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{{short description|American book review magazine}}
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{{Infobox magazine
| title = Booklist
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| image_file = Booklist 20181215 cover.jpg
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| image_caption = December 15, 2018 issue
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| frequency = 22 issues per year
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| category = [[Book reviews]], [[Bookbook industry]], [[Librarylibrary science]]
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| publisher = [[American Library Association]]
| firstdate = January 1905
| country = [[United States]]
| based = [[Chicago, Illinois]]<ref>{{cite web|title=Book Review Magazines|url=http://www.bookmarket.com/magazines-books.htm|work=Book Market|accessdateaccess-date=1 February 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190513004153/http://www.bookmarket.com/magazines-books.htm|archive-date=13 May 2019|url-status=dead}}</ref>
| language = [[American English|English]]
| website = {{URL|http://www.booklistonline.com}}
| issn = 0006-7385
| oclc = 1536781
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'''''Booklist''''' is a publication of the [[American Library Association]] that provides critical reviews of books and audiovisual materials for all ages. ''Booklist’Booklist''{{'}}s primary audience consists of libraries, educators, and booksellers. The magazine is available to subscribers in print and online. ''Booklist''It is published 22 times per year, and reviews over 7,500 titles annually. The ''Booklist'' brand also offers a blog, various newsletters, and monthly webinars. The ''Booklist'' offices are located in the American Library Association headquarters in Chicago’s [[Gold Coast, Chicago|Gold Coast]] neighborhood.
 
==History==
''Booklist'', as an introduction from the [[American Library Association]] (ALA) publishing board notes, began publication in January 1905 to "meet an evident need by issuing a current buying list of recent books with brief notes designed to assist librarians in selection," noted an introduction attributed to the American Library Association Publishing board. "Other features, such as annotated lists on current topics, will probably be added later, and in general, any matter useful to those in charge of smaller libraries will here find an appropriate place."<ref>{{cite journal|title=Introduction|journal=Booklist|date=Jan.–Feb.Jan–Feb 1905|volume=1|issue=1-21–2|page=2|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=eFJHAQAAMAAJ&lpgq=PA2&ots=k0aJGGVNC5&dq=%22meet%20an%20evident%20need%20by%20issuing%20a%20current22current%20buying%20list%20of%20recent%20books%20with%20brief%20notes%20designed%20to%20assist%20librarians%20in%20selection%22&pg=PA2#v=onepage&q&f=false}}</ref>[2]▼
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▲''Booklist'' began publication in January 1905 to "meet an evident need by issuing a current buying list of recent books with brief notes designed to assist librarians in selection," noted an introduction attributed to the American Library Association Publishing board. "Other features, such as annotated lists on current topics, will probably be added later, and in general, any matter useful to those in charge of smaller libraries will here find an appropriate place."<ref>{{cite journal|title=Introduction|journal=Booklist|date=Jan.–Feb. 1905|volume=1|issue=1-2|page=2|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=eFJHAQAAMAAJ&lpg=PA2&ots=k0aJGGVNC5&dq=%22meet%20an%20evident%20need%20by%20issuing%20a%20current%20buying%20list%20of%20recent%20books%20with%20brief%20notes%20designed%20to%20assist%20librarians%20in%20selection%22&pg=PA2#v=onepage&q&f=false}}</ref>[2]
 
