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It Only Takes Two Minutes to Help Build America’s Libraries

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Libraries have always been cornerstones of their communities, and during the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, they’ve transformed their services to connect people with the resources they need while maintaining social distancing. But while libraries are among our nation’s important institutions, many are woefully underfunded. New federal legislation would help fix that, providing much-needed upgrades to library …

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Book covers: Dessert Person, In Bibi's Kitchen, Dinner in French, Vegetable Kingdom, Taste of Tucson, Chaat, 100 Cookies, The Honeysuckle Cookbook

12 Must-Read Cookbooks Recommended by Librarians

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Looking to mix things up in the kitchen? Each year, members of the American Library Association’s Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) name the most essential cookbooks for public libraries, and this year’s list features a diverse mix for newbie chefs and experienced cooks alike. RUSA’s 2021 list includes recent books spotlighting cuisine from around …

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People Share How Their Libraries Have Adapted to COVID

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The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic has caused many libraries to close their doors to the public, but their staff have still been hard at work keeping their communities connected while social distancing. We asked I Love Libraries readers and the American Library Association’s social media followers to share how their libraries have adapted to these challenging …

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These Baby Yoda Tees Are Perfect for Book Lovers

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Last fall, the American Library Association (ALA) debuted a new READ® poster featuring The Mandalorian breakout character The Child, also known as Baby Yoda and Grogu; the first run of the poster sold out almost immediately. Thanks to a collaboration between ALA and Out of Print, the instantly-iconic design is now available as a t-shirt. The tee makes a perfect …

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Book covers: Punching the Air, You Should See Me in a Crown, Be Not Far From Me, Snapdragon, Heartstopper, Long Way Down

These Librarian-Recommended YA Books Have Something for Everyone

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There’s a book out there for everybody—even people who don’t typically enjoy reading. Teens of all interests and reading levels can find something to enjoy from the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA)’s the 2021 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers list. Librarians from YALSA curated 64 recent books based on their appeal to non-avid …

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Alyson Hannigan Shares the Magic of Libraries

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Alyson Hannigan—iconic star of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, How I Met Your Mother, and American Pie—is spreading the library love in a new PSA video. Hannigan’s latest project is Disney+ original movie Flora & Ulysses, which is based on a John Newbery Medal-winning children’s book by Kate DiCamillo. “You can find [DiCamillo’s book] for free at your local library, along …

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Book covers: I Am Jazz, My Rainbow, When Aidan Became a Brother

Join Educators in Supporting Transgender and Nonbinary Youth

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Later this month, readers across the country will join the annual Jazz & Friends National Day of School & Community Readings, a literary celebration of transgender and nonbinary youth. On Thursday, February 25, libraries, schools, and households will participate in readings of three children’s books about gender identity: I Am Jazz by Jessica Herthel and Jazz Jennings, My Rainbow by …

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Book covers: Ace, A History of My Brief Body, Real Life, The Prettiest Star, Here for It, What's Your Pronoun

Librarians Name Their Top LGBTQIA+ Books of the Year

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Each year, members of the American Library Association’s Rainbow Round Table compile the Over the Rainbow Book List, a selection of excellent recent titles focused on LGBTQIA+ stories. This year’s list is out now, featuring 48 exceptional nonfiction and fiction books for adult readers. The Over the Rainbow committee’s picks include a diverse array of …

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