ALA Editions | Neal-SchumanMay 13

Now shipping! Presenting a systematic philosophical framework for thinking critically about knowledge, information, and one’s own quest for what matters in life, this book serves as a fun and irreverent guide for sound-decision making in action. https://alastore.ala.org/thnkcrit

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ALA Editions | Neal-SchumanApr 24

When you give to ALA's 150th Anniversary Campaign during #NationalLibraryWeek between now and 4/25, your donation will be matched 2:1, thanks to a matching gift challenge from the Steve and Loree Potash Family Foundation. Your $15 becomes $45 this week only! https://give.ala.org/campaign/763273/donate?c_src=web&c_src2=150th

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Donate to ALA 150th Campaign

Support our cause by donating to ALA 150th Campaign *MOCK*.

watercress words by Dr AlethaApr 22

How Books Traveling to People Promotes Reading

Books are valuable and popular in an increasingly digital world. National Bookmobile Day and Operation Paperback promote reading accessibility. Bookmobiles serve communities lacking libraries, while Operation Paperback delivers books to military personnel. Both initiatives celebrate reading's role in personal growth and community support.

https://watercresswords.com/2026/04/22/books-travel-promote-reading/

IndieAuthors.Social NewsApr 20

American Library Association Shares Book Ban Data, List of ‘Most Challenged’ Titles of 2025

U.S. librarians tracked 4,235 unique book challenges in 2025, nearly matching the record of 4,240 recorded in 2023, and almost double last year's count.
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https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/04/american-library-association-shares-book-ban-data-list-of-most-challenged-titles-of-2025/

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American Library Association Shares Book Ban Data, List of ‘Most Challenged’ Titles of 2025 - Publishing Perspectives

U.S. librarians tracked 4,235 unique book challenges in 2025, nearly matching the record of 4,240 recorded in 2023, and almost double last year's count.

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ALA Editions | Neal-SchumanMar 31

Look for the ALA Store at #PLA2026 ... Booth 1611! Apparel, bookmarks, posters, totes, and gift and professional development books galore. https://www.placonference.org/

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PLA 2026 Conference | public library conference

Largest public library event in the world, where thousands of public library workers, advocates, and vendors come together for an unparalleled opportunity to learn, connect, and be seen. Over 100 educational sessions, awe-inspiring speakers, bestselling authors, networking opportunities, and an exhibits hall with vendors offering the best library products and solutions. Whether you’re a seasoned library professional or new to the field, there is something for everyone at PLA 2026 Conference!

PLA 2026 Conference
ALA Editions | Neal-SchumanMar 23

Registration is open for our free webinar on Thursday, April 16, "Using Artificial Intelligence to Elevate and Secure a Human Workforce." Wherever you stand on the subject of AI, our panel of author-experts will shine a light on the current landscape while leaving space for what will surely be a robust discussion. https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cHxC9eJTQJeqQdKyIsRC4Q#/registration

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Advocate.com [Unofficial]Mar 17

Congressional Republicans advance federal ‘don’t say trans’ school bill

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.advocate.com/politics/national/trans-identity-education-ban

ALA Editions | Neal-SchumanMar 17

Lead with courage, compassion, and clarity using the professional development resources in our new digital catalog! https://alastore.ala.org/SS26catalog

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ALA Editions | Neal-SchumanMar 6

Now shipping! Designed as a real-world reference, the newest edition of OIF's "Intellectual Freedom Manual" offers clear, up-to-date insights on protecting intellectual freedom, fighting censorship, safeguarding privacy, and many other key IF topics. https://alastore.ala.org/ifm11

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ALA Editions | Neal-SchumanFeb 6
Spanning H. G. Wells’s "The Time Machine" to Marvel’s Loki, "The Infinite Loop: Archives and Time Travel in the Popular Imagination" engages archivists and devotees of science fiction alike by exploring common tropes within the genre—and common assumptions in the archival profession—and providing context. Read an excerpt from the book now: https://alastore.ala.org/sites/default/files/2026-01/9798892552776_sample.pdf
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