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Library views, news, and book reviews from LJ staffers
Learn more about why it was chosen and see what else is happening in the book world: sbee.link/egrdk8yu3x
February 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Learn more about why it was chosen and see what else is happening in the book world: sbee.link/egrdk8yu3x
Explore the complete longlist as well as other shortlists and recent top-selling self-published titles: sbee.link/8jknetyuxv
February 3, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Explore the complete longlist as well as other shortlists and recent top-selling self-published titles: sbee.link/8jknetyuxv
Discover other big titles publishing this week: sbee.link/w7agnbq6me
February 2, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Discover other big titles publishing this week: sbee.link/w7agnbq6me
In this episode, we consider the nature, joy and despair and the challenges and opportunities that we deal with every day in the digital age. 🎧 Listen now: sbee.link/dmkxtqe7rh
January 30, 2026 at 2:30 PM
In this episode, we consider the nature, joy and despair and the challenges and opportunities that we deal with every day in the digital age. 🎧 Listen now: sbee.link/dmkxtqe7rh
Check out these titles inspired by beloved films: sbee.link/9pqem7xg4u
January 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Check out these titles inspired by beloved films: sbee.link/9pqem7xg4u
As ICE raids continue in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN (MSP), the school day is anything but normal. Read more about how school librarians are supporting students and peers: sbee.link/mbrkwdv39y
January 28, 2026 at 10:00 PM
As ICE raids continue in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN (MSP), the school day is anything but normal. Read more about how school librarians are supporting students and peers: sbee.link/mbrkwdv39y
Kylie Lee Baker is a bestselling author of young adult and adult novels who has a B.A. in creative writing and Spanish and an M.S. in library and information science. Read our conversation here: sbee.link/9btyjwkmdh
January 26, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Kylie Lee Baker is a bestselling author of young adult and adult novels who has a B.A. in creative writing and Spanish and an M.S. in library and information science. Read our conversation here: sbee.link/9btyjwkmdh
Find read-alikes for this anticipated title: sbee.link/bnumpqa6vk
January 23, 2026 at 8:26 PM
Find read-alikes for this anticipated title: sbee.link/bnumpqa6vk
Discover other book award winners and finalists: sbee.link/p7feauxwr3
January 21, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Discover other book award winners and finalists: sbee.link/p7feauxwr3
This is just one of several big books this week! Discover them here: sbee.link/b7ge9uhvck
January 20, 2026 at 7:35 PM
This is just one of several big books this week! Discover them here: sbee.link/b7ge9uhvck
Browse the finalists and learn more about new title bestsellers: sbee.link/v8nmgqk7dh
January 15, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Browse the finalists and learn more about new title bestsellers: sbee.link/v8nmgqk7dh
Find information about other book awards and new book reviews: sbee.link/mhwq7uxbp8
January 14, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Find information about other book awards and new book reviews: sbee.link/mhwq7uxbp8
January's starred reviews include so many titles that won't disappoint! ⭐ Browse them here: sbee.link/xcwdatv9rg
January 14, 2026 at 3:06 PM
January's starred reviews include so many titles that won't disappoint! ⭐ Browse them here: sbee.link/xcwdatv9rg
Our 24th round of Movers & Shakers will profile up-and-coming individuals from around the world who are innovative, creative, making a difference fighting against censorship, and helping improve their workplace. Nomination deadline: October 17, 2025. sbee.link/4dga7kvu6r
October 9, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Our 24th round of Movers & Shakers will profile up-and-coming individuals from around the world who are innovative, creative, making a difference fighting against censorship, and helping improve their workplace. Nomination deadline: October 17, 2025. sbee.link/4dga7kvu6r
Your voice belongs in this conversation. At the Directors’ Summit, connect with peers, learn how other directors are tackling tough challenges, & collaborate on ideas that will move libraries forward. 📲 https://sbee.link/vaf9n7d8kr
September 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Your voice belongs in this conversation. At the Directors’ Summit, connect with peers, learn how other directors are tackling tough challenges, & collaborate on ideas that will move libraries forward. 📲 https://sbee.link/vaf9n7d8kr
Strengthen your skills this fall. 🍂 Now through September 30, use code FALL25 to get $25 off on-demand courses. Enroll your team for even bigger discounts, and equip everyone with the tools to succeed. course.libraryjournal.com/c...
September 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Strengthen your skills this fall. 🍂 Now through September 30, use code FALL25 to get $25 off on-demand courses. Enroll your team for even bigger discounts, and equip everyone with the tools to succeed. course.libraryjournal.com/c...
