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From the Launch Announcement: Today we’re launching the Institutional Data Initiative (IDI), a research initiative at the Harvard Law School Library. IDI is dedicated to supporting our peers as they steward humanity’s knowledge and seek to provide the broadest access to it in the age of AI, just as they’ve done for so much media […]
AI Google’s New Project Astra Could Be Generative AI’s Killer App (via Tech Review) & Google Reveals Gemini 2, AI Agents, and a Prototype Personal Assistant (via WIRED) Interview: HarperCollins CEO Brian Murray Talks Hot Print Book Sales and AI (via PW) New From the Library of Congress: U.S. Elections Web Archive Data Resources Available […]
Joseph Earl Thomas’s God Bless You, Otis Spunkmeyer wins the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize. Poets & Writers shares its 20th annual look at debut poets. Tessa Hull’s Feeding Ghosts: A Graphic Memoir and Leela Corman’s Victory Parade top Publishers Weekly’s 2024 Graphic Novel Critics Poll. CrimeReads selects the best horror novels of 2024. Plus, new title bestsellers and interviews with Bryce Stevenson and S.E. Hinton.
From the Emerging Technology Observatory (ETO (a project of the Center for Security and Emerging Technology at Georgetown University): Today marks the official release of AGORA (AI GOvernance and Regulatory Archive), ETO’s latest tool. Previously in beta, AGORA is a living collection of AI-relevant laws, regulations, standards, and other governance documents from the United States and around the world. […]
From KELO: Library advocates are calling for more attention on South Dakota’s upcoming budget after Gov. Kristi Noem’s recommended budget included cuts to the State Library. Many librarians are concerned about the proposed cuts, with just over $1 million is set to be cut from the State Library and almost $1.4 million from federal funds. The State […]
From CTV News: A year after a cyberattack brought down systems at the Toronto Public Library (TPL) for months, the results of an investigation into the breach show that thousands of cardholders, donors, and unsuccessful job candidates may have also been affected. In a news release issued Monday, the TPL released the results of its investigation […]
What the Wife Knew by Darby Kane is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.
O’Brien’s fiction debut is a highly intriguing vision of the near future that examines the role of memory in a functional aspect, which also underscores the utility of forgetting: “Funes the Memorious” by Jorge Luis Borges meets Total Recall by Philip K. Dick, with a wry narration that balances the grim reality.
This month features a lesbian vampire tale from bestselling V.E. Schwab, a historical portal fantasy from LJ Best Book author H.G. Parry, and two fairy-tale retellings.
Philanthropic foundation Carnegie Corporation of New York on December 9 announced a new $5 million pool of grant funding available for public libraries nationwide. The new initiative—Libraries as Pillars of Education and Democracy—“will help public libraries deliver critical services that promote socioeconomic mobility, civic participation, and social belonging,” according to an announcement. The $5 million will be awarded to 10 to 15 library systems in regions serving 500,000 people or more, with each system receiving up to $500,000 in funding over 24 months.
Four iconic writers of Golden Age crime fiction—Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, Ngaio Marsh, and Margery Allingham—help DCI Lilian Wyles, the first woman detective chief inspector in the CID, solve a case.
Parmy Olson’s Supremacy: AI, ChatGPT, and the Race That Will Change the World is named Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year. Yan F Zhang’s short story “Fleeting Marrow” wins the 4thWrite Prize. The 2024 Whiting Creative Nonfiction Grant recipients are announced. Best-of-2024 lists arrive from NPR’s Maureen Corrigan, Time, Reactor,CBC, Seattle Times, BookRiot, and CrimeReads. LitHub shares the best-reviewed books of the year. Phaidon Press appoints Bob Miller as new CEO. LibraryReads and LJ offer read-alikes for top holds title What the Wife Knew by Darby Kane. Sarah J. Maas teases a new ACOTAR book, along with new audiobook recordings for spring. Plus, Clare Mulley’s The Woman Who Saved the Children will be adapted for film.
New LGBTQIA+ fiction from Joanna Lowell, Mae Marvel, Chip Pons, and Jodie Slaughter to help celebrate Pride Month, along with great beach reads from Josie Silver and Alicia Thompson.
Honorée Fanonne Jeffers makes her nonfiction debut, Sara Kehaulani Goo describes her family’s journey to keep their ancestral Hawaiian lands, and Brando Simeo Starkey writes a history of the Supreme Court’s role in sustaining white supremacy.
