Nick Tanzi
@ntanzi.bsky.social
Librarian, author, speaker, and technology enthusiast. For speaking engagements, or to read my thoughts on the intersection of libraries and emerging tech: https://the-digital-librarian.com/
I recently traveled to Denver to speak at the Library Journal Directors' Summit.
As an added bonus, I got to have dinner with my cousin and his girlfriend, who had just moved to Denver the week before!
As an added bonus, I got to have dinner with my cousin and his girlfriend, who had just moved to Denver the week before!
October 25, 2025 at 4:46 PM
I recently traveled to Denver to speak at the Library Journal Directors' Summit.
As an added bonus, I got to have dinner with my cousin and his girlfriend, who had just moved to Denver the week before!
As an added bonus, I got to have dinner with my cousin and his girlfriend, who had just moved to Denver the week before!
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Good new article on how public libraries are a key part of public health infrastructure, and need to be supported as such. www.wbur.org/cognoscenti/...
Libraries are public health hubs
The roots of community health and wellness extend out into the 9,000 or so public libraries across the U.S., writes Katherine O'Malley. But the Trump administration has moved to end federal funding fo...
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September 9, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Good new article on how public libraries are a key part of public health infrastructure, and need to be supported as such. www.wbur.org/cognoscenti/...
Hot off the press: @ala-pla.bsky.social has published their Public Library Staffing Report: Results from the 2024 PLA Annual Survey. #libraries
www.ala.org/news/2025/08...
www.ala.org/news/2025/08...
PLA Releases Results from the 2024 Public Library Staff Survey
The Public Library Association (PLA) has released the 2024 Public Library Staff Survey report. The annual surveys since 2020 have followed a rotating series of topics—Technology, Staff, and Services f...
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September 5, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Hot off the press: @ala-pla.bsky.social has published their Public Library Staffing Report: Results from the 2024 PLA Annual Survey. #libraries
www.ala.org/news/2025/08...
www.ala.org/news/2025/08...
A look at the impact of generative AI on library collections. I included some examples of library collection development policies that address AI-generated materials. #library #ai
the-digital-librarian.com/2025/08/05/a...
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Addressing AI-Generated Materials in the Library Collection - The Digital Librarian
Generative AI is reshaping the publishing industry—and libraries are beginning to notice the impact on our collections.
the-digital-librarian.com
August 16, 2025 at 2:38 PM
A look at the impact of generative AI on library collections. I included some examples of library collection development policies that address AI-generated materials. #library #ai
the-digital-librarian.com/2025/08/05/a...
the-digital-librarian.com/2025/08/05/a...
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Just saw @ntanzi.bsky.social 's excellent account of the quandaries librarians face with AI-generated books. Will definitely cite some of his examples in my webinar tomorrow the-digital-librarian.com/2025/08/05/a...
August 7, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Just saw @ntanzi.bsky.social 's excellent account of the quandaries librarians face with AI-generated books. Will definitely cite some of his examples in my webinar tomorrow the-digital-librarian.com/2025/08/05/a...
The Mellon Foundation has announced the appointment of Dr. Carla Hayden as a senior fellow.
As part of the Foundation’s fellowship, Dr. Hayden will "serve as strategic counsel on the advancement of libraries, archives, and the broader public knowledge ecosystem."
www.mellon.org/news/mellon-...
As part of the Foundation’s fellowship, Dr. Hayden will "serve as strategic counsel on the advancement of libraries, archives, and the broader public knowledge ecosystem."
www.mellon.org/news/mellon-...
Mellon Foundation
The Mellon Foundation makes grants to actively unlock the power in the arts and humanities that helps connect us all.
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July 7, 2025 at 6:23 PM
The Mellon Foundation has announced the appointment of Dr. Carla Hayden as a senior fellow.
As part of the Foundation’s fellowship, Dr. Hayden will "serve as strategic counsel on the advancement of libraries, archives, and the broader public knowledge ecosystem."
www.mellon.org/news/mellon-...
As part of the Foundation’s fellowship, Dr. Hayden will "serve as strategic counsel on the advancement of libraries, archives, and the broader public knowledge ecosystem."
www.mellon.org/news/mellon-...
A follow-up to a 2018 study assessing the availability, licensing, and pricing of #library #ebooks in the U.S. and Canada.
www.infotoday.com/cilmag/jul25...
www.infotoday.com/cilmag/jul25...
FEATURE - Ebook Availability, Licensing, and Pricing in Canada and the U.S.: A Follow-Up Study
The current study’s focus on bestsellers and notable fiction and nonfiction provides a fairly accurate idea of what librarians face when selecting and maintaining digital content in 2025.
www.infotoday.com
July 6, 2025 at 2:18 PM
A follow-up to a 2018 study assessing the availability, licensing, and pricing of #library #ebooks in the U.S. and Canada.
www.infotoday.com/cilmag/jul25...
www.infotoday.com/cilmag/jul25...
"A recent Gallup poll found that Republicans and Democrats overwhelmingly agree that the government has a responsibility to reduce potential #AI harms, from national security to data privacy to job loss."
Worse Than Nothing
New poll shows voters overwhelmingly oppose GOP proposal to ban states from regulating AI
kidsandtech.substack.com
June 13, 2025 at 1:10 PM
"A recent Gallup poll found that Republicans and Democrats overwhelmingly agree that the government has a responsibility to reduce potential #AI harms, from national security to data privacy to job loss."
