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MSIMSI The Gold Standard in K12 Independent Reading and Library Information Services Bringing the most respected brands and essential services to the K12 school and public library markets And, inspiring passion for reading, advancing literacy, and supporting libraries’ missions nationwide Home What we do An unparalleled platform providing independent reading and information services to K-12 professionals and library leaders in the US Collectively, and individually, our businesses help librarians and teachers build an appetite for lifelong learning and serve the needs of their communities, and help publishers and other companies achieve their marketing and business goals within the education ecosystem. We bring the best of children’s literature, curated by age, reading level and genre, and reading programs into the hands of librarians and teachers, and through them, to students across the country, to build a passion for reading at the earliest ages. We strengthen the value provision of all constituents in the library and K12 ecosystem through data, reach, insights, thought leadership, relationships, access, and community engagement, in order to further their mission of building literacy, learning, student success, and services to their communities. A K12 leader in a networked economy Deeply rooted relationships with 50,000+ libraries, 300,000+ K12 and library professionals, and more than 600 industry providers We have relationships with library leaders and administrators in nearly all the major school districts and public library systems, and through them, we reach over 30,000,000 students. Over 300,000 of these market representatives engage with us directly, and can be reached by our partners on our websites, in our journals, blogs, and newsletters and through our premier industry events. The library market’s leading brand family Five iconic brands—a foundation of trust Our customers trust our five iconic brand platforms to be independent curators of quality products, purveyors of superior services, and thought leaders. Our service portfolio delivers what our customers need to achieve their goals: The highest quality independent reading offerings Thought leadership, insights, data, and solutions Access to industry leaders across the spectrum x Junior Library Guild (JLG) is a book and ebook curation, collection development and independent reading service helping more than 23,000 school and public libraries acquire the best new children’s and young adult books, saving them both time and money. Based in Plain City, Ohio, and founded in 1929, JLG provides the very best customer service in the industry. Its services help librarians with collection development and members trust JLG to put only the best books into the hands of eager young readers. Dubbed the “subscription box for librarians”, this unique service reviews and selects children’s and young adult books prior to their publication—92% of which go on to win industry awards and earn starred reviews. New-release JLG selections are placed into one of over 77 categories ranging from Prekindergarten to Adult Crossover, and are then shipped to member libraries on a monthly basis. x Founded in 1974 and based in Baltimore, MD, AKJ is national wholesaler of books, classroom libraries, and supplemental curriculum resources for schools, education and literacy focused not-for-profits, and K-12 education companies.  AKJ Education’s mission is to reduce the barriers, namely time and money, between teachers and schools and the highest quality classroom resources.  From simple teaching resources to complete solutions, AKJ works to provide a comprehensive toolbox of products to help busy educators succeed in the classroom.  x Founded in 1876, Library Journal (LJ) is one of the oldest and most respected media and information services brand covering the library field. Over 75,000 library directors, administrators, and staff in public, academic, and special libraries read LJ. LJ reviews over 8,000 books, audiobooks, videos, databases, and websites annually, and provides coverage of technology, management, policy, and other professional concerns. x School Library Journal (SLJ) is the premier media and information services brand for more than 100,000 librarians and information specialists who work with children and teens. A source of quality journalism and reviews for more than 60 years, SLJ produces award-winning features and news coverage on: literacy, best practices, technology, education policy and other issues of interest to the school library and greater educator community. SLJ evaluates a broad range of resources, from books and digital content to databases, in 6000+ reviews published annually. x First published in 1924, The Horn Book Magazine provides its readership with in-depth reviews of the best new books for children and young adults as well as features, articles, and editorials. The Horn Book Guide, published twice annually, provides comprehensive reviews and a numerical rating for every hardcover children’s book published in the United States during the previous publishing season. Join Us Looking for an opportunity to make an impact and inspire a passion for reading, lifelong learning, and supporting the missions of libraries? We are looking for like-minded passionate people to help us support the missions of libraries nationwide and bring equitable access to education and quality literature for all learners. That’s why we need smart people like you. Join us Partner with Us MSI is owned by the Vistria Group, LLC—a private equity firm founded in 2013 and specializing in mid-market buyouts and investments in education, health care, and financial services. For information about strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, please contact: Philip Alphonse 300 East Randolph Street Suite 4030 Chicago, IL 60601 Phone: 312-626-1101 Fax: 312-453-1651 www.vistria.com Testimonials “You are a wonderful company and I enjoy doing business with you. Your selections are always top notch and those that are the most anticipated. I love the fact that I get to have JLG selections all year, even when my budget is frozen or to lean for purchasing new books. Keeps my collection looking new and relevant.” Christine Vermont “I love Junior Library Guild for so many reasons. First and foremost, my students love them and recognize the shipping box! When they see it sitting in the circulation desk, they always want to know what books came and ask if they can be the first to read the new books.” Amanda Illinois “LJ provides connections between our profession and industries, legislation, and other issues that affect or influence what we do and how we do it. LJ's professional development offerings are professionally presented and reasonably priced.” Kate Kansas “I feel confidant buying books recommended by Horn Book staff and its contributors whom I believe share the same desire to get the best books in into the hands and minds of our students.” Deana Washington “I told my upper graders the secret of the little gold sticker (JLG sticker) in the front of the fiction books. After I told them that these were specially selected by experts to be good books, they were going through all of the books looking for the stickers.” Debbie California “I like the SLJ reviews because they are written by practitioners in the field who know first-hand where books will fill niches in collections.” Patricia New Hampshire “I depend on JLG and look forward to receiving books each month that I know will be popular with our students and will keep our collection up to date with quality titles. Customer service has always been excellent also.” Sheri Illinois “The Horn Book reviewers have discerning taste which I value in making book selections for my library.” Jill California “I love the (JLG) backlist! There are many titles that I have been able to acquire multiple copies of for Battle of the Books and Volunteer State Book Award reading lists.” Dinah Tennessee “LJ offers an extensive, diverse array of channels and information for library employees in many areas of the profession.” Gregg Delaware “SLJ is the place I go to first when it comes to book recommendations.” Sharon New York “[LJ] combines both news and resource reviews - giving me a big picture beyond headlines. It provides cutting edge resources - but scales them to a realistic level that can be replicated.” Ray Michigan “SLJ topics & articles present the latest information on books & authors.” Mary Beth Illinois “[LJ] has a long history of covering all of librarianship as a profession, which helps me understand where my library colleagues are in their various libraries.  Its newsletters are superb and well-focused.” Edward Colorado “LJ is a well-respected journal with outstanding editors and authors with extremely useful and relevant articles.” Dina Delaware “[The Horn Book] is the BEST guide to children's literature, period.  I love all the features, and I'm always sorry when I finish reading it!!” Katherine Pennsylvania Junior Library Guild 7858 Industrial Parkway Plain City, OH 43064 (800) 325-9558 www.juniorlibraryguild.com Library Journal 123 William St., Suite 802 New York, NY 10038 +1 646-380-0700 www.libraryjournal.com School Library Journal 123 Williams St., Suite 802 New York, NY 10038 +1 646-380-0700 www.slj.com The Horn Book, Inc. 300 The Fenway Palace Road Building, Suite P-311 Boston MA 02115 +1 617-278-0225 www.hbook.com AKJ Education 7858 Industrial Parkway Plain City OH 43064 +1 800-922-6066 FAX 1-888-770-2338 www.akjeducation.com Copyright © 2023. 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