Book review: Library design for the 21st century: Collaborative strategies to ensure success

Abstract

The discussion of bidding for and securing funding is thorough, with plenty of guidance which would be useful for anyone who finds themselves required to carry out this kind of process. The concluding chapter discusses continuing professional development, something which it is of course important for managers not to neglect amidst their busy workload. The author suggests various different ways in which leaders can continue to develop personally and professionally, some of which I had not considered previously. As a relatively new manager in an academic library, I found this book incredibly useful. The case studies within each chapter offer helpful real-life examples of the issues and approaches discussed, and each chapter ends with a reference list, which offers plenty of leads to follow for further reading on any topic of particular interest. While some sections of the text are more relevant than others for the reader, depending on their role and level of management, I believe that there is helpful content within this book for all leaders and managers within the LIS sector, whether new or experienced.