The June 2025 issue of American Libraries Magazine is now available as a free digital edition. #libraries
American Libraries
American Libraries - June 2025
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June 4, 2025 at 7:23 PM
The June 2025 issue of American Libraries Magazine is now available as a free digital edition. #libraries
"#Libraries have always been more than just places to house books—they are spaces where community connection and belonging can thrive."
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Rooted in connection: Libraries designing for belonging and community
Despite living in an age of unprecedented digital connectivity, people are feeling the increasing effects of loneliness and isolation. These challenges extend beyond individuals, weakening the health,...
www.webjunction.org
May 22, 2025 at 3:18 PM
"#Libraries have always been more than just places to house books—they are spaces where community connection and belonging can thrive."
www.webjunction.org/news/webjunc...
www.webjunction.org/news/webjunc...
"Library groups in the state are hailing passage of a bill they say would protect them and their patrons from “predatory” publishing industry practices on ebooks and audiobooks." #libraries #publishing
CT Libraries Hail Passage of Ebook Licensing Legislation | CT News Junkie
Library groups in the state are hailing passage of a bill they say would protect them and their patrons from “predatory” publishing industry practices on ebooks and audiobooks.
ctnewsjunkie.com
May 16, 2025 at 11:44 PM
"Library groups in the state are hailing passage of a bill they say would protect them and their patrons from “predatory” publishing industry practices on ebooks and audiobooks." #libraries #publishing
The May 2025 issue of American Libraries Magazine is now available as a free digital edition. #libraries
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American Libraries
American Libraries - May 2025
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May 16, 2025 at 12:16 AM
The May 2025 issue of American Libraries Magazine is now available as a free digital edition. #libraries
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Some exciting news: I’ve been named a Library Journal Mover & Shaker for 2025! I'm honored to be in the company of so many inspiring colleagues, both among this year's Movers and throughout the library world, who are doing outstanding work every day. #libraries www.libraryjournal.com/story/nick-t...
May 13, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Some exciting news: I’ve been named a Library Journal Mover & Shaker for 2025! I'm honored to be in the company of so many inspiring colleagues, both among this year's Movers and throughout the library world, who are doing outstanding work every day. #libraries www.libraryjournal.com/story/nick-t...
Marshall Breeding's 2025 Library Systems Report has been released. This year's report sees further market consolidation, new innovations, and the impact of artificial intelligence. #libraries #ai
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2025 Library Systems Report | American Libraries Magazine
In the 2025 Library Systems Report, technology consultant Marshall Breeding covers recent platform upgrades, leadership changes, and AI enhancements in library tech.
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May 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Marshall Breeding's 2025 Library Systems Report has been released. This year's report sees further market consolidation, new innovations, and the impact of artificial intelligence. #libraries #ai
americanlibrariesmagazine.org/2025/05/01/2...
americanlibrariesmagazine.org/2025/05/01/2...
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Thank you @ntanzi.bsky.social for sharing the @iflaglobal.bsky.social statement on Copyright and AI! Yu can access it at repository.ifla.org/bitstreams/0...
It is nice when different, overlapping organizations agree with each other. #ai #libraries #copyright #skybrary
It is nice when different, overlapping organizations agree with each other. #ai #libraries #copyright #skybrary
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May 1, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Thank you @ntanzi.bsky.social for sharing the @iflaglobal.bsky.social statement on Copyright and AI! Yu can access it at repository.ifla.org/bitstreams/0...
It is nice when different, overlapping organizations agree with each other. #ai #libraries #copyright #skybrary
It is nice when different, overlapping organizations agree with each other. #ai #libraries #copyright #skybrary
Library patrons are largely unaware of publishers' unfair licensing terms when selling ebooks and audiobooks to libraries. We need to address this awareness gap! I'm glad to see our consortium launch this #ebook advocacy page: www.livebrary.com/econtentFAQs #libraries #publishing
April 29, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Library patrons are largely unaware of publishers' unfair licensing terms when selling ebooks and audiobooks to libraries. We need to address this awareness gap! I'm glad to see our consortium launch this #ebook advocacy page: www.livebrary.com/econtentFAQs #libraries #publishing
Library Journal has published their Periodicals Price Survey for 2025, which explores new and emerging pricing and sales models and discusses trends in the serials marketplace. #libraries
Learning from the Past | Periodicals Price Survey 2025
This year, we cast both a look back to see what can be learned from the past, and a look forward to consider what might be heading our way in the coming years.
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April 29, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Library Journal has published their Periodicals Price Survey for 2025, which explores new and emerging pricing and sales models and discusses trends in the serials marketplace. #libraries
This is a good, practical list of ideas for promoting #sustainability both at your library and in your community. #libraries
27 Sustainability Ideas to Implement Right Now | American Libraries Magazine
Even small sustainable actions are meaningful. Here are 27 low-lift sustainability ideas that libraries of any type or size can implement.
americanlibrariesmagazine.org
April 27, 2025 at 2:42 PM
This is a good, practical list of ideas for promoting #sustainability both at your library and in your community. #libraries
I recently came across this "FLY BRARY" at the Lethbridge Airport, on my way to the Southern Alberta Library Conference. #libraries #LittleFreeLibrary
April 26, 2025 at 6:16 PM
I recently came across this "FLY BRARY" at the Lethbridge Airport, on my way to the Southern Alberta Library Conference. #libraries #LittleFreeLibrary