The article (full text) linked below was recently published by Learned Publishing. Title Intelligent Summaries: Will Artificial Intelligence Mark the Finale for Biomedical Literature Reviews? Authors Carlo Galli University of Parma Chiara Moretti University of Parma Elena Calciolari Queen Mary University of London University of Parma Source Learned Publishing https://doi.org/10.1002/leap.1648 DOI: 10.1002/leap.1648 Key Points LLM […]
From PLOS: PLOS has been awarded a $3.3million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, underscoring its commitment to pioneer a shift away from traditional publishing models. The 3-year funding package from the Gates Foundation will support PLOS’ transition towards APC-free publishing by enabling authors, funded by the foundation, to publish with PLOS without […]
The article (preprint) linked to below was recently shared on arXiv. Title Canadian Publications in Library and Information Science: A Database of Research by LIS academics and practitioners in Canada Authors Jean-Sébastien Sauvé Université de Montréal Madelaine Hare University of Ottawa Geoff Krause Dalhousie University Constance Poitras Université de Montréal Poppy Riddle Dalhousie University Philippe […]
Poet Nikki Giovanni, a star of the Black Arts Movement, has died at the age of 81. Ariel Lawhon wins the Nero award for The Frozen River. Best-of-2024 lists arrive from CrimeReads, LA Times, and Slate, while The Atlantic’s “Books Briefing” writes in defense of best-of-the-year lists. The Booker Prize judges are announced, including Sarah Jessica Parker and Roddy Doyle. The Goodreads account of the suspect in the United Healthcare CEO shooting is under scrutiny for a review of Unabomber Theodore Kaczynski's manifesto. The Golden Globes nominations features several adaptations. Actor Jeremy Renner is finishing up a memoir about his snow-plow accident and recovery. New Jersey becomes the latest state to prohibit bans on books in school and public libraries.
From the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA): The National Archives has approved $2,434,000 in awards for 30 historical records projects in 21 states, American Samoa, and the District of Columbia. The National Archives grants program is carried out with the advice and recommendations of the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC). A complete […]
The article linked below was recently published by the Journal of Medical Internet Research. Title Use of ChatGPT to Explore Gender and Geographic Disparities in Scientific Peer Review Authors Paul Sebo University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland Source Journal of Medical Internet Research DOI: 10.2196/57667 Abstract Background:In the realm of scientific research, peer review serves as […]
From AP: New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law Monday to prohibit public and school libraries from banning books in the state and to enshrine protections against civil and criminal charges for librarians who comply with the law. New Jersey becomes the latest Democrat-led state to enact a ban on book bans, joining Illinois […]
From Nature: Since the explosion in popularity of generative artificial intelligence (AI), several scholarly publishers have forged agreements with technology companies looking to use content to train the large language models (LLMs) that underlie their AI tools. A new tracker aims to catalogue what deals are being made — and by whom. “We were seeing announcements of these deals, […]
What the Wife Knew by Darby Kane leads holds this week. January’s Indie Next Preview is out, featuring #1 pick Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix. Best of 2024 lists arrive from People, Time, ElectricLit,and Vox. USA Today covers librarians’ efforts to stand up for freedom to read in a number of states, while librarian and author Amanda Jones files a new defamation suit. Caleb Azumah Nelson will adapt his novel Open Water for television. Plus, “romantasy” loses out to “brat” as Collins Dictionary’s word of the year.
From LAist: This Wednesday, Dec. 11, the Los Angeles Public Library’s Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the building’s opening, as well as the life and legacy of its namesake, Miriam Matthews. [Clip] Matthews’ accomplishments run the gamut from advocating for Negro History Week in the city – the precursor […]
From the Honolulu Star-Advertiser (via Military.com): The Hawaii State Archive is cataloging documents and records from the Pacific War Memorial Commission, chronicling how the state raised money to commemorate the Dec. 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor attack by Japan. [Clip] “We’ve always had these records, but we never really dove into them, ” said state Archivist […]
The article linked to below was recently published by DHQ (Digital Humanities Quarterly). Title Library Professionals: Instrumental in Black Digital Humanities Author Jina DuVernay Clark Atlanta University Gwinnett County Public Library Source DHQ (Digital Humanities Quarterly) Volume 18 Number 4 (2024) Abstract Librarians and archivists, particularly those whose work focuses on resources pertaining to the […]
From The Decoder: Ana Navarro-Cardenas claimed on X that President Woodrow Wilson pardoned his brother-in-law Hunter deButts—a person who, according to Lopatto, never existed. Navarro-Cardenas is known as a commentator on CNN and The View. Esquire and other media outlets spreaded similar misinformation, stating that George H.W. Bush pardoned his son Neil and Jimmy Carter […]
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a slow-burn small-town rom-com with a Runaway Bride vibe. Recommended for fans of Olivia Dade, Lynn Painter, and Simone Soltani.
