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HOW DIVERSE ARE OUR BOOKS?

Authors :
Vercelletto, Christina
Source :
Library Journal. Jun2019, Vol. 144 Issue 5, p33-36. 4p. 6 Charts.
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

The article discusses the results of the "Library Journal's" Diverse Materials Survey about the diversity in library collections in the U.S. Findings include percentage of respondents who seek out materials with main characters who are black or African American for their library, the preference of respondents when it comes to religious-themed materials, and sexual orientation and gender identity as often the areas that see the most challenges.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03630277
Volume :
144
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Library Journal
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
136630854