Self-Published Authors: Creating a Policy and Committee to Allow for Inclusion in Library Collections

Does your library struggle with how to include the works of self-published local authors into your collection? Ocean County Library developed a new policy, evaluation form, and procedure manual and has an engaged committee of staff volunteers who read and evaluate self-published submissions. Our program will share the process of creating this new policy and committee with attendees. We are eager to share the work we’ve done so other libraries can replicate this program.

Presenter(s): 

Christi Aldellizzi, Librarian 4, Collections, Marisa Ganguzza, Librarian 3, Collections, and Valerie Smith, Librarian 3, Collections – Ocean County Library System, Author Submission Review Committee

Event Time: 

Thursday, May 30, 2024 - 9:00am to 9:50am

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