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12/15/2025

AI, LLMs and Libraries, Oh My
by Marydee Ojala
Investigations into how AI and LLMs are affecting libraries, librarians, and their users provide important insights for internet librarians. https://www.infotoday.eu/Articles/Editorial/Featured-Articles/AI-LLMs-and-Libraries-Oh-My-172583.aspx

12/12/2025

INSIGHTS ON CONTENT: Tech That Makes Fun Holiday Gifts
by Michelle Fitzhugh-Craig
What should you buy for the special people in your life? Well, since this is a technology-focused column—and I love all things tech...

If you are one of these adults who is returning to school or attending for the first time, or if you know someone who is doing either, I’ve compiled answers to some of the questions that often arise, as they did for me.

12/10/2025

The Q&A on AI
by Justin Hoenke

And here we go, another article on everyone's favorite technology topic these days: AI. Chances are you've seen or read an article or two on AI...

A lot of times, the conversation around AI has a negative tone, like when people say, “we’re creating SkyNet just like in the terminator films!” These fears are warranted, but at the same time, there are always two sides of a coin.

12/08/2025

To mark the end of the year, ITI NewsBreaks, Information Today, and Computers in Libraries contributors are sharing the books they loved in 2025 and the books they are most looking forward to reading in 2026—whether for pleasure, education, or both. I hope this helps you find your next great read!

To mark the end of the year, ITI NewsBreaks, Information Today, and Computers in Libraries contributors are sharing the books they loved in 2025 and the books they are most looking forward to reading in 2026—whether for pleasure, education, or both.

10/17/2025

European Theses: New Landscape, New Challenges
by François Libmann

Access to European university theses has never been more crucial for researchers and information professionals. Between the generalization of direct access on university websites and the disappearance of two platforms, the landscape is evolving quickly.

https://www.infotoday.eu/Articles/Editorial/Featured-Articles/European-theses-new-landscape-new-challenges-171757.aspx

10/15/2025

INSIGHTS ON CONTENT: Adult School Can Be Cool
by Michelle Fitzhugh-Craig

If you are one of these adults who is returning to school or attending for the first time, or if you know someone who is doing either, I’ve compiled answers to some of the questions that often arise, as they did for me.

If you are one of these adults who is returning to school or attending for the first time, or if you know someone who is doing either, I’ve compiled answers to some of the questions that often arise, as they did for me.

10/13/2025

Lived Places Publishing’s Empathy Mission
by Marci Wilding

In the world of academic publishing, which often chases prestige, scale, and profit, Lived Places Publishing stands apart. Co-founded in 2021 by industry veteran David Parker, the company isn’t merely offering another catalog of academic texts - it’s creating a new way of seeing.

In the world of academic publishing, which often chases prestige, scale, and profit, Lived Places Publishing stands apart. Co-founded in 2021 by industry veteran David Parker, the company isn’t merely offering another catalog of academic texts - it’s creating a new way of seeing.

10/07/2025

At a town hall meeting yesterday, Baker & Taylor owner and CEO Aman Kochar said that while he had hoped to find another way forward for the company after its acquisition deal with ReaderLink was called off, he now does not see a sustainable path to keep the library wholesaler in business. https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/98777-baker-taylor-prepares-plan-to-shut-down.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawNSJNBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHvjmYIvWPCILb-bKR785W6OMD5hDcCrTDg15s8deot4wHGa8E2vcunTpim45_aem_qAohRhzmP4DDhBXPoj3Qvg

At a town hall yesterday, B&T owner and CEO Aman Kochar announced that following the termination of the ReaderLink acquisition deal, he does not see a path to keep the library wholesaler in business.

09/17/2025

The Summer I Paused: A Librarian’s Reflection on Boundaries and Belonging
by Loida Garcia-Febo

Summer is usually a whirlwind—suitcases half-packed between trips, slides fine-tuned at midnight, and name tags hanging from my neck like medals from the frontlines of library advocacy. For years, summer has meant conference halls, panels, keynotes, and vibrant conversations with colleagues from across the globe. As a librarian, advocate, and global representative, visibility is part of the role. So is movement. But this summer, I made a different choice. https://www.infotoday.eu/Articles/Editorial/Featured-Articles/The-Summer-I-Paused-A-Librarians-Reflection-on-Boundaries-and-Belonging-171130.aspx

09/15/2025

About Time: Imagining an AI-Rich Future for Campus OA Journal Publishing
by David Haden

Imagine that a gleaming, silver time machine is hovering outside your window. You decide to be brave, so you go toward it and pull open the door. “Where to?” says the elegant voice as you step aboard.

Imagine that a gleaming, silver time machine is hovering outside your window. You decide to be brave, so you go toward it and pull open the door. 'Where to?' says the elegant voice as you step aboard.

09/11/2025

Culinary Websites Have Been Cooking Up New Features
by Thomas Pack

Cooking websites and apps have whipped up a fresh batch of innovative new features during the past several months. These platforms have been striving to make cooking more efficient and engaging for home chefs...

Cooking websites and apps have whipped up a fresh batch of innovative new features during the past several months. These platforms have been striving to make cooking more efficient and engaging for home chefs.

09/10/2025

'We Will Be Remembered': Taylor Swift Programming at the Library
by Brandi Scardilli

Some people may have thought that after her record-breaking, economy-boosting, 21-month Eras Tour—during which she filmed and released a movie of the tour, put out a 31-track album, and became a mainstay at NFL games—Taylor Swift would be taking a break. But following a few quiet months, she came roaring back into the pop culture zeitgeist by doing her first podcast interview, announcing a new album dropping Oct. 3, and getting engaged.

You know what other cultural institution never takes a break? Libraries.

Some people may have thought that after her record-breaking, economy-boosting, 21-month Eras Tour—during which she filmed and released a movie of the tour, put out a 31-track album, and became a mainstay at NFL games—Taylor Swift would be taking a break. But following a few quiet months, she cam...