What is a community library? How you can ensure happy, thriving volunteers.

Running a community library? Learn what inspires volunteers, how to support them, and how libraries like yours are transforming local lives.

Tips to enhance your library services with digital media management

Discover actionable tips to enhance digital media access in your library. Learn best practices, tools like Simple Little Library System, and strategies to boost user engagement.

Automatic Cataloguing: The benefits of AutoCat in Simple Little Library System

Discover how AutoCat streamlines cataloguing by automating bibliographic data retrieval, saving time for librarians and ensuring an accurate, enriched library catalogue.

Unlocking creativity and critical thinking: GenAI in school libraries – Part 2

From sparking creativity to teaching critical evaluation and designing effective prompts, the ideas in this post are designed to help you integrate GenAI into your library lessons meaningfully

Future-proofing smaller libraries: 5 essential trends for 2025 and beyond

Explore 5 essential library trends for small libraries in 2025: digital literacy, resource management, accessibility, privacy, and community engagement. Future-proof your library today.

Stay connected: The best blogs, podcasts, and social media for school librarians 

By reading blogs, listening to podcasts, and leveraging social media, you can find creative solutions to enhance your school library and foster a love for reading in your community.

Choosing and using library classification system for your school library

Choosing and implementing a classification system might seem daunting, but it’s an opportunity to make your school library truly shine. Read on for some great ideas.

How can school librarians get started with the GenAI conundrum?  

By fostering discussions about GenAI’s capabilities and limitations, school librarians can encourage students to use these tools thoughtfully and responsibly.

What is an OPAC? Help users access your online library catalogue

Your library users will appreciate a responsive and thoughtfully designed OPAC – and you will reap the benefits of independent users. Read on for making the most of your library system.

How to design a school library that students will never want to leave 

By thoughtfully planning your library’s design you can create a space that transcends its walls, becoming a hub of creativity, collaboration, and discovery.