Authors for Libraries

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Bringing Authors and Libraries Together

marilyn johnson quote ALTAFF is bringing authors and libraries together in a unique partnership to connect authors with libraries, Friends of the Library groups, and library Foundations as well as to keep authors informed about issues and concerns affecting libraries on a national level. For just $39 you will help strengthen support for libraries, connect with libraries, stay informed, and learn how your voice can help libraries throughout the country.

Connecting Authors with Libraries

lisa scottline quote Join ALTAFF through this program and you will receive a link from the ALTAFF website to your website where library staff, Friends groups, and Foundation staff can find information about upcoming tours to assist with scheduling library talks and book signings and well as information about forthcoming books and resources for book groups.

Informing Authors about Library Issues

By joining “Authors for Libraries” you will receive The Voice for America’s Libraries, ALTAFF’s bi-monthly newsletter with articles about issues and trends in libraries, highlights of creative programs and fundraising efforts from libraries, Friends groups, and library Foundations across the country, and details about how you can help advocate for libraries.

How to Join

  • Join online with a credit card (Visa, Mastercard, or American Express). It's easy and secure!
  • Use the convenient paper form. Mail to the address on the form with a check, purchase order, or credit card information. If using a credit card, please sign the “Signature line.”
  • Fax the  paper form (credit card or purchase order options only) to (215) 545-3821.
  • Call our office at (800) 545-2433, ext. 2161 between 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. We can take your information and credit card over the phone to process the order.

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"Authors for Libraries" is an affinity program of the Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations (ALTAFF). Joining the Authors for Libraries program does not include ALA personal membership.