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The article linked below was recently published by Libri. Title Library Leadership in Minority Serving Institutions: Investigating the Backgrounds of MSI Library Directors Authors Brady LundUniversity of North Texas Source Libri, 2025 DOI: 10.1515/libri-2024-0114 Abstract This article reports the findings of a study of the educational backgrounds of library directors at Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) in […]
The report linked below was published by EDUCAUSE. From EDUCAUSE: The higher education community continues to grapple with questions related to using artificial intelligence (AI) in learning and work. In support of these efforts, we present the 2025 EDUCAUSE AI Landscape Study, summarizing our community’s sentiments and experiences related to strategy and leadership, policies and […]
The article linked below was recently published by the International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Education. Title Intelligent Textbooks Authors Sergey Sosnovsky Utrecht University Peter Brusilovsky University of Pittsburg Andrew Lan University of Massachusetts Source International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Education (2025) DOI: 10.1007/s40593-024-00451-9 Introduction Textbooks remain one of the main methods of instruction, […]
From CBS News: One week after President Trump fired the head of the National Archives and Records Administration, the second-in-command, the deputy archivist, has informed colleagues of his intent to retire, a source familiar with the situation confirmed to CBS News Friday. William “Jay” Bosanko served as chief operating officer for the National Archives when the FBI […]
The item linked below (snippets only) was published yesterday by the Journal of Academic Librarianship. Title Barriers to Online Library Instruction in Academic Libraries: A Qualitative Study Author Rebeca Peacock Idaho State University Source Journal of Academic Librarianship Volume 51, Issue 2, March 2025, 103021 DOI:10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103021 Abstract Online learning has greatly influenced higher education. In response many […]
From EveryLibrary Institute: The EveryLibrary Institute is collecting and analyzing polling and surveys about book bans, anti-access legislation, and the perception of libraries/librarians to help advocates quickly find and interpret results. We have compiled voter-facing polls conducted by issue advocacy groups, new media, and research institutions since our previous review of book ban polls and […]
Longlists are selected for the Reading the West Awards. Finalists are revealed for the Compton Crook Award, for best debut sci-fi, fantasy, or horror novel. Isabel Allende receives the Bodley Medal for her contributions to literature. Giada Scodellaro’s Ruins, Child wins the Novel Prize. Publishing Perspectives analyzes the longlists for the UK Carnegie Medals for children’s books and finds a trend of books about masculinity. Plus, Page to Screen and interviews with Helen Fielding, Charlamagne Tha God, and Charlotte Wood.
In July 2024, when Idaho’s House Bill 710 went into effect, libraries across the state felt its impact in large and small ways, from refining policies to removing contested titles from their shelves. The law, passed by the state legislature and signed by Gov. Brad Little, prohibits libraries and schools from allowing anyone under age 18 to access material containing “sexual content,” regardless of their age—the law makes no distinction between infants and 17-year-olds—or the books’ literary merit. In February a coalition of publishers, authors, parents, students, and the Donnelly Public Library (DPL) District filed a lawsuit challenging HB 710 on the grounds that it violates the First and 14th Amendment rights of librarians, educators, publishers, authors, parents, and students.
From the SAA Statement: The leadership of the Society of American Archivists (SAA) is alarmed by the dismissal of the Archivist of the United States on February 7, 2025. We believe the removal of AOTUS with no stated cause does harm to our nation and its people. The Society wants to reassure our colleagues across […]
From the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA): Skills are key to resilience in the face of change. They empower us to approach new situations, find how to make the best of them, and so offer the best possible service to our communities. IFLA’s Trend Report already offers a key tool for thinking in a […]
There is a lot of interest (with good reason) these days in data preservation and web archiving. Two of the many projects getting some well-deserved attention are the End of Term Web Archive and the recently announced Harvard Law School Library Innovation Lab Data.gov Archive. Another project that’s also been getting a lot of attention […]
UPDATE (Feb. 14, 2025): Statement: ALA, AASL Decry U.S. Defense Department Censorship of Schools and Libraries on Military Installations —–End—– From The Guardian: Tens of thousands of American children studying in Pentagon schools serving US military families have had all access to library books suspended for a week while officials conduct a “compliance review” under […]
Book Bans How Authors Against Book Bans Helped Defeat Attempted Library Censorship In Florida (via Lithub) Unbannable: The Impact of Book Bans on Library Patrons and How Libraries Can Push Back (via DPLA: Digital Public Library of America) Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE): COPE Position: Banned Terms in Scholarly Publications and Restrictions on Researchers’ Activities […]
Winners of the Society of Authors Translation Prize, the Albertine Translation Prize, and the Westminster Book Awards are revealed. A shortlist is announced for the Athenaeum Literary Award for books from and about Philadelphia. Authors Against Book Bans successfully prevents a book ban in a Florida school district. Plus, a reexamination of the work of Janet Malcolm, interviews with Joe Piscopo and Brigitte Giraud, and new title bestsellers.
