Rethinking Collection Development and Management

This collection of thought-provoking essays by visionary and innovative library practitioners covers theory, research, and best practices in collection development, examining how it has evolved, identifying how some librarians are creatively responding to these changes, and predicting what is coming next.

• Provides an up-to-date professional guide that complements traditional collection management texts

• Identifies current trends and paradigm shifts in collection development and management

• Illustrates best practices for emerging trends in collection development

• Features contributions from innovative, informed, and visionary experts in the field