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From the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA): What do programmes aimed at supporting leadership in the library field have in common, and where do they differ? A new report commissioned by IFLA from the Arab Federation of Libraries and Information finds out what we can learn, and helps inform future programme development. […]
Ed. Note: For background on what’s shared below make sure to see our coverage of the launch of Open Scholar on November 19, 2024. Ai2 (Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence) is the provider of Semantic Scholar. From Ai2: Literature review takes up a lot of time for researchers. While emerging AI tools can help get […]
From KUER: There are already certain things Utah schools prohibit students from bringing to campus — like certain electronics, vaping devices or rollerblades. Now, according to updated guidance from the Utah State Board of Education, banned books [14 titles on the list in Utah] have been added to that list. This change was not due to […]
From Nature: It’s well known that all kinds of generative AI, including the large language models (LLMs) behind AI chatbots, make things up. This is both a strength and a weakness. It’s the reason for their celebrated inventive capacity, but it also means they sometimes blur truth and fiction, inserting incorrect details into apparently factual sentences. […]
From Copim: The Copim Open Book Futures project recently hosted an online workshop on 27 Nov 2024, looking into the interconnected worlds of metadata, archiving, and accessibility. This collaborative event brought together a diverse array of publishers including small, scholar-led, and university and library presses from the UK, Germany, Austria, Hungary, the Netherlands, and the […]
EveryLibrary Statement on Rescinding E.O. 14084 (Promoting the Arts, the Humanities, and Museum and Library Services) National Coalition Against Censorship NCAC Statement on President Trump’s Executive Order “Restoring Freedom of Speech and Ending Federal Censorship” Publishing The British Academy Selects Liverpool University Press As New Publishing Partner European Diamond Capacity Hub Launched to Strengthen Diamond […]
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros leads holds this week. People’s book of the week is Mothers and Sons by Adam Haslett. The Novel Prize shortlist is announced. Elizabeth Gilbert and Rebecca Ross announce forthcoming fall titles. Plus, this week’s new releases.
Welcome to our first AI Watch column! The three of us talk monthly in the Libraries Lead Podcast (available at librarieslead.libraryjournal.com), and now we share content from that segment of the podcast in digital and print form through Library Journal.
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“Self-help had a bad rap in the past,” says Olivia Peitsch, marketing manager at Baker Publishing Group. “But a new generation is coming into the reading space, and self-help is becoming more widely accepted. It isn’t considered gimmicky anymore; it’s bravery.”
The article linked below was published today by Nature Human Behaviour. Title Trust in Scientists and Their Role in Society Across 68 Countries Authors Viktoria Cologna, et al. Harvard University University of Zurich ETH Zurich Source Nature Human Behaviour (2025) DOI: 10.1038/s41562-024-02090-5 Abstract Science is crucial for evidence-based decision-making. Public trust in scientists can help […]
The article linked below was recently published by Healthcare. Title Do Academic Libraries Contribute to Students’ and Communities’ Wellbeing?: A Scoping Review Authors Shivani Suresh Western Sydney University David Lim Western Sydney University University of Technology Sydney Kanchana Ekanayake University of Sydney Amit Arora Western Sydney University The Children’s Hospital at Westmead Clinical School, Faculty […]
From ProPublica: Private schools in the United States are, on the whole, whiter than public schools, with fewer Black, Hispanic or Latino students. This may not be a surprising statistic because private schools can often be expensive and exclusionary, but it’s not a simple one to pin down. There is no central list of private […]
From Cornell Chronicle: Claire Deng ’22 was doing a survey of archival papers last summer at a library in the ILR School when she came across something unexpected. As the collections survey assistant at the Kheel Center for Labor-Management Documentation and Archives, she had been combing through thousands of boxes of archives since 2023 to evaluate […]
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From a UMass Amherst Announcement: Curtis Brundy has been named of University Libraries, effective April 1. Brundy is currently Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Communications and Collections at Iowa State University. From a Letter to the UMass Community: Curtis comes to UMass Amherst from Iowa State University (ISU), where he has been serving for the […]