If you're coming from out of town, 𝑀𝑖𝑑𝑤𝑒𝑠𝑡 𝐿𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑔 has put together a great list of St. Louis restaurants that's perfect for visitors. Find it here: sbee.link/t7hxruq694 📱
It's not too late to register: sbee.link/u4dmc7jn9g
It's not too late to register: sbee.link/u4dmc7jn9g
September 10, 2025 at 11:30 AM
If you're coming from out of town, 𝑀𝑖𝑑𝑤𝑒𝑠𝑡 𝐿𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑔 has put together a great list of St. Louis restaurants that's perfect for visitors. Find it here: sbee.link/t7hxruq694 📱
It's not too late to register: sbee.link/u4dmc7jn9g
It's not too late to register: sbee.link/u4dmc7jn9g
Head into the weekend with the latest on the Library of Congress www.libraryjournal.com/story/leader... and IMLS www.libraryjournal.com/story/imls-s...
May 23, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Head into the weekend with the latest on the Library of Congress www.libraryjournal.com/story/leader... and IMLS www.libraryjournal.com/story/imls-s...
The library community reacts to the firing of Librarian of Congress and more: www.libraryjournal.com/story/librar...
Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden Is Fired
President Donald Trump has fired Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden. In a two-sentence email obtained by the Associated Press, sent on the evening of Thursday, May 8, Deputy Director of Presidenti...
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May 12, 2025 at 9:06 PM
The library community reacts to the firing of Librarian of Congress and more: www.libraryjournal.com/story/librar...
We're proud to announce LJ's 2025 class of Movers & Shakers! Read all about their incredible work supporting learners, advancing communities, and nurturing readers. #LJMovers2025 www.libraryjournal.com/page/movers-...
Movers & Shakers 2025
A lot has happened in the library world since LJ opened up Movers nominations last fall, and the landscape looks decidedly different. But just as pandemic challenges drove new, creative processes, we ...
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May 7, 2025 at 4:55 PM
We're proud to announce LJ's 2025 class of Movers & Shakers! Read all about their incredible work supporting learners, advancing communities, and nurturing readers. #LJMovers2025 www.libraryjournal.com/page/movers-...
A multi-state coalition files lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop the elimination of IMLS.
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Lawsuit Filed Over Cuts to IMLS, Federal Agencies
On Friday, April 4 attorneys general from 20 states filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration to stop the elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) as well as the Minor...
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April 4, 2025 at 9:31 PM
A multi-state coalition files lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop the elimination of IMLS.
www.libraryjournal.com/story/twenty...
www.libraryjournal.com/story/twenty...
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Report: "#IMLS Staff Placed on Administrative Leave" www.infodocket.com/2025/03/31/r... #libraries #museums #libraries #museums
March 31, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Report: "#IMLS Staff Placed on Administrative Leave" www.infodocket.com/2025/03/31/r... #libraries #museums #libraries #museums
This weekend brought most unwelcome news about the future of IMLS. What do libraries and library advocates need to know now? www.libraryjournal.com/story/what-h...
What Happens to Libraries if IMLS Goes Away?
On Friday night, March 14, President Trump issued an Executive Order that called for the elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and six other agencies. In FY24, the IMLS bu...
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March 17, 2025 at 5:12 PM
This weekend brought most unwelcome news about the future of IMLS. What do libraries and library advocates need to know now? www.libraryjournal.com/story/what-h...
Shout out to @datarescueproject.org for capturing the info on the IMLS site.
We thought maybe the IMLS would be overlooked but because it’s so critical for libraries we went ahead and archived all of the data we could find with the help of @everylibrary.bsky.social But of course IMLS and now #libraries are now under attack. www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
Continuing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose.
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March 16, 2025 at 4:12 AM
Shout out to @datarescueproject.org for capturing the info on the IMLS site.
Eliminating the IMLS will hurt libraries that rely on federal funding to operate and slash statewide services like workforce training that libraries offer to their communities.
President Trump's executive order to eliminate the Institute of Museum & Library Services would have disastrous effects for communities nationwide. We call on all Americans who value reading & learning to reach out to their elected leaders.
Read ALA's full response: www.ala.org/news/2025/03...
Read ALA's full response: www.ala.org/news/2025/03...
March 16, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Eliminating the IMLS will hurt libraries that rely on federal funding to operate and slash statewide services like workforce training that libraries offer to their communities.