September 2022 | Diverse Collection Support Toolkit
Laura Damon-Moore
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Committee Updates Katie Hanson shared that she test-drove the new shelf talker feature with a couple of titles in Madison Public Library's Advantage account. Project managers will follow up with OverDrive on a couple of feature-related questions, but, this is a great time to explore and try out this new feature. In addition, the project managers will work on a list of genres and authors that will support the WPLC's work to support diverse collections. This list will be shared with selectors who have expressed in creating shelf talkers for these works. See below for what these messages look like (blue circle) -- note, these are currently only visible to users who are logged in to their account in the Libby app.
Project Manager Updates IMPORTANT: Establishing an Advantage Weeding Plan for Your System OverDrive has asked us to convey the importance of creating a weeding plan for your system's Advantage collection. Collection maintenance, including weeding, is key to cultivating a collection that is rich in perspectives and allows for easy browsing and discovery. Step-by-step instructions are shared here to help you get started. System contacts for Advantage accounts should reach out to Alix Morris at amorris@overdrive.com for assistance in establishing a weeding plan.
Diverse Collection Action Plan Ideas | September
If you don't already, follow Wisconsin's Digital Library on Facebook. The WPLC social media committee creates posts designed to be shared with/by library accounts, and are an easy way to promote the general digital library collection and campaigns built to promote heritage and pride month lists and more.
OverDrive kicked off their Hispanic Heritage Month Sale, running September 12 through October 14th. This sale includes Spanish language content.
Resource or Tool of the Month Weeding in OverDrive has changed and is more decentralized! Even if your system has a weeding plan in place, you can learn about the new Advantage-level weeding process and what it means for you.
Stay in touch We encourage you to comment on this and other modules, add YOUR tips and suggestions, or email us with ideas for future modules. We are excited to hear and learn from you! Find the complete toolkit here.