With an annual subscription fee of 50 cents, ''Booklist'' was initially subsidized by a $100,000 grant from the [[Carnegie Corporation of New York|Carnegie Foundation]], known for its public and university library endowments, and at first mainly contained the briefest 25- to 50-word summaries. In 1913, the ''Booklist'' offices were moved from Boston to the ALA headquarters in Chicago's [[McCormick family|McCormick mansion]]. By the 1930s the reviews had become more in-depth, and the journal began to include some articles. In October 1939, just a few weeks after the start of [[World War II]], ''Booklist'' published an article entitled "Books for the 'Long and Calm View': On the Crisis, Its Background and Implications to the United States", intended to address "the demand for impartial books without the emotionalism of propaganda." Amidst a world crisis, the editor helped library patrons to have their questions answered while presenting various viewpoints. From the 1950s to the 1960s, ''Booklist'' reviews were limited to 150 words, generally three long sentences. Reviews were handwritten in pencil on yellow legal paper, edited and typed up for the printer. Artistic design choices for the magazine were minimal, with the only visual change between issues being the plain cover's solid colour.
In 1905, the annual subscription fee was only 50 cents. Initially, ''Booklist'' was subsidized by a $100,000 grant from the [[Carnegie Foundation]], known for its turn of the century endowments for public and university libraries. At the time of its inception, the journal mainly contained condensed summaries of only 25-50 words. The first editions were published in Boston, but in 1913, the ''Booklist'' offices were moved to the American Library Association headquarters, located in the McCormick Mansion in Chicago, Illinois.
By the 1930s the reviews were more in-depth and the journal began to include some articles. In October 1939, just a few weeks after the start of World War II, ''Booklist'' published a very helpful article "Books for the 'Long and Calm View': On the Crisis, Its Background and Implications to the United States" that addressed "the demand for impartial books without the emotionalism of propaganda."[3] The editor wanted to make sure that in the midst of a world crisis, library patrons had their questions answered and all points of view given.
 
The 1970s saw a great deal of change in the ''Booklist'' offices. As adolescent literature gained popularity, a [[Young adult fiction|Young Adult]] books editor was hired. The publication of such books as [[Judy Blume]]’s ''Forever'', [[Phyllis Reynolds Naylor]]'s Alice series, and [[S.E. Hinton]]'s ''[[The Outsiders (novel)|The Outsiders]]'' marked a need to evaluate books not meant strictly for either children or adults. In 1973, new editor-publisher Paul Brawley was the first to print editions of the magazine with recreated book jackets on the cover. Some ''Booklist'' subscribers protested the flashy new covers, supposedly claiming they liked the plain covers and the space they afforded for listing potential book orders. Under Brawley’s editorship, beginning with 16mm film strips and spoken-word recordings, ''Booklist'' began to accept submissions and print reviews of audiovisual products. During the 1980s and 1990s, ''Booklist'' began its Editors' Choice reviews and its first feature column, "Manley Arts", by Will Manley. The 1990s issues of ''Booklist'' were the first to be composed on in-office computers.
From the 1950s to the 1960s, ''Booklist'' reviews were extended to a limit of 150 words, generally three full sentences. Reviews were hand-written in pencil on yellow legal paper, edited, and given to the office secretary to be typed. At this time, artistic design choices for the magazine were minimal. The only visual change between issues was the solid color of the plain cover.
 
The June 2005 issue of ''Booklist'' marked the magazine’smagazine's 100th anniversary. To celebrate the centennial, the acting editors published a feature article entitled “The"The Booklist Century”Century", wherein they chose a book from each year of the preceding hundred to highlight its immense societalsocial impact. At— theranging startfrom of[[Edith Wharton]]''Booklist''’s career,s ''[[The House of Mirth]]'' (1905) by Edith Wharton was deemedto the most influential title of the year. The hundredth pick, published in year 2004, was ''[[9/11 Commission Report|]]''The 9/11 Commission Report'']].▼
The 1970s saw a great deal of change in the ''Booklist'' offices. A Young Adult Books editor was hired as adolescent literature became more popular. The publication of such books as [[Judy Blume]]’s ''Forever'', the Alice series by [[Phyllis Reynolds Naylor]], and ''[[The Outsiders]]'' by S.E. Hinton marked a need for someone to evaluate books that were not meant strictly for either children or adults.
 
Currently, the magazine can be found online and in print. The ''Booklist'' editorial team also creates supplemental products, such as ''Book Links'', webinars and the ''Booklist Reader''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.booklistreader.com/about-us/|title=About Us}}</ref> By 2023, ''Booklist'' published 8,000 reviews per year.<ref name="Kirch 2023">{{cite news |last1=Kirch |first1=Claire |title=Legendary 'Booklist' Publisher Bill Ott Dies |url=https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/Obituary/article/91972-legendary-retired-booklist-publisher-bill-ott-dies.html |access-date=19 August 2023 |work=[[Publishers Weekly]] |date=April 12, 2023}}</ref>
In 1973, Paul Brawley was hired as Editor and Publisher, and he was the first to print editions of the magazine with recreated book jackets on the cover. Many ''Booklist'' subscribers protested the flashy new covers, claiming they liked the plain covers and the space they afforded for listing potential book orders. Brawley’s time as editor also saw the advent of media reviewing. Beginning with 16mm film strips and spoken-word recordings, ''Booklist'' began to accept submissions and print reviews of audiovisual products.
 
