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Connecticut Passes Landmark Ebook Bill Based on Library Futures Model Legislation May 20, 2025

Last week, lawmakers in Connecticut passed a landmark bill to regulate the sale of econtent to libraries.

Connecticut Passes Landmark Ebook Bill Based on Library Futures Model Legislation Last week, lawmakers in Connecticut passed a landmark bill to regulate the sale of econtent to libraries. all pub- 2025-05-20 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all announcement
The Kids Online Safety Act Denies Young People’s Freedoms of Expression and Privacy August 09, 2023

An overview of the Kids Online Safety Act and the threats it poses to young people.

The Kids Online Safety Act Denies Young People’s Freedoms of Expression and Privacy An overview of the Kids Online Safety Act and the threats it poses to young people. all pub- 2023-08-09 00:00:00 +0000 all milo-santamaria all
Library Futures Presents… A Podcast About Ebooks! June 05, 2025

Introducing A Podcast About Ebooks--the history of ebooks, ereaders, and libraries from the beginning to the present day.

Library Futures Presents… A Podcast About Ebooks! Introducing A Podcast About Ebooks--the history of ebooks, ereaders, and libraries from the beginning to the present day. all pub- 2025-06-05 00:00:00 +0000 all mary-needham all
Library Futures Statement on the Firing of Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden May 19, 2025

Library Futures Statement on the Firing of Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden all pub- 2025-05-19 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin laura-crossett all
Panel Reflections: Unpacking Digital Censorship in Schools and Libraries March 11, 2025

Four experts in intellectual freedom discuss the findings in our report Neo-Censorship: An Investigation into Digital Content Suppression.

Panel Reflections: Unpacking Digital Censorship in Schools and Libraries Four experts in intellectual freedom discuss the findings in our report Neo-Censorship: An Investigation into Digital Content Suppression. all pub- 2025-03-11 00:00:00 +0000 all mia-jakobsen all
Meet the Spring 2025 Library Futures Interns! March 03, 2025

Library Futures welcomes four new interns for Spring 2025!

Meet the Spring 2025 Library Futures Interns! Library Futures welcomes four new interns for Spring 2025! all pub- 2025-03-03 00:00:00 +0000 all mary-needham all
A Few of Jessamyn's Favorite Things January 15, 2025

A guest post from Jessamyn West on treasures from the public domain.

A Few of Jessamyn's Favorite Things A guest post from Jessamyn West on treasures from the public domain. all pub- 2025-01-15 00:00:00 +0000 all jessamyn-west all
Libraries in a Material World: The Role of Repair, Energy, and Education in Library Sustainability December 16, 2024

How can libraries expand their digital collections while centering an ethic of local and planetary repair?

Libraries in a Material World: The Role of Repair, Energy, and Education in Library Sustainability How can libraries expand their digital collections while centering an ethic of local and planetary repair? all pub- 2024-12-16 00:00:00 +0000 all tova-gaster mia-jakobsen all
Library Futures Announces Research Grant Recipients October 15, 2024

Welcome to our first research network cohort!

Library Futures Announces Research Grant Recipients Welcome to our first research network cohort! all pub- 2024-10-15 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
New Research Report: OER in Public Libraries November 22, 2024

New Research Report: OER in Public Libraries all pub- 2024-11-22 00:00:00 +0000 all tova-gaster all
Library Futures Welcomes First Advisory Board October 10, 2024

Experts from the worlds of libraries, journalism, the law, technology, and public policy join our first Advisory Board.

Library Futures Welcomes First Advisory Board Experts from the worlds of libraries, journalism, the law, technology, and public policy join our first Advisory Board. all pub- 2024-10-10 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
CDL's Future Depends on Us All: A Response to Scholarly Kitchen's "Lessons Learned from a Fair Use Defeat" October 07, 2024

A guest post on CDL from Charlie Barlow of the Boston Library Consortium.

CDL's Future Depends on Us All: A Response to Scholarly Kitchen's "Lessons Learned from a Fair Use Defeat" A guest post on CDL from Charlie Barlow of the Boston Library Consortium. all pub- 2024-10-07 00:00:00 +0000 all charlie-barlow all
Re:Create Welcomes Library Futures as its Newest Member September 27, 2024

Library Futures joins the crew at Re:Create!

