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CHICAGO — Today, the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) announced two speakers that will present at the . The conference will be held at the and surrounding hotels in San Diego, California, June 27-July 2.

Poet, educator, producer, and #1 New York Times bestselling author, , will discuss his new book, “Black Star." Set during the turbulent segregation era and the beginning of The Great Migration, the second book in the #1 New York Times bestselling “Door of No Return” trilogy stars Kofi’s granddaughter, Charley, as a baseball phenom with big dreams in a spellbinding story of struggle, determination, and the unflappable faith of an American family. Available September 2024.

Also joining the speaker lineup, actor and author, , will discuss his new book, “Good Night Thoughts,” a lovely picture book that offers a simple but complex message about acknowledging anxiety without succumbing to it. The book will appeal to so many little ones (and adults) out there who find that nighttime is when their thoughts carry the most weight. Available September 2024.

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The 2024 91´«Ã½ Annual Conference & Exhibition invites library professionals from around the world to engage in a variety of professional development opportunities, including the 91´«Ã½ President’s Program with 91´«Ã½ President Emily Drabinski; 91´«Ã½ division, chair, and round table sessions that will focus on the important topics and challenges that libraries face today; 91´«Ã½ leadership programs, 91´«Ã½ Governance sessions, and more. The event will host 175+ education programs, 700+ speakers/authors, and 650+ exhibitors.

will feature exhibitors showcasing innovative products and services and titles; publishers that will host established and new authors on nine live stages; “Meet the Authors” and the “Autographing Area” allowing opportunities for attendees to chat with authors and have books signed; e-zine and makerspaces for creative projects; the Podcast Recording Booth, where authors will record podcasts, free advanced reading copies of books, 91´«Ã½ @ the Beach, and additional fun activities.

The 91´«Ã½ JobLIST Placement and Career Development Center will offer career coaching, Mentoring on the Fly, an Open House and Job Fair, photography services, resume reviews, and career guidance workshops.

is the 2024 91´«Ã½ Annual host city and offers beautiful outdoor landscapes and weather, museums, restaurants, the San Diego Central Library, and other fun places to visit.

Visit the preliminary , with education and President & Chair programs, Ticketed Events, and exhibitors. Featured Speakers, leadership sessions, and activities will be added soon.

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Media interested in registering for the session may contact the 91´«Ã½ Communications and Marketing Office at cmomedia@ala.org.

About the 91´«Ã½
The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the 91´«Ã½ has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit .