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***Apologies for cross-posting*** The 2013 catalogue is now available. Inside, you can find out about our latest titles and browse our backlist. You can Download a PDF of the catalogue here: http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/downloads/file/Facet%20Publishing%20Catalogue%202013(1).pdf View the catalogue online here: http://issuu.com/jamesagwilliams/docs/facet_publishing_catalogue_2013. If you would rather have a paper copy, email [log in to unmask] and we will post one out to you. The following titles have recently been published by Facet: Rethinking Information Literacy A practical framework for learning Jane Secker and Emma Coonan, editors Based on groundbreaking research, undertaken by the authors as part of the prestigious Arcadia Programme at Cambridge University, this book presents a new and dynamic information literacy curriculum developed for the 21st century information professional. More information: http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/title.php?id=8224 Table of contents (PDF): http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/downloads/file/secker&c-toc.pdf Free sample chapter (PDF): http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/downloads/file/secker&c-ch1.pdf --------------------------------- Information Resource Description Creating and managing metadata Philip Hider "Metadata is a topic of great, and continuing importance in all the information sciences and collection disciplines. But it is one in which students and practitioners alike can become lost in details and specifics. Philip Hider’s book takes a uniquely wide and integrative approach, combining basic principles and well-chosen examples to give an admirably clear insight into the subject." - David Bawden, City University London More information: http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/title.php?id=6671 Table of contents (PDF): http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/downloads/file/hider-toc.pdf Free sample chapter (PDF): http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/downloads/file/hider-ch1.pdf --------------------------------- Evaluating the Impact of Your Library, 2nd edition Sharon Markless and David Streatfield About the previous edition: "Stands out as a shining example of how a guide should be written." - Information Research More information: http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/title.php?id=8125 Table of contents (PDF): http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/downloads/file/markless&s-toc.pdf Free sample chapter (PDF): http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/downloads/file/markless&s-ch1.pdf --------------------------------- Collaboration in Libraries and Learning Environments Maxine Melling and Margaret Weaver, editors In this edited collection, international expert contributors globe investigate how libraries and other service areas can work together across traditional boundaries to enhance the customer experience. More information: Table of contents (PDF): Free sample chapter (PDF): --------------------------------- Reference and Information Services: An introduction 3rd edition Kay Ann Cassell and Uma Hiremath About previous editions: "...this book is well-worth consideration. There is nothing else to compare with it for use in the contemporary information studies curriculum. Students will find it informative and relevant." - Library Management More information: http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/title.php?id=8392 --------------------------------- Library Services for Children and Young People Challenges and opportunities in the digital age Carolynn Rankin and Avril Brock, editors A vision for children’s library services in the next decade. This book provides a sound background to all aspects of library provision for 6–18 year olds. It is designed to support the strategic planning and delivery of library services and programmes at a local community level or in schools. More information: http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/title.php?id=7128 Table of contents (PDF): http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/downloads/file/rankin&b-toc.pdf Free sample chapter (PDF): http://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/downloads/file/rankin&b-ch1.pdf