The realities -- the good, the challenging, and the great -- of going fine-free in libraries from a public librarian. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2021-11-15 11:30:00 UTC ]
Sony and Microsoft have had a year to address supply shortages and improve game libraries for their new consoles. Here's how they stack up. Continue reading >> [ Source: Wired | 2021-11-12 12:00:00 UTC ]
Those who have been paying attention to local education news and the critical race theory debate know that many school districts are battling over what materials can be kept in libraries and taught in classrooms. The battle is making its way to the courts: just this week a PEN America report... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2021-11-11 17:33:10 UTC ]
The National Literacy Trust (NLT) is partnering with Penguin Random House (PRH) to form a national alliance addressing "the chronic lack" of investment in primary school libraries in the UK. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2021-11-02 10:42:55 UTC ]
Lots of good bookish things happened this week, including research that proves libraries lead to healthier, more equitable communities. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2021-10-29 10:42:00 UTC ]
It turns out ghosts like their books just as much as the living! Learn all about the most haunted bookstores and libraries in the US and abroad... if you dare. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2021-10-29 10:36:00 UTC ]
The latest augmented and virtual reality technology will be brought to 15 libraries across the country next summer, as part of a new project to help support libraries recover from the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2021-10-25 11:42:41 UTC ]
The publisher's pro-rated terms and its temporary story time permissions will now run through March, 31, 2022, as the pandemic continues to impact schools and libraries. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2021-10-22 04:00:00 UTC ]
Libraries Connected held its first ever awards this week, to recognise and celebrate the achievements of library staff over the past year. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2021-10-20 05:39:05 UTC ]
It’s now more apparent than ever that security is a critical aspect of IT infrastructure, and that devastating data breaches can occur from simple network line hacks. As shown in this book, combining the latest version of Python with an increased focus on network security can help you to level... Continue reading >> [ Source: Betanews | 2021-10-13 17:39:30 UTC ]
Google says it will phase out its use of Material Design interface elements within its iOS apps in favor of Apple’s own UIKit. Jeff Verkoeyen, the company's iOS design chief, announced the change in a Twitter thread spotted by The Verge.This year my team shifted the open source Material... Continue reading >> [ Source: Engadget | 2021-10-12 17:16:51 UTC ]
People assume everyone who works at a library is a librarian, but most of the staff you’ll interact with at large libraries aren't librarians. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2021-10-11 10:30:00 UTC ]
Up to 200 U.S. libraries of all types will be selected to receive $10,000 grants to support, restore, and sustain their core activities. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2021-10-06 04:00:00 UTC ]
The pilot project between Emerald and the Council of Prairie and Pacific Libraries opens research to Indigenous communities in Canada. The post Canada’s Indigenous Communities to Benefit from Emerald Pilot Project appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2021-09-23 14:14:30 UTC ]
Algoriddim has been working closely with Apple for years on its djay apps and regularly appears in the company's keynotes. Now, it's integrating another Apple product, Shazam, into its latest iOS djay app with the release of iOS 15. The new feature lets you can scan your surroundings and... Continue reading >> [ Source: Engadget | 2021-09-20 14:00:01 UTC ]
Libraries are more than just books! Did you know many libraries will let you borrow musical instruments, tools, seeds, and more? Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2021-09-20 10:31:00 UTC ]
Growing up in the West Midlands, I turned my back on reading books and even visiting libraries for many years. When I start to think back to why this was happening, I realised that not seeing Asian representation within publishing and at libraries was a key factor. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2021-09-13 23:49:44 UTC ]
Libraries in the London Borough of Greenwich are the first in the country to move to fully biodegradable library cards that are made in the UK from ethically sourced materials. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2021-09-13 12:08:04 UTC ]
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Let's take a look at some of the activities librarians have in store this month. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2021-09-08 10:32:00 UTC ]
German publishers say that robust ebook performance last year and this year could be impacted by state-subsidized e-lending. The post Germany’s First Half of 2021: Ebook Dynamics, and Libraries appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2021-09-08 03:50:02 UTC ]