For fans of New England family dramas like those by Ann Patchett and Ethan Joella, and listeners looking for a mystery with a summer setting and plot depth.
This sardonic Southern mystery about an amateur cold-case investigation is an optional purchase for most libraries. May appeal to fans of Delia Owens and William Kent Krueger.
Some fans of Haig’s The Midnight Library may be perplexed at the fantastical turns in his new novel, but others will find this gracefully narrated audio a balm. Expect many holds and consider purchasing multiple copies.
While Quinn’s tale is an excellent thriller-mystery on an unusual subject with only minor writing issues, the narration lacks the feel of the characters and their experiences and falls flat.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a fun, fast-paced Victorian take on 10 Things I Hate About You (and thereby The Taming of the Shrew). Recommended for fans of Julia Quinn, Evie Dunmore, and Elizabeth Everett.
Will appeal to listeners seeking a bittersweet coming-of-age literary novel about love and loss on 1970s Long Island. Recommended for fans of Edward Delaney, Alice McDermott, and Russell Banks.
Fans of quirky suburban comedy like Christopher Moore’s work or those who’ve been on vacations from hell may find themselves laughing at and commiserating with the Somersets’ plight.
Though it’s a fascinating look at U.S. history, Olsson’s book will (unfortunately) mostly be of interest to those who love the Red Dead games. Still, it will make a great way to promote a library’s history section to an audience who might otherwise ignore it.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking thorough, thought-provoking science writing about eclectic Victorian-era paleontologists. Recommended for fans of richly detailed natural-history nonfiction, such as Roy Plotnick’s Explorers of Deep Time.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a gritty domestic fiction with an intricate, atmospheric plot. Recommended for fans of William Kent Krueger, Jennifer Herrera, and Kelly J. Ford.
Cordery’s well-researched biography, illustrating how Arden’s strategies continue to shape the beauty industry, is highly recommended for aspiring business leaders or anyone interested in cosmetics and fashion.
Despite some audio imperfections, this debut memoir delights, offering a compelling story about science and passion, as well as fabulous information about sharks.
Thomas’s layered novel explores complicated themes such as race, gender, and class, even as it offers a heartwarming look at finding love, friendship, and family in unexpected places. For fans of Rachel Eliza Griffiths’s Promise.
This entertaining cozy has many appeal points, including animals, small-town life, and a bit of magic. Listeners will be enchanted and excited for the next installation in Fox’s promising series.
A surprisingly interesting take on a subject matter that has been examined many times before. The audio’s ability to add so much more experience of the subject matter makes listening to the book a much better experience than reading it. This excellent addition is a fun lecture that changes the way listeners will look at (and hear) animals.
This is a valuable work in print; nonetheless, the audio edition offers an engaging experience for listeners interested in LGBTQIA+ studies and literature.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a thoroughly researched, thought-provoking collection of true crime that highlights this country’s need for criminal justice reform. Recommended for fans of Barred by Daniel S. Medwed.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking an immersive, impassioned nonfiction work about the miscarriages of justice and one man’s mission to help. Recommended for fans of Framed by John Grisham and Jim McCloskey.
Listeners who enjoy immersing themselves in richly described fantastical worlds will devour this. Share with fans of Ann Leckie’s The Raven Tower or Erika Johansen’s The Queen of the Tearling.
A much-needed and welcome addition to contemporary romance library collections, which have had a decided lack of Indigenous-authored stories until now.
Patterson and Lupica’s tense series second delivers, with plenty of fast-paced action, well-rounded characters, and a twisty murder case. Series fans will be pleased.
Though this is the first in a series, its characters are so unlikable that listeners might not clamor for more. A supplementary purchase for libraries looking for a new mystery series with a bit of a twist.