Train with NoveListThis newsletter is all about learning better ways to serve readers. In each issue, we choose a topic and provide training tips that you can do alone or in a group. Our goal is to inspire you (and your staff). Let us know how we're doing.
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Libraryland is never dull--programming to plan, books and materials to order and creating opportunities to match readers to books. NoveList can be the go-to resource in your back pocket, with content to fuel your work in all of these areas. We've got tips on helping you develop mad readers' advisory skills any time you need an assist. Happy New Year!
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Make it easy on yourself "I binge-watched Longmire; do you have any Westerns with a love story?" When you get a question that gives you a 'genre in the headlights' feeling, turn to our Genre Guide, full of both traditional genre headings plus 'library helpers' (like books to movies) to make honing in on a particular book a snap.
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Get help with programming Getting ready to choose books with fabulously visible art for that next storytime session? Or maybe finding inspiration for your monthly book discussion group? Search strategies can get you answers, stat. You'll love the easy-to-read format and practical suggestions.
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Pick a field code AP Big and Bold will get you picture books with clearly visible art for your next storytime. Type RS Y in the search box to retrieve books with starred reviews (discussion contenders).Typing TT book club in the search box will provide you with articles on managing your book clubs. Find your go-to on this cheat sheet of field codes.
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Folders: Stash the good stuffOnce you've gathered that list of great picture books for storytime or book discussion contenders, keep them for future use (or to share with a grateful colleague). Even better: sign up for alerts so you'll know when the latest, greatest content is added to NoveList.
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