Romance is the most popular genre and a billion-dollar industry. Yet it suffers from stigma and students are shamed for this reading choice. Examine why you should embrace this genre that is both feminist and diverse. Survey the changing landscape of romance. Learn how to run a successful romance book club. Obtain collection development tips for YA and adult romance. Whether you are a romance veteran or romance virgin, this session is for you.

School Librarianship can be an isolating experience. Compound that experience with also being the only Black person, the only Native American, the only gay, lesbian, bisexual or non-binary in your place of work. What are the physical, mental and emotional consequences? What are the mitigating factors that can help to sustain this unique position? Part of the purpose of this workshop will be to provide space to share experiences and identify protective measures to sustain a career in libraries.

On-Demand 2-Part Webinar Series: Project Management

On-Demand Webinar - 2-Part Project Management Webinar Series (Part One): Project Management Essentials

In this session, trustees will learn the basics of intellectual freedom related to their role, and how First Amendment rights are related to policies and access in our public- and public-school libraries.

On-Demand Webinar - Accessible and Inclusive Library Design

On-Demand Webinar - 2-Part Project Management Webinar Series (Part Two): More Agile Teams and Collaborations

Current Issues

Fundamentals of Cataloging 2025 - Session 1.0

Learn more American Sign Language vocabulary and grammar appropriate for use in a library setting and place that information within a linguistic and cultural context to aid participants in improving library services to patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing.

A four week asynchronous course on Connecting Information Literacy Efforts to Student Retention

This course will provide some beginner information on mindfulness practice and create a foundation for incorporating it into the broader library environment.

Gain a comprehensive grounding in Library of Congress Classification (LCC) principles and practice.

Learn practical ways we can use picture books to launch discussions around social justice and equity.

Fundamentals of Preservation 2024 - Session 4.0

Discover how you can make your library a more welcoming place for patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Learn how to think outside of the box with professional development and training in order to retain great staff members.

Learn how to create and conduct a diversity audit, evaluate materials for inclusivity, and develop strategies for library users to find diverse materials in the collection.

Learn how to support staff through deliberate communication practices and building a community.

Dallas Public Library will discuss their early literacy program “Here Comes Kindergarten” and share their planning process, results, and lessons learned.

Fundamentals of Collection Development and Management 2024 - Session 5.0

Organization & Personnel Management

Reference Interview 101

Fundamentals of Electronic Resources Acquisitions 2024 - Session 5.0

In this webinar, you’ll learn how your library can establish a Teen Advisory Board or enhance an existing program.