Little Ponies. Shannon’s favorite place to read is in her room in her My Little Pony chair. Her favorite books are about horses, unicorns and Biscuit. Ramon Fernandez was selected as Albert Lea Public Library’s reader of the month for November. Fernandez’s mom and dad are Ann and Alfredo. He has a sister, Carmen. His favorite thing to do is read and play outside. His favorite books are by National Geographic. His favorite place to read is at home on the couch. – Provided