From a USRN E-Mail: The U.S. Repository Network (USRN), a joint initiative of SPARC and the Confederation of Open Access Repositories (COAR), just wrapped up its 12-month Discovery Pilot Project to evaluate and improve repository practices at 23 public and private institutions. The project revealed that 15 of the 23 institutions had OAI-PMH harvesting that […]
The article linked below was recently published by Sage Open. Title Scholarly Podcasting for Research Dissemination: A Scoping Review Authors Lindsay Persohn University of South Florida, Sarasota-Manatee Stephanie Branson Northern Arizona University Source Sage Open 15 (1) DOI: 10.1177/21582440241311694 Abstract The purpose of this scoping review is to understand ways in which podcasting is used […]
California Orange Cuts Library Branch Hours in Latest Cost-Cutting Measure (via OC Register) Georgia Cobb County Schools Bans 2 More Books, Including Kidnapping Victim’s Memoir (via WSB-TV) Texas San Antonio Public Library Hires Library Director From Small Pennsylvania Town (via Express News)
The Canada Reads 2025 longlist arrives. Poets & Writers publishes its 20th annual look at debut poets. Longlists are announced for the Republic of Consciousness Prize, United States and Canada, which honors books published by small presses. Sustainable Marketing: The Industry’s Role in a Sustainable Future by Paul Randle & Alexis Eyre wins the Leonard L. Berry Marketing Book Award. Harlequin is eliminating its Canary Street Press and Graydon House imprints. Plus, Page to Screen and interviews with Neko Case, Pagan Kennedy, and Charles Baxter.
Winter holds readers in its grip, but the lure of travel plans, cozy bakes, yarn crafts, and future garden visits will buffer the chill.
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Eat Better, Sleep Better: 75 Recipes and A 28-Day Meal Plan That Unlock the Food-Sleep Connection
St-Onge and Craddock provide plenty of excellent food for thought for those looking to getter better z’s at night.
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Complete Starter Guide to Making Bread: From Buns to Baguettes, Essential Recipes for All Bakers
This will make an excellent addition to any library. Truly accessible for beginners but with information and recipes that more advanced bakers can also put to use.
Palmer’s detailed landscapes are likely to intimidate beginner artists, but the wealth of practical advice he offers should aid those who feel confident enough to try to replicate his paintings.
Climate-concerned chefs, ethical vegans or vegetarians, and anyone ready to cool down with cashew milk while steaming about the sustainability of soy will benefit from these climate-conscious culinary coups, with a climate-friendly cherry on top (in the forms of cherry nests and clafoutis aux cerises).
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The Acrylics Companion
Many of Akib’s techniques require an advanced level of artistic skill, but for experienced painters interested in trying a new medium or improving their work with acrylics, this is a comprehensive resource.
While lifestyle tips make this a rare holistic family-focused wellness book, the recipes are the proverbial icing on the vegan carrot cake or the caramel-apple cheesecake bites.
With its comprehensive examples of hatching techniques and excellent advice, artists of all levels will find something useful in this book.
A clear and comforting collection of crochet stitches that will serve as a useful guide as well as a source of inspiration.
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Oliver’s latest can find a place on the shelves of all home cooks. Perfect for all public libraries, even those without extensive cookbook collections.
A helpful volume for cooks at all levels of experience who are looking for a new recipe or who want to try a different type of pasta.
Whether sought by a long-time vegan for accessible recipes or by someone curious about beginning a plant-based eating journey, this cookbook will fly from library shelves.
Xavier’s signature salads, including salmon sushi salad, the Baddie Caesar Salad, and burrito salad, are standouts, but the meat of this book is his ability to decrease the calories in classic foods while also easing the conversation around dieting.
This easy-to-follow beginners’ guide will be an excellent addition to a library collection and great for use in creative library programs.
A great resource for readers at any level of experience in canning and preserving fruits and vegetables, this book will circulate especially well in communities with a passion for self-sustainability.
