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Darin Strauss on Merging Memoir and Fiction in his Incredible New Novel

Books & More, Interviews

Social Work in Public Libraries

Naming the Elephant

News & Opinion

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Work Smarter, Not Harder

News & Opinion

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New Research Explores How Public Libraries Can Best Combat Misinformation

News & Opinion

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Not open? No problem. Rural Libraries Push WiFi Into Community Spaces

News & Opinion

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Community Centered: 23 Reasons Why Your Library Is the Most Important Place in Town

Magazine Feature

Ten Essential Qualities for Success: A New Cataloging Librarian's Guide from a Supervisor's Perspective

Magazine Feature

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Getting Paid: How Do Authors Make Money from Library Books?

News & Opinion

Feature Article

Customers or Patrons? How You Look at Your Library's Users Affects Customer Service

Magazine Feature

May/June Public Libraries

Diversity in Public Libraries Strategies for Achieving a More Representative Workforce

Magazine Feature

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Open to Change: Libraries Pivot to Serve Small Businesses

News & Opinion

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