From KFYR: Many states have experienced proposed bills that would ban certain content some deem as obscene from public libraries and school districts to protect children. North Dakota legislators heard testimony on a bill that would propose just that. Introduced on Jan. 20, Senate Bill 2307 calls for the removal of media deemed as sexually […]
The video linked and embedded below was shared today on YouTube by the British Library. Title Libraries & AI – Opportunities or Threat? (British Library Debate/Panel) Recorded at the BL on January 23, 2025. Description Chaired by writer and broadcaster Timandra Harkness this debate looked into how AI might become more present in libraries, and […]
Accessibility Library Publishing Coalition (LPC) Investigates Publishing Platform Accessibility Ebooks Report From Libraries Connected in the UK: “Cheaper Ebooks for Libraries Could ‘Revolutionise the Promotion of Reading'” ||| Media Coverage (via The Bookseller) Society For Scholarly Publishing (SSP) Statement from the SSP Board of Directors US Government National Archives — and Government Transparency — Under […]
Zooming in on titles publishing in the next several months, LJ’s Reviews editors explore the many appeals of genre fiction, especially focused on series titles (likely because they multiply the delights of character and setting). Also on our reading lists is a swath of issue-focused and expansive nonfiction, with books that draw attention to contemporary needs and offer historical context.
As the new year steams into action, the book season gets in full gear as well, greeting spring, summer, and fall with a long list of titles worth noting. From fiction that focuses on a range of contemporary concerns, to nonfiction reminding us that the past is always prologue, to poetry that summons attention, these are works to know, share, and read.
We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.
Margaret Atwood announces she will publish a memoir, The Book of Lives, in November. The Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction longlist and the Gwen Harwood Poetry Prize shortlist are announced. LibraryReads and LJ offer read-alikes for top holds title We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes. Barbara Hoffert previews a year of titles to watch for LJ. Plus, Amy Adams will star in and produce the Apple TV+ series Cape Fear, based on John D. MacDonald’s novel The Executioners.
From Reuters: A federal judge in Delaware on Tuesday said that a former competitor of Thomson Reuters was not permitted by U.S. copyright law to copy the information and technology company’s content to build a competing artificial intelligence-based legal platform. U.S. Circuit Judge Stephanos Bibas’ decision against defunct legal-research firm Ross Intelligence marks the first […]
From KUNM: While many states have considered or passed laws making it easier to remove books from libraries, others have bucked that trend. In New Mexico, some local efforts to remove books have prompted state lawmakers to try to protect librarians from that kind of pressure. At an Albuquerque public library last month, a small […]
The article (accepted for publication) was recently published by Harvard Data Science Review (HDSR). Title From Data Creator to Data Reuser: Distance Matters Authors Christine L. Borgman UCLA Paul GrothUniversity of Amsterdam Source Harvard Data Science Review (HDSR) DOI: 10.1162/99608f92.35d32cfc Abstract Sharing research data is necessary, but not sufficient, for data reuse. Open science policies […]
From the BBC: Four major artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots are inaccurately summarising news stories, according to research carried out by the BBC. The BBC gave OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Microsoft’s Copilot, Google’s Gemini and Perplexity AI content from the BBC website then asked them questions about the news. It said the resulting answers contained “significant inaccuracies” and […]
AI Prompt Engineering in Higher Education: A Systematic Review to Help Inform Curricula (via International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education) Digital Science Digital Science Announces Catalyst Grant Winners, Rewarding Innovations to Safeguard Research Integrity E-Books Update: E-Book Publishing Research Study (via Ithaka S+R) US Government Judge Orders CDC, FDA to Restore Websites Taken […]
The 10th-anniversary edition of The Nightingale by patron favorite Kristin Hannah releases next week. The attempted-murder trial of the man accused of stabbing Salman Rushdie onstage in 2022 begins. AAP, IPA, and other groups release a joint statement on AI and copyright. Macmillan CEO Jon Yaged warns about the dangers of banning books. Plus, Thomas Ray’s novella Silencer will be adapted for the big screen.
