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The Wisconsin Public Library Consortium brings together expertise and resources to support collaborative work resulting in greater equity and affordability for Wisconsin public libraries and their communities.

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About WPLC

Get a clear picture of our mission, history, and the partnerships that drive our work.

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Resources for Librarians

Explore resources designed to make your library work easier and more impactful.

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Resources for Patrons

Find helpful resources, troubleshooting tips, and more.

News from WPLC

Announcements, Updates, and Stories from Across the Consortium

  • Libby Update: Content Controls

    The next major release of Libby will introduce a new feature called  Content Controls. Content Controls allow users to configure what library content appears in Libby, for themselves or for their family, based on the intended audience for each book, audiobook, and magazine in the library collection. This feature is optional. When content controls are in effect,… Keep Reading

  • Shelf Talkers: How-To’s and Examples | Did You Know?

    Today, we’re turning the spotlight on Digital Library Shelf Talkers. You may have seen these short reviews/recommendations appear on various digital library title records. Shelf talkers are a great way to do some proactive readers’ advisory and help draw attention to titles that might fly under the radar or be checked out less often. Note:… Keep Reading

  • “Check Out Your Library” Campaign from OverDrive | Did You Know?

    In case you missed it, this year OverDrive launched “ Check Out Your Library ,” a multi-year campaign designed to celebrate and promote all that libraries have to offer – even beyond digital materials – and to help new and current patrons discover a new program, service, or resource at their local library.  If you… Keep Reading

FAQ

The Wisconsin Public Library Consortium (WPLC) is a group of all public library systems in Wisconsin. Each library system is a partner in the WPLC and has one seat on the WPLC Board, which serves as the main governance body.  There are several bodies that contribute to the governance of the Wisconsin Public Library Consortium, for more information, visit here.

Wisconsin’s Digital Library is available to all valid Wisconsin library card holders. The digital library provides access for library patrons to digital audio and e-books as well as other e-content on a wide range of subjects. Visit the library here!

Yes! The WPLC provides governance for statewide delivery and various technology projects. For more information, visit here.

Your local public library will be able to help you with anything Wisconsin’s Digital Library related. To connect with your local library, fill out the brief form here and someone will get back to you asap!