Zhejiang Library holds two letters from Zhang Zongxiang to Zhou Dafu, concerning their mutual borrowing and transcription of books. This paper interprets the content of these letters and examines their writing dates. On this basis, it investigates the source text used by Zhang and Zhou in transcribing Guo Que. Taking as examples Zhang Zongxiang’s copies of Wanli Cha An, Qing Suo Gao Yi, Li Xu, and Taihe Zhengyin Pu in Zhejiang Library, the paper discusses Zhang’s distinctive transcription characteristics through the analysis of their transmission history and textual value. In addition, based on the prefaces and records of book dispersal in Zhou Dafu’s Guo Que manuscript, it supplements Zhou’s biography regarding his official duties and physical condition around 1926.

Yilin, compiled by Ma Zong during the Tang Dynasty, is an anthology of excerpts from pre-Qin philosophers and post - Han dynasty texts. Since the Qing Dynasty, it has been collated and annotated by multiple scholars. Zhang Zongxiang, devoted to the preservation and collation of ancient texts, transcribed and collated Yilin three times. Zhejiang Library preserves two of Zhang’s collated manuscript copies, containing his annotations, colophons, transcriptions of Tan Xian’s collations, and numerous other scholarly inscriptions. This paper provides an overview of Zhang’s collated manuscript copies, systematically traces the textual lineage of Volume VI of Yilin, examines the full process of Zhang’s three transcription-collation efforts, explores his collation characteristics, and highlights the scholarly value of his transcriptions and annotations.

Zhang Zongxiang made outstanding contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional culture. Throughout his life, he transcribed more than 9,000 volumes, most of which were unpublished or rare editions. Tie Ruyi Guan Shouchao Shumu is a catalog of his “hand-copied books”, but it does not cover all of his hand-copied works. This paper examines the extant versions of Tie Ruyi Guan Shouchao Shumu, verifies its compilation date, and supplements two entries—Sanfu Huangtu and Ni Wenzheng Gong Ji—omitted from the punctuated edition. It also discusses the relationship between Tie Ruyi Guan Shouchao Shumu, Tie Ruyi Guan Suibi（Random Notes）, and the postscripts in the books. Based on collections in Zhejiang Library, the National Library of China, and other institutions, the paper further provides textual supplements for 40 books missing from Tie Ruyi Guan Shouchao Shumu.

Alibrary’s social media image consists of self-created image and other-created image. This paper utilizes Python to collect data from the officialWeChat service account of Dongguan Library and user reviews from Dianping.com. Using KHCoder and Gephi, topic cluster maps and high-frequency keyword co-occurrence networks were generated for both the WeChat content and reviews on Dianping.com. The analysis reveals a clear discrepancy：while Dongguan Library aims to present a modernized image focused on up-to-date collections and public services, readers still predominantly perceive it as a traditional library centered on offline services. To bridge this gap between the library’s self-created image and other-created image, the paper recommends two strategies：developing a multi-dimensional promotional approach to enhance public understanding of the library, and optimizing resources and services to build a stronger, culturally resonant library brand.

Large Language Models (LLMs) can assist professionals in conducting novelty retrieval for scientific and technological projects, thereby improving both the efficiency and quality of the retrieval process. This paper explores the potential of LLMs in supporting novelty retrieval and summarizes four application paradigms: using LLMs to analyze novelty points and construct search queries; employing LLMs to expand and identify novelty retrieval search terms; leveraging LLMs to compare technical similarities and differences across the literature; and directly applying LLMs to retrieve closely related patent documents. Drawing on practical novelty retrieval cases, the study validates the feasibility and advancement of LLM-assisted approaches and further explains aspects of their working mechanisms. Finally, the paper proposes recommendations for developing domain-specific large models for novelty retrieval, including: enhancing the cross-disciplinary adaptability of LLMs to build more versatile models; improving their capacity to interpret the deeper meanings of literature; increasing model interpretability and transparency; and establishing mechanisms for continuous learning and updating.

This paper systematically reviews the application of RFID technology in modern library shelving systems. In light of the recent emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) as a foundational technology, the paper examines the convergence of modern bookshelf functionalities with AI capabilities, and explores the future directions of smart bookshelf development. It proposes that a next-generation smart bookshelf service system driven by humanoid robots should be built around five key functional dimensions：intelligent data collection, platform integration, autonomous management, virtual visualization, and user-centered services. These functions aim to reconstruct library workflows and enable seamless integration of AI technologies across library service platforms. Ultimately, such smart functionalities are to be implemented in intelligent terminals, including humanoid robots and smart bookshelves.

