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Hopeful Visions, Practical Actions: Cultural Humility in Library Work

A welcome reference for staff training and all professional-development collections.
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The Readers’ Advisory Guide to Romance

This is an excellent tool for those unfamiliar with the genre, but even experienced romance readers and professional readers’ advisors will find helpful information and reminders. This title is part of ALA’s readers’ advisory series, which is coedited by LJ Reviews Editor Neal Wyatt.
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Serving Patrons with Disabilities: Perspectives and Insights from People with Disabilities

Although geared to library workers, this powerful and effective book can be used by anyone working with the public. Required reading for all library professionals.
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The Library’s Guide to Sexual and Reproductive Health Information

A helpful resource for library board members and LIS students needing basic information, but collection development and public service staff may find that they need more information in today’s highly politicized climate.
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Transforming Technical Services Through Training and Development

Well-researched and written, this slim volume delivers an excellent starting point for any library considering designing or reimaging a training program or project.
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Project Management in Technical Services: Practical Tips and Case Studies

While one must take care that the costs of project management don’t outweigh the benefits, this work provides tools and examples to provide a solid starting point for interested librarians. Recommended reading for library administrators and technical services librarians.
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25 Ready-To-Use Sustainable Living Programs for Libraries

A useful collection of ideas for libraries interested in offering sustainable-living programs.
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The Ultimate Privacy Field Guide: A Workbook of Best Practices

A very useful handbook for librarians looking to increase patron privacy protections at their libraries.

Narratives of (Dis)Enfranchisement: Reckoning with the History of Libraries and the Black and African American Experience

Essential reading, discussion, and action for everyone who works within the library industry.

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