Content

Our voice, tone, and identity, plus grammar, a word list, and how to write for and about people.

Voice and Tone

Characteristics of our clear, helpful, and welcoming voice.

Names and styles for describing the library and our locations, including for attribution.

We center readability by using plain language and active voice, among other strategies.

We practice humanity and respect individuals in our language choices to reduce harm.

Guidance for using the acknowledgement in materials and on the web.

Guidelines that broadly follow the Associated Press Stylebook with a focus on clarity.

Frequently used vocabulary.