Offers 500 different strategies that can be used to increase public relations for a school media program and get parents, students, and other community members involved in library projects.

This new edition, like the first, is designed to help school librarians and learning center specialists develop solid public relations strategies. Step-by-step strategies in public relations are developed within the framework of seven basic categories. The authors have added material on bilingualism, multilingualism, geography, ethics, literacy, fitness and health, life transitions and crisis control, child abuse, and image building.

Make your library the place to be. The library is still the best place to go for traditional information - and for everything from Internet access, database reference, video and CD check-out to engaging exhibits, entertaining events, and more. The challenge is getting your customers and community to believe that their library has more to offer today than it ever did. It's up to you to communicate that the home or work computer can't come close to delivering the unique services your library provides. And you can do this with Powerful Public Relations. Whether you have a lot of time to devote to a PR program or just a few hours here and there, communicating your library's many benefits is paramount to the satisfaction and number of customers you have each day. Here are just a few of the ways that savvy PR can work to sell your library's image. You'll learn how to: * Produce eye-catching brochures using desktop technology * Create a Web-based PR strategy and plan * Develop multimedia promotional programs that can be set up in the library * Plan special events and exhibits that will generate publicity and attendance With sample screen captures, press releases, public service announce

This step-by-step guide shows how to best incorporate public relations techniques into the library and reap the benefits of well-planned and executed campaign. Chapters explain how to write, review and update a communications plan; develop a corporate identity; make the most of media coverage; use volunteers; get a message out at programmes and events; create effective newsletters, brochures, posters, and other print communications; and use the Internet World Wide Web, online services, and local bulletin board services for publicity. Throughout, examples and case studies illustrate effective communication techniques and strategies for all kinds of libraries. Appendices offering sample news releases, lists of library press, state and national public relations networking opportunities, and online services appropriate for library publicity are also included.