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A Few Good Books: Using Contemporary Readers' Advisory Strategies to Connect Readers with Books
Contributor(s): Maatta, Stephanie L. (Author)

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 ISBN: 155570669X     ISBN-13: 9781555706692
Publisher: Neal-Schuman Publishers
OUR PRICE: $78.70  

Binding Type: Paperback
Published: March 2010
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Literary Criticism | Books & Reading
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Library & Information Science - General
Dewey: 028.9
LCCN: 2009040999
Physical Information: 1" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" L (1.40 lbs) 408 pages
Features: Bibliography, Ikids, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents
Review Citations: Voice of Youth Advocates 04/01/2010 - Recommended - Readable
Library Journal 04/01/2010 pg. 88
Reference and Research Bk News 02/01/2010 pg. 301
 
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Publisher Description:
Meet the changing needs of the contemporary reader with this current and comprehensive new readers' advisory resource. A Few Good Books will help you build a solid foundation in the theory and practice of readers' advisory and learn how exciting new Libary 2.0 technologies, including tags, clouds, e-books, virtual R, and other digitial formats will enhance your programs. A uniquely helpful section on RA for readers with disabilities, patrons who are non-native speakers of English, and adult new readers will enable your RA for underserved populations. There are strategies and tools for working directly with readers adn keeping current about books and authors, along with detailed coverage across a varity of book genres, including popular fiction; literary fiction; adventure, suspense, thrillers, and mysteries; science fiction, fantasy, and horror; and topical fiction. The author also includes real-life examples of successful RA transactions, sample scripts, and extensive appendices with important print and electronic resources. A Few Good Books will empower you with everything you'll need to serve your readers with their own definition of a "good read."
 
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