libraries

A guide for library staff to using graphic design in library-specific projects to create engaging, effective visual communications for their libraries.

Contains a collection of booktalks arranged by age level. Includes a bibliography by age level, theme and genre, and an index.

Describes a nine-step process for planning, organizing, and running a library contest, offering ideas and advice on how to select a contest planner and develop community partnerships, establish goals and estimate budget, define contest type, determine eligibility, schedule the contest, select a prize, choose judges, promote the contest, and evaluate success.

Cover title: Publicity and display ideas for libraries. Contains display ideas with instructions for windows, bulletin boards, walls, clubs, projects, etc.

A guide to developing a public relations program to promote school libraries to students, faculty, school boards, administration, parents, and the community, with advice on getting publicity and media coverage, and offering promotional activites and ideas.

A practical handbook for librarians dealing with the whys, the hows, and the tricks of the trade of library public relations.

Resource guide for librarians on public relations with information on how to spotlight special events, developing a "we care" environment, and more.

Practical library management ideas, problem-solving techniques, and classroom-tested activities for a year-round media program.