Demystifying Serials Cataloging: A Book of Examples

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This essential reference teaches library staff how to handle the most common and confusing problems in serials cataloging by providing clear examples, practice exercises, and helpful advice based on experience. Serials cataloging can be an overwhelming task that frustrates even the most seasoned professional. This book provides simple guidance and real-world examples to illustrate best practices in serials cataloging. Demystifying Serials Cataloging: A Book of Examples is a reliable reference for learning how to catalog serials or improve cataloging skills. The book covers important elements of descriptive cataloging of serial publications such as explanations, sample records, applicable cataloging rules, and images of the serials. Examples demonstrate best practices and guidelines from the industry's leading cataloging standards including Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules: Second Revised Edition; CONSER Cataloging Manual; Library of Congress Rule Interpretation; and OCLC Bibliographic Formats and Standards. Each chapter contains helpful practice exercises to ensure understanding and reinforce learning.

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This book can be an effective training tool for both students and novice catalogers. . . . I highly recommend this publication for your collection. * Technical Services Quarterly *
This work is a tool designed for those who are new to cataloging serials or need the latest information about revisions and developments in the field. It can also serve as a reference tool in understanding basic concepts as an aid to accessing serials and their records. This would also be an invaluable tool in a graduate teaching environment. * VOYA *

Author Bio

Fang Huang Gao is supervisory librarian at the United States Government Printing Office and is a trainer for several professional development workshops. Heather Tennison holds a certificate in special collections librarianship from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Janet A. Weber is manager of cataloging services at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.