Join us for a lively conversation featuring the finalists of the 2025 YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Award! Moderated by Albany High School Librarian Alicia Abdul, the authors will share insights into the inspiration behind their nominated titles, along with details about their research and storytelling processes.

Join the Director of Library Media Services for Atlanta Public Schools and subject matter experts from Beanstack for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Book Talks with Benny, an innovative AI-powered feature that brings reading engagement to life.

The Newbery Committee chooses the Medal winner behind closed doors, but here’s your chance to see how it works. Our expert Mock Newbery panel, the Heavy Medal Award Committee, discusses five of the best books of the year, following the process of the real Committee.

Learn to create library collections that are inclusive and reflect a diverse range of people, stories, and experiences.

Recommended for collection development librarians and staff.

Learn tangible ways to handle censorship, find allies, and ensure your library policies are up to date. 

Recommended for all levels and types of library personnel.
 

Join HarperCollins Children’s Books and SLJ for this FREE webcast to learn about new picture books, middle grade, and YA titles coming in Summer 2025. Hear from award-winning and bestselling authors Ziggy Marley, Paul Tremblay, and Cynthia Leitich Smith on their forthcoming 2025 titles!

Revolutionize your approach to user-centered services by implementing co-design practices in your library.

Recommended for outreach, programs, and services personnel.

Build stronger relationships with your community by improving your customer service skills.

Recommended for frontline librarians and staff.

Empower yourself and your team by learning fundamental budget management skills. 

Recommended for any library worker who manages a budget.

Learn practical ways to use AI tools to streamline work at your library in this introductory course.

Recommended for AI beginners; open to all levels and types of personnel.