Re:Create Welcomes Library Futures as its Newest Member Library Futures joins the crew at Re:Create! all pub- 2024-09-27 00:00:00 +0000 all library-futures all
The Past, Present, and Future of the Copyright Specialist September 10, 2024

How do you become a copyright librarian? And why do we need them? Our intern reports.

The Past, Present, and Future of the Copyright Specialist How do you become a copyright librarian? And why do we need them? Our intern reports. all pub- 2024-09-10 00:00:00 +0000 all rebecca-regan all
Hachette v. Internet Archive: We're Still Fighting for Fair Use September 05, 2024

Our response to the Second District Court of New York's decision on fair use in Hachette v. Internet Archive.

Hachette v. Internet Archive: We're Still Fighting for Fair Use Our response to the Second District Court of New York's decision on fair use in Hachette v. Internet Archive. all pub- 2024-09-05 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
How Much Does Obama's Summer Reading List Cost Your Library? September 03, 2024

We took a concrete look at just how much a popular book list costs a library.

How Much Does Obama's Summer Reading List Cost Your Library? We took a concrete look at just how much a popular book list costs a library. all pub- 2024-09-03 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin laura-crossett all
DPLA Introduces E-Books Libraries Can Own August 13, 2024

38,000 ebooks more toward the goal of digital ownership!

DPLA Introduces E-Books Libraries Can Own 38,000 ebooks more toward the goal of digital ownership! all pub- 2024-08-13 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Hoopla's Content Problem: Strange, Skewed Results Still Dominate Catalog August 12, 2024

Hoopla, what is all that... junk in your catalog?

Hoopla's Content Problem: Strange, Skewed Results Still Dominate Catalog Hoopla, what is all that... junk in your catalog? all pub- 2024-08-12 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett jennie-rose-halperin all
Introducing CATS from Library Futures! July 16, 2024

Who let the CATS out? We did--but don't worry, it's just an acronym. Welcome to Copyright and Technology Scribblings from Library Futures!

Introducing CATS from Library Futures! Who let the CATS out? We did--but don't worry, it's just an acronym. Welcome to Copyright and Technology Scribblings from Library Futures! all pub- 2024-07-16 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all announcement
Meet the 2024 Library Futures Interns! July 10, 2024

Meet the 2024 Library Futures Interns! all pub- 2024-07-10 00:00:00 +0000 all mary-needham all
A Response to Hachette v. Internet Archive from Michelle Wu July 08, 2024

Law librarian and CDL scholar Michelle Wu provides an analysis of the Hachette v. Internet Archive decision.

A Response to Hachette v. Internet Archive from Michelle Wu Law librarian and CDL scholar Michelle Wu provides an analysis of the Hachette v. Internet Archive decision. all pub- 2024-07-08 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-wu all
A Response to Hachette v. Internet Archive from Mehtab Khan July 08, 2024

Berkman Klein Fellow Mehtabh Kahn responds to the Hachette v. Internet Archive decision.

A Response to Hachette v. Internet Archive from Mehtab Khan Berkman Klein Fellow Mehtabh Kahn responds to the Hachette v. Internet Archive decision. all pub- 2024-07-08 00:00:00 +0000 all mehtab-khan all
Legislation Round-Up June 17, 2024

An overview of pending legislation that could affect libraries from Library Futures Legal Fellow Becky Chambers.

Legislation Round-Up An overview of pending legislation that could affect libraries from Library Futures Legal Fellow Becky Chambers. all pub- 2024-06-17 00:00:00 +0000 all becky-chambers all
Litigation Round-Up June 17, 2024

Legal Fellow Becky Chambers provides an overview of court cases that could affect libraries.

Litigation Round-Up Legal Fellow Becky Chambers provides an overview of court cases that could affect libraries. all pub- 2024-06-17 00:00:00 +0000 all becky-chambers all
Library Futures Awarded Lounsbery Foundation Grant May 23, 2024

Library Futures Awarded Lounsbery Foundation Grant all pub- 2024-05-23 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Fighting for the Right to Internet: Amicus Brief in Sony v. Cox March 29, 2024

How a court case could break internet access for those who need it most.

Fighting for the Right to Internet: Amicus Brief in Sony v. Cox How a court case could break internet access for those who need it most. all pub- 2024-03-29 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Connecting the Commons March 27, 2024

What role can OER play in public libraries?