The theory of value co-creation provides strong theoretical support for subject collaboration, resource sharing, and channel development in the integration of culture and tourism in public libraries. Drawing on this theory, the paper explores the underlying mechanisms and basic forms of cultural tourism integration in public libraries, and further investigates key challenges in the process of value co-creation, such as underdeveloped branding with limited audience appeal, low user engagement, and rigid operational models with unsatisfactory promotional outcomes. To address these issues, the paper proposes that public libraries should build distinctive cultural-tourism integration brands, revitalize unique library resources, and enhance the social influence of their cultural-tourism initiatives. Additionally, it suggests establishing user participation incentive mechanisms, leveraging the leadership role of special user groups in co-creating cultural-tourism value, and increasing user engagement. Lastly, it advocates for the development of a collaborative service network involving multiple stakeholders, the creation of integrated online promotional platforms and offline culturaltourism hubs, and the expansion of promotional outreach.

This paper employs in-depth interviews and questionnaire surveys to examine the sustainable operation of new public reading spaces in Hangzhou that are supported by social participation. Based on the findings, the paper summarizes the operational experiences of these spaces from four perspectives: innovative service initiatives, marginal profitability exploration, policy and resource support, and diversified supply models. While new public reading spaces in Hangzhou are actively pursuing differentiated development paths, they also face challenges to long-term sustainability. In response, and in line with the requiremerts for the short-, medium-, and long-term development stages of public reading spaces, the paper proposes targeted strategies, including optimizing services and refining policies, advancing the construction of a “reading community” and collaborative networks, and fostering capacity building, technological advancement, and innovation-driven growth.

Public libraries are not only daytime service providers but also vital nighttime “third spaces” for the city. Nighttime activities should feature distinct evening characteristics, respond to readers’ needs, enhance participation and impact, and continuously innovate in content to sustain appeal and foster brand identity. To identify suitable nighttime activities for Qingdao Library, this paper employs the Latent Dirichlet Allocation（LDA）model to extract themes and readers’ needs, establishes an activity-demand mapping based on text similarity, evaluates the innovation potential of activity themes through network analysis, and applies the Boston Matrix to filter high-valued implementation options. The findings indicate that Qingdao Library can develop nighttime activities centered on themes such as “Literature and Music Salons”, “Film Screenings and Historical Education”, and “Thematic Lectures and Cultural Exchanges”. These topics align with readers’ interests, fulfill diverse needs, and support brand development through innovative and optimized content.

Under the strategic framework of national reading promotion, public libraries are facing increasing challenges such as lack multi-center governance structures, fragment digital ecosystem, backward intelligent service, deficient allscenario networks, and differentiated needs. These challenges call for a reconstruction of service models through collaborative mechanisms. Drawing on collaborative theory, this paper proposes a five-dimensional framework which comprises actors, resources, technology, services, and users,and employs literature review and case analysis to examine effective collaborative strategies. It suggests that public libraries should adopt an evolutionary collaborative pathway of “actor-driven coordination, resource integration, technology empowerment, service delivery, and demand feedback”. To overcome existing barriers, five strategic directions are proposed：embracing multi-center governance, reconstructing the digital ecosystem, enhancing intelligent service delivery, extending network coverage across all scenarios, and incorporating user-driven feedback to optimize collaboration and service efficiency.

KOLB’s Experiential Learning Theory emphasizes learning through direct experience and active participation, offering valuable guidance for children’s reading promotion in public libraries. This paper analyzes the design, implementation, and outcomes of the Shanghai in Pictures activity organized by the Shanghai Children’s Library, within the four stages of KOLB’ s learning cycle：concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, and active experimentation. It explores effective strategies such as creating immersive reading environments, providing guidance from librarians, encouraging conceptual synthesis, and promoting the integration of knowledge and action. Based on this case, the paper proposes a pathway for children’s reading promotion in public libraries under the framework of experiential learning. It also suggests future directions, including refining age-group segmentation, enhancing goaloriented planning and feedback at each stage, and developing single events into series-based programs to provide children with richer reading and cultural experiences.

Promoting the reading of local literature is one of the more challenging tasks in public library services. The rise of media convergence has opened up multi-dimensional and innovative opportunities for this endeavor. Based on Lasswell’s 5W communication model, this paper systematically examines the transformations in the five core elements of local literature reading promotion under a converged media environment：communicator（Who）, content（Says What）, channel（In Which Channel）, audience（To Whom）, and effect（With What Effect）. It proposes innovative strategies in five key dimensions—collaborative participation, content innovation, channel diversification, user engagement, and impact evaluation—and outlines a systematic support mechanism aimed at improving the quality and effectiveness of local literature reading promotion, thereby contributing to the preservation and development of local culture.

Using methods such as literature review, online research, and case analysis, this paper examines the business information service model of the Boston Public Library in the United States. It is found that the library’ s Kirstein Business Library and Innovation Center（KBLIC）offers a diverse range of business information support as well as extensive consulting and training programs. Its notable practices include the provision of specialized information services, personalized support for innovation and entrepreneurship, a variety of user spaces, and a well-established interlibrary loan network. Based on these findings, the paper proposes insights and recommendations for enhancing business information services in Chinese public libraries, with considerations across multiple dimensions including spatial design, information resources, user needs, and librarian development.