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Welcome to the home of the 2nd edition of The Accidental Systems Librarian by Nicole C. Engard with Rachel Singer Gordon. The book is scheduled to be published in 2012. Keep an eye out here for more information about the book as it becomes available.

First Edition Information

The Accidental Systems Librarian takes the approach that anyone with a solid foundation in the practices and principles of librarianship and a willingness to confront changing technology can serve effectively in a library technology position—with or without formal computer training. Author Rachel Singer Gordon’s practical advice on using research, organizational, and bibliographic skills to solve various systems problems is geared to helping “accidental” systems librarians develop the skills they need to succeed and the confidence they need to excel. An essential book for any librarian who wants to deal more effectively with technology in her or his institution.

Endorsements for The Accidental Systems Librarian 1st Edition

• “This is a great book for beginners and veterans alike. From defining what we do, to what we need to know and how to share our knowledge, The Accidental Systems Librarian covers all the bases. If you’re curious what it takes to be a library geek, this is the place to start.” —Blake Carver, LISNews.com
• “The perfect primer for anyone who has to support computer technology in libraries. Whether you are a systems librarian by choice or by chance, Gordon’s real-world examples and practical advice will show you how to manage your computer systems so that they don’t manage you!” —Andrew Mutch, Library Systems Technician, Waterford Township Public Library (Michigan)
• “The Accidental Systems Librarian is entertaining, informative, and reassuring. As a trainer, I am constantly encountering librarians who were not hired as systems specialists but somehow found themselves in that role. I will be recommending this wonderful book to my students.” —Michael Sauers, Librarian, Trainer & Author Bibliographical Center for Research (BCR)