From Rutgers University: Results from a new Rutgers University–New Brunswick survey tracking public trust in artificial intelligence (AI) suggest a growing divide in how Americans engage with the technology. People with higher income and education levels are more likely to use and trust AI and have greater knowledge about the technology. The survey, part of the National AI […]
AI Defining and Implementing AI Literacy: Announcing a New Cohort Project (via Ithaka S+R) European Commission Publishes Guidelines On AI System Definition To Facilitate The First AI Act’s Rules Application Release of the Initial Anthropic Economic Index Archives Public Letter Re the Firing of the Archivist of the United States (via Free Government Information) NOTE: […]
Vanessa Miller is a bestselling, award-winning author and playwright. Her writing has been centered on themes of redemption and books about strong Black women in pivotal moments of history. Her latest novel, The Filling Station, tells the story of the horrific 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre from the perspective of two young sisters.
What is worse, these days celebrating the book might also be resented by those who owe allegiance to futuristic forms of digital reading or what one can call visual orality—the use of mixed media, rooted in TV and film technologies, to tell stories and convey information.
We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes leads holds this week. Also getting buzz are titles by Anne Tyler, Brynne Weaver, B.K. Borison, James Patterson and James O. Born, and Heather Fawcett. People’s book of the week is Memorial Days: A Memoir by Geraldine Brooks. The March Indie Next preview is out, featuring #1 pick Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy. Grove Atlantic will launch the new Atlantic Crime imprint this fall. Novelist Tom Robbins has died at the age of 92.
Title Charting Open Science Landscapes: A Systematized Review of US Academic Libraries’ Engagement in Open Research Practices Authors Kristen L. Scotti Carnegie Mellon University Libraries Chenyue Jiao University of Illinois Urbana Champaign Melanie Gainey Carnegie Mellon University Libraries Emily Bongiovanni Carnegie Mellon University Libraries Emma Slayton Carnegie Mellon University Libraries Source via OSF Preprints DOI: […]
From The Decoder: Microsoft is taking a new approach to using copyrighted books for AI training by offering payment to HarperCollins authors. The deal sheds light on how the industry values creative work in the AI era. The company has proposed a licensing agreement with publisher HarperCollins that would pay $5,000 per book for AI […]
UPDATE (2/10; 6pm EST) Federal Judge Grants Restraining Order on NIH Funding Cuts (via The Hill) Judge Blocks Trump’s $4 Billion Cuts to Biomedical Research After Lawsuit From 22 States (via Courthouse News Service) UPDATE (2/10; Noon EST) 22 States Sue to Block Trump Administration Cuts to NIH Research Payments (via STAT) News Release (Attorney […]
From USC Dornsife: A $150,000 National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grant has been awarded to a team led by Sean Fraga, assistant professor (teaching) of environmental studies and history at the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences; Curtis Fletcher, director of the Ahmanson Lab at USC Libraries; and Peter Mancall, Distinguished Professor, Andrew W. Mellon Professor of […]
From CBS News: President Trump has fired Archivist of the United States Colleen J. Shogan, the government official responsible for preserving and providing access to government records. Sergio Gor, director of the Presidential Personnel Office, announced Shogan’s dismissal Friday night. Shogan has held the job since 2023. Read the Complete Article From 404 Media: “It was an […]
From the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (Full Text): The University Libraries is altering its approach to large-scale agreements with major academic publishers, starting with Springer journals. The shift marks a significant departure from the “big deal” model that has dominated academic publishing in recent years, where libraries sign comprehensive, multi-million-dollar contracts with publishers to access […]
Penguin issues new “First Impressions” editions of Jane Austen with refreshed covers, meant to appeal to young readers, romance fans, and “the BookTok demographic.” The Waterstones Children’s Book Prize shortlist is revealed. Poets & Writers reflects on 20 years of its annual celebration of debut poets. Spotify adds audiobooks from Crooked Lane and Podium. Plus, Page to Screen and new novels from Ian McEwan and John Irving.
