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Author(s): Joyce G. Saricks
ISBN(s): 9780838909898, 0838909892
Edition: Revised
File Details: PDF, 1.25 MB
Year: 2009
Language: english
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ISBN 10:    0838909892
ISBN 13: 978-0838909898
Author:        Joyce G. Saricks

This revised edition provides a way of understanding the vast universe of genre fiction in an easy-to-use format. Expert readers’ advisor Joyce Saricks offers groundbreaking reconsideration of the connections among genres, providing•Key authors and themes within 15 genres•An explanation as to how the different genres overlap•The elements of fiction most likely to entice readersProvocative and spirited, The Readers’ Advisory Guide to Genre Fiction, 2nd Edition offers hands-on strategies for librarians who want to become experts at figuring out what their readers are seeking and how to match books with those interests.
 

The Readers Advisory Guide to Genre Fiction ALA Readers Advisory 1st Table of contents:

  • Part I: Understanding Genre Fiction

    • Chapter 1: Defining Genre Fiction: Key Characteristics and Overlapping Categories
    • Chapter 2: Genre Evolution and Trends: Tracking Changes in Popular Fiction
    • Chapter 3: The Psychology of Genre Reading: Appealing to Reader Preferences

  • Part II: Major Genre Categories and Subgenres

    • Chapter 4: Mystery/Thriller/Suspense: Subgenres, Key Authors, and Reading Level Considerations
    • Chapter 5: Romance: Subgenres (Historical, Paranormal, Contemporary, etc.), Tropes, and Reader Preferences
    • Chapter 6: Science Fiction: Subgenres (Space Opera, Cyberpunk, Dystopian, etc.), Key Themes, and Reading Levels
    • Chapter 7: Fantasy: Subgenres (High Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, etc.), Worldbuilding, and Reader Preferences
    • Chapter 8: Horror: Subgenres (Gothic, Psychological, Supernatural, etc.), Key Elements and Reader Sensitivities
    • Chapter 9: Historical Fiction: Time Periods, Geographical Settings, and Reader Interests
    • Chapter 10: Western: Subgenres, Themes, and Reading Levels
    • Chapter 11: Contemporary Fiction: Identifying Overlapping Genres, Themes, and Styles
    • Chapter 12: Young Adult Fiction: Genres and Themes Relevant to YA Readers
    • Chapter 13: Other Genres: (e.g., Literary Fiction, Thrillers, Crime Fiction – consider where these best fit within your structure)

  • Part III: Readers’ Advisory Techniques

    • Chapter 14: Interviewing and Assessing Readers: Determining Reading Preferences and Needs
    • Chapter 15: Using Catalogs and Databases: Efficiently Searching for Books
    • Chapter 16: Developing Book Lists and Recommendations: Creating Targeted Recommendations
    • Chapter 17: Evaluating and Reviewing Books: Methods for Critical Assessment of Genre Fiction
    • Chapter 18: Promoting Genre Fiction: Encouraging Readers to Explore New Genres

  • Part IV: Resources and Further Reading

    • Chapter 19: Key Author Databases and Resources: Websites, Blogs, and Other Tools
    • Chapter 20: Professional Development Opportunities: Continuing Education and Networking

 

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