The circ stats say it all: graphic novels' popularity among library
users keeps growing, with more being published (and acquired by
libraries) each year. The unique challenges of developing and
managing a graphics novels collection have led the Association of
Library Collections and Technical Services (ALCTS) to craft this
guide, presented under the expert supervision of editor Ballestro,
who has worked with comics for more than 35 years. Examining the
ever-changing ways that graphic novels are created, packaged,
marketed, and released, this resource gathers a range of voices
from the field to explore such topics as: a cultural history of
comics and graphic novels from their World War II origins to today,
providing a solid grounding for newbies and fresh insights for all;
catching up on the Big Two's reboots: Marvel's 10 and DC's 4; five
questions to ask when evaluating nonfiction graphic novels and 30
picks for a core collection; key publishers and cartoonists to
consider when adding international titles; developing a collection
that supports curriculum and faculty outreach to ensure wide usage,
with catalogers' tips for organizing your collection and improving
discovery; real-world examples of how libraries treat graphic
novels, such as an in-depth profile of the development of Penn
Library's Manga collection; how to integrate the emerging field of
graphic medicine into the collection; and specialized resources
like The Cartoonists of Color and Queer Cartoonists databases, the
open access scholarly journal Comic Grid, and the No Flying, No
Tights website. Packed with expert guidance and useful information,
this guide will assist technical services staff, catalogers, and
acquisition and collection management librarians.
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