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Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
17 hours ago

Broadway is transforming into a massive free library for Earth Day

New York City will host a car-free bookish block party for Earth Day featuring free books and literary programming.
#audiobooks
Parenting
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Audiobook recommendations for kids, according to a children's book critic

Audiobooks create shared experiences for families and enhance children's enjoyment of stories during activities like road trips.
#spotify
Books
fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation
2 days ago

Spotify launches physical book sales in the US and UK via Bookshop.org partnership

Spotify now allows users to purchase physical books through its app, partnering with Bookshop.org for this feature.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Mobile UX

Spotify fixes my major frustration with audiobooks - here's how to use Page Match

Books
fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation
2 days ago

Spotify launches physical book sales in the US and UK via Bookshop.org partnership

Spotify now allows users to purchase physical books through its app, partnering with Bookshop.org for this feature.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Mobile UX

Spotify fixes my major frustration with audiobooks - here's how to use Page Match

#e-reader
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 days ago
Gadgets

World's Tiniest E-Reader Is The Size Of An AirPods Case - And It Makes You Read More - Yanko Design

The Pala One is a compact e-reader designed for maximum portability, enhancing the reading experience by making books always accessible.
fromEsquire
1 month ago
Gadgets

The 3 Best E-Readers That Fit in Your Pocket

The Boox Palma 2 is a pocket-sized color e-reader with stylus support, smooth refresh rates, and compatibility with popular reading apps, offering premium features at a higher price point.
Gadgets
fromEsquire
1 month ago

The 3 Best E-Readers That Fit in Your Pocket

The Boox Palma 2 is a pocket-sized color e-reader with stylus support, smooth refresh rates, and compatibility with popular reading apps, offering premium features at a higher price point.
US politics
fromWIRED
5 days ago

The Internet's Most Powerful Archiving Tool Is in Peril

US media companies are restricting the Wayback Machine's ability to archive their content, despite benefiting from its preservation of information.
Fundraising
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Volunteers Help Brooklyn Book Bodega Give Books to Kids

Brooklyn Book Bodega increases access to books for children and families, fostering a love for reading in underserved communities.
Film
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

Librarians on Film: Clips + Commentary (SF Main Library)

Librarians are depicted in various ways in cinema, showcasing both stereotypes and positive representations through selected film scenes.
Higher education
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help

Blind students face significant challenges due to inaccessible learning materials in online education programs.
#amazon
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect your e-reader with new books

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem starting May 20, 2026.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect your e-reader with new books

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem starting May 20, 2026.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

The pleasure of books in the digital age

The debate over digital archiving versus physical books highlights the unique engagement and sensory experience that books provide in a digital age.
#kindle
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 week ago

How to quickly convert EPUB files to Kindle format - and why it matters

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem, limiting access to new content.
Gadgets
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Kindle owners mourn as Amazon cuts off service for older devices. See the full list of impacted e-readers

Amazon is discontinuing support for older Kindle devices released in 2012 or earlier starting May 20.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

The base model Kindle is my secret weapon against doomscrolling - and it's on sale

Using a Kindle instead of a phone can reduce distractions and improve focus throughout the day.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 week ago

How to quickly convert EPUB files to Kindle format - and why it matters

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem, limiting access to new content.
Gadgets
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Kindle owners mourn as Amazon cuts off service for older devices. See the full list of impacted e-readers

Amazon is discontinuing support for older Kindle devices released in 2012 or earlier starting May 20.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

The base model Kindle is my secret weapon against doomscrolling - and it's on sale

Using a Kindle instead of a phone can reduce distractions and improve focus throughout the day.
#literacy
Fundraising
fromEpicenter NYC
3 weeks ago

How three Brooklyn moms are helping kids build their own home libraries - Epicenter NYC

Brooklyn Book Bodega has provided over 260,000 children and families with access to books and events promoting a love of reading.
Fundraising
fromEpicenter NYC
3 weeks ago

How three Brooklyn moms are helping kids build their own home libraries - Epicenter NYC

Brooklyn Book Bodega has provided over 260,000 children and families with access to books and events promoting a love of reading.
#public-libraries
Social justice
fromTruthout
4 weeks ago

Why Libraries Matter in a Fascist Moment

Public libraries are vital infrastructure enabling free access to knowledge, gathering spaces, and shared intellectual life that authoritarianism seeks to eliminate.
Social justice
fromTruthout
4 weeks ago

Why Libraries Matter in a Fascist Moment

Public libraries are vital infrastructure enabling free access to knowledge, gathering spaces, and shared intellectual life that authoritarianism seeks to eliminate.
Education
fromMission Local
1 month ago

In a Bayview warehouse, kids scour dozens of shelves for 5 free books

The Children's Book Project provides free books to low-income students through warehouse field trips and has distributed over 3.4 million books across California since 1992.
Film
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The ultimate entertainment budget hack: Your local library

Local libraries offer free access to books, ebooks, DVDs, and audiobooks as a cost-effective alternative to expensive movie tickets and streaming services.
Podcast
fromRAIN News
1 month ago

Podstock releases AI assistant promising podcast publisher liberation

Podstock launched Agent, a purpose-built AI assistant for podcast businesses that automates analytics, inventory planning, and campaign execution directly within client workflows.
Books
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

The Boston Public Library is the star of Kate Quinn's latest NYT bestseller

Kate Quinn's latest novel, 'The Astral Library,' is a love letter to books and Boston, inspired by her experiences at the Boston Public Library.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago

How Libraries Shape AI Literacy on Campus

Librarians have been actively collaborating and talking about it almost every day, whether it's creating tutorials and digital learning objectives or thinking about the conversations to have with instructors. It can feel like cognitive dissonance to be actively working with AI on a regular basis and also saying we're constantly thinking about the harms and the biases.
Higher education
Remodel
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Multnomah County Retrofits Its Libraries for the People