A good purchase for libraries looking to keep their minimally processed and gluten- and dairy-free cookbooks sections up-to-date.
An essential volume for bread-machine bakers, at all levels, who want to learn or expand their bread-machine baking skills.
Those who are new to crafting or were previously unaware of the strong anti-stress benefits of crafting might find this book most helpful.
A guide best for those interested in reconnecting with nature through slow, thoughtful cocktail preparations.
From the field to the farmhouse, these patterns are homey and wholesome, and they’ll be sure to delight crafters in search of harvest-themed projects.
A wonderful recommendation for quilters wanting to break with tradition and soar to new heights. This book will have special appeal to artists in other mediums who want to move into fabric art.
This title is a worthwhile purchase for cookbook readers and home chefs that are looking to blend the art and science of Indian cuisine.
Artists looking to increase the realism and emotional content of their portraiture will find plenty of food for thought in this accessible volume.
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Draw in 10 Minutes: Botanicals
In addition to helping readers to develop drawing skills, this book emphasizes the meditative practice and relaxing benefits of drawing and is a worthwhile purchase.
The simple, delicate beauty of Collins’s paintings should inspire rather than intimidate beginner artists. Detailed instructions, including techniques to use, brush sizes to choose, and colors to mix, make this an exemplary resource for new watercolor painters.
A fun volume for cocktail makers looking for something new to try or reminders to revisit an old favorite.
Sharing crewelwork designs with a focus on fresh colorways, and using threads that many stitchers are already familiar with, this book gives an updated look at the potential of traditional patterns. Popova offers practical crewel inspiration and fun ideas for contemporary embroidery.
This is a critical work that elevates African cuisine, people, and connection to the global foodways. Highly recommended for all libraries.
This book is of limited, narrow interest, best for experienced right-handed crafters interested in making women’s garments and comfortable with British terminology. If crocheters are interested in creating garments for men or children, or if they are left-handed, they will need to know how to do their own conversions. Buy only where there is demand.
Communities that enjoy crafting and mindfulness will embrace this book of projects, journaling opportunities, and simple meditative prompts.
A great entry-level instructional guide for embroiderers looking to learn new techniques that are not difficult but create a beautiful result.
An excellent choice for creative quilters of all levels who are interested in a more free-flowing style of working with fabric.
An incredibly modern-looking cookbook that includes nearly all the bento information and pictures one could ever need. Bento box makers of any experience level can use this title.
Simple instructions, practical advice, and colorful examples make this a wonderful resource for aspiring artists interested in capturing elements of the natural world.
Weber offers plentiful recipes designed to make economical use of ingredients that pack surprising amounts of nutrition and flavor into meals requiring a little forethought but relatively few specialized techniques or tools.
The preprint linked below was recently shared on arXiv. Title Towards Best Practices for Open Datasets for LLM Training Authors Stefan Baack, Stella Biderman, Kasia Odrozek, et al. Source via arXiv DOI: 10.48550/arXiv.2501.08365 Abstract Many AI companies are training their large language models (LLMs) on data without the permission of the copyright owners. The permissibility of doing […]
From an EFGAMP (European Federation of Video Game Archives, Museums and Preservation) Post: Our new member GOG has produced first time a video showcasing key milestones and efforts to preserve games in 2024. It includes insights from some of the most respected voices in the industry: • Frank Cifaldi (The Video Game History Foundation) • Andrew Borman […]
The article linked below was recently published by Scientific Data. Title On the Readiness of Scientific Data Papers for a Fair and Transparent Use in Machine Learning Authors Joan Giner-Miguelez Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) Barcelona Supercomputing Center Abel Gómez Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) Jordi Cabot Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology University of […]
DataCite Celebrating the Second Cohort of DataCite Global Access Fund Awardees! DPLA (Digital Public Library of America) Recommitting to DPLA’s Mission in a Year of Transition eLife eLife appoints Timothy Behrens as Editor-in-Chief Library of Congress How to Browse All Digitized Titles in Chronicling America Make Data Count Advancing Data Metrics in 2025! MIT Press […]
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