Simple Little Library System

At SLA 2025 in Northampton? 🎉
Simple Little Library System comes with:
✅ No setup fees
✅ No long contracts
✅ Free trial, training + upgrades

Grab 10% off your first year today or tomorrow!
Best value for school libraries.

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We’re bringing the best-value library system to the SLA Conference next week.

And yes, we’re bringing discounts too (find them in our bookmarks 👀)

Come say hi and see what a simpler & affordable school library management looks like.

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Training volunteer librarians?

Skip the manuals. Show them how.

From our experience: hands-on beats handouts.
“See one, do one, teach one” saves time and builds confidence.

Kindness and clarity go a long way.

Have you seen this work too?

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The quietest student might be your most dedicated reader.
But you’ll only know that if you're looking at the right data.

We believe library data isn’t just admin. It’s insight.

Are you using reports from your library software?

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“It’s the system I would’ve designed myself.”
A librarian told us about Simple Little Library System.
Not “it works.” Not “it’s fine.”
But exactly what I needed.
We just kept it simple: easy cataloguing, human support, fair price. Software that feels right.

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Since 2000, 25% of UK public libraries have closed.
But nearly half reopened as community-run hubs ☕📖

They offer coffee, free Wi-Fi, space to gather.

Libraries are finding new purpose and the closures are slowing down.

Is yours part of it?

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Simplify your searching with One Search, the Library Discovery Tool One Search is an integrated library discovery tool that enables users to search across various library resources—such as books, articles, and media—through a single, unified search interface, simplify...

Library searches should be effortless.

Many still feel like finding a needle in a haystack.

A good One Search tool gives users simple, instant, relevant results — no headaches.

It’s not a luxury. It’s essential.

Would your users agree?

👉 simplelittlelibrarysystem.co.uk/articles/one...

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How can Simple Little Library System reports help you deliver a better school library service? Learn how school library reports can help you understand reading habits, track stock, support literacy, and make informed, confident decisions.

📚 What if library reports didn’t just track books—but helped shape better readers?

Simple ideas. Big impact.

Let’s rethink how data can serve our school libraries. 🌟

Read more: shorturl.at/iBotF

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Some library software forgets the librarian.

Built by IT. Priced for big orgs. Designed by… who knows?

So Penny Bailey, a Chartered Librarian, built a better one.

Simple & Affordable.

Ever used a tool that got you?

Check: simplelittlelibrarysystem.co.uk

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Library Volunteers: 5 Practical Ideas for Building a Stronger Community, One Book at a Time Discover 5 strategies to retain library volunteers, boost community impact, and attract new supporters. Ensure your team thrives with training, flexibility, and burnout prevention.

Volunteers keep libraries alive.
But even the best teams burn out without support. Here’s our new article about how to keep them strong:
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Smart, simple tips that make a big difference.
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The Essential Guide to Cataloguing and Classification Discover the essential differences between cataloguing and classification in libraries. Whether you manage a school, legal, or community library, learn how to organise your collection clearly and cons...

Cataloguing doesn’t have to be perfect. Just findable.

Clare Bilobrk’s guide is a clear, practical read for small libraries that want to stay organised without overthinking it. Well worth a look:
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Maybe community libraries aren’t outdated, just underimagined.
Young people want spaces that reflect their lives.
read: shorturl.at/d1jxv
What if community libraries teamed up with cafés, gyms, or local services?
Blend learning, leisure, and wellbeing
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You don’t need a big budget to build a great school library.

You need a smart plan.

Free guide: What works in 2025, what’s outdated, and what most schools miss → shorturl.at/X6eZ6

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Engaging and growing your community of library members Looking to grow your community library? Explore proven strategies for engaging members, increasing footfall, and building a stronger local presence.

If people don’t want to come to your library… nothing else matters.

To thrive, libraries need:
→ Warm, welcoming spaces
→ Targeted book stock
→ Digital access
→ Events that actually excite

Engagement is survival.

Read more: shorturl.at/tBbBm

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Don't forget! April is School Library Month! Get ideas 👇

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Panels like this remind us how essential school libraries are to sparking imagination and building lifelong readers. Looking forward to tuning in! 🎉📖 #SchoolLibraryMonth #schoollibrary #librarian

This is such a helpful resource—thank you for making advocacy easier and more doable for busy librarians! Can’t wait to share the love for #SchoolLibraryMonth all April long! 💛📚 #schoollibrarian #schoollibrary #librarians

Yes! Affirming books help students know they belong. A truly beautiful library reflects all its readers. 💖📚 #schoollibrarian #schoollibrary #librarians #inclusionmatters

Love seeing school libraries recognised as the heart of learning communities! The Charlestown High School Library sounds like a vibrant and inspiring space for students to grow. 💛📚 #schoollibrary #schoollibrarian #librarylove

That’s such an important point. IMLS funds have helped so many libraries pilot programs, reach underserved communities, and build capacity. Without that support, innovation will absolutely suffer. What ripple effects do you think we’ll see first in your area?

Community libraries run on kindness, energy, and love. But even the most passionate volunteers can burn out if they don’t feel supported.

We wrote this piece for you — the unsung heroes managing libraries on heart and hope alone: shorturl.at/2d2GN

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Teacher Librarians! Download a Free eBook on How to Build a School Library in 2025. With 25 years of experience serving school libraries, we’ve compiled everything you need to know. Download now!
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🚀✨ School librarians, are you ready to tackle the GenAI conundrum? 🤖📚 Dive into this must-read guide to get started with AI in your library!: 🌟https://shorturl.at/nBKFv

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This is the power of books! 📚 Providing stories in a child’s language brings comfort, connection, and a sense of belonging. Amazing to see these efforts making a real impact for refugee families. 💙 #ReadingForAll #InclusiveLibraries #LibraryLove #library #librarian #schoollibrarian

‘Librarians are always smart, a little nuts, and know how to party.’ – John Waters.

📚🎉 What’s something about librarians that people never expect—but totally should?

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!The ultimate librarian action figure: Includes shushing power, book-shelving skills, and the ability to find anything 📚🤫 ! :) #LibrarianSuperpowers #librarian #librarians #schoollibrarian #teacherlibrarian #skybrarian #tlskychat #tlchat #schoollibrary #library #uklibrarians #tlsky

That’s fantastic! Encouraging kids to set their own #readinggoals is such a great way to build lifelong readers. That Year 6 resolution is truly wonderful! 😍📚✨ #schoollibrarian #teacherlibrarian #library #librarian #schoollibrary

Are small libraries ready for the future? Discover 5 game-changing trends to keep community libraries thriving in 2025 and beyond! shorturl.at/GPv9k #librarians #library #libraries #communitylibraries #tlsky #tlchat #schoollibrary #schoollibrarian #schoollibrarians #uklibrary #uklibrarian

By 2025, small libraries will be essential hubs for digital literacy, community connection, & inclusive innovation.

Libraries aren’t just about books—they’re about empowering communities. 💡

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That’s amazing, Dahlia! Children’s literature is pure magic—every book is a chance to spark curiosity, empathy, and imagination. Thank you for sharing the joy of reading with young minds! What’s been your favorite discovery so far? 📚✨ #SchoolLibrarian #YouthServices #LibraryLife