Goldsmith, Francisca. Graphic Novels Now: Guiding, Managing and Marketing a Dynamic Collection.GOLDSMITH, Francisca. Graphic novels now; guiding, managing, and marketing a dynamic collection. American Library Association American Library Association, founded 1876, organization whose purpose is to increase the usefulness of books through the improvement and extension of library services. . 113p. illus, bibliog, index, c2005.0-8389-0904-3. $35.00. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Goldsmith, the graphic novel is a format, not a genre. Its origin can be traced to Maus, the graphic novel that won Art Spiegelman Art Spiegelman (born February 15, 1948) is an American comics artist, editor, and advocate for the medium of comics, best known for his Pulitzer Prize-winning graphic novel memoir, Maus. the Pulitzer Prize Pulitzer Prize Any of a series of annual prizes awarded by Columbia University for outstanding public service and achievement in American journalism, letters, and music. Fellowships are also awarded. in 1992. Graphic novels are not the same thing as comic books nor is their appeal restricted to teens. Some members of the visually oriented Gen-X and Gen-Y are also fans of the format, and so are reluctant readers of all ages. Like them or not, graphic novels are here to stay. So what's the best way to select them? How should they be cataloged and shelved? What about marketing and promotion tools? Goldsmith does a fine, succinct suc·cinct adj. suc·cinct·er, suc·cinct·est 1. Characterized by clear, precise expression in few words; concise and terse: a succinct reply; a succinct style. 2. job of discussing challenges of collection management and offering solutions. Web resources enhance the value of this timely guide for public, school and special librarians. Jessica Swaim, Cataloger, Cherry Creek Cherry Creek may refer to:
J--Recommended for junior high school students. The contents are of particular interest to young adolescents and their teachers. S--Recommended for senior high school students. A--Recommended for advanced students and adults. This code will help librarians and teachers working in high schools where there are honors and advanced placement students. This also will help extend KLIATT's usefulness in public libraries. *--The asterisk highlights exceptional books. |
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