The Rise of AI: Implications and Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Academic Libraries by Stéphanie Haeßen explores the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in academic libraries. The book, coordinated by Sandy Hervieux and Amanda Wheatley, presents 14 contributions from Canadian, American, and British academics, researchers, and industry experts. It is divided into three thematic sections: user services, collections and discovery, and future applications. The main goal of the book is to raise awareness among librarians about the use of AI in academic libraries and to encourage discussion on its implications. One contribution, "The 99 AI Challenge: Empowering a University Community through an Open Learning Pilot," describes a project by the University of Toronto that aimed to educate non-technical individuals about AI. The project involved 550 participants, with 99 selected to engage in discussions and workshops on AI ethics, healthcare, and bias. The project highlighted the importance of critical thinking and community engagement in understanding AI. Another contribution, "URI Libraries' AI Lab: Evolving to Meet the Needs of Students and Research Communities," details the establishment of the first AI lab in a university library. The lab provides access to advanced AI technologies, including robots and data processing tools, and offers workshops on AI ethics and machine learning. The lab has become a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration and research. The third contribution, "Incubating AI: The Collaboratory at Ryerson University Library," describes an incubator that supports interdisciplinary research and provides access to various technologies. The Collaboratory has become a key resource for researchers and students, fostering innovation and collaboration. The final contribution, "Do Students Dream of Electric Cats (or Dogs)? Using Robotics for a Unique Exam Week Activity in the Library," describes a project that used robotic animals to reduce student stress during exam weeks. The project involved robotic pets that provided a relaxing environment for students, with positive feedback from participants. The book highlights the diverse approaches to AI in academic libraries, ranging from educational initiatives to the creation of AI labs and the use of AI in research. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between librarians, researchers, and technical experts to maximize the impact of AI. The success of these initiatives lies in their ability to bring together individuals from different backgrounds, fostering understanding, ethical reflection, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Academic libraries are positioned as ideal community institutions for exploring new technological trends such as AI.The Rise of AI: Implications and Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Academic Libraries by Stéphanie Haeßen explores the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in academic libraries. The book, coordinated by Sandy Hervieux and Amanda Wheatley, presents 14 contributions from Canadian, American, and British academics, researchers, and industry experts. It is divided into three thematic sections: user services, collections and discovery, and future applications. The main goal of the book is to raise awareness among librarians about the use of AI in academic libraries and to encourage discussion on its implications. One contribution, "The 99 AI Challenge: Empowering a University Community through an Open Learning Pilot," describes a project by the University of Toronto that aimed to educate non-technical individuals about AI. The project involved 550 participants, with 99 selected to engage in discussions and workshops on AI ethics, healthcare, and bias. The project highlighted the importance of critical thinking and community engagement in understanding AI. Another contribution, "URI Libraries' AI Lab: Evolving to Meet the Needs of Students and Research Communities," details the establishment of the first AI lab in a university library. The lab provides access to advanced AI technologies, including robots and data processing tools, and offers workshops on AI ethics and machine learning. The lab has become a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration and research. The third contribution, "Incubating AI: The Collaboratory at Ryerson University Library," describes an incubator that supports interdisciplinary research and provides access to various technologies. The Collaboratory has become a key resource for researchers and students, fostering innovation and collaboration. The final contribution, "Do Students Dream of Electric Cats (or Dogs)? Using Robotics for a Unique Exam Week Activity in the Library," describes a project that used robotic animals to reduce student stress during exam weeks. The project involved robotic pets that provided a relaxing environment for students, with positive feedback from participants. The book highlights the diverse approaches to AI in academic libraries, ranging from educational initiatives to the creation of AI labs and the use of AI in research. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between librarians, researchers, and technical experts to maximize the impact of AI. The success of these initiatives lies in their ability to bring together individuals from different backgrounds, fostering understanding, ethical reflection, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Academic libraries are positioned as ideal community institutions for exploring new technological trends such as AI.