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EXCEL: A certificate programme in
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E9-Collection Development for Adults
ASSIGNMENT 2
Submit this assignment to your tutor by the date given on the schedule accompanying this course. Be sure to include your name on each page and to keep a copy of your assignment.
For this part of the assignment, read one (1) typical novel by a high demand author. The book must have been published within the last five years and must be part of your library’s collection. It must be one that you have not read before.
Submit the following information about the book you have just read:
- author, title and date
- a brief summary of the plot, noting the major characters, setting and theme
- a brief note about any controversial points
(features that might be considered objectionable by some) - a discussion of the characteristics that make it so popular
(e.g., earlier novels on a best seller list, recent newspaper review)
In addition, in your written assignment, provide answers to these questions:
- If possible, find out why the book was purchased/acquired for your library’s collection. (e.g., a review appeared in the newspaper, always buy this author’s books).
- If possible, find out why this book is in such demand with your patrons (e.g., library staff have been recommending it, patrons know this author has a new book and are asking for it)
- Did you enjoy the book? Why?
- Do you think you would be able to suggest this book to a patron as part of your readers’ advisory work?
Your answer to this part of the assignment should be one to two pages long.
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2005 Edition