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The article discusses the distinction between library patron data anonymity and patron de-identification, and studying patron behavior while maintaining their privacy. Topics include a description of The Seattle Public Library's (SPL) director position interview on customer behavior patterns, the definition of de-identification and anonymity, and how SPL used the de-identification approach. Also mentioned is the de-identified patron ID (DeID).

The article offers information on the effort of the librarians at Seattle Public Library (SPL) in Washington to support adult comics readers and promote the medium to new audiences. It states that SPL librarians have promoted comics to adult audiences through enhancements to collections, regular programming, and readers' advisory. It mentions that promoting comics to adults, kids, and teens will make these readers to feel welcome in libraries and expand their awareness in artistic medium.