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Running a Small Library

Running a Small Library A How-to-Do-It Manual for Librarians

Second edition

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Publisher's Synopsis

Since running a small library - public, academic, school, or special - often means making do with little or no staff, this challenging task calls for its own set of skills and expertise. That's where Moorman's how-to manual comes in, offering guidance on every essential aspect of what it takes to run a small library. Fully revised and updated, including a new chapter on digital library services, the second edition covers such day-to-day issues as

  • Budgeting, from planning to advocacy
  • Developing and implementing policies and procedures
  • Maintaining facilities
  • Acquisition, cataloging, and collection development and management on a shoestring
  • Circulation
  • Programming, outreach, and community partnerships
  • Library technology, from computers and networks to automation systems and beyond

Also featured is an updated resource section listing furniture, automation, book, and periodical vendors; electronic discussion and support groups; professional organizations; and resources for more information. This book is a must-have for any solo librarian or library manager with a small staff.

Book information

ISBN: 9780838912737
Publisher: American Library Association
Imprint: ALA Neal-Schuman
Pub date:
Edition: Second edition
DEWEY: 025.1
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 272
Weight: 668g
Height: 279mm
Width: 215mm
Spine width: 17mm