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  • Baby’s First Banned Book at #alsc26
  • ALSC Conference 2026 – Here We Go!
  • Libraries: Get Funding and Support to Build Teen Intellectual Freedom Advocates Through Books Unbanned

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alsc.ala.org /2 weeks ago

Baby’s First Banned Book at #alsc26

Visiting the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library’s Central Library was an #alsc26 highlight. There were mocktails. There were sweet treats! There were opportunities to tour—an...

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alsc.ala.org /2 weeks ago

ALSC Conference 2026 – Here We Go!

Not to be hyperbolic in any way, but this year’s National Institute might be the most important ALSC Conference in years. This is the first time that YALSA and ALSC members will be...

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bookriot.com /1 week ago

Libraries: Get Funding and Support to Build Teen Intellectual Freedom Advocates Through Books Unbanned

Books Unbanned is offering libraries nationwide the chance to be part of their Teen Library Advocacy Network, including $2500 in funding.

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silentbook.club /1 month ago

The Libraries That Took Over Our Stories (and Our Hearts)

All July long, we handed our Instagram Stories over to six incredible library chapters from around the world for our very first Library Summer Campaign, and they absolutely blew us...

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omanobserver.om /2 weeks ago

Shaikh Muhsin al Abri Library wins digital award

MUSCAT, OCT 8The Shaikh Muhsin bin Zahran al Abri Private Library won first place in the fifth Excellence Competition for Private Libraries and Cultural Centres, titled this year t...

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alsc.ala.org /1 month ago

Celebrating the 140th Birthday of the Statue of Liberty

On October 28, 2026, America will mark a big milestone for a big lady: the 140th anniversary of the dedication of the Statue of Liberty. A shining beacon of freedom, independence a...

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alsc.ala.org /1 week ago

October is AAC Awareness Month

AAC stands for Alternative and Augmentative Communication. AAC can be any type of system, device, or tool that helps someone communicate. It can be low tech, like picture cards or...

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bookriot.com /1 month ago

Cats and Owls and Axolotls, Oh My!: The Best Library and Bookstore Pets

I used to work at a library that changed up the theme in the children's department every year, and for the first few years, the themes involved animals.

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bookriot.com /2 days ago

рџ“љ Libraries are on the ballot

How to be an informed voter for libraries and books

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alsc.ala.org /3 weeks ago

2027 Pura Belpré Award – A Call for Title Suggestions

My name is Dr. Emily Aguiló-Pérez, and I am the proud chair of the 2027 Pura Belpré Award Committee. Our committee is now accepting suggestions for the 2027 Pura Belpré Award, and...

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kxan.com /1 month ago

City council to consider 'Book Safe Harbor' designation for Austin Public Library

It comes a week after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick held a press conference calling for the removal of certain books from public schools.

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alsc.ala.org /2 weeks ago

What It’s Like to Be a Special Guest at Buffalo’s Central Library

It was about 5:30 p.m., and I was walking down Main Street from the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, heading toward the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library’s Central Library...

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alsc.ala.org /1 month ago

Making Public Libraries More Navigable for Student Readers

The school year is upon us! As the seasons shift, so do our roles as literacy guides. In a previous post, Joannie Lauria beautifully outlined how librarians become the intermediari...

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alsc.ala.org /2 weeks ago

Angie Thomas – “I’m Looking Forward To Getting Banned Again”

This year’s #alsc26 started strong with a delicious dinner and remarks from the amazing Angie Thomas, author of the frequently challenged title The Hate U Give. In conversation wit...

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alsc.ala.org /2 weeks ago

Three Resources I’m Bringing Home from ALSC Institute

One challenge I gave myself at the ALSC Institute was to find three new resources to bring back to my library; resources that could help us continue our mission at Springdale Publi...

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tech4law.co.za /1 week ago

Supporting the People Who Shape South Africa’s Information Landscape 

Libraries are essential to education, research and access to knowledge across South Africa. At the heart of every library are dedicated professionals who  connect people with trust...

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alsc.ala.org /1 week ago

Remembering Caroline Hewins, Library Services to Children Matriarch

October 10th passed like any other day for the average person, but for those in children’s library land, the day represented a special day: the birthday of Caroline Hewins ,a found...

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bookriot.com /1 month ago

The 2026 National Book Award Longlist for Young People’s Literature

Here are the 10 titles on the 2026 National Book Awards longlist for Young People's Literature.

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alsc.ala.org /2 weeks ago

A Conversation with Delali Adjoa, author of The Free Verse Society

Greetings from my first time attending #alsc26! When I found out that ALSC was hosting a one-day event dedicated to teen services, I knew that this year I needed to attend. As a te...

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raforallhorror.blogspot.com /1 month ago

#HorrorForLibrariesGiveaway: Three Anthologies for 1 Winner

Today I have 3 high interest anthologies, 1 finished copy and 2 ARCs. Details below but first, here are the rules on how to enter:You need to be affiliated with an American Library...

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bookriot.com /1 month ago

“We Need To Tell The Story”: Literary Advocates Nationwide Reflect On Five Years of Relentless Attacks on the Freedom to...

Advocates for the freedom to read across the country share their wins, challenges, and opportunities as the work enters year six.

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alsc.ala.org /2 weeks ago

Manga from the Mouth of Teens at #alsc26

I have a confession to make: I don’t read manga.  I know! As a teen librarian, this seems like a major faux pas. I do my best to read as much as I can, but there’s never enough tim...

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silentbook.club /3 weeks ago

SBC Reads Banned Books

Welcome to SBC Reads Banned Books. All month long, we’re highlighting banned titles, sharing author favorites, and giving you resources to get active in the fight against book bans...

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alsc.ala.org /4 weeks ago

Call for Suggestions: 2027 Geisel Award

The 2027 Geisel Committee welcomes ALSC membership to suggest titles for consideration for this year’s award. The Geisel Award is to be given annually to the author and illustrator...

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