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For this installment of our book reviews from Booklist, we have Kirsten Caldwell’s review of “The Year in Colors” by Jana Sedláčková.

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"Book Review: ‘The Year in Colors’ Kirsten Caldwell reviews Jana Sedláčková‘s The Year in Colors."
September 15, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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Congratulations to 'The Librarians' for winning an Emmy for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking!

Thank you to filmmaker Kim Snyder and the courageous librarians and advocates who shared their stories to bring awareness to the fight for the freedom to read.

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Photo of a group of librarians on the red carpet in front of a theater hosting the Emmy Awards. Text over photo reads "'The Librarians' Documentary Wins an Emmy." Photo courtesy of Amanda Jones. Logos for I Love Libraries and American Library Association
September 9, 2026 at 11:08 PM
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In this batch recommended by Booklist, kids will find comfort in the relatable—and sometimes hysterical—stories about making friends, embracing individuality, and overcoming the various challenges that come along with a new environment.

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"Booklist Reader: Back to School Back-to-school books are a must on every family’s seasonal reading list. In this batch recommended by Booklist, kids will find comfort in the relatable—and sometimes hysterical—stories about making friends, embracing individuality, and overcoming the various challenges that come along with a new environment."
September 3, 2026 at 10:58 PM
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Our latest update of book bans and challenges happening across the U.S.—and efforts to stop them— includes news from Arkansas, Utah, and Texas.

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"U.S. Book Challenges Update: August 2026 Edition This update includes news from Arkansas, Utah, and Texas. A 2023 state law restricting access to library materials in Arkansas, Utah’s first book ban of the new school year, and Texas’ lieutenant governor proposes penalties for schools that keep “vulgar” books on library shelves."
August 30, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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The FCC is considering a new proposal that raises the possibility of eliminating the E-Rate program. It’s time for library advocates like you to raise your voices and remind the agency how much our communities rely on E-Rate.

To learn how you can help, visit: https://bit.ly/4ybc6Km
"Tell the FCC to Save Our E-Rate! The Federal Communications Commission is considering a new proposal that raises the possibility of eliminating the E-Rate program. It’s time for library advocates like you to raise your voices and remind the agency how much our communities rely on E-Rate."
August 29, 2026 at 10:54 PM
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For this installment of our book reviews from Booklist, we have Connie Fletcher’s review of “Claude” by Phyllis Harris.

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"Book Review: ‘Claude’ Connie Fletcher reviews Phyllis Harris‘s Claude."
August 27, 2026 at 10:51 PM
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Rachel Reid, author of the popular 'Game Changers' books series (also known as the Heated Rivalry series), donated $300,000 to Annapolis Valley Regional Libraries in Nova Scotia after she heard five of its branches were set to permanently close next month.

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"‘Heated Rivalry’ Author Donates $300,000 to Libraries Rachel Reid, author of the popular 'Game Changers' books series, donated $300,000 to Annapolis Valley Regional Libraries in Nova Scotia after she heard five of its branches were set to permanently close. Photo: Caleb Latreille, courtesy of Harper Collins."
August 23, 2026 at 4:22 PM
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Even though school supplies are lining the shopping aisles, there is still time to soak up the last lazy days of summer vacation like the characters in these recent audiobooks for youth recommended by Booklist, ALA’s book review magazine.

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"Booklist Reader: Summer Vacation Even though school supplies are lining the shopping aisles, there is still time to soak up the last lazy days of summer vacation like the characters in these recent audiobooks for youth recommended by Booklist."
August 22, 2026 at 10:49 PM
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We’re taking a look at one of Andrew Carnegie's lasting legacies—the Carnegie library—in this story from the ALA Archives.

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"Carnegie Libraries, As Seen Through Library Postcards Take a look at one of the lasting legacies of industrialist and library philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, the ‘Carnegie library’, in this story from the ALA Archives. Photo: Postcard of Carnegie Library, Washington D.C., 1910. From the ALA Archives."
August 21, 2026 at 6:12 PM
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Christopher Nolan's adaption of "The Odyssey" is a box office success, but how has the story endured for nearly 3,000 years? Take a look at some Odyssey-related items held by the Library of Congress.

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"An Odyssey in the Stacks Christopher Nolan’s cinematic adaptation of “The Odyssey” has taken the world by storm. The Library of Congress currently holds a plethora of materials—some centuries old—related to Homer’s nearly 3,000-year-old epic poem."
August 14, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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For this installment of our book reviews from Booklist, we have Stephanie Klose’s review of “Little Kin” by Katya de Becerra.

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"Book Review: ‘Little Kin’ Stephanie Klose reviews Katya de Becerra‘s Little Kin."
August 5, 2026 at 7:10 PM
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If you’re looking to participate in summer reading and need some help creating your TBR, the American Library Association has you covered with some recommended reads.

