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From a Library Publication Coalition (LPC) Post: The Library Publishing Coalition is pleased to announce the publication of the 2024 Library Publishing Directory! This year’s print, PDF, EPUB, online versions and dataset of the Library Publishing Directory highlight the publishing activities of 167 library publishers across the globe. The Directory illustrates the many ways in which libraries are actively transforming […]
Evidence Based Library and Information Practice (EBLIP) is published quarterly by the University of Alberta Library. In This Issue (Vol. 19, No. 4) of EBLIP: Evidence Summary Theme: Open Access by Heather MacDonald Research Articles Using UX Testing to Optimize Discoverability of Non-traditional Resources by Lucy Campbell, Keven Jeffery Evidence Synthesis Instructional Offerings in Library […]
From FDLP.gov/GPO: GPO is pleased to introduce DiscoverGov, our new, web-based search tool. DiscoverGov provides simple, one-stop searching across multiple U.S. Federal Government databases, including GPO’s Catalog of U.S. Government Publications (CGP) and GovInfo. Come meet DiscoverGov as we release it for public use in this soft launch. Direct link: https://discover.gpo.gov/ PURL: https://purl.fdlp.gov/GPO/gpo235314 CGP System Number: 001444646 DiscoverGov features: […]
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This month’s top indie and foreign films feature a biopic of 1970s Donald Trump, a dramatization of a New Mexican coal strike, and a quartet of works from South Korean filmmaker Lee Chang-dong.
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From the Library of Congress: Twenty-five films have been selected for the Library of Congress National Film Registry in 2024 due to their cultural, historic or aesthetic importance to preserve the nation’s film heritage, Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden announced today. The new selections date back nearly 130 years and include a diverse group of […]
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Shamella Cromartie, associate dean of organizational performance and administration at Clemson University Libraries, was named a 2024 Library Journal Mover & Shaker for her work to expand outreach, membership, and support for Black librarians in South Carolina. We recently spoke with Cromartie to learn more about these projects.
From the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA): The first ever IFLA Guidelines for Libraries Supporting Displaced Persons grew from a chapter inside the 2017 IFLA Guidelines for library services to people who experience homelessness published by the IFLA Equitable and Accessible Library Services Section (EALS) (formerly Library Services to People with Special Needs – LSN Section). […]
From a Joint News Release: The American Library Association (ALA) is thrilled to announce this year’s ten recipients of the coveted I Love My Librarian Award. Serving communities across the nation, the 2025 honorees are exceptional librarians from academic, public, and school libraries who were nominated by community members for their expertise, dedication, and profound impact […]
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Chilling listens for every taste, from crime fiction laced with folkloric and cosmic terrors to epic postapocalyptic gore.
Exhilarating listens, from classic high fantasy to thrilling tales of intrigue in extraterrestrial settings.
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Audio horror, fantasy, mystery, social sciences, and more. This winter’s audiobook stars offer auditory delights across a wide range of subjects and genres.
Captivating mystery audios, showcasing octogenarian amateur detectives, intricate psychological thrillers, and a pulse-pounding installment in a beloved series.
Winter wanders in with a new resonance, ushering before it shorter days, celebrations, and moments of reflection. This issue of Audio in Depth, both in print and online, matches those moods with listens full of comfort and joy.
This work aptly illustrates a lesser-known link in classical reception. It will have broad scholarly appeal between both religious history and classical studies readers.
An interactive history in which Africans and Europeans together played parts in transforming the continent in the modern age. Will appeal to students of Africa and general readers prepared for a fresh perspective.
An articulate critique of rags-to-riches mythology and government policies about labor in the United States.
This well-structured book with real life examples serves as a handy guide for readers wanting to work in top international development organizations to make a difference.
Readers aspiring to obtain C-suite positions will find plenty of helpful advice, though others will discover that many of the suggestions cannot be practically implemented in their lives.
This is a rich, thought-provoking study that will appeal to readers interested in the practicalities of public policy.
