Growing up poor, or poorer than friends, the library took that out of the equation & was a place I felt I was equal.

My local library has always been a place of refuge for me since I was a kid. As a child, I would check out book until I reached the limit (50 a week!) As a teen, I spent hours in the teen section, enjoying the books and the air conditioning, and as an adult, the library provided a quiet space where I could study for the LSATs. My local library has been there for me in every stage of my life, and I can't begin to describe how helpful it has been for me.

I use my local library and Libby every day to read books and ebooks. I wouldn't be able to afford all of the books if I had to buy them so I am grateful every day for these services.

My library has helped me as a young queer person to find comfort in the stories on the shelves of the library.

My public library has always been a place of comfort, providing a space for connecting with the world and my local community. It has such importance in my life that I visit the local library before I decide to buy a home.