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LT Gov Dan Patrick Just Lost in Texas, Let’s Win In D.C.

September 21, 2026

A few weeks ago, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick stood in front of cameras, declared “We’re coming for the books,” and promoted an effort targeting more than 2,000 books in Texas schools. But this week was a big win for Texas school libraries, as he was forced to back down from "his" hit list of books. Turns out, he probably never even read the list he received from an activist. He just did what she told him to do. That's embarrassing!

Libraries Give Maurice Broaddus Space to Dream

September 21, 2026

Maurice Broaddus is a librarian, community organizer, and writer. In his view, it all ties together as part of the same mission: “to make the world a better place for us having passed through it.”

Is Listening to a Book “Cheating”? (Spoiler: Your Brain Doesn’t Think So)

September 18, 2026

It is the question that every audiophile dreads: “Does listening to an audiobook ‘count’ as reading?”

5 Must-See Hispanic Heritage Collections

September 16, 2026

During Hispanic Heritage Month, libraries, archives, and other cultural institutions often highlight the collections they steward. Many offer resources that explore the rich history and culture of Hispanic communities, including special collections with rare items and in-depth information on a variety of historical and cultural topics.

Librarians Won the Emmys!

September 15, 2026

In case you missed it, librarians won on one of America's biggest stages. A documentary about librarians standing up against book bans and defending the freedom to read was honored at the Emmys.

Why Your Library Needs Your Vote

September 14, 2026

Public libraries are built on a simple promise: providing everyone in the community with free access to books, technology, and lifelong learning tools. However, these essential spaces do not run on their own. They rely heavily on public support, particularly at the ballot box.

How Libraries Strengthen Adult and Family Literacy, One Program at a Time

September 11, 2026

Everyone’s journey is different, and for some people, that means an unconventional education. In fact, about 59 million adults in the US have low-level literacy skills, which can contribute to systemic barriers that make certain resources difficult to access.

Why Libraries Are the Perfect Home for Pokémon Clubs

September 09, 2026

For thirty years, Pokémon has been a major part of pop culture. It began with the Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green video games in Japan in 1996 and quickly grew far beyond video games. The Pokémon Trading Card Game, animated series, and other forms of entertainment helped turn it into a global phenomenon with fans of all ages.

A Safe Place in the Storm: Barbara Chappell-Brown on Libraries

September 07, 2026

This past April, the inaugural Be Mighty for Your Library Challenge brought schools and public libraries together to empower kids to “do three simple things: use their library, check out a book, and write a short poem about why their library matters.” EveryLibrary partnered with One Word at a Time and #1 New York Times best-selling author Kwame Alexander to celebrate his new book The Mighty Macy and show young library patrons how they can be mighty too.

The Library of the Future Has a Mud Pit

September 04, 2026

On August 8, 2026, the nation’s first public nature library opened its doors in Thornton, Colorado. The Anythink Nature Library combines traditional library services with outdoor spaces and resources designed to help people spend more time in nature.

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