neal wyatt--keeping current
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Keeping Current
Why Do This
• Know the titles your readers know
• Spot trends
• Build connections between old and new titles
• Practice responsive RA
How to Keep Up
• Local
• National
• Library related
• Data driven
Local Book News
National Book News
Library Book News
Data Driven
Tips for Balancing Your Reading Budget
Focus on areas popular with your readers• National best sellers• Library best sellers
Look at books as a reader doesCheck out:
• The dust jacket design• The book description on the jacket
Sample the writing:• Read the first paragraph• Try a section in the middle• Read the end—if you want to be certain it turns out okay
Read reviews with an eye for appeal and to make connections
Tap social media to learn from readers
Keep up-to-date with new titles
Thank you for attending
Questions?
How to Contact Us :
Joyce: [email protected]
Neal: [email protected]