How to pick up a librarian.

[TheMatt]

Right, this is how it is.

So, fellow Escapists, I come to you for advice. What should a shy guy do to try and break the ice? Anyone been in a similar situation before?

Easy. Believe it or not, tell her that. i am in no way kidding say this exactly -

"Hi, I've been wracking my brain trying to come up with something clever and witty to say to you but frankly I'm drawing a blank. Since I couldn't come up with something funny to say I just thought I'd be honest. You , librarian lady, are really pretty and I would love the chance to get to know you better sometime. Can i take you out for a drink?" btw, I'm (whatever your name is, let's say Chad). btw, I'm Chad.

I know, I'm a genius when it comes to these things. If she doesn't have a bf, you'll get a date.

let me know how it goes.

 

[Abedeus]

Stalking.

Stalking is always a good option. Take photos of her while she's not looking, then fill your house walls with them.
After that, try to find out where her house is.
Writing "I love you and I want your babies" on her door with your own blood is always a good ice-breaker.

Spoiler: Disclaimer

For the love of God, do not do what I just said.

Remember what dad says.

1. Quitters never prosper.
2. Be persistent and you will win.
3. Yes means no.

Also, you can try burning your name or library card number in her front lawn. Or her name/face in your lawn.

You can tie a bucket of yellow paint to her bumper, pierce it with a screwdriver and follow her to home.

Don't forget to call her after 11 P.M. and say something romantic like "I know you are... alone..." and such. Keep up and reach the top!

 

[Gerazzi]

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don't listen to any advice given by me?

 

[The Infamous Scamola]

Don't forget to call her after 11 P.M. and say something romantic like "I know you are... alone..." and such. Keep up and reach the top!

Heavy breather calls are also a must.

Seriously though, I'd just go with the direct approach. Just ask her her number.

 

[furnatic]

Right, this is how it is.

So, fellow Escapists, I come to you for advice. What should a shy guy do to try and break the ice? Anyone been in a similar situation before?

Easy. Believe it or not, tell her that. i am in no way kidding say this exactly -

"Hi, I've been wracking my brain trying to come up with something clever and witty to say to you but frankly I'm drawing a blank. Since I couldn't come up with something funny to say I just thought I'd be honest. You , librarian lady, are really pretty and I would love the chance to get to know you better sometime. Can i take you out for a drink?" btw, I'm (whatever your name is, let's say Chad). btw, I'm Chad.

I know, I'm a genius when it comes to these things. If she doesn't have a bf, you'll get a date.

let me know how it goes.

By the Gods, that's brilliant and clever!

 

[dannyboi1236]

Talking about books is probably not the best way to go, after all it is her job and maybe not what she would think of as " down-time".

 

[TheMatt]

Right, this is how it is.

So, fellow Escapists, I come to you for advice. What should a shy guy do to try and break the ice? Anyone been in a similar situation before?

"Hi, I've been wracking my brain trying to come up with something clever and witty to say to you but frankly I'm drawing a blank. Since I couldn't come up with something funny to say I just thought I'd be honest. You , librarian lady, are really pretty and I would love the chance to get to know you better sometime. Can i take you out for a drink?" btw, I'm (whatever your name is, let's say Chad). btw, I'm Chad.

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By the Gods, that's brilliant and clever!

lol, thanks. Not to sound like a conceited prick (though I kinda am) I am VERY good at picking up the ladies. When we go to the bar my buddies just stand in a group and wait for me to come back with a batch of females.

If you need advise pm me. I charge 50 cents per pick up scenario. if you get laid, it's 10$. I'm relying on the honour system.

 

[dwightsteel]

Peep the left ring finger and make sure she's not married or engaged.

If you're just aiming for an introduction, and not the standard pick-up route, then the next time you're dropping off a book, ask her for a suggestion on reading material. You're admittedly a shy guy, so what you'll most definitely have to work on is eye contact. If you already have good luck with women, then the rest is cake. Don't make it a big deal, and don't do anything that isn't you. A lot of people will try and give you tips that are a) out of your comfort zone or b) just isn't part of who you are, and people in general are pretty good at telling when you're being fake with them. Seeing as you're not trying to straight up pick this girl up, you have no reason to get creative or do anything out of the ordinary. You're just looking for the introduction.

Remember, you don't know her, meaning whatever happens, you have no reason to worry about the outcome. If you're playing the friendship card (which seems to work for a lot of dudes), then don't complicate things with something complicated. She's a librarian, which means books are an EASY in for talking to a girl you like.

 

[Rascarin]

Adopt a kitten and take it into the library with you. Instant icebreaker.

Finding out her name might be a good idea, too.

 

[AdmiralWolverineLightningbolt]

find a girl who's not a librarian?
or is that not an option? i just find librarians to be very high maintenance and always busy

but if you must go for her, when you check your book back in, leave a poem about her in it (just dont make it creepy) - her icy heart will melt straight away and she'll fall for you

then you just play it cool as if you forgot you left the poem in there

Date alot of librarians do you ?

nah, not worth it

besides, i was just offering another angle since everyone else has been saying pretty much the same thing

 

[teutonicman]

1)Introduce yourself.
2)Compliment her smile, hair, or whatever.
3)Ask her on a date.

 

[Croaker42]

1. When you bring your books back, mention that you're stuck tyring to decide on something new to read and ask if she can recommend something.

2. Check out 1 or more of her recommendations.

3. Actually READ them.

4. When you bring them back, thank her for the suggestions, strike up conversation about the books.

4a. If she seems comfortable ask her out for coffee to talk about them more.

4b. If she still hasn't warmed up, repeat from step 1.

5. ???

6. Profit


You can't just go in pecker first and expect to get anywhere. If you're truly interested in her, you're gonna have to work for it.

Thats a good plan.
Also use the time during step one and two (while your looking for writing material) as a kind of fact finding session.
Things you may want to look for might consist of any hints of common likes or dislikes and clues as to weather she is taken. If this girl is as attractive as you say she is, im sure that some competition is present. This would be a good time to see how she reacts to other potentials.
I think this will help you narrow down your plan of action.

 

[Hitman 43]

Go up and say, "Sooo, you like....books?"

Have you ever tried that on a librarian?

 

[EeveeElectro]

Must resist librarian jokes off Sickipedia XD
Friendship is always the first floor. Good luck!

 

[dwightsteel]

So, fellow Escapists, I come to you for advice. What should a shy guy do to try and break the ice? Anyone been in a similar situation before?

Realize that there is a good chance she is hit on frequently and doesn't like having it happen.

Talk to a girl who gets hit on frequently about this. Most of the girls I've talked to about this say that it's not so much about the frequency, but about who does the asking.

 

[Phase_9]

Ask her for recommendations on books. When you bring them back, discuss them with her. Then try to find out her other hobbies. If you just stick with books, you'll just be a library patron, but remember to take it slow.