Connecting the Commons What role can OER play in public libraries? all pub- 2024-03-27 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-reed all
Necromancers of the Public Domain: Broadway Racketeers March 26, 2024

A review of this year's public domain celebration with Theater of the Apes and the Engelberg Center.

Necromancers of the Public Domain: Broadway Racketeers A review of this year's public domain celebration with Theater of the Apes and the Engelberg Center. all pub- 2024-03-26 00:00:00 +0000 all nick-norman all
Four Questions with Emily Drabinski and Kelvin Watson March 22, 2022

ALA presidential candidates Emily Drabinski and Kelvin Watson answer our questions about digital futures, ebooks, and access.

Four Questions with Emily Drabinski and Kelvin Watson ALA presidential candidates Emily Drabinski and Kelvin Watson answer our questions about digital futures, ebooks, and access. all pub- 2022-03-22 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Library Futures Releases 2022 Annual Report June 05, 2023

Announcing the release of the 2022 Annual Report

Library Futures Releases 2022 Annual Report Announcing the release of the 2022 Annual Report all pub- 2023-06-05 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Library Futures Files Amici in Two Key Cases January 22, 2024

Library Futures files amici in Supreme Court case Netchoice and CCIA v Paxton/Moody and Second Circuit Court of Appeals Case Hachette v Internet Archive.

Library Futures Files Amici in Two Key Cases Library Futures files amici in Supreme Court case Netchoice and CCIA v Paxton/Moody and Second Circuit Court of Appeals Case Hachette v Internet Archive. all pub- 2024-01-22 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Eight Ways to Ban a Book October 04, 2021

Discussion of methods used to directly or indirectly ban books.

Eight Ways to Ban a Book Discussion of methods used to directly or indirectly ban books. all pub- 2021-10-04 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Celebrating 10 Years of Copyright First Responders March 14, 2024

A conversation with Rachel Bridgewater, a Copyright First Responder, in celebration of ten years of Copyright First Responders

Celebrating 10 Years of Copyright First Responders A conversation with Rachel Bridgewater, a Copyright First Responder, in celebration of ten years of Copyright First Responders all pub- 2024-03-14 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Introducing E-Books for Us! February 13, 2024

Introducing E-Books for Us, an engaging, simple, and informative website with interactive games and quizzes to highlight critical e-book issues.

Introducing E-Books for Us! Introducing E-Books for Us, an engaging, simple, and informative website with interactive games and quizzes to highlight critical e-book issues. all pub- 2024-02-13 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-reed all
Content at any cost? May 19, 2021

Discussion of how the DPLA's deal with Amazon Publishing impacts libraries and the wider issues of digital ownership.

Content at any cost? Discussion of how the DPLA's deal with Amazon Publishing impacts libraries and the wider issues of digital ownership. all pub- 2021-05-19 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Equitable Access is the Future for All of Us March 17, 2021

Discussion of how e-book selling embargoes impact libraries and the importance of equitable access to books.

Equitable Access is the Future for All of Us Discussion of how e-book selling embargoes impact libraries and the importance of equitable access to books. all pub- 2021-03-17 00:00:00 +0000 all carmi-parker all
Big Tech and Access to Information Webinar Panel March 31, 2021

Library Futures brought together an illustrious panel of experts to discuss the threats facing libraries and the public in the digital age.

Big Tech and Access to Information Webinar Panel Library Futures brought together an illustrious panel of experts to discuss the threats facing libraries and the public in the digital age. all pub- 2021-03-31 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Brief Filed in Hachette et al v Internet Archive July 18, 2022

Library Futures is excited to announce that we have filed an amici brief – joined by EveryLibrary and ReadersFirst – in Hachette et al. v. Internet Archive, a case currently pending in the Southern District of New York.

Brief Filed in Hachette et al v Internet Archive Library Futures is excited to announce that we have filed an amici brief – joined by EveryLibrary and ReadersFirst – in Hachette et al. v. Internet Archive, a case currently pending in the Southern District of New York. all pub- 2022-07-18 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina all
Library Futures Files in Crucial Canadian Copyright Case November 10, 2021

Discussion of major copyright case in Canadian Supreme Court, how it might impact international copyright, and the ways Library Futures is involved.

