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Shelving Graphic Novels

Shelving Graphic Novels. Where do Graphic Novels Belong? . Where to shelve graphic novels can be a tough decision for librarians to make. By Dewey 741.5?. In Fiction?. By Subject?. Shelve them by Dewey # 741.5. faster cataloging and shelving

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Shelving Graphic Novels

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  1. Shelving Graphic Novels

  2. Where do Graphic Novels Belong? Where to shelve graphic novels can be a tough decision for librarians to make. By Dewey 741.5? In Fiction? By Subject?

  3. Shelve them by Dewey # 741.5 • faster cataloging and shelving • students always know where to find them • helps increase circulation because they are altogether • not organized by content • some people may not take them as seriously because they think they are entertainment as opposed to books with literary value. Positives Negatives Source: Dickinson (2007)

  4. Shelve them by Subject Positives + users will get used to seeing them integrated into content just like other books Negatives - novels could get lost in the shelves - teachers may get mad at students for using graphic novels in research (ex. Shelf Maus with the Holocaust 940.53) • Shelve non-fiction with the corresponding subject. • Shelve fiction by author. Source: Dickinson (2007) Image Source: http://www.titlewave.com/cover?FLR=29092B0&SID=fab9957316a195c5661391a56851ec67&type=cover

  5. Age Appropriate? Group them in separate age appropriate sections. If your library serves multiple age groups, the age appropriateness of graphic novels could be an issue. Mark them with a sticker that designates the age level. Source: Mooney (2002) Image Source:http://media.tv20detroit.com/images/tv-ratings.jpg

  6. Sources Used: • Dickinson, G. (2007, May/June). The question: Where should I shelve graphic novels?. Knowledge Quest, 35(5). 56-57. Retrieved on October 17, 2009 from Wilson Web database. • Mooney, M. (2002, Nov/Dec). Graphic novels: How they can work in libraries. Book Report, 21(3). 18-19. Retrieved on October 17, 2009 from Wilson Web database.

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