The renovated Albina Library transforms from a historic building into a multipurpose community hub offering ESL classes, maker spaces, teen areas, and cultural programming beyond traditional book lending.
#kindle-scribe
Books
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Southwark Libraries named London winner for 2026

Google Southwark Libraries won the British Book Awards 2026 Library of the Year for reconnecting communities with local library services and resources.
Podcast
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Audible's new plan is $9 a month and still includes an audiobook credit

Audible's new $9 Standard plan offers monthly audiobook credits and ad-free content, making premium audiobook access more affordable despite losing permanent ownership of downloads.
Music production
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Spotify Continues Its March Into the Book World

Spotify launched audiobook charts and introduced features like Page Match technology and a Bookshop partnership to expand its audiobook platform and attract readers.
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Publishers are blocking the Internet Archive for fear AI scrapers can use it as a workaround

"A lot of these AI businesses are looking for readily available, structured databases of content," Robert Hahn, head of business affairs and licensing for The Guardian, told . "The Internet Archive's API would have been an obvious place to plug their own machines into and suck out the IP."
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It's like a giant book club': how schools are getting children excited about reading again

Research has shown there is a reading for pleasure crisis among children in the UK, where enjoyment of books has fallen to its lowest level in two decades. Not so here at Christ Church primary, a tiny Church of England school tucked behind the maze of HS2 construction works in Camden, north London, where children fizz with excitement about books.
Books
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Audiobooks don't really count as reading? Think again. - Harvard Gazette

The neural networks that process written and oral language are deeply intertwined and largely overlap when reading print books or listening to audiobooks. There isn't much of a difference between the brain network for reading and the brain network for language comprehension. The brain area we call the 'letter box,' which processes print, is not as engaged when you listen, but it has been shown that when some people listen to words, they visualize them, so the letter box gets activated as well.
Education
UX design
fromMedium
3 months ago

How reading patterns have changed

Primary button placement should align with left-to-right scanning patterns and evolving device-driven consumption habits rather than rigid left-or-right rules.
Education
fromwww.timesheraldonline.com
2 months ago

Bay Area library pods blow up on social media

Benicia Public Library is piloting temporary pods that provide dampened privacy for Zoom meetings, interviews, and study while evaluating permanent purchase and grant funding.
Podcast
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Spotify is rolling out Audiobook Charts | TechCrunch

Spotify launches weekly Audiobook Charts for the U.S. and U.K., ranking top audiobooks by overall and genre categories based on listening behavior and engagement.
Books
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Everyone Tells Me It's the Way to Read. I'll Never Give In.

A Gen Z reader reads exclusively physical books, completing over 100 annually, finding them superior to digital formats for genuine reading engagement and enjoyment.
Education
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Bay Area library pods blow up on social media

Benicia Public Library is piloting temporary Nook-brand pods to provide quiet, private spaces for online meetings and interviews, with potential grants-funded purchase.
Books
fromLos Angeles Times
32 years ago

New Central Library Succeeds as Urban Crossroads for L.A.

The Central Library's public reception contradicts critical reviews, with visitors responding positively to the Pfeiffer design and its urban contribution to downtown Los Angeles.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

I'm not ashamed to admit the Kobo Remote is the best gadget I've bought this year

Kobo releases a wireless page-turning remote for e-readers that connects directly via Bluetooth, offering convenient hands-free page turning without software modifications or clip-on attachments.
Books
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Library Lines: Contra Costa branches' 2025 digital checkouts broke record

Contra Costa County Library achieved a record 3,045,601 digital checkouts in 2025 via Libby, while Pinole Library will close March 1 for an 11-month renovation.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

How I effectively turned my regular tablet into an e-reader (and it works on iPad or Android)

Any iPad or Android tablet can mimic an e-reader with tweaks, offering larger storage and versatility but requiring adjustments to reduce eye strain and distractions.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

I Tried Alexa's Newest Feature for Kindle. I Actually Really Like It

Once Alexa+ is active, go into the notebook you want to share and tap the share icon in the upper-right corner. (You'll likely need to tap the top of the page for the menu bar to appear.) Once you click it, it'll ask if you want to share just the page or the notebook. Both options can be used to share with Alexa.
Gadgets
Books
fromBustle
1 month ago

"Immersive Reading" Will Finally Help You Open A Book Before Bed Instead Of Scrolling

Immersive reading—simultaneously reading a physical book while listening to its audiobook—enhances focus, retention, and enjoyment for readers struggling with concentration.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Last year I read 137 books': could setting targets help you put down your phone and pick up a book?

Public tracking and gamified reading goals risk turning reading into a competitive, metric-driven activity that can undermine enjoyment, deep engagement and sustainable reading habits.
Books
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

'The Librarians': Meet the heroes fighting against conservative book bans in the South

Curriculum reviews showed routine social-emotional learning materials, not indoctrination, amid coordinated book review efforts targeting LGBTQ+, race, and history in Texas schools.
Books
fromDefector
1 month ago

Confessions Of A Bookanizer | Defector

A reader maintains multiple simultaneous books across formats, frequently abandoning them for new interests, creating a chaotic reading pattern that diverges from conventional sequential completion.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Is It Necessary to Read Anymore?

I don't read that much these days. I am lucky now if I read one novel a month. I am ashamed to admit that my current book has been open for six weeks. This isn't me. I am a lifelong devoted reader: the kid who hauled home a bicycle basket full of books from the public library every Saturday, and the teenager who found solace in reading myself into other lives.
Books
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