Libraries Connected calls for 'clear decision' from government on library closures

Libraries Connected is calling on the government to issue "clear" guidance about closing libraries in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, highlighting "it is equally important that library staff are safeguarded during this period". Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2020-03-18 08:33:36 UTC ]
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European Research Libraries Say ‘Neighboring Rights’ Oppose Open Science

Declaring that 'the current copyright framework is unfit for the digital age,' the chief of the Europe's research libraries organization speaks out against "neighboring rights,' related rights, for publishers. The post European Research Libraries Say ‘Neighboring Rights’ Oppose Open Science... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2016-06-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
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More Copyright Fallout: Canadian Textbook Publishing Called ‘Not Sustainable’

With a major Canadian textbook publisher citing a drop from $1 million annually to $100,000, Canada's review of copyright changes may be welcome next year. The post More Copyright Fallout: Canadian Textbook Publishing Called ‘Not Sustainable’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2016-06-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
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CI 4: Children's Bookselling Industry 'Only Connects' in Orlando

Despite the recent tragic events that took place days before the start of Children's Institute 4 at the Wyndham Orlando, the conference started off on a high note. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Dan Brown donates €300,000 to Amsterdam library

Dan Brown has donated €300,000 (£237,000) to a library in Amsterdam to help make texts on alchemy and mysticism which inspired his novels to be viewable online by the public. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Booksellers call for more diverse kids books

Independent booksellers called for more diversity in children’s books at an Inclusive Minds event, because their customers are asking for a greater range of ethnic diversity and family types in titles. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Petition launched against moving Muswell Hill library

A petition against Haringey Council’s proposals to move the library on Muswell Hill to a different site has garnered the support of more than 2,000 signatures in three days. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Three Phone Calls a Father Receives After His Daughter’s Been Shot

This article was first published by the Trace, a nonprofit news organization that covers gun violence in America. You can sign up for its newsletter here, or follow its reporting on Facebook or Twitter. Continue reading at Slate

[ Slate | 2016-06-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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ALA 2016: Inside EveryLibrary's National Campaign for Local Library Support

EveryLibrary is the only national political action committee fighting for libraries at the local level. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Hayden Close to Making History at Library of Congress

The Senate Rules Committee on Thursday voted to recommend that the full Senate approve President Obama's nomination of Carla Hayden as Librarian of Congress. If approved she will become the first woman and the first African American to hold the post. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Australian booksellers fight government move for 'open market'

The Australian Booksellers Association has joined with other Australian book industry organisations to protest changes proposed by the government to turn the country into an “open market” and allow booksellers to import both UK and US titles without restrictions. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Get a grip, Libraries Taskforce

The Libraries Taskforce needs to get its act together and produce a plan to re-invigorate the library network, says Desmond Clarke. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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CI4: Finding a Win-Win for Indie Booksellers and Libraries

How independent booksellers and libraries are collaborating on programs to benefit kids and help out the bottom line. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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International Institutional Library Budgets Forecast to Increase 1.4 Percent

An annual study of institutional libraries' budget forecasts shows participating libraries in the Middle East and Africa forecasting the largest increases; Europe the only region forecasting a (slight) decrease. The post International Institutional Library Budgets Forecast to Increase 1.4... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2016-06-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Rosoff slams government for 'assault on childhood'

Award-winning children’s author Meg Rosoff has slammed the UK government for failing children and discrediting the creative arts in a stinging attack. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-05-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Survey: Institutional Library Spending Up Slightly in North America; Europe Declines

The annual survey, conducted by the Publishers Communication Group (PCG) found that a sputtering global economy is still affecting library budgets. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-05-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Stephen Fry backs libraries in poster campaign

Stephen Fry is supporting libraries by appearing in a new poster campaign from the Chartered Institute of Library & Information Professionals (CILIP). Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-05-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Inaugural Little Free Library Fest Celebrates Reading, Community

On Saturday, which also happened to be National Readathon Day, the Minneapolis nonprofit Little Free Library hosted its first-ever Little Free Library Festival, featuring book swaps and the building of 100 little free libraries. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-05-24 00:00:00 UTC ]
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£10k Library Fund launched

A new library fund for libraries has been created by professional body CILIP to help improve access to library services. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-05-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The Observer and i are biggest gainers after Independent's closure

Sunday paper and cut-price paper both boost their sales by more than 5% in AprilThe Observer and i have proved to be the biggest beneficiaries of the closure of the print editions of the Independent, with sales rising by more than 5% in April.Guardian Media Group’s Sunday paper boosted sales by... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2016-05-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Global Comics Showcase: TCAF 2016 Adds Library Space, New Venue

The Toronto Comics Arts Festival highlights included packed panels on diversity, and guest artists that included Brian K. Vaughan, MariNaomi, Spike Trotman, Raina Telgemeier, and Marguerite Abouet. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-05-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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