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The American Library Association (ALA) is a leading organization dedicated to the promotion and improvement of library and information services across the United States. Established over 140 years ago, ALA advocates for the essential role libraries play in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all individuals. In addition to supporting library professionals through resources and advocacy efforts, ALA focuses on crucial issues such as intellectual freedom, censorship, and equitable access to information. Their commitment to fostering vibrant community hubs is reflected in various programs, events, and collaborative initiatives aimed at empowering libraries nationwide. Generated from the website

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Established in 1874, Follett Library Resources is one of several Follett Corporation operating companies. The company is a supplier of books and audiovisual materials to K-12 schools. In 1940, Garth Follett founded the Follett Library Book Company to specialize in books for K-12 schools. In 1994, the Follett Library Book Company was renamed Follett Library Resources to better reflect the growing realm of products and services available to its customers. These products and services include an inventory of K-12 books, e-books, audiovisual materials and electronic ordering, first available through the company s TITLEWAVE CD-ROM systems and then through its TITLEWAVE Internet resource. Follett Library Resources is headquartered in McHenry, Ill.