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How do Canadian libraries decide which books to carry, and how can yours be one of them?Shelved is a practical guide for published authors and illustrators who want to get their books into Canadian libraries and start earning income through the Public Lending Right (PLR) program. Whether you publish independently or with a small press, this book shows you how to register your work, distribute it effectively, and make it discoverable by librarians across the country.Inside, you'll learn:How libraries acquire materials and how to position your book within those systemsHow to register for the Canadian PLR program and get paid when your book is borrowedWhat distribution platforms to use, including OverDrive, Cantook, and HooplaHow to price your eBooks for both retail and library useWhy getting into libraries is not just about visibility, but about building long-term, low-effort income Filled with actionable advice, Shelved helps indie creators treat their books as real assets in a real system. Jacqueline Cooper writes and illustrates picture books and nonfiction for indie authors, with a focus on Canadian library access, metadata, and PLR. She is the founder of Little Goodbyes Press, and works in digital collage, tea stains, and occasionally functional chaos.