Reader development in practice : bringing literature to readers

Who is the reader, how do we reach them and why? This book covers all aspects of literature in relation to the reader, exploring the link between author and reader, the extent to which readers are dictating what libraries offer and how that has changed since the birth of reader development, and the impact that policy change and organisational development have had on the publishing and promotion of literature.

It reflects on the challenges facing information professionals in reader development, promotion and partnerships, providing new professionals and students with practical guidance and new ideas, and a firm underpinning knowledge upon which to build.

This user-friendly and clearly structured collection brings together the work of expert practitioners and academics from both theoretical and practical perspectives, offering individual chapters on specific areas.Key topics include: from author to reader - case study; social inclusion and accessibility; imaginative literature for children and young people; imaginative literature for adults; emergent readers; the roles of imaginative fiction in people's lives; managing fiction in libraries; promoting books to children and adults at branch library level; publishing and the book trade; sharing the knowledge - developing reflective practitioners; reading and information technology; and online publishing and stock.

This up-to-date guide is essential reading for library and information professionals, students and academics.

It will also be of interest to students taking literature and publishing courses.