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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · 5d

Back on the Beeb to talk about spooky books. So much to cover I had to bring a suitcase… Always room for @dannyrobins.bsky.social, though!

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · 5d

It was a privilege to speak at last month’s London Libraries Conference. For me, the future of libraries depends on being clear about our purpose; to provide safe civic spaces, protect access to ideas in all their diversity and give people the skills and confidence to shape their own lives.

Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.bsky.social · 5d

The public #Librarian's role is more challenging than ever, @edjewell.bsky.social notes. Librarians deal with cultural foment, amidst a reading for pleasure crisis.

Yet #Libraries' power to grant safe spaces for challenging ideas remains undimmed.

www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/what-do...

A man is seen reading through a porthole in a library.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Aug 29

One of the highlights of my summer, the pilot of the Summer Book Buddies programme. Thanks to support from @readingagency and working together @Everychildjsy we've been able to keep more children engaged and enjoying reading over the holidays.

www.channel103.com/news/jersey/...

'Book Buddies' keeps children reading in summer holidays

Jersey Library has had a successful summer of reading when it comes to the young island community, with the holiday reading challenge and Book Buddies encouraging thousands of children to dive into a ...

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Aug 23

A wonderful piece in today’s Jersey Evening Post by my colleague Mark Brocklesby, connecting the British Library’s inspiring UnEarthed: The Power of Gardening, exhibition with a treasure from our own collections.

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.bsky.social · Aug 1

We have a webinar on 27 August exploring a @readingagency.bsky.social collaboration with local authorities to deliver library-led, Council-wide reading for pleasure strategies.

www.librariesconnected.org.uk/events/webin...

A woman smiles as she writes in a notepad in a library.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Aug 2

Libraries: ‘a vital act of civic generosity’.

A beautiful and moving tribute from Bernard Place in today’s Jersey Evening Post. Grateful for this powerful recognition of the role libraries play in our communities.

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.bsky.social · Aug 1

'It is without doubt a fascinating and challenging time to be a #Librarian', @edjewell.bsky.social remarks looks forward to his second year as our President.

Read Ed's thoughts on the opportunities and challenges facing the public #Library sector here:

www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/ed-jewe...

A librarian checks in a book at the counter.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Jul 31

Thanks Julie. Yes, much to do and much afoot and at its heart, literacy!

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.bsky.social · Jul 31

Our President @edjewell.bsky.social has been reflecting on one year in the role and looking forward to the opportunities and challenges to come for public #Libraries.

You can read Ed's thoughts below.

www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/ed-jewe...

Libraries Connected President Ed Jewell photographed at the Libraries Connected Awards. He is wearing a black suit and orange bowtie.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Jul 31

One year into my time as President of @librariesconnected.bsky.social, reflecting on the themes, priorities & partnerships shaping the future of public libraries. www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/ed-jewe...

Ed Jewell reflects on one year as Libraries Connected President | Libraries Connected

'I passionately believe that public libraries must play a critical role in supporting literacy and reading.'

www.librariesconnected.org.uk

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Jul 26

Really enjoyed having a chat with Jim Delbridge on BBC Radio Guernsey earlier this afternoon. If you fancy taking a dive into the world of libraries and my own somewhat idiosyncratic musical taste, it all kicks off at 3:09:10.

www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Jim Delbridge on BBC Radio Guernsey - 26/07/2025 - BBC Sounds

Crazy, unpredictable and addictive conversation from across the Channel Islands.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Jul 26

Enjoyed Jon Tarrant’s piece in the JEP today on AI, creativity & the value of reading.

Literacy isn’t just about decoding text, it’s about curiosity, critical thinking, and the ability to question the world around us. Which is why initiatives like the Summer Reading Challenge are so important.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Jun 15

That is awesome, Julie! What a fantastic week :) - pleased to have been a part of it.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Jun 11

Already got several of those…

Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Jun 11

Thanks Emily. Slightly concerned how the bow tie has become my signature move. Going to have to think what next, cravats…?

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.bsky.social · Jun 11

Closing #LCSeminar2025, @edjewell.bsky.social focuses on the theme of resilience. Libraries, he says, are a particularly resilient 'circulation system' pumping information around the community. Their role going forward will be to strengthen all forms of #Literacy, including around climate.

A female librarian shows a picture book to a young child.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Jun 11

Absolutely thrilled to give the amazing @buliejell.bsky.social the Libraries Connected President’s Special Achievement Award last night. A richly deserved accolade!

Julie Bell @buliejell.bsky.social · Jun 11

I am absolutely over the moon to receive the #Presidents special award @edjewell.bsky.social @librariesconnected.bsky.social such a fabulous way to end my career in #LancashireLibraries and congratulations to everyone who was nominated in the awards last night 🎉🎉

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · May 21

Great to see the Reading Rights interim report, published by
Booktrust. An inspiring and practical route map for how we might together build an ecosystem to support early years literacy; williamjoseph.blob.core.windows.net/williamjosep...

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · May 8

Preparing for this afternoon’s BBC Jersey Book Club with @alisonmossci.bsky.social. Today is all about #Liberation80 and what it means to be free.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · May 6

Great to see Jersey Library's exhibition of former Chief Librarian, Ash Dickinson's work feature in today's Jersey Evening Post. Ash and his wife Eva were deported to Germany in 1942, returning to the island in 1945. #Liberation80 #LiberationDay

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.bsky.social · Apr 14

Evidence from our members suggests that requests to remove books from public #Libraries are increasing, our President @edjewell.bsky.social notes in this @theguardian.com piece. www.theguardian.com/books/2025/a...

Librarians in UK increasingly asked to remove books, as influence of US pressure groups spreads

Anecdotal evidence suggests a rise in requests to take books off shelves, particularly LGBTQ+ titles

www.theguardian.com

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Apr 3

I really enjoyed this afternoon, Emily. Just shows the depth and breadth of talent in public libraries. Not an easy decision!

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Mar 28

A pleasure last night to be able to join in the celebrations to mark the success of Sasha Gibb’s innovative Common Ground project. An invigorating evening, asking us to think how we can make all our public spaces genuinely shared spaces.

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Mar 18

Great morning at the @librariesconnected.bsky.social Innovation Gathering.

ramjamuk.bsky.social @ramjamuk.bsky.social · Mar 18

@librariesconnected.bsky.social #LibrariesInnovate Marty's made a new friend in @edjewell.bsky.social at Libraries Connected

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Ed Jewell @edjewell.bsky.social · Mar 6

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