Library Futures Files in Crucial Canadian Copyright Case Discussion of major copyright case in Canadian Supreme Court, how it might impact international copyright, and the ways Library Futures is involved. all pub- 2021-11-10 00:00:00 +0000 all kyle-k-courtney all
Library Futures Joins Opposition Against the SMART Copyright Act May 03, 2022

Library Futures strongly opposes the SMART Copyright Act of 2022, which would create a burden on libraries and censoring free expression online.

Library Futures Joins Opposition Against the SMART Copyright Act Library Futures strongly opposes the SMART Copyright Act of 2022, which would create a burden on libraries and censoring free expression online. all pub- 2022-05-03 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina all
Link Taxes Tax Library Values September 06, 2023

Library Futures' intern delves into link taxes, related policies, and the impact on journalism and libraries.

Link Taxes Tax Library Values Library Futures' intern delves into link taxes, related policies, and the impact on journalism and libraries. all pub- 2023-09-06 00:00:00 +0000 all spencer-izen all
Mapping the Bronx: Where Digital Redlining Denies Access and How Libraries Can Help August 08, 2023

Redlining is part of the long history of racism within the United States. Digital redlining is its next chapter.

Mapping the Bronx: Where Digital Redlining Denies Access and How Libraries Can Help Redlining is part of the long history of racism within the United States. Digital redlining is its next chapter. all pub- 2023-08-08 00:00:00 +0000 all wendyliz-martinez all
Supporting Equitable Access to Local News November 08, 2021

Announcing a collaboration with Albany Pub;ic Library and Hearken to provide access to local news content.

Supporting Equitable Access to Local News Announcing a collaboration with Albany Pub;ic Library and Hearken to provide access to local news content. all pub- 2021-11-08 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Supporting Broadband Access for All March 10, 2021

Supporting Broadband Access for All all pub- 2021-03-10 00:00:00 +0000 all jill-hurst-wahl all
Library Futures and SPARC Condemn Wiley E-Textbook Withdrawal September 30, 2022

Library Futures and SPARC condemn Wiley E-

Library Futures and SPARC Condemn Wiley E-Textbook Withdrawal Library Futures and SPARC condemn Wiley E- all pub- 2022-09-30 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin juliya-ziskina all
Introducing Learning Circles April 20, 2023

Announcing Library Futures Learning Circles!

Introducing Learning Circles Announcing Library Futures Learning Circles! all pub- 2023-04-20 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Protect Library Workers from the CASE Act September 21, 2021

The CASE Act will harm library workers and make distributing library materials difficult under the guise of "protecting creators".

Protect Library Workers from the CASE Act The CASE Act will harm library workers and make distributing library materials difficult under the guise of "protecting creators". all pub- 2021-09-21 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin nick-shockey all
Library Victory! Wyden and Eshoo demand answers from big publishers September 24, 2021

Members of Congress demand answers from Big Five Publishers surrounding their library e-book business practices.

Library Victory! Wyden and Eshoo demand answers from big publishers Members of Congress demand answers from Big Five Publishers surrounding their library e-book business practices. all pub- 2021-09-24 00:00:00 +0000 all all
Connecting with our Community: ALA Annual 2022 July 20, 2022

Library Futures at the American Library Association Annual Conference.

Connecting with our Community: ALA Annual 2022 Library Futures at the American Library Association Annual Conference. all pub- 2022-07-20 00:00:00 +0000 all emily-finch all
Hachette v Internet Archive: The Case Marches On March 21, 2024

Protecting digital lending means supporting innovative lending practices and celebrating the many ways that libraries, including the Archive, provide access to books to support an educated citizenry.

Hachette v Internet Archive: The Case Marches On Protecting digital lending means supporting innovative lending practices and celebrating the many ways that libraries, including the Archive, provide access to books to support an educated citizenry. all pub- 2024-03-21 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin laura-crossett all
How to Read a Contract! March 20, 2024

Learn to go through a contract with a fine toothed comb and get the best deal for your library and your patrons!

How to Read a Contract! Learn to go through a contract with a fine toothed comb and get the best deal for your library and your patrons! all pub- 2024-03-20 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Celebrating 10 Years of Copyright First Responders March 14, 2024

Copyright First Responders help librarians understand and advise on copyright questions for ten years. We talked to one of the first.

