National Reading Year 2026
Celebrating the Power of Reading in Every Community
National Reading Year shines a spotlight on the importance of reading in bringing communities together. Discover how libraries can promote the initiative, boost engagement, and inspire more people to read—supported by ready-to-use digital assets and in-library tools.


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Optional text to voice with headphone jack and keyboard empowers impaired patrons.
SELF-SERVICE
Intuitive self-service solutions
selfCheck
Our self-checkout solutions with intuitive quickConnect software make borrowing and returning library items easy and enjoyable for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or language. With industry-leading accessibility features such as audio jacks and physical keyboards, as well as height-adjustability, text-to-voice features, and patron language selection, users can personalize their experience to meet their unique needs.
EXTENDED ACCESS
Redefining library access
open+
open+ access is a comprehensive system that allows libraries to provide consistent and flexible open hours, drive equitable access, and have more impact on their communities. Customizable for different library service models and spaces, open+ is a flexible solution that can be configured to meet the needs of your unique library.
SELF-SERVICE
Convenient self-service holds pick-up
remoteLocker
Increase library visibility and accessibility by offering convenient self-service holds pick-up, browsing, and returns anywhere in the community. This modular solution can be customized for any space, including outdoors, to offer those with non-traditional schedules access to library materials.
SECURITY
Innovative security solutions
RFID Gate
Protect your investment without sacrificing library accessibility or aesthetics. Offering the most accommodating aisle entrance for libraries, the RFID gate premium is perfect for wheelchairs, wide strollers, and large groups of students.
SELF-SERVICE
Seamless returns, instantly available
smartShelf Borrow
smartShelf Borrow offers patrons an all-in-one option for returning and borrowing books instantly. Patrons place items on the shelf and technology does the rest - automatically checking them in, removing them from patron accounts, and setting security. The integrated selfCheck allows patrons to quickly select and borrow recently returned items without having to search through library stacks.
MOBILE APP
Empowering patron choice and library efficiency
cloudCheck Mobile
cloudCheck Mobile App is Bibliotheca’s new solution that redefines patron interactions in libraries. From streamlined checkouts to seamless holds and renewals, cloudCheck mobile revolutionizes the library experience for digital natives and traditional patrons alike.

CUSTOMER STORIES
Empowering libraries
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SUNDERLAND LIBRARIES
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Customer Stories
Empowering Libraries Worldwide
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VIETNAM
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