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Less time behind the books. More time for what matters.

At Junior Library Guild, we know your time is valuable. That's why we are an extension of your staff and your time by reading and vetting newly published books and delivering them each month. 

From discovering unexpected titles and keeping up with reading trends to building specialized collections and finding inspiration for your next library program, JLG helps you do more with less effort.

 

What would you do with more time?

Choose what matters most to you and see how JLG can help.
 
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Want to explore your options first? Request a sample quote delivered right to your inbox, with recommendations tailored to your library.

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  Keep the Momentum Going with Multi-Year Savings
  Save 20% with a multi-year membership and enjoy expertly curated, librarian-vetted books delivered month after month—while saving on every shipment.
Special Offer: April 1-May 15

For a limited time, get rewarded so you can stay ready for whatever your library needs next:

  • $50 Free book credits with every category 
    Perfect for fueling your next book club picks, reader giveaways, or those “just one more copy” moments.
  • Get an entry into our giveaway where two lucky winners will get to shine this neon sign in their space!*
    Hooray! It’s Library Day! Because every great library deserves a little glow-up… and this one is definitely shelfie-worthy.
  • Free LED dry-erase board**
    Ideal for shoutouts, book recs, and can’t-miss events, because your displays deserve to shine too.

We’re confident you’ll love JLG and see why so many libraries choose to become official members! Ready to get started?

*Please note, there is no purchase necessary to enter this giveaway. Only one entry per person. Open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry and who are currently employed as a librarian, media specialist, or similar educational professional. 1 winner will be randomly selected on May 19, 2026. For more information, please read the full terms and conditions here.
**LED Board is available when you purchase four categories or more.


# of Categories Added Book Credit Amount
1 $50
2-4 $75 per category
5+ $100 per category
                *Bonus Book Credits for added categories are valid for up to $500

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Why Junior Library Guild?

 ★ Collection Development assistance – experts across all categories

★New title discovery - Mix of high interest and diamonds in the rough

★Collection “recency”; keep your collection current

★One invoice for 12 months of product

★Professional Reviews

★JLG reads every one of our selections

★Discounts on GOLD STANDARD backlist books!

★Books that ship FAST - Avg order ships within 3-5 days. 95% fill rate

★Almost 100 years of collection development experience

★Partnership with SLJ/LJ/Horn Book to help navigate library challenges

★#UnboxJLG Loyalty SWAG



1 Emojis (40 x 40 px) (1).png  Free LED Dry-Erase Board*
  Perfect for shoutouts, book recs, and can’t-miss events, because your displays deserve to shine too. Scroll down to see it in action! Includes an acrylic board (12 inches), stand, 7 markers, 2 cleaning cloths, and a USB charger.

2 Emojis (40 x 40 px).png  Win a Neon Sign Sweepstakes**
  Two lucky winners will light up their space with a custom neon sign—because every great library deserves a little glow-up (and this one is definitely shelfie-worthy).

3 Emojis (40 x 40 px).png  Free Book Credits with Every Category Renewed and Added
  Stock up on even more must-have titles. Browse categories here.
*For new customers, the LED Board is available with the purchase of three or more categories. It will ship between August and October. Orders on purchase order (PO) or payment hold will ship once the account is released from hold. This offer excludes accounts subject to active contractual discount agreements, or legacy discounts. All applicable contract terms and pricing will remain unchanged. 

**No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes. Enter here. Only one entry per person. Open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry and who are currently employed as a librarian, media specialist, or similar educational professional. 1 winner will be randomly selected on May 19, 2026. For more information, please read the full terms and conditions here.

***Please note that this promotion cannot be combined with other discounts. Promotions may not be available in AZ.



1 Emojis (40 x 40 px) (1).png  Free Book Credits with Categories Renewed
  Renew your current categories and receive bonus credits redeemable for previously released JLG titles.

# of Categories Renewed Book Credit Amount
1-3 $30
4-6 $50
7-9 $75
10 $100

2 Emojis (40 x 40 px).png  Bonus Book Credits with Every Category Added*
  Explore new reading interests while earning bonus credits for every category added. Browse categories here.

# of Categories Added Book Credit Amount
1 $50
2-4 $75 per category
5+ $100 per category
                *Bonus Book Credits for added categories are valid for up to $500

3 Emojis (40 x 40 px).png  Get 20% Off Multi-Year Orders
  Enjoy consistent deliveries of expertly selected books while protecting your budget for years to come.


Early Bird Renewal Offers: May 18 - May 31


Choose Your JLG Journey*
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  Win a Mobile Library Repair Shop (EXTENDED! Enter by October 2)
   Join by October 2 for an automatic entry to win a Mobile Library Repair Shop, complete with a mobile workbench, storage drawers, and a book repair kit.
 
***Please note, there is no purchase necessary to enter this giveaway. Only one entry per person. Open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry and who are currently employed as a librarian, media specialist, or similar educational professional. The entry period for the giveaway has been extended. The Sweepstakes will now close at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 2, 2026. All other terms and conditions of the Official Rules remain unchanged. 1 winner will be randomly selected on October 7, 2026. For more information, please read the full terms and conditions here.
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Why Junior Library Guild?

 ★ Collection Development assistance – experts across all categories

★New title discovery - Mix of high interest and diamonds in the rough

★Collection “recency”; keep your collection current

★One invoice for 12 months of product

★Professional Reviews

★JLG reads every one of our selections

★Discounts on GOLD STANDARD backlist books!

★Books that ship FAST - Avg order ships within 3-5 days. 95% fill rate

★Almost 100 years of collection development experience

★Partnership with SLJ/LJ/Horn Book to help navigate library challenges

★#UnboxJLG Loyalty SWAG


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Productivity

12 million hours each year – that’s how much time JLG saves members by reviewing thousands of books and choosing the best of the best for our collection and yours.

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Achievement

JLG member schools are more likely to see a 39-40% increase in reading scores than non-member schools.*

*Source: MDR eCPR analysis, winter 2015

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