I genrefied fiction about five years ago.  Our categories are Contemporary, Historical, Fantasy, SciFi, Mystery/Thriller, Horror/Supernatural, Action/Adventure, Romance/Relationships.

 

Casey LaPlante

Granby Memorial HS

Granby, CT

 

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Is anyone getting requests for this in high schools? 

 

 

 

Stephanie Patterson

Southington High School Library 

"Building character with critical thinking, creativity,

 collaboration and communication."

 

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We moved into a new, smaller library this year and the layout provoked a mini genrefication.  I put Sports together (fiction and narrative nonfiction) and pulled Fantasy into its own section.  The rationale being that  fantasy and sports readers often just want more.
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On Dec 18, 2019, at 9:33 AM, Gail Nelson <gwnelson100@gmail.com<mailto:gwnelson100@gmail.com>> wrote:

Good morning!

I saw the recent discussion about genrefying fiction. After spending years dug in defending alphabetical author (and fighting the knot in my stomach when I think about making decisions about which categories books belong in) I am considering dipping my toe in the genrefying waters. I already do alternatives to make the books easier to find: displays, genre labels on the spine, etc.

I am still resistant because in my experience I can go into most public libraries and independently find the book I am looking for.  In Barnes and Noble I often have to ask for help to find a book.

Does anyone have a great experience they would like to share after genrefying? Persuasive reasoning why this is a good idea?  Contrary thoughts are also welcome! I know this is a tall order, but I would appreciate any input you are willing to share at a very busy time.

Thanks so much!

Gail Nelson
School Librarian
Harwinton Consolidated School


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