In episode 23 of the “How I Library” podcast, show host and I Love Libraries editor Phil Morehart speaks with actor, activist, and modern-day icon—and honorary chair of Banned Books Week 2025—George Takei about his new graphic novel, “It Rhymes with Takei,” his life and career, and, of course, how he libraries.
Ten librarians will win $5,000 and the recognition of a lifetime, and yours could be one of them!
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Host Phil Morehart speaks with award-winning actor, author, and musician David Duchovny (“The X-Files,” “Californication”) about his new book of poetry, “About Time: Poems,” his writing and music, his thoughts on book bans and censorship, and, of course, how he libraries. He also reads a brand-new poem for listeners.
Libraries are more than books. From teaching critical literacy skills to protecting your rights, today’s libraries are dynamic and essential community hubs.
Library users are passionate readers, and we’ve got resources for all varieties of book lovers.
Schools with a strong school library program ensure their students have the best chance to succeed.
Libraries and schools are experiencing unprecedented levels of attempts to remove books from their shelves.
Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone. Celebrate National Library Week, April 6 – 12, 2025.
Libraries are the heart of every community, but not everyone realizes their impact. Get involved to ensure libraries thrive for all.
Grace Lin, the lauded author and illustrator—and winner of a Newbery Honor, a Caldecott Honor, and a Children’s Literature Legacy Award—thinks libraries are places of wonder and magic for people of all ages. That’s why she proudly supports the American Library Association.
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