Note: CSU-Pueblo doesn't have a copy of this book, but you can borrow it from another library using Prospector.
Sue Polanka brings together a variety of professionals to share their expertise about e-books with librarians and publishers. Providing forward-thinking ideas while remaining grounded in practical information that can be implemented in all kinds of libraries, the topics explored include an introduction to e-books and their different types, an overview of their history and development, e-book technology, why e-books are good for learning, and how librarians can market them to a wide range of users.--[back cover]
"With their explosive sales and widespread availability over the past few years, e-books have definitively proven that they’re here to stay. In this sequel to her best-selling book of the same title, expert Polanka dives even deeper into the world of digital distribution. Contributors from across the e-book world offer their perspectives on what’s happening now and what to expect in the coming months and years. Included in this invaluable resource are:
Guidelines for performing traditional library processes such as cataloging, weeding, archiving, and managing e-book accessibility for patrons with special needs
Explorations of topics such as the e-book digital divide and open-access publishing
Case studies from an array of academic, public, and school libraries, offering firsthand accounts of what works, what doesn’t, and why
Discussions of the emerging model of the electronic-only library and the rich possibilities of enhanced e-books
"All librarians will want to familiarize themselves with the wealth of advice in this volume on best practices for use and management of e-books."--ALA (publisher's) website