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The British Library Public Lending Right is every eligible author's legal right to be remunerated when their books are borrowed freely from public libraries.

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Our latest PLR Irish newsletter is now available! From important updates and upcoming dates to helpful account reminders and a chance to meet the team behind the service, there's plenty to catch up on. Check your inbox and stay connected with all things PLR. #PLR #Authors #Books
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At PLR, we are happy to join children’s author @footieheroesbks in his support of public libraries. Libraries are places where reading journeys begin and a lifelong love of books can grow. 📖Join us during the #NationalYearofReading to celebrate the importance of libraries.
Yellow Public Lending Right poster with Matt Oldfield smiling and holding an open book beside “Go All In” reading campaign text; upbeat, encouraging design.

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“Reading broadens the mind, stimulates the imagination and increases literacy.” – Julia Donaldson We're proud to support authors and celebrate the vital role libraries play in inspiring a love of reading. #GoAllIn #NationalYearOfReading2026 #PLR #Libraries
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🚀 Registering your works doesn't have to be complicated. Follow our quick guide and get your titles added in just a few simple steps. 📚 #Authors #PLR #Books
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As we celebrate the #NationalYearOfReading, we're proud to support authors through #PLR. Every library loan helps connect readers with books, while PLR helps support the creators behind them. Thank you to @RobBiddulph for sharing why libraries and PLR matter. ❤️📖 #Libraries #PLR
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During the National Year of Reading 2026, we're proud to champion the power of libraries alongside some of the UK’s most popular authors. Libraries and PLR play an important part in supporting authors who are behind the books we borrow and love. Find out more 👉@go_all_in_2026
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⏰⏰⏰⏰ Final call! Make sure all your new book interests are registered by 23:59 tonight to be included in this year’s PLR calculations. Don’t miss out - get them in before the deadline! #PLR #Books #Libraries
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We’re almost at the deadline! Did you know...PLR isn’t just for writers? All eligible book contributors can register, including illustrators, narrators, and translators 📚 Know someone who hasn’t signed up yet? Pass it on and help spread the word! #PLR #Books #Libraries
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The 30 June registration deadline is fast approaching! ⏳ Last year, we hit a record-breaking 49,978 book interests registered. Can we push past 50,000 this year? Make sure your new titles are registered. #PLR #Books #Libraries
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30 June is the last day to register any new titles or editions for this year’s PLR calculations. It’s not just authors who can register — all book contributors are welcome! 👉 For more information, click the link in our bio. #PLR #books #libraries
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ALT Text graphic with the phrase "Did you know?" in bold letters, inviting curiosity and engagement.

Image highlights that registration for PLR is open to more than just authors.

ALT Image highlights that registration for PLR is open to more than just authors.

A diverse group of professionals including illustrators, editors, translators, and audiobook narrators collaborating on a project.

ALT A diverse group of professionals including illustrators, editors, translators, and audiobook narrators collaborating on a project.

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⏰ Don’t forget - June 30th deadline! Make sure you register all new titles and editions including print, eBook, and audio by the 30th June to be included in this year’s PLR calculations.
Red background image with white text saying "Reminder: Don't forget to register your titles before the June deadline," accompanied by a bell icon.

ALT Red background image with white text saying "Reminder: Don't forget to register your titles before the June deadline," accompanied by a bell icon.

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That library book you borrowed - it does more than you think! Authors are paid when their books are borrowed from public libraries through the Public Lending Right scheme. Reading locally helps support writers everywhere. Borrow. Read. Support.
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ALT White text "Did you know?" above a lightbulb outline featuring a brain. The background is solid blue, suggesting ideas or innovation.

Blue background with the text "Everytime you borrow a book from the library..." and a simple illustration of an open book in white.

ALT Blue background with the text "Everytime you borrow a book from the library..." and a simple illustration of an open book in white.

Text reads "An author gets paid" on a blue background, alongside simple white illustrations of paper bills and coins, symbolizing earnings and compensation.

ALT Text reads "An author gets paid" on a blue background, alongside simple white illustrations of paper bills and coins, symbolizing earnings and compensation.

