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Booklist Names Their Top Reads of 2020

Our friends at Booklist-the book review magazine of the American Library Association-have spent 2020 poring over countless titles for readers of all ages. As the year comes to a close, Booklist staff have announced nine of their favorite new reads from a variety of genres. Their annual Top of the List picks represent their most highly recommended titles …

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This Library-Themed Student Album Makes for A+ Study Music

In these times of remote learning, many college students have found themselves missing the campus spaces they once called home, including their much-loved libraries. University of California, San Diego undergraduates Donald Liang and Terry Feng have gotten creative to stay connected to their school’s Geisel Library: composing an electronic album inspired by their favorite study …

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Our Favorite Books About Libraries and Librarians

This has been a year like no other—but libraries have helped us get through it. From offering socially-distant services to bringing much-needed joy to our social media feeds, libraries and their staff have been a constant source of support for countless people. As an unprecedented year comes to a close, we’re revisiting some of our …

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Why the Rock Icons from R.E.M. Love Libraries

In a new PSA video, legendary multi-instrumentalist Mike Mills shares why he and his R.E.M. bandmates have always supported libraries. “We love literacy,” he explains in the video. “Libraries provide free access to music, movies, and books.” “Libraries provide a place for people of all backgrounds to discover their creative talents and nurture those creative abilities,” …

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R.E.M.’s Mike Mills Supports Literacy and Libraries

Mike Mills of the legendary rock band, R.E.M. wants you to know that libraries provide a place for people of all backgrounds to to discover their creative talents and nurture their creative abilities. R.E.M. has a long history of supporting libraries and literacy. Thirty years ago, they posed for the American Library Association (ALA)’s READ …

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This Ultra-Green Library Offers Hands-On Environmental Learning

Although the pandemic has temporarily stopped us from visiting new libraries in person, we can still appreciate their amazing architecture and creative amenities from afar. This fall, we’ve been geeking out over the newest branch of the Brooklyn Public Library (BPL), which is as innovative and sustainable as it is beautiful. The Greenpoint Library and …

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Shop These Holiday Gifts to Support Libraries

Searching for the perfect presents for the book lovers in your life? We’ve curated some of the coolest posters, accessories, activity books, and more for readers and librarians. The best part: the profits from all of these items support the American Library Association (ALA)’s efforts to promote equity and access to information for all. Your …

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Library Lovers Share Their Favorite Books of 2020

Great literature has been a bright spot in this challenging year, with an impressive slate of new releases offering thought-provoking perspectives, meticulously researched information, and much-needed entertainment. We asked I Love Libraries readers and the American Library Association’s social media followers to share their favorite books from 2020. Responses included fiction and non-fiction titles for kids, teens, …

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