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- 1. Reader’s Advisory 101 An Introduction to Readers' Advisory Services Presented by Paul M. Stella January 27, 2004 Presented with permission of EBSCO Publishsing. Adapted from RA-101 Lite – An Introduction to Readers’ Advisory Services™ product of EBSCO Publishing
- 2. Let’s get Acquainted About the Presenter Former NEFLIN staff Public Librarian since 1996 - JPL Customer Service Transfer my knowledge & experience to others Having some fun
- 3. Let’s get Acquainted Interview your neighbor Name Library What would you like to learn today to help you better meet the needs of your readers?
- 4. Your Role as a Learner Making contributions from your personal experiences to the class Being an active listener Completing written and oral activities Assisting others in the learning process Committing yourself to transfer what you learn to others Relaxing and having some fun
- 5. Workshop Objectives Discuss what a readers’ advisor is (three goals, four knowledge areas) Identify why people read Define and discuss appeal characteristics of books Identify how your background in fiction impacts your interaction with readers and how to identify steps to increase the impact Observe a good readers’ advisory transaction and discuss how to develop and improve skills in this area
- 6. What is a Reader’s Advisory Service? Adapted from Cathy Reid of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. A service for adult readers that connects readers with titles and authors by: Helping people find books to read based on what they have read in the past Helping people find books to read that they might not have selected on their own Helping people identify their reading preferences Suggesting books based on conversations between the advisor and the patron High Touch ALL
- 7. What is a good book to read? 60% of public library circulation is fiction 60% of users come for leisure reading 80% of users come to borrow a book
- 8. Goals of a Readers’ Advisor ASSIST - Find books of interest to readers HELP - Understand what they’re looking for. Serve as a “mirror” for the reader SUPPORT - Develop an appreciation of the role that “STORIES” play in their lives
- 9. Knowledge Areas Understanding People as Readers “Reader-centered” Books – “Appeal Factors” Background in Fiction RA Transaction – Advice, not Answers Definition of a Reader’s Advisory Program When a library has thought through all of the potential services it can offer fiction readers and structured those services into a unified approach to serving fiction readers, we say that the library has a readers’ advisory service program.
- 10. Discussion – Prince of Tides 1. Why did the reader read this book? 2. What aspects of the book did the reader talk about? 3. What should the RA librarian say or do to acknowledge what she has heard? 4. What things could you say to the reader to make her feel comfortable? 5. What would you need to know to help her?
- 11. Why People Read People incorporate insights, facts, and ideas from reading into their lives People may read widely, from many genres, topics and formats People bring their life experience to reading People read for recreation and to recreate themselves Peer interest is a driving force in many people’s reading selections
- 13. Keys to Building a Background in Fiction A staff person performing the Readers’ Advisory Service is: Aware of what is being published Able to consult appropriate resources Able to link popular authors to genre, topics, etc. Enthusiastic for books and reading – “Five-Book Challenge” Able to find and use information about books from multiple sources Open minded in assessing and reading books Other ideas: study an unfamiliar genre (you don’t need to like it!), form a network or support group
- 14. Reader’s Advisory Reference Tools Fiction Catalog – Print & Online Genreflecting: A Guide to Reading Interests in Genre Fiction Sequels: An Annotated Guide to Novels in Series What’s Next? A List of Books in Series To Be Continued: An Annotated Guide to Sequels Contemporary Authors What Do I Read Next? A Reader’s Guide to Current Genre Fiction – Print and Online (Gale) via Florida Electronic Library NoveList – Online only – http://www.epnet.com
- 15. What to Look for… Written from Reader’s Point of View What are the best things about this author? What’s the best book by this author? Starting place? Access Point - Indexes Plot Summaries Memory Jogger Others
- 16. What else are people reading? Are these tools for RA?
- 17. The Transaction Establish an open and welcoming climate Elicit information from the reader Use active listening techniques Establish what’s important for the reader, e.g. character, setting, theme, plot or affect. Make suggestions in a non-judgmental way.
- 18. RA Not-to-Do List (Not the 10 Commandments!) Do NOT refer a user to an OPAC Do NOT use an OPAC yourself as a first resort Do NOT ignore the user's unsolicited comments Do NOT assume that the reader has NOT read other titles by the author without asking first Courtesy of Mary K. Chelton and RA class March, 2001
- 19. RA To-Do List DO ask readers what they liked about the book and what they're in the mood for this time DO talk to the user while you are searching in case clarifying information is offered or needed DO say "hello" DO project friendly, NOT nervous, demeanor DO follow-up if you have to send the person off while you help someone else Courtesy of Mary K. Chelton and RA class March, 2001
- 20. Reader’s Advisory 101 An Introduction to Readers' Advisory Services Please complete the evaluation form and leave it and your nametag at the front desk. Thanks! Presented with permission of EBSCO Publishsing. Adapted from RA-101 Lite – An Introduction to Readers’ Advisory Services™ product of EBSCO Publishing Email: Pstella@coj.net