Book and Paper Interest Group

Purpose

Discusses matters related to the preservation and continuing role of books, paper-based materials, and other tangible artifacts in collections. Discussion includes, but is not limited to, library binding, physical quality and treatment.

This interest group is part of our Preservation Section.

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Interest Group Leaders

Ms. Carrie Beyer (Co-Chair, September 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Karen H. O'Connell (Co-Chair, November 14, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Jenny Levine (Staff Liaison, August 9, 2023, to June 30, 2025)

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Resources

Activities

The group's conveners have committed to providing the following activities throughout the year:

  • Facilitate year-round discussion in the ALA Connect group;
  • Hold a virtual program or discussion during the year (not as part of a conference);
  • Offer an online course or webinar through Core's continuing education program.

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Get Involved

Interest group members do not need to be members of Core, or even of ALA. Anyone with an ALA account can join a Core interest group in ALA Connect. Conveners must be Core members, but anyone can join or leave an interest group at any time.