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The mission of the Library History Round Table (LHRT) is to encourage research and publication on library history and promote awareness and discussion of historical issues in librarianship.

Learn more about LHRT on the ALA website.

Fake Books Shame---SUN-TIIMES apology for fake books generated by AI in summer reading list

  • 1.  Fake Books Shame---SUN-TIIMES apology for fake books generated by AI in summer reading list

    Posted May 21, 2025 12:18 PM

    On Sunday, May 18, the print and e-paper editions of the Chicago Sun-Times included a special section titled "The Heat Index: Your Guide to the Best of Summer", featuring a summer reading list. 

    To our great disappointment, that list was created through the use of an AI tool and recommended books that do not exist. We are actively investigating the accuracy of other content in the special section. We will provide more information on that investigation when we have more details.



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    Kathleen de la Peña McCook
    Distinguished University Professor
    School of Information
    University of South Florida
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