This inspirational book illuminates and encourages readers to see their roles as leaders and bearers of hope. A must for readers (educators, administrators, and scholars) seeking to infuse their academic vocation with renewed purpose, faith, and hope..
The lyrical quality of the writing makes this memoir about woodcarving and being an artisan a lovely addition to any collection.
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Business Casual
Though there’s some unevenness between the narrators, fans of the series’ previous audiobooks should enjoy this satisfying series finale.
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What a Fool Believes: A Memoir
An underdog tale that is a must-listen for all jazz-rock and soul fans.
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Swift River
Chambers’s poignant debut captivates. Listeners will be invested in Diamond’s situation, cheering her on as she becomes herself.
An urgent, funny, and relatable collection, interweaving keen observations of modern crises with personal reflections on family, mental health, and grace. Recommended for fans of R. Eric Thomas’s Congratulations, the Best Is Over!
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Grown Women
A resonant and reflective story, highly recommended for fans of literary fiction in the vein of Diane Marie Brown’s Black Candle Women.
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A Talent for Murder
Thrilling action and suspense combined with complex, well-developed characters make for a book that listeners won’t want to put down. Swanson’s fans will be shocked, horrified, and utterly captivated.
Fans of Golden Age mysteries should really enjoy this modern, metafictional take on the locked-room mystery.
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Wordhunter
This fast-paced novel is recommended for anyone wanting an engaging plot full of excitement and its fair share of drama.
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The Knockout Artist
This is Crews at his finest. An excellent recommendation for literary fiction readers and those who enjoy grim humor, thought-provoking characters, and compelling plots. Suggest to those who enjoyed Michael Farris Smith’s The Fighter.
Examining three generations of Vega family lore, this audiobook cleverly juxtaposes four narrative voices through moments of Mexican political turmoil, COVID days in Los Angeles, and post-2020 upheaval to weave an unforgettable must-listen. Fans of Luis Alberto Urrea’s The House of Broken Angels won’t want to miss this.
A complex, atmospheric mystery that will keep listeners engaged, searching for clues, and thinking about the plight of others. This is an essential purchase for most libraries.
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The Gilded Crown
With strong voice acting, this dark fantasy debut is sure to be well-received by fans of books like Adalyn Grace’s “Belladonna” trilogy. Listeners will be eager for more from this talented writer.
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Chaos Terminal
An unpredictable and uproarious tale, sure to please both mystery and sci-fi fans.
Despite the somewhat uneven presentation, this audio resonates with conviction. Recommended for those who enjoyed Jessi Hempel’s The Family Outing.
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Knife River
A slow-paced, fully realized novel with complex familial relationships at its core. Recommended for fans of Tana French and Jane Harper.
An audiobook to recommend to all thriller listeners and those who enjoy twisty podcast-style audios such as L.J. Dorn’s The Anatomy of Desire.
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Shock Induction
Palahniuk’s loyal fans, along with readers new to his work, will enjoy this distinctive and thought-provoking book.
Poetic language expertly describes the mysterious geography of Jeju as Han movingly illustrates how the massacre affected survivors as well as subsequent generations. The memory of a devastating episode that must not be forgotten is revived.
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Ring
This novel, which has a feel of a modern classic, is a must purchase addition for people facing grief and looking for hope and healing. It will leave readers with new insights and many questions about grief, suicide, and spirituality.
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Gliff
Smith succeeds in spinning a grim tale about semiotics, history, literature, and art that ends on a somewhat hopeful note.
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The Strange Case of Jane O
Perfect for readers who like their literary fiction with an edge of psychological mystery. This further solidifies Walker’s reputation for writing realistic character-driven fiction that just so happens to take place in fragmented, fractured worlds verging on the fantastical and fatalistic. Give to readers who enjoyed Jennifer Cody Epstein’s The Madwomen of Paris and to fans of Emily St. John Mandel.
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Clean
Readers will tear through this slim, highly recommended novel to discover the fates of Estela and her employers.
