Libraries will only exist for as long as we borrow from them. Consider it your civic duty | Jodi Wilson

"As an author, I often have readers apologise to me when they divulge that they borrowed my book from a library. That's when I tell them about the lending rights scheme, a federal government initiative that pays Australian authors and illustrators a commission every time their book is borrowed. So if you're a book borrower, don't feel guilty. You're tangibly supporting authors with every loan."

"In Tasmania the literacy rate is one of the lowest in Australia just under 50% and yet our statewide library service is flourishing as it works hard to support all members of society. Beyond the bookshelves are gathering spaces; a half-finished puzzle is a magnet for those with time on their hands, men sit in armchairs reading newspapers, feet shuffle and fingers type."

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