Implementing Passive Readers' Advisory in the Public Library
The purpose of implementing a passive readers’ advisory plan in the public library is to get patrons comfortable with interacting with the whole library collection. Passive readers’ advisory is utilizing tools to make reading recommendations to patrons without involving library staff. Implementing a system for recommending library materials to patrons is an important step in building a comprehensive readers’ advisory service at the public library. It is important that the library position itself as a literary center by acknowledging and meeting the reading needs of the community.
Passive readers’ advisory is about creating displays, bulletin boards, book lists, bookmarks, and book groups to share reading recommendations. Many patrons are hesitant to approach librarians to have conversations about their personal reading interests so providing suggestions throughout the library can be useful to someone as they browse through the library stacks. This information can easily be shared with readers online by posting to the library website and sharing on social media.
Promoting the carefully curated lists to patrons is the key to successful readers’ advisory service. It is important to tie the collection into all library programming and include other items, such as DVDs and CDs, in the recommendation lists. Take cues from the retail industry and use merchandising tactics to elevate displays.
Below are some links to lists of resources to aid in building a passive readers’ advisory service:
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