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Bad Animals
A fast-paced novel that integrates elements of mystery, social critique, and literature in ways that will make readers question what their own inner narratives say about the stories they tell about themselves and others. Fans of Sulari Gentill’s The Woman in the Library will find this mesmerizing novel just twisty enough to keep them guessing.
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A Forty Year Kiss
The novel is beautiful and full of complex characters. It is a love story, not only between Charlie and Vivian but also between the novel and the Midwest, as the characters journey between Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and Spooner, WI, along with Minneapolis and Chicago. Fans of Butler and of romance will be delighted with this novel.
Scenic and steamy, this contemporary romance has it all. Another hit for Pembroke (Socialite’s Nine-Month Secret).
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Mountain Captive
Fans of the “Eagle Mountain: Criminal History” series will be intrigued by this latest entry from Myers (Twin Jeopardy).
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Their Hawaiian Marriage Reunion
This second-chance love story from Colter (Accidentally Engaged to the Billionaire) is full of warm, cozy feelings, perfect for cold winter nights.
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Love in Translation
Wood’s (Hired for the Billionaire’s Secret Son) story about finding love and life outside one’s comfort zone has a fun premise and a sweet ending.
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Child in Jeopardy
Fans of Fossen (Tracking Down the Lawman’s Son) will enjoy the return to Saddle Ridge in this latest release, full of adventure, romance, and mystery. Readers of B.J. Daniels and Lynne Graham will be drawn to this title.
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Stuck in the Country with You
A host of secondary characters keep things interesting in this second-chance, enemies-to-lovers romance from Day (The Secret Heir).
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Shadowing Her Stalker
Wells (Ozarks Witness Protection) spins off her “Arkansas Special Agents” series with this first of a new series featuring the cyber crime division, full of likable, well-developed characters.
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Fugitive Harbor
In this twisty novel launching a new series, Miles (K-9 Missing Person) introduces likable characters surrounded by vivid scenery.
Singh (Bound by the Boss’s Baby) combines a royal romance with the sister’s-best-friend trope in the best of ways, and readers will want to snatch this one up.
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Special Forces K-9
Miller (K-9 Defender) skillfully unfolds this love story full of sensitive subjects.
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A Rebel Without Claws
Fans of Cross’s “Stay a Spell” series will be in for a treat, falling in love with new characters while still getting glimpses of old favorites. Readers new to Cross will enjoy her playful, comedic take on paranormal, fated-mates romances.
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Cold Case Discovery
Helm unfolds another Hudson sibling romance in this sixth book of the series (after Cold Case Protection). This is family drama at its best, and readers will take comfort in the return of previous characters as they come to love the newest couple.
Herrera caps off her mighty “Las Leonas” series (following An Island Princess Starts a Scandal) with a heartbreakingly timely showcase of love triumphing in a world full of dangerous injustices. Recommended for readers who are craving emotionally fulfilling and steamy historical romances that do not shy away from the realities of the era.
Oliver (Her Unforgettable Knight) begins her “Disreputable Marsden Brothers” series with this intriguing opposites-attract Victorian romance. The steamy story pairs passion with adventure to create an altogether engaging read.
Lee (Almost a Scot) begins her “Daring Debutantes” duet with this steamy Regency romance. The bold heroine and her adventurous spirit make for an erotic and enchanting read.
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Tempted by Her Enemy Marquis
Allen (Becoming the Earl’s Convenient Wife) presents a charming Regency romance with a dash of rom-com cuteness. Perfect for readers seeking a playful story that is more sweet than steamy.
Fans of gothic literature who don’t mind gruesome deaths will savor watching Winifred go beyond simply eating the rich in this seemingly by-the-book gothic story that subverts some of the genre’s conventions. It already has a film adaptation in the works.
Weeks’s leisurely writing style will appeal to most sports fans. Readers who love baseball will devour this recommended book.
Philosophically minded thinkers will find this clearly written, accessible work to be rewarding as a challenge to consider other perspectives.
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