Doing Social Media So It Matters: A Librarian's Guide (ALA Editions Special Reports)

Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, LinkedIn: it s difficult enough to keep abreast of social media Web sites, let alone understand how they fit into today s library. This practical resource brings together current information on the topic in a concise format that s easy to digest. Laura Solomon is a librarian with more than a decade of experience in Web development, design, and technology, and her timely guide

• Provides context on the social media phenomenon
• Offers practical advice on how libraries can choose, use, and monitor these tools effectively
• Identifies additional resources and best practices

Solomon has written a unique, to-the-point guidebook for those ready to jump into the deep end of the pool and commence or improve their library s tweeting, posting, and friending.