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Online Books Page Links Millions of Books
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Online Books Page Links Millions of Books

by Meagan Frank

The Online Books Page is a large directory of more than 1.75 million free online books. Dr. Mark Ockerbloom, a digital library planner at the University of Pennsylvania, compiled the directory and he is passionate about making books no longer under copyright available to anyone who wants to read them. His current work revolves around getting all libraries to link into the information that is there for the taking.

Habitat Book Club Opens Eyes, Hearts
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Habitat Book Club Opens Eyes, Hearts

by Naomi Krueger

Volunteers who build houses with Habitat for Humanity want to make a difference for impoverished families. The Minneapolis chapter of Habitat for Humanity believes a book club available to their volunteers can help make the difference more impactful. Through book discussions and movie viewings, organizers want to educate and inspire people to deepen their conversations about poverty, prejudice, and homelessness. They hope to enhance their volunteer experience and, in turn, find more creative solutions. […]

Sharing Books in a Little Free Library
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Sharing Books in a Little Free Library

by Naomi Krueger

Todd Bol started the Little Free Library movement by building a small model of a one-room schoolhouse as a memorial to his mother, a teacher. Cofounder Rick Brooks says, “There is profound value in sharing a book that changed your life.” Now, in 48 countries around the world, you can find thousands of handcrafted little free libraries on urban streets and rural roads, in front yards and coffee shops. All sharing favorite books and promoting a sense of community. […]