Partnerships · For public libraries
A natural fit for the library
Libraries already do the deep work of keeping quiet, free, public space alive. Fika Pause is a small, non-commercial practice that fits naturally into reader-services programming, family events, and community displays — and pairs beautifully with a curated reading list on slow living and Scandinavian culture.
Why Fika Pause benefits libraries
- Adds a free, screen-light wellbeing resource to the library's recommendation menu
- Connects to existing patron interest in mindfulness, Scandinavian culture, and slow living
- Provides ready-to-use conversation prompts for book clubs and intergenerational programs
- Costs nothing — fully aligned with the library's free-access mission
How Fika Pause can be used
- Feature alongside a 'Slow Living & Hygge' or 'Scandinavian Reads' display
- Recommend on the reader-services and adult-programming page
- Use conversation prompts to seed quiet book-club discussions
- Include in family programming or community resource fairs
Suggested implementation ideas
- A 'Pause Corner' end-cap with related books and a QR code to fikapause.com
- A reading list of ten titles on fika, hygge, gratitude, and slow living
- A monthly 'Library Fika' — a quiet hour with tea, biscuits, and one conversation prompt
- Intergenerational storytelling events seeded by a Fika Pause conversation card
Free resources
Every resource below is free for partners to request. Email hej@fikaspice.com with a short note about your organization and which resources you'd like — we send them personally.
Curated reading list
Ten titles that pair with the values of Fika Pause for adult and young-adult collections.
Display shelf card
A small printable that explains fika and points patrons to the practice.
Conversation prompts for book clubs
A starter set of twenty intergenerational prompts.
A printable starter card
Recommended by your librarie
Fika Pause
A daily-meaning practice inspired by the Swedish tradition of fika.
1. Visit fikapause.com
2. Choose one small pause today.
3. Return tomorrow. That's the practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Fika Pause require patrons to sign up?
- No. The daily practice is free to read on fikapause.com. Patrons can choose whether or not to create an account to track their practice.
- Is there any commercial content?
- Fika Pause is independently funded and free to begin. There are no ads inside the daily practice.
- Can librarians request printed materials?
- Yes — bulk printed conversation cards and display shelf materials are available through hej@fikaspice.com.
Contact for partnerships
For co-branded materials, bulk printed cards, or a conversation about bringing Fika Pause to your community, email hej@fikaspice.com. We respond personally.
Related partnership pages
For schools
A gentle daily pause for staff, students, and families — no screens in the classroom required.
For senior living communities
A ready-made library of intergenerational stories and conversation prompts that residents love.
For coffee shops
Become a 'Fika Pause Place' — a small sign on the counter that invites guests to slow down with their drink.
See all partnership pages, or visit the Knowledge Hub and research summaries.