The cafe's name, Bookplate, is a familiar library term. It is a label bearing the owner's name and is usually pasted on the inside cover of a book. Bookplates were first used in the middle of the 15th century and are still used today. They are a useful and attractive way to identify books. Bookplate collecting is a popular hobby and collectors not only paste their own bookplates in their books, they also have copies made to trade with colleagues.
Many libraries use bookplates as a form of fund-raising.
The bookplate may be used to remember a special person or occasion such as anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, weddings, retirements and in memory of loved ones. The Friends of KSU Libraries have many contribution and membership opportunities. All Rights Reserved.