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We’re hopping out for the long Easter weekend. Our office is closed 3rd – 6th April. The bank holiday is the perfect time to register all new titles (print, eBook and audio) well before the 30th June deadline. Wishing you a wonderful Easter break from all of us at PLR!
PLR office closed for Easter weekend, April 3rd-6th, with a hanging "CLOSED" sign

ALT PLR office closed for Easter weekend, April 3rd-6th, with a hanging "CLOSED" sign

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We love celebrating books and the vital role public libraries play in connecting readers with the authors they love, so today we’re sharing some of the most borrowed ones from the last few months.
Text overlaid on a blurred library interior reads, “Some of our most POPULAR library loans.” The atmosphere is inviting and informative.

ALT Text overlaid on a blurred library interior reads, “Some of our most POPULAR library loans.” The atmosphere is inviting and informative.

Crime fiction book display with four covers: "The Impossible Fortune" highlighted. Headline reads "Crime Fiction" with a note: "Over 4,000 loans."

ALT Crime fiction book display with four covers: "The Impossible Fortune" highlighted. Headline reads "Crime Fiction" with a note: "Over 4,000 loans."

Kids fiction book covers on teal background; titles include "Dog Man Unleashed," "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," "Harry Potter," and "Bunny vs Monkey." Note reads "Over 2,500 loans."

ALT Kids fiction book covers on teal background; titles include "Dog Man Unleashed," "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," "Harry Potter," and "Bunny vs Monkey." Note reads "Over 2,500 loans."

Alt text: "Book display titled 'Current & Literary Fiction' with five book covers. Top book, 'Flesh,' has a note, 'Over 2,000 loans.' Other titles: 'The Names,' 'You Are Here,' and 'We All Live Here.' Green background."

ALT Alt text: "Book display titled 'Current & Literary Fiction' with five book covers. Top book, 'Flesh,' has a note, 'Over 2,000 loans.' Other titles: 'The Names,' 'You Are Here,' and 'We All Live Here.' Green background."

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Feeling the love this Valentine’s Day ❤️ Feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do. A huge thank you to all our PLR users who have taken the time to share such lovely words. It really does make our day. #PublicLendingRight #LoveReading
A quote on a pink textured background thanks library book borrowers and praises Public Lending Rights.

ALT A quote on a pink textured background thanks library book borrowers and praises Public Lending Rights.

Text graphic on a pink background reads: "Learned [my work] has been borrowed almost 800 times this year in the UK and that means so, SO much.

ALT Text graphic on a pink background reads: "Learned [my work] has been borrowed almost 800 times this year in the UK and that means so, SO much.

Pink textured quote graphic featuring the text, "Pleasantly surprised by how many people borrowed my book(s) from the library. So you do like science after all!"

ALT Pink textured quote graphic featuring the text, "Pleasantly surprised by how many people borrowed my book(s) from the library. So you do like science after all!"

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ALT Quote graphic on a textured pink background featuring text thanking people for borrowing books from their local library and mentioning impressive PLR figures.

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We’re pleased to confirm that UK PLR payments have been fully processed. Please allow up to 3 working days for the funds to appear in your bank account. If you have questions about your payment, our team is here to support you: 📧 [email protected]
Text on a purple background announces UK PLR Payments for 2024/25, stating that payments are currently being distributed.

ALT Text on a purple background announces UK PLR Payments for 2024/25, stating that payments are currently being distributed.

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📢 The PLR office will be closed on 22 January for staff training. If you need to contact us, please email [email protected] and we’ll respond when we reopen on 23 January.
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We are pleased to announce that UK PLR statements for the year 2024/25 are being distributed and will be emailed to you by the end of today. You will only receive a statement if you are due a payment. Postal statements will follow over the coming days 📚.
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ALT Green background with white text: "UK PLR Statements 2024/25. Your statements are now being distributed." Below, a white megaphone on an envelope.

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New year, new resolution? Don’t forget to register your book titles with the Public Lending Right. Your library loans could be earning you money—make sure you’re not missing out. 📚
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📢It’s Irish PLR day! We have finished processing your Irish 2024 PLR payments. Please allow up to 3 working days for the funds to appear in your bank account. If you have any questions, feel free to email [email protected] or call us on 01937 546030.
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