The second entry in Pettrey’s suspense/Christian fiction “Jeopardy Falls” series, after One Wrong Move, does not disappoint. The action keeps readers on their toes, while the characters’ deep soul searching makes for a compelling read. Fans of Patricia Bradley and Lynette Eason will enjoy.
A key addition to collections, this is more than just another tech book: it’s a guide to navigating the era of AI with awareness, and the writing encourages readers to think critically about how humans interact with the technology.
Sceptics, stargazers, and scientists will discover new ways of looking at (and toward) old stars as they venture with Regis almost to the outer edges of the galaxy.
Tidwell connects his very local story to the global consequences of climate change and covers potential technologies, such as geoengineering and tree burials, that might become part of a solution.
While some readers may find there’s too much emphasis here on conspiracy theory, Carpenter successfully offers food (or drink) for thought on how big businesses spread disinformation.
Whether they’re artists, designers, filmmakers, or musicians, readers of this book will find practical takeaways that resonate with the challenges and aspirations of the creative path. For anyone who has ever dreamed of building an innovative business or taking their existing one to new heights, this is a timeless resource.
A valuable addition to collections focused on education, sociology, and U.S. cultural studies. It is both an academic resource and a great read for general audiences interested in understanding the complexities of the private education system. Libraries aiming to provide well-rounded perspectives on education in the United States will find this title a worthy addition.
Gies has written a standout, poignant, and much-needed look into what many disabled children are forced to deal with (often against their will or consent) and the ways it affects their mental health and wellbeing for their entire lives. It’s sure to appeal to readers of the work of Alice Wong and other disability rights’ activists.
This first volume in a print edition of a popular, long-running webcomic will become a favorite for fans of Alice Oseman’s Heartstopper and Jasmine Walls’s Brooms.
While Yarros’s legion of fans will still thrill over each new development for Violet and Xaden, this entry is not as swoony as the first two books in the “Empyrean” series, and the precipitous cliffhanger ending wears thin.
What sets this book apart is Sielski’s ability to weave sports storytelling with thoughtful historical and cultural analysis. Readers are treated to iconic moments and behind-the-scenes accounts of players who revolutionized the game, and basketball enthusiasts will appreciate the detailed recounting of legendary players and plays. Those interested in U.S. history and cultural studies will find valuable insights into the expression of sport through race and culture.
YA author Baker (The Blood Orchid) writes an adult debut that frightens to the bone, deftly illustrating trauma and paranoia in aching prose and with perfectly timed grim humor. Those who enjoyed Monika Kim’s The Eyes Are the Best Part and fans of Erika T. Wurth, Gretchen Felker-Martin, and Stephen Graham Jones won’t want to miss it.
While promoted as dark humor, Younis’s debut sometimes falls short in this regard, relying instead on juvenile jokes that can undermine the seriousness of Nadia’s mission and the trauma that the ISIS brides experience.
From a Library Innovation Lab Post: Today we released our archive of data.gov on source.coop. The 16TB collection includes over 311,000 datasets harvested during 2024 and 2025, a complete archive of federal public datasets linked by data.gov. It will be updated daily as new datasets are added to data.gov. This is the first release in our new data […]
From Jason Koebler at 404 Media: Wednesday night, ABC News reported that Secretary of State Marco Rubio “has been the acting archivist” at the National Archives and Records Administration “since shortly after President Trump’s inauguration.” [Clip] 404 Media obtained notes from that all-hands meeting, in which Shogan was introduced as “the archivist of the United States” […]
