Public Library Association (PLA)

The Public Library Association (PLA) is a division of the American Library Association. PLA’s core purpose is to strengthen public libraries and their contribution to the communities they serve. Its mission is to enhance the development and effectiveness of public library staff and public library services.

Staffing for Results: A Guide to Working Smarter
Managing Facilities for Results: Optimizing Space for Services
Implementing for Results: Your Strategic Plan in Action
Film Programming for Public Libraries
Every Child Ready to Read® @ your Library® Toolkit for Spanish-Speaking Communities--digital download
The Bed Bug Guide for Public Libraries—eEditions PDF e-book
Library Space Planning: A PLA Guide—eEditions PDF e-book
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Pivoting during the Pandemic: Ideas for Serving Your Community Anytime, Anywhere
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Pivoting during the Pandemic: Ideas for Serving Your Community Anytime, Anywhere—eEditions PDF e-book
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Strategic Planning for Public Libraries—eEditions PDF e-book
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Strategic Planning for Public Libraries—print/e-book Bundle
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A Trauma-Informed Framework for Supporting Patrons: The PLA Workbook of Best Practices
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A Trauma-Informed Framework for Supporting Patrons: The PLA Workbook of Best Practices—eEditions PDF e-book
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Every Child Ready to Read, Second Edition Kit—digital edition
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2025 PLA Early Literacy Calendar—English language version—PDF download
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2025 PLA Early Literacy Calendar—Spanish language version—PDF download