| Post-Election Insights By LJ Editors In the days after the election, LJ spoke with library colleagues for their takes on what may be in store from the new administration—and potential next steps. |
| Truth, Trust, & Trump 2.0 | Editorial By Hallie Rich Whatever our personal politics across library land, the truth is that we live in a nation where a majority of voting Americans chose the candidate whose positions run counter to many policies and values that libraries support. So, what are we going to do about it? |
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| Reflections from Charleston: Highlights and Insights from the 2024 Conference By Ellie Burnage When thinking of how to best sum up this year’s Charleston Conference, one word sprung to mind: collaboration. As a first-time attendee from a publishing technology background, it was wonderful to see so many professionals from the worlds of libraries and publishing come together to tackle challenges that are affecting the entire information industry. |
“IMLS is truly underappreciated in terms of what it’s able to accomplish with, in relative federal terms, very little money. They use the money they have really well, and I hope that there are people in government who recognize that and see it as valuable. Public and academic libraries…are some of the best value you’re ever going to get for your tax or tuition dollar. I think the overwhelming majority of people recognize that.” —From “Post-Election Insights” |
| Biography & Memoir | Prepub Alert, May 2025 Titles By Melissa DeWild and Neal Wyatt Ron Chernow writes an epic biography about Mark Twain, Tourmaline offers a biography of activist Marsha P. Johnson, and Michelle Young reveals French Resistance hero Rose Valland's life as a spy. |
| History | Prepub Alert, May 2025 Titles By Melissa DeWild and Neal Wyatt American women pilots who flew during World War II, the Battle of Midway, the Underground Railroad’s maritime origins, and the lead up to Abraham Lincoln’s decision to go to war are explored in this month's titles. |
| Anne Michaels Wins Giller Prize for Held | Book Pulse By Kate Merlene Anne Michaels wins the Giller Prize for her novel Held. Agustín Fernández Mallo wins the Cercador Prize for The Book of All Loves. The Salam Award winners are announced, along with the Aspen Words Literary Prize longlist. |
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