In 1997, when Aquarian the Librarian was first released, the subject of Internet filtering in libraries was being hotly debated.As the creators of this comic strip, Monte Wilson and I believed then, as we still believe now, that Internet filtering, however imperfect, is necessary for the survival of libraries that offer a safe environment for children.
We both love libraries. We have spent huge hunks of our time in them. Over the years, we have both established associations and friendships with library personnel that are among our most rewarding of our lives.
Below are the five cartoons in the Aquarian the Librarian series.








