Check Out Your Library
Celebrate the magic of libraries with inspiring stories, insider tips, and a peek behind the scenes of the Fiction & Film tour. Rediscover all the perks waiting for you at your local branch.
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Show off your library card: Announcing the 2024 contest award winners & honorable mentions
While every library cardholder is a winner in our book, here are a few of the standouts.
Annie Suhy
What you might’ve missed on the first “Check Out Your Library Fiction & Film tour”
This year’s tour may be over, but the fun doesn’t stop here. Check out the highlights and follow along for updates on our travels in 2025!
Annie Suhy
The 100 most frequently challenged books of the last decade
For Banned Books Week, here's a list from the American Library Association of the most banned books.
Madison Stoneburner Simon
Check Out Your Library Fiction & Film Tour: Having a ball at the library
The tour rolls on with a stop in Charlotte to meet Emily Farris, watch the Charlotte Knights, and more.
Jen Leitman
7 of the most common reading myths, busted!
We're here to set the record straight on these common misconceptions about reading, books, and libraries.
Annie Suhy
Introducing the Plot Threads shop for readers & film lovers
Show off your love of reading with merch from our redesigned shop.
Annie Suhy
75 surprising things you can find at the library
From pickleball to pasta makers, check out this list of unique things you might find at your local branch.
Annie Suhy
Las Vegas, Julia Whelan, club music & more—The “Check Out Your Library Fiction and Film Tour” kicks off
Check out more from our first stop in Las Vegas!
Jen Leitman
Check out your library in our first-ever nationwide “Fiction & Film Festival” tour
A summer of entertainment awaits... at your library!