Category: The cat’s meow :|b cataloging tips
Cataloging tips for library cats.
Adding “things” (Part 1)
What do you think? Library of things: scary challenge or fun challenge? Searching for a bib record for a “thing” is much the same as searching for a record for a book. I search Workflows for both the title and the barcode number on the package in Call Number and Item Maintenance. I use Title / Browse search parameters for the title and General / Keyword to search on the packaging barcode number. If you’re looking for a popular board game, learning toy, or Wilton cake pan, chances are we … read more Adding “things” (Part 1)
Beware of bootlegs
Watch out! OK, I exaggerate. Adding a bootleg copy of a DVD to your collection won’t burn down the house (or the library). But sharing illegally made copies does infringe on copyright; in other words, sharing illegal copies is, well, illegal. Because our shared catalog is public and easy to search, and because large production companies like Disney and Netflix do care about their intellectual property, adding bootleg copies could lead to a cease and desist letter. The production company would have grounds to sue if you didn’t cease … read more Beware of bootlegs
Records for large print books
The thing about large print is that if you want it, you want it, and regular print size won’t do. Imagine this scenario: Your patron has been waiting for the new book by their favorite author that they placed on hold weeks ago. They needed the large print, and only one or two libraries in the system own that format. They get the call, the books is in! They get someone to drive them to the library. (They failed the eye exam last time they tried to renew their drivers … read more Records for large print books