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Practical ways to do readers' advisory better.

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Using Story Elements

Story elements are how NoveList defines the aspects of a book that catch a reader's attention — the tone, whether it's focused on world-building or character, or if it's got a resonating theme. Story elements are a great way to talk to your readers to understand why they liked (or didn't like) a book and to search for more.

Learn about NoveList's story elements
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Using NoveList Plus Content

NoveList Plus content is easy fodder for book displays, recommendations on social media, bookmarks, and quick readers' advisory conversations. We've got tips for using all the content you can find in NoveList Plus, like:

  • Articles
  • Book Club Best Bets
  • Genre Guides
  • And many more
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NoveList Search Strategies

Use our search strategy handouts to tackle challenging reader questions and library scenarios. In each Search Strategy, we present a common scenario that you face as a librarian, reader, or parent, and offer several ways to use NoveList Plus to find the books you need.

Access NoveList search strategy handouts
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Field Code Strategies

Field Codes are two-letter codes that allow you to specify exactly which fields you want NoveList Plus to search. These resources will help you use field codes to quickly create complex searches with ease.

Learn to master NoveList's field codes

Build Your Skills with Learn with NoveList

With a subscription to Learn with NoveList, library staff gets quality, expert training in readers’ advisory. These are the focused professional development courses library staff need to connect with their readers and community. 

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Are You a NoveList Plus Power User?

Go beyond the search box with these videos offering advanced tips for using NoveList Plus.

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NoveList on EBSCO Connect

Learn more about how to use NoveList Plus from a wide range of helpful tutorials, including:

  • NoveList Search Strategies
  • Read-a-like Recommendations
  • Recorded training for beginner and advanced users
  • And much more 
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