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Becky Spratford talks with LJ about writing the third edition of The Readers’ Advisory Guide to Horror and the changes to the genre since she wrote the second edition.

Adult service librarians will find practical ideas that can easily be adapted to fit their own community; essential for anyone establishing a community archive without previous archival experience; necessary reading for all librarians, particularly those with a concentration in reference and bibliographic instruction

All library staff should read this reminder of the ever-increasing diversity of students seeking support in libraries; an efficient and well-organized resource for  novice staff looking to gain confidence in a reference setting

A strong addition for any academic library starting to offer distance learning support services; a hefty yet convincing look at the international dimensions of U.S. academic library work; an invaluable primer for librarians who have some expertise but have yet to formalize their workflows

Librarians, artists, and educators will find this a valuable and inspiring guide for developing creative community programs.

A fascinating look at the kinds of “mind-set, skill sets” academic libraries and librarians need to excel in the 21st century; although containing useful elements, this work is limited by its basis in superseded learning theoriesoutreach librarians will appreciate the variety of institutions represented and the scope of activities described; an excellent resource for any library that serves graduate and professional students

This month's professional media reviews include an excellent tool for training and planning sessions for library staff, boards, and government officials; useful strategies and ideas for library administrators and marketers; and a solid playbook for managers overseeing all types of projects.

Public librarians will find practical, inspiring support here; important work on a relevant trend; this thought-provoking, radical, and persuasive work will excite even the most theory-averse readers

Highly recommended for archivists, records managers, and other information professionals; those  unfamiliar with voice computing will gain a basic understanding of the technology and its potential uses in library settings; an engaging and intellectually stimulating read highly recommended for all librarians; library managers will find this useful information for designing rewarding short-term work experiences