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Library Journal Library Journal is the most trusted and respected publication for the library community.

Built on more than a century of quality journalism and reviews, LJ provides groundbreaking features and analytical news reports covering technology, management, policy and other professional concerns to public, academic and institutional libraries. Our hefty reviews sections evaluate 8000+ reviews annually of books, ebooks, audiobooks, videos/DVDs, databases, systems and websites. Our team of libr

ary and literary experts communicate with our audience through print, digital and live content and continuously strive to stay on the cutting edge of the ever-evolving world of libraries.

Big challenges call for bold ideas and leaders ready to act.Join π˜“π˜ͺ𝘣𝘳𝘒𝘳𝘺 π˜‘π˜°π˜Άπ˜³π˜―π˜’π˜­ for the 2026 Directors’ Summit, October...
09/04/2026

Big challenges call for bold ideas and leaders ready to act.

Join π˜“π˜ͺ𝘣𝘳𝘒𝘳𝘺 π˜‘π˜°π˜Άπ˜³π˜―π˜’π˜­ for the 2026 Directors’ Summit, October 22–23 at Winter Park Library in Winter Park, FL. Connect with fellow public library directors, share solutions, and explore new approaches to the complex challenges shaping library management today.

Take time to step back, think strategically, and return energized to lead your library forward.

Register now: https://hubs.la/Q04wrh2y0

Two new books discuss Bob Dylan’s career and evolution by taking a close look at his concerts and mining new troves of m...
09/04/2026

Two new books discuss Bob Dylan’s career and evolution by taking a close look at his concerts and mining new troves of media and documents now available. Read more about them here: https://hubs.la/Q04wJL0W0

Hispanic Heritage Month marks the achievements, histories, and cultures of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Me...
09/03/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month marks the achievements, histories, and cultures of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, including people from Indigenous and Afro-Latino communities. We've curated a list of books that celebrate the diverse contributions and experiences of Hispanic and Latine people. Find all the titles here: https://hubs.la/Q04wBcL90

We're celebrating π˜“π˜ͺ𝘣𝘳𝘒𝘳𝘺 π˜‘π˜°π˜Άπ˜³π˜―π˜’π˜­'s 150th anniversary with a FREE masterclass! πŸŽ‰ Whether you shelve, serve, teach, manag...
09/03/2026

We're celebrating π˜“π˜ͺ𝘣𝘳𝘒𝘳𝘺 π˜‘π˜°π˜Άπ˜³π˜―π˜’π˜­'s 150th anniversary with a FREE masterclass! πŸŽ‰ Whether you shelve, serve, teach, manage, govern, or support, this masterclass is for you.

This is one of five one-hour conversations that will be a part of the masterclass. Register here: https://hubs.la/Q04wqWkg0

Countdown to Christmas and Hanukkah with festive love stories! Find more information about each of these novels and brow...
09/02/2026

Countdown to Christmas and Hanukkah with festive love stories! Find more information about each of these novels and browse even more titles here: https://hubs.la/Q04wj9wt0

Our Public Library Youth Services Leadership Summit brings together current and aspiring youth services innovators and p...
09/02/2026

Our Public Library Youth Services Leadership Summit brings together current and aspiring youth services innovators and public library leaders from across the country to explore cutting-edge best practices, leadership development, and the future of library service.

Grounded in the belief that leadership is a mindset available to every library professional, the Summit is designed to inspire attendees and elevate both their programming and their leadership practice. Register today: https://hubs.la/Q04tVny_0

September's issue is here, and we're still celebrating our 150th anniversary! πŸŽ‰ It includes pieces covering intellectual...
09/01/2026

September's issue is here, and we're still celebrating our 150th anniversary! πŸŽ‰ It includes pieces covering intellectual freedom, missing stories in American library history, reviews of upcoming titles, and more. Access the digitized edition on our website: https://hubs.la/Q04w3G6N0

Cover illustrated by Sabeena Karnik.

Read more from Chris Brown, who is leading one of the nation’s largest public library systems across 82 locations and ne...
08/31/2026

Read more from Chris Brown, who is leading one of the nation’s largest public library systems across 82 locations and nearly 1.9 million square feet of public space: https://hubs.la/Q04vX1pH0

We're excited to announce that Atla members are eligible for special discounts on our professional development courses! ...
08/31/2026

We're excited to announce that Atla members are eligible for special discounts on our professional development courses! πŸŽ‰ Visit the Atla website for more details: https://hubs.la/Q04vccwQ0

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