Books Quote by Jane Cleland
“The trick is to get people to read anything, to engender the love of reading. Once you can read, you can teach yourself anything. Librarians are key, I think. They hold the power to empower.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Library Association Conference, 2019
Reading empowers self‑education; librarians are catalysts for lifelong learning.
In simple terms: Reading unlocks ability to teach yourself; librarians enable this.
Key Takeaway
Promote reading access.
Themes
education
literacy
empowerment
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
educational
motivational
When to use this quote
- school libraries
- adult literacy programs
- digital reading platforms
Key Concepts
Self‑directed learning
information access
community support
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we inspire love of reading?
- What role can librarians play in digital age?
A Different Perspective
Access alone may not guarantee motivation.
