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Nonfiction
Title: Technology for the rest of us: a primer on
computer technologies for the low-tech librarian
Personal Author: Courtney, Nancy, ed
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
Publication Year: 2005
Pages: 184
ISBN: 1-59158-233-4 (paperback), $40
Abstract: "The essays here are not meant to make you an expert but to
give you a basic introduction to some of the current technologies
impacting libraries and their patrons, including computer networks,
wireless networks, network security, OpenURL, RFID (radio frequency
identification), blogs and RSS, XML, Open Archive Initiatives Protocol
for Metadata Harvesting, local digital repositories, adaptive or
assistive technology, and digital image management. . . . The articles
are brief and clearly written, and computer jargon is defined and
explained. Each chapter lists references for further information for
both print and online resources, and there is a selected bibliography
and glossary at the end of the book." (Libr J)
Dewey Decimal Classification: 025
IN Public Library Catalog Title: Your name in
print: a teen's guide to publishing for fun, profit, and academic
success
Personal Author: Harper, Elizabeth; Harper, Timothy
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Publication Year: 2005
Pages: 186
ISBN: 0-312-33759-0 (paperback), $13.95
Abstract: The authors "offer chapters and features on a variety of
subjects: writing outlets (such as local papers and blogs); article
topics; workspaces; book publishing and agents; tips from pros; sample
columns; [and] 'glances' at current teen writers. . . . This book will
be a useful addition for most libraries." (Voice Youth Advocates)
Dewey Decimal Classification: 808
Review: School Library Journal v. 51 no. 11 (Nov. 2005). Follos,
Alison, reviewer [with full text]
IN Senior High School Library Catalog Title: The
Encyclopedia of new media: an essential reference to communication and
technology
Personal Author: Jones, Steve, ed
Publisher: Sage Publs.
Publication Year: 2003
Pages: 532
ISBN: 0-7619-2382-9, $125
Abstract: This reference "examines artifacts, concepts, personalities,
and contexts surrounding the history, adaptation, and growth of new
media. The encyclopedia includes more than 250 entries on such topics
as blog, cyborg, digital subscriber line, gaming, plug-ins, and
telemedicine, as well as such personalities as Laurie Anderson,
William Gibson, Jaron Lanier, and Steven Jobs. Each article includes a
bibliography, suggestions for further reading, and @see also'
references. . . . {This is} a worthwhile and valuable addition to both
science and technology and social science reference collections. It is
suitable for high school, public and university library audiences."
(Ref & User Services Quarterly)
Dewey Decimal Classification: 302.23
Review: Booklist v. 99 no. 16 (Apr. 15 2003). Black, Ken, reviewer
Review: Reference & User Services Quarterly v. 43 no. 1 (Fall 2003).
DeChambeau, Aimee, reviewer [with full text]
IN Public Library Catalog Title: Who let the blogs
out?: a hyperconnected peek at the world of Weblogs
Personal Author: Stone, Biz
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Publication Year: 2004
Pages: 244
ISBN: 0-312-33000-6 (paperback), $13.95
Abstract: The author "presents a brief history of blogging in addition
to covering the growth of the 'participatory web,' blogging in
businesses, political blogging, and the 'blogosphere.' But he is at
his best when providing advice to veteran and aspiring bloggers about
blogrolling, blog culture dos and don'ts, easy HTML editing, and
adding subtle advertising to blogs to create revenue. Stone's
enthusiasm for his subject is infectious, and anyone who has toyed
with the idea of starting a blog will be inspired to begin." (Libr J)
Dewey Decimal Classification: 006.7
Review: Library Journal (1976) v. 129 no. 20 (Dec. 2004). Cuddy,
Colleen, reviewer [with full text]
Publishers Weekly v. 251 no. 44 (Nov. 1 2004)
IN Senior High School Library Catalog and Public Library Catalog
Fiction
Title: Raisin Rodriguez and the big-time smooch: a novel
Personal Author: Goldschmidt, Judy
Publisher: Razor Bill
Publication Year: 2005
Pages: 183
ISBN: 1-59514-057-3, $12.99
Abstract: Still corresponding through her blog with her friends who
live across the country, thirteen-year-old Raisin records her hopes
and worries as she tries to obtain her first kiss from the long-lashed
and cinnamon-scented CJ Mullen.
"Goldschmidt's strength--her ear for frank middle-school
dialogue--will endear her to readers, even as the language shocks many
adults." (Booklist)
Review: Booklist v. 102 no. 8 (Dec. 15 2005). Weisman, Kay, reviewer
Reading Level: 6 and up
IN Middle & Junior High School Library Catalog
Title: The secret blog of Raisin Rodriguez
Personal Author: Goldschmidt, Judy
Publisher: Razorbill
Publication Year: 2005
Pages: 202
ISBN: 1-59514-018-2, $12.99
Abstract: In a weblog she sends to her best friends back in Berkeley,
seventh-grader Raisin Rodriguez chronicles her successes and her more
frequent humiliating failures as she attempts to make friends at her
new Philadelphia school.
"This readable novel features solid writing and an engaging main
character." (Horn Book Guide)
Review: Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books v. 58 no. 9 (May
2005). Coats, Karen, reviewer [with full text]
Reading Level: 6 and up
IN Middle & Junior High School Library Catalog
Title: Click here: (to find out how I survived seventh grade)
Personal Author: Vega, Denise
Publisher: Little, Brown
Publication Year: 2005
Pages: 211
ISBN: 0-316-98560-0, $15.99
Abstract: Seventh-grader Erin Swift writes about her friends and
classmates in her private blog, but when it accidentally gets posted
on the school Intranet site, she learns some important lessons about
friendship.
"The characters and situations are believable, and readers will relate
to and sympathize with Erin's dilemmas." (SLJ)
Review: Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books v. 59 no. 1 (Sept.
2005). Coats, Karen, reviewer [with full text]
Reading Level: 5 and up
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