[Publib] Readers Advisory

[Mimi Morris]

I think that the need for Readers Advisory (and Listeners and Viewers
Advisory) is a vital function for any public library, and (IMHO) doesn't
get enough emphasis in library school classes.  OR in ongoing training
in most libraries.  

 

Let me brag on my library for a moment!  We identified the need for this
kind of expertise and service a few years ago, and developed a series of
Readers Advisory classes presented by our in-house experts.  These staff
members are known for their successes in developing their own RA talents
and those of their staff and coworkers.  They also have developed
special promotions and displays to highlight our collections.

 

We now have a series of RA classes offered through our Training Office
throughout the year.  They are usually booked solid!  In our Staff
Newsletter today, we announce the following classes coming up in the
next few months:

Readers' Advisory 101:  Readers' Advisory!  What's That?

Readers' Advisory 201:  You Don't Have to Read Everything!  (getting the
most out of Novelist)

RA by the Numbers:  Non-fiction Readers' Advisory

Readers' Advisory for Sci Fi, Fantasy, and Horror:  Worlds Unknown:
Revealed!

Readers Advisory for Teen Materials

 

The classes are fun, and full of readily useful information.  I know
that it has increased awareness of the importance of Readers' Advisory
for all levels of staff, and has benefited our patrons.

 

Mimi Morris

Assistant Director for Branch and Extension Services

Dayton Metro Library

mmorris at daytonmetrolibrary.org 

 

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel, read only one page."
St. Augustine of Hippo

 

"Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness."  Mark
Twain

 

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