Celebrating 10 Years of Copyright First Responders Copyright First Responders help librarians understand and advise on copyright questions for ten years. We talked to one of the first. all pub- 2024-03-14 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Improving Digital Access to Local News Through Library-Newsroom Collaboration August 23, 2022

The results of a three month news access pilot project between Library Futures, Albany Public Library, Hearken, and the Albany Times Union.

Improving Digital Access to Local News Through Library-Newsroom Collaboration The results of a three month news access pilot project between Library Futures, Albany Public Library, Hearken, and the Albany Times Union. all pub- 2022-08-23 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Welcome to Library Futures January 07, 2021

Welcome to Library Futures, a new nonprofit that champions the right to equitable access to knowledge.

Welcome to Library Futures Welcome to Library Futures, a new nonprofit that champions the right to equitable access to knowledge. all pub- 2021-01-07 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Library Futures Ebook Bills are on the Move February 09, 2023

Updates on Library Futures' model ebook bill, current ebook legislative efforts, and the ways Library Futures is working with states to pass laws that empower libraries.

Library Futures Ebook Bills are on the Move Updates on Library Futures' model ebook bill, current ebook legislative efforts, and the ways Library Futures is working with states to pass laws that empower libraries. all pub- 2023-02-09 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina all
Libraries, You Got Rights! December 06, 2023

Libraries, You Got Rights! all pub- 2023-12-06 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-reed milo-santamaria all
The Mellon Foundation grants $1 million to support libraries in the digital age December 14, 2022

The Mellon Foundation grants $1 million to support libraries in the digital age.

The Mellon Foundation grants $1 million to support libraries in the digital age The Mellon Foundation grants $1 million to support libraries in the digital age. all pub- 2022-12-14 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Library Futures joins the Engelberg Center September 12, 2022

We are delighted to announce that Library Futures is joining the Engelberg Center on Innovation Law and Policy at NYU Law.

Library Futures joins the Engelberg Center We are delighted to announce that Library Futures is joining the Engelberg Center on Innovation Law and Policy at NYU Law. all pub- 2022-09-12 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Library Futures Releases Policy Paper: Digital Ownership for Libraries and the Public February 14, 2023

Library Futures is excited to announce that we are launching our policy paper on digital ownership for libraries.

Library Futures Releases Policy Paper: Digital Ownership for Libraries and the Public Library Futures is excited to announce that we are launching our policy paper on digital ownership for libraries. all pub- 2023-02-14 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina all
Library Futures Releases Policy Statement and Draft eBook Legislative Language: Mitigating the Library eBook Conundrum Through Legislative Action in the States June 30, 2022

Librarians in many states are seeking to develop eBook laws that address these concerns of cost and restrictive licensing terms. Our policy statement and model language are here to help.

Library Futures Releases Policy Statement and Draft eBook Legislative Language: Mitigating the Library eBook Conundrum Through Legislative Action in the States Librarians in many states are seeking to develop eBook laws that address these concerns of cost and restrictive licensing terms. Our policy statement and model language are here to help. all pub- 2022-06-30 00:00:00 +0000 all kyle-k-courtney juliya-ziskina all
Library Futures Files Collaborative Amici in American Society for Testing and Materials, et al. v. Public.Resource.Org December 14, 2022

Library Futures is excited to announce that we have filed a collaborative amici brief—joined by EveryLibrary Institute, Authors Alliance, and Public Knowledge—in American Society for Testing and Materials, et al. v. Public.Resource.Org.

Library Futures Files Collaborative Amici in American Society for Testing and Materials, et al. v. Public.Resource.Org Library Futures is excited to announce that we have filed a collaborative amici brief—joined by EveryLibrary Institute, Authors Alliance, and Public Knowledge—in American Society for Testing and Materials, et al. v. Public.Resource.Org. all pub- 2022-12-14 00:00:00 +0000 all juliya-ziskina all
Four Questions with ALA Presidential Candidates Sam Helmick and Ray Pun February 08, 2024

Sam Helmick and Ray Pun talk ebook legislation, digital privacy, the outsourcing of library services to corporations, and more.

