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Collection Development (188)

Christian Publishers

I have been a Church librarian for a long, long time and am familiar with all the old stand by publishers, and denominations they are /are not associated with. I know who I trust. But lately it seems there are many new publishers I don't know. Is t

Started by Marjorie Lee in Collection Development

10 Replies · Reply by Martha W. Hancock Jul 27, 2021

Just starting a very small library

I am in charge of starting up our church's very, very small library. Any suggestions? The collection will consist of materials that members donate. Does having a check-in/check-out notebook seem to work out okay in cases like mine?

Started by Michelle Smith in Collection Development

15 Replies · Reply by Morlee Maynard Jul 2, 2021

Amazon Wish List

I just set up an Amazon Wish List for our library. For those using this, how has it been received? Has it worked well? How have you advertised the wish list?

Thanks for your answers.

Started by Sharln Chapman in Collection Development

4 Replies · Reply by Jenn Burwell May 19, 2021

Looking for fiction titles about domestic abuse!

I am looking for some recent titles (fiction only) that address domestic abuse. I read a book MANY years ago but am wondering if there is anything recent.

Started by Lynda Morrison in Collection Development

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Copyright question on VHS and DVDs

Our church is working on new bylaws and asked me about my VHS and DVDs that I check out in the library. Can someone let me know about what if anything I need to know about checking out them. Also, if anyone can help they also had a question abut the

Started by Debbie Gore in Collection Development

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Purchasing library supplies

I am curious where most church librarians buy their supplies such as date due slips, corner protectors, and paperback book covers. Where can I get the best quality at the lowest price? Thanks!

Started by Teri Ray in Collection Development

5 Replies · Reply by Cathy Smith Oct 29, 2020

What is your review of Crazy Love by Francis Chan?

One of our church members asked me last week if we have this book in our library, and we do not. I know it has received "5-star" reviews at CBD, but I am wondering about the occasional negative comments related to "works" salvation. I would appreciat

Started by Jane Bearden in Collection Development

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CVLI Licensing and movie nights at church

We purchased the license to show Fireproof at our church, and that was such a hit that we want to start having an occasional movie night. We have the CVLI License (Total Producers Package), and I have begun the task of going through every movie so I

Started by Lisa Christmas in Collection Development

3 Replies · Reply by Morlee Maynard May 18, 2021

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