Crash Course in Readers' Advisory

The question can you recommend a good book? can be one of the most daunting you face,...
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Author: Cynthia Orr
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Crash Course in Readers' Advisory by Orr, Cynthia

Crash Course in Readers' Advisory

$188.75

Crash Course in Readers' Advisory

$188.75
Author: Cynthia Orr
Format: Paperback
Language: English

The question can you recommend a good book? can be one of the most daunting you face, notwithstanding the fact that recommender tools are ubiquitous. Often, uncertainty arises because, although librarians are called on to perform such services daily, readers' advisory is a skill set in which most have no formal training. This guide will remedy that. It is built around understanding books, reading, and readers and will quickly show you how to identify reading preferences and advise patrons effectively. You'll learn about multiple RA approaches, such as genre, appeal features, and reading interests and about essential tools that can help with RA. Plus, you'll discover tips to help you keep up with this ever-changing field.

There is no other professional book that covers the full spectrum of skills needed to perform the RA service that is in such great demand in libraries of all kinds. Helping readers find what they want is a sure way to serve patrons and build your library's brand. You will come away from this easy-to-understand crash course with the solid background you need to do both.



Author: Cynthia Orr
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
Published: 12/05/2014
Pages: 190
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 10.90h x 8.40w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781610698252


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 06/01/2015 pg. 147
Voice of Youth Advocates 08/01/2015

About the Author

Cynthia Orr is the digital collection advisor for OverDrive, Inc. She often speaks and writes on the topics of readers' advisory service, technical services, and collection management.


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