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"We’ve Got Your Hot Summer Reads Libraries nationwide are celebrating with summer reading challenges. If you’re looking to participate and need some help creating your book list, ALA has you covered with some recommended reads."
August 3, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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Grab a drink, get comfy, and join book lovers from around the country for a conversation with five amazing authors.

Registration for the gala is free and open to all.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4pBwwsD.
"Join Your Favorite Authors for Tea and a Talk Grab a drink, get comfy, and join book lovers from around the country for a conversation with five amazing authors at a free virtual Gala Author Tea on July 30, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. CT!"
July 30, 2026 at 8:42 PM
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Our latest update of book bans and challenges happening across the U.S.—and efforts to stop them—includes news from Tennessee, Florida, and North Carolina.

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"U.S. Book Challenges Update: June 2026 Edition This update includes news from Tennessee, Florida, and North Carolina, as well as a look at U.S. House and Senate legislation that could nationalize book bans."
July 28, 2026 at 5:55 PM
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For this installment of our book reviews from Booklist, we have Susan Maguire’s review of “Breaking Barriers: A Librarian’s Story of Changing Times” by former ALA Executive Director Robert Wedgeworth.

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"Book Review: ‘Breaking Barriers’ Susan Maguire reviews Robert Wedgeworth‘s Breaking Barriers: A Librarian’s Story of Changing Times."
July 18, 2026 at 11:46 PM
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These novels recommended by @ala-booklist.bsky.social capture the humor, heartbreak, madness, and even terror that encapsulate the modern workplace.

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"Booklist Reader: Workplace Woes ALA’s Booklist has selected a wide assortment of novels that capture the humor, heartbreak, madness, and even terror that encapsulate the modern workplace."
July 15, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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🎊 Cheers to our amazing I Love My Librarian Award 2026 Honorees. Thank you for the impact you make every day! #ALAAC26
Photo of nine of the ten I Love My Librarian Award Honorees, pictured with Past ALA President Cindy Hohl.
June 27, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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“I’ve only seen this many librarians in my dreams!” Read more about the Opening General Session in American Libraries magazine. https://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/tag/alaac26/ #ALAAC26
June 27, 2026 at 3:55 PM
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Have you ever wanted to own an iconic American Library Association READ® poster? Now’s your chance! But don't wait - bidding is open through July 10.

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Collage of several READ posters featuring the Muppets, Taylor Swift, Yoda, Oprah, LeVar Burton, Bette Middler, Garfield the Cat, David Bowie, and Shaquille O'Neal. Text over images reads "Historic ALA READ posters up for auction". Logos for I Love Libraries and American Library Association
June 24, 2026 at 11:53 PM
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With help from a grant from the American Library Association, a Montana library made major renovations to make their building fully ADA compliant.

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"Montana Library Builds a More Accessible, Welcoming Community The North Lake County Public Library has made efforts to make their library fully ADA compliant with help from a grant from the American Library Association."
June 24, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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🌈📖 One more great reason to join us! Actor, writer, and literacy advocate LeVar Burton is headed to #ALAAC26 as the United for Libraries President's Program Featured Speaker!

He will share insights on his new memoir, "Take My Word For It."

Register Now with advance rates! https://bit.ly/4qJALBq
Image: Photo of United for Libraries President’s Program Featured Speaker LeVar Burton Book Cover Image: Take My Word For It Photo Credit: Courtesy of Sage East Register Today and SAVE with advance rates! ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition June 25-29, 2026 Chicago FOR OUR LIBRARIES. FOR 150 YEARS MORE. American Library Association | ALAAnnual.org
June 16, 2026 at 10:28 PM
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Some detectives seem to have a divine calling to solve mysteries. Join ALA’s Booklist as they highlight a wide assortment of excellent mystery books built around religious themes set in interesting places and times.

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"Booklist Reader: Holy Whodunits! ALA’s Booklist has selected a wide assortment of excellent mystery books built around religious themes set in interesting places and times."
June 12, 2026 at 8:47 PM
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The American Library Association is raising $60 million for its 150th anniversary, the most ambitious philanthropic initiative in its history.

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"ALA Is Turning 150 this Year. It’s Raising Millions of Dollars for Libraries to Celebrate"
June 12, 2026 at 12:14 AM
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For this installment of our book reviews from Booklist, we have Alan Moores’ review of “So Young, So Great: Bob Feller Electrifies Baseball and America” by Jim Ingraham.

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"Book Review: ‘So Young, So Great’ Alan Moores reviews Jim Ingraham‘s So Young, So Great: Bob Feller Electrifies Baseball and America."
June 3, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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Our latest update of book bans and challenges happening across the U.S.—and efforts to stop them—includes news from Tennessee, Arizona, and Texas.

Read more at https://bit.ly/4efG7Bn
"U.S. Book Challenges Update: May 2026 Edition This update includes news from Tennessee, Arizona, and Texas, and a passionate reaction to book bans from a Today show cohost."
June 2, 2026 at 10:58 PM