Resources

This guide has been prepared by the PLRI Co-ordinator as an introduction to Public Lending Right. It sets out the main types of PLR systems that exist, the importance and value of PLR, and gives guidance for further research.

The PLR International Steering Committee agreed this Charter to set out best practice for establishing PLR schemes. Drawing from the variety in existing PLR systems this Charter identifies essential criteria for a PLR system.

Answers to Frequently asked Questions about Public Lending Right (PLR), what it is, how widespread it is, how payments work and more.

The answers to 18 questions you might have about PLR.

An infographic explaining how PLR helps to keep writing culture alive over the years.

Watch a video with testimonials from authors, visual authors, publishers and librarians about how PLR works.