Four Questions with ALA Presidential Candidates Sam Helmick and Ray Pun Sam Helmick and Ray Pun talk ebook legislation, digital privacy, the outsourcing of library services to corporations, and more. all pub- 2024-02-08 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Four Questions with Camille Thomas January 30, 2024

Library Futures Fellow Camille Thomas on the lack of diversity in copyright librarianship, what shaped her belief in digital rights, and more.

Four Questions with Camille Thomas Library Futures Fellow Camille Thomas on the lack of diversity in copyright librarianship, what shaped her belief in digital rights, and more. all pub- 2024-01-30 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Call for Interoperable Ebook Standards in the Academic Ebook Market February 25, 2025

We welcome signatories from academic institutions to a new Interoperable Ebooks Standards Statement

Call for Interoperable Ebook Standards in the Academic Ebook Market We welcome signatories from academic institutions to a new Interoperable Ebooks Standards Statement all pub- 2025-02-25 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Controlled Digital Lending: Unlocking the Library's Full Potential August 25, 2021

We are very excited today to announce the release of the Library Futures Foundation‚ (LFF) new policy document, Controlled Digital Lending: Unlocking the Library's Full Potential

Controlled Digital Lending: Unlocking the Library's Full Potential We are very excited today to announce the release of the Library Futures Foundation‚ (LFF) new policy document, Controlled Digital Lending: Unlocking the Library's Full Potential all pub- 2021-08-25 00:00:00 +0000 all kyle-k-courtney all
Ensuring a sustainable future for libraries: Announcing Library Futures January 24, 2021

We are proud to announce the launch of Library Futures Institute, a 501c3 organization fighting for the technology-positive future of libraries.

Ensuring a sustainable future for libraries: Announcing Library Futures We are proud to announce the launch of Library Futures Institute, a 501c3 organization fighting for the technology-positive future of libraries. all pub- 2021-01-24 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
First Insights Report: Albany Public Library News Access Pilot Project February 08, 2022

Today, we are pleased to release our first insights from our joint pilot project with the Albany Public Library (APL)

First Insights Report: Albany Public Library News Access Pilot Project Today, we are pleased to release our first insights from our joint pilot project with the Albany Public Library (APL) all pub- 2022-02-08 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Five Lessons about Community Highlighted by Allied Media Conference 2022 August 15, 2022

From Thursday June 30th to Sunday July 3rd I had the pleasure to attend my first Allied Media Conference (AMC)

Five Lessons about Community Highlighted by Allied Media Conference 2022 From Thursday June 30th to Sunday July 3rd I had the pleasure to attend my first Allied Media Conference (AMC) all pub- 2022-08-15 00:00:00 +0000 all emily-finch all
Four Questions about Fine Free Libraries with Scott Jarzombek of the Albany Public Library April 08, 2021

For our inaugural ‚"Four Questions with" series, we interviewed Scott Jarzombek, Executive Director of the Albany Public Library, which went fine free in early 2019.

Four Questions about Fine Free Libraries with Scott Jarzombek of the Albany Public Library For our inaugural ‚"Four Questions with" series, we interviewed Scott Jarzombek, Executive Director of the Albany Public Library, which went fine free in early 2019. all pub- 2021-04-08 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Four Questions about the Promise of Libraries and the Internet with Author Joanne McNeil April 27, 2021

Joanne McNeil is a writer, editor, and cultural critic of and for the internet.

Four Questions about the Promise of Libraries and the Internet with Author Joanne McNeil Joanne McNeil is a writer, editor, and cultural critic of and for the internet. all pub- 2021-04-27 00:00:00 +0000 all all
Four Questions with Dr. Jeanie Austin January 20, 2022

Dr. Jeanie Austin is an expert on library services and incarated individuals and the barriers to information access faced by people in prison

Four Questions with Dr. Jeanie Austin Dr. Jeanie Austin is an expert on library services and incarated individuals and the barriers to information access faced by people in prison all pub- 2022-01-20 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Four Questions with Michael Blackwell on Ebook Advocacy June 18, 2021

Michael Blackwell is the Director of the St. Mary's County Library in Leonardtown, Maryland and a long time advocate for eresources nationally through his work with Reader's First, a Library Futures coalition partner.

