Welcome to the Spring/Summer 2026 ALA Editions catalog, library lovers!
As the American Library Association celebrates its 150th anniversary and helps library workers plan for bright futures, new and noteworthy books published by the association reflect the inclusive and open-hearted spirit of librarianship that will guide the profession for centuries to come.
Over the course of a good day, week or month, plan a kindness campaign one morning, fight censorship without sacrificing your mental health over an afternoon, and plot an imaginative, archives-based literacy program as an evening nears! From digital literacy and intellectual freedom to AI governance and community care, our latest professional development resources help equip educators, LIS instructors, data scientists, library workers in all settings, and diverse communities of advocates and engaged patrons to lead with courage, compassion, and clarity in collaboration with others.
By engaging with ALA publications for your own professional development and personal edification, you’re also supporting your colleagues around the world: Purchases of ALA Editions, AASL, ACRL, PLA, and Core books fund advocacy, awareness, and accreditation programs for library and information professionals everywhere.
Just be sure to join ALA or renew your ALA membership too! As a member, you'll receive at least 10% off all our titles year-round along with discounts on ALA conferences like PLA, ALA Annual, ACRL, CORE Forum and ALSC, where ALA Editions authors are often the liveliest and most informative of speakers.
Want to get in touch with us to learn more about our titles in the meanwhile? Contact editionsmarketing@ala.org regarding digital desk copies if you’re considering adopting one of our titles as a course textbook or if you have other questions about our offerings, and sign up for one or more of our tailored mailing lists to ensure that you’re getting the updates you need when you need them.
We wish you stronger connections, growth, momentum, and access to what you need and love throughout Spring and Summer 2026, with even more of it all through the years to follow!
Happy 150th!
Daniel Montgomery, ALA Executive Director
and the Staff at ALA Editions