Four Questions with Michael Blackwell on Ebook Advocacy Michael Blackwell is the Director of the St. Mary's County Library in Leonardtown, Maryland and a long time advocate for eresources nationally through his work with Reader's First, a Library Futures coalition partner. all pub- 2021-06-18 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Unacceptable Loss: Video Game Preservation Webinar and Q&A October 24, 2023

More on video games, history, and preservation from our panel of experts!

Unacceptable Loss: Video Game Preservation Webinar and Q&A More on video games, history, and preservation from our panel of experts! all pub- 2023-10-24 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
From Art Museums to the Supreme Court: How Does the Decision in Warhol v. Goldsmith Go Beyond Art? September 12, 2023

How does a Supreme Court case about a photograph apply to libraries--and what does it mean for the future of fair use?

From Art Museums to the Supreme Court: How Does the Decision in Warhol v. Goldsmith Go Beyond Art? How does a Supreme Court case about a photograph apply to libraries--and what does it mean for the future of fair use? all pub- 2023-09-12 00:00:00 +0000 all bella-wetherington all
Section 230: More than a “Big Tech” Issue August 23, 2023

Libraries need protection from repercussions for the speech users promulgate on library servers, and they need to retain the ability to moderate harmful speech.

Section 230: More than a “Big Tech” Issue Libraries need protection from repercussions for the speech users promulgate on library servers, and they need to retain the ability to moderate harmful speech. all pub- 2023-08-23 00:00:00 +0000 all bella-wetherington all
Our Statement on Hachette v. Internet Archive and Controlled Digital Lending of Materials August 15, 2023

Librarians should be able to purchase and lend reasonably priced materials, and patrons should have a choice to borrow those materials in a variety of formats, including as scans for CDL.`

Our Statement on Hachette v. Internet Archive and Controlled Digital Lending of Materials Librarians should be able to purchase and lend reasonably priced materials, and patrons should have a choice to borrow those materials in a variety of formats, including as scans for CDL.` all pub- 2023-08-15 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Four Questions with Michelle Reed August 23, 2023

Get to know our new Research Manager, open access champion and plant whisperer.

Four Questions with Michelle Reed Get to know our new Research Manager, open access champion and plant whisperer. all pub- 2023-08-23 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Launching the eBook Pledge to Make eBook Markets Sustainable for the Long Term July 11, 2023

The systematic undermining of user rights and permissions in the digital realm is a threat to libraries, authors, and cultural institutions, and we must address this encroachment as a community.

Launching the eBook Pledge to Make eBook Markets Sustainable for the Long Term The systematic undermining of user rights and permissions in the digital realm is a threat to libraries, authors, and cultural institutions, and we must address this encroachment as a community. all pub- 2023-07-11 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Toward a Cooperative Vision: Library Futures's Response to the Hachette v Internet Archive Summary Judgement March 28, 2023

Judge Koeltl failed to recognize that copyright does not exist to protect an author or publisher’s right to profit.

Toward a Cooperative Vision: Library Futures's Response to the Hachette v Internet Archive Summary Judgement Judge Koeltl failed to recognize that copyright does not exist to protect an author or publisher’s right to profit. all pub- 2023-03-28 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Meet Our New Fellows! Policy Fellow Juliya Ziskina and Community Fellow Emily Finch May 12, 2022

How thwarted access to a 19th century paper and a burned Girl Talk CD turned our new fellows into information rights activists.

Meet Our New Fellows! Policy Fellow Juliya Ziskina and Community Fellow Emily Finch How thwarted access to a 19th century paper and a burned Girl Talk CD turned our new fellows into information rights activists. all pub- 2022-05-12 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Statement on the Association of American Publishers Suit Against the State of Maryland December 09, 2021

Ultimately, this lawsuit demonstrates the commercial publishing industry’s continued disdain for the librarians, educators, and the public.

Statement on the Association of American Publishers Suit Against the State of Maryland Ultimately, this lawsuit demonstrates the commercial publishing industry’s continued disdain for the librarians, educators, and the public. all pub- 2021-12-09 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin kyle-k-courtney all
iFixIt and Library Futures Team up to Provide 100 Pro Tech Repair Kits to Public Libraries December 02, 2021

How is your computer system similar to the library ebook on your tablet or the journal article you downloaded from a library vendor? In more ways than you might think!

iFixIt and Library Futures Team up to Provide 100 Pro Tech Repair Kits to Public Libraries How is your computer system similar to the library ebook on your tablet or the journal article you downloaded from a library vendor? In more ways than you might think! all pub- 2021-12-02 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Let's talk Systemic Market Failures: What the Penguin Random House/Simon & Schuster Merger Means for Libraries December 01, 2021

Publishers make money merely by owning things. When fewer publishers own more things, we all suffer.

Let's talk Systemic Market Failures: What the Penguin Random House/Simon & Schuster Merger Means for Libraries Publishers make money merely by owning things. When fewer publishers own more things, we all suffer. all pub- 2021-12-01 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin daniel-takash all
Let's Broadband Together: A New Collaboration with Consumer Reports July 13, 2021

Let's Broadband Together: A New Collaboration with Consumer Reports all pub- 2021-07-13 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Publishers Are Using E-Books to Extort Schools and Libraries April 20, 2021

Our Executive Director on what happens when schools, pandemics, and publisher licensing restrictions meet.

Publishers Are Using E-Books to Extort Schools and Libraries Our Executive Director on what happens when schools, pandemics, and publisher licensing restrictions meet. all pub- 2021-04-20 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Who can watch this year’s Academy Award nominees? April 13, 2021

Some Oscar-nominated films will not be available to those who rely on libraries to access culture for the first time this year.

Who can watch this year’s Academy Award nominees? Some Oscar-nominated films will not be available to those who rely on libraries to access culture for the first time this year. all pub- 2021-04-13 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Mythbusting Controlled Digital Lending: Watch the video, learn the facts! February 12, 2021

Controlled digital lending uses library superpowers to expand access and equity to digital materials, enhancing discoverability, availability, and accessibility for creative works.

Mythbusting Controlled Digital Lending: Watch the video, learn the facts! Controlled digital lending uses library superpowers to expand access and equity to digital materials, enhancing discoverability, availability, and accessibility for creative works. all pub- 2021-02-12 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
Introducing The Blue Skies Statement: An Equitable Policy Vision for Libraries March 26, 2025

Part statement of values, part policy statement, this document presents a positive framework for libraries to thrive in an increasingly hostile environment.

Introducing The Blue Skies Statement: An Equitable Policy Vision for Libraries Part statement of values, part policy statement, this document presents a positive framework for libraries to thrive in an increasingly hostile environment. all pub- 2025-03-26 00:00:00 +0000 all library-futures all
New Research Report: Neo-Censorship in U.S. Libraries February 13, 2025

An in depth look at how a vocal minority of activists are using "pornography" as a bogeyman to erode free speech and information access in schools and libraries.

New Research Report: Neo-Censorship in U.S. Libraries An in depth look at how a vocal minority of activists are using "pornography" as a bogeyman to erode free speech and information access in schools and libraries. all pub- 2025-02-13 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-reed tova-gaster all
Unlocking OER for Public Libraries November 08, 2023

How Open Educational Resources can help public libraries--and how they already have.

Unlocking OER for Public Libraries How Open Educational Resources can help public libraries--and how they already have. all pub- 2023-11-08 00:00:00 +0000 all michelle-reed milo-santamaria all
Introducing Principles on Library Ownership of Digital Books June 12, 2024

Library ownership is key to an equitable digital future. These principles guide the way.

Introducing Principles on Library Ownership of Digital Books Library ownership is key to an equitable digital future. These principles guide the way. all pub- 2024-06-12 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all
The Publisher Playbook: A Timeline March 06, 2024

The Publisher Playbook: A Timeline all pub- 2024-03-06 00:00:00 +0000 all milo-santamaria all
Introducing Controlled Chaos: Where the Wild Things Read June 24, 2025

A zine by incarcerated library workers at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center.

Introducing Controlled Chaos: Where the Wild Things Read A zine by incarcerated library workers at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center. all pub- 2025-06-24 00:00:00 +0000 all laura-crossett all
Library Futures Receives $2.5 Million Arcadia Foundation Grant June 26, 2025

Thanks the Arcadia Foundation for their support of our work to create an equitable digital future for libraries.

Library Futures Receives $2.5 Million Arcadia Foundation Grant Thanks the Arcadia Foundation for their support of our work to create an equitable digital future for libraries. all pub- 2025-06-26 00:00:00 +0000 all jennie-rose-halperin all