''Booklist'' offices are located in the 50 E. Huron building at the ALA headquarters.
The 1980s and 1990s saw ''Booklist’s'' first Editors’ Choice reviews as well as its first feature column. The column, entitled “Manley Arts” was penned by Will Manley. He began writing for ''Booklist'' after he was fired from a position at the Wilson Library Bulletin for publishing a piece about the sexual habits of librarians. The 1990s issues of ''Booklist'' were the first to be composed on in-office computers.
 
==Current Mastheadmasthead==▼
▲The June 2005 issue of ''Booklist'' marked the magazine’s 100th anniversary. To celebrate the centennial, the acting editors published a feature article entitled “The Booklist Century” wherein they chose a book from each year of the preceding hundred to highlight its immense societal impact. At the start of ''Booklist''’s career, ''[[The House of Mirth]]'' (1905) by Edith Wharton was deemed the most influential title of the year. The hundredth pick, published in year 2004, was [[9/11 Commission Report|''The 9/11 Commission Report'']].
* BillGeorge OttKendall - Editor & Publisher▼
 
Currently, the magazine can be found online and in print. The ''Booklist'' editorial team also creates a variety of supplemental products, such as ''Book Links'', webinars and the ''Booklist Reader''.<ref>http://www.booklistreader.com/about-us/</ref> Booklist offices are located in the 50 E. Huron building at the headquarters of the American Library Association. The Editor and Publisher, Bill Ott, has been working at ''Booklist'' for over 30 years. He is the seventh editor to hold the position since ''Booklist'' was founded in 1905.
 
▲==Current Masthead==
▲* Bill Ott - Editor & Publisher
* [[Keir Graff]] - Executive Editor
* Donna Seaman - Editor, Adult Books
* RebeccaSarah VnukHunter - Editor, CollectionBooks Managementfor and Library OutreachYouth
* Susan Maguire - Senior Editor, Collection Management and Library Outreach
* [[Daniel Kraus (author)|Daniel Kraus]] - Editor, Books for Youth
* JoyceHeather SaricksBooth - Editor, Audio<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.booklistonline.com/staff|title=General Info - Booklist Online}}</ref>
 
==Reviews and Reviewersreviewers==
'''''Booklist'' Reviews''': ''Booklist'' reviews are said to be "the haiku of book reviewing." Reviews include a brief synopsis, plus mention of the most successful elements of style. Most reviews fall between 175 and 225 words. <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.booklistonline.com/writing-for-booklist|title=General Info - Booklist Online}}</ref>
 
'''Starred Reviews''': The ''Booklist'' star indicates an outstanding title of a particular genre. All starred reviews are approved by the appropriate editor.<ref name="Booklist FAQs 2023"/>
 
'''High-Demand''': ''Booklist'' recognizes that libraries wish to purchase new materials as soon as they become available, and therefore works to review titles as early as possible. The “High-Demand Backstory” symbol indicates titles likely to be surrounded by media coverage and patron popularity.
 
'''Adult Books with YA Appeal''': As an additional source for librarians, ''Booklist'' reviews certain adult titles and labels them for YA appeal. These materials tend to have young protagonists or themes relevant to teenage readers.
 
'''Recommendation-only system''': Since its founding in 1905, ''Booklist'' has followed a recommendation-only system. This means that every title reviewed would make a quality addition to library collections.
 
'''''Booklist'' Selection Policy''': The editors of ''Booklist'' magazine adhere to a selection policy consistent with the Library Bill of Rights. The process of choosing titles for reviews aims to promote readership, never censorship.
 
'''''Booklist'' Reviewers''': Titles are reviewed by a corps of librarians, freelancers, journalists, and educators, as well as ''Booklist'' editors and staff.
 
==Other Productsproducts==
 
'''Website''': ''Booklist Online'' is the website and archive of the ''Booklist'' print magazine. Within the database, subscribers have access to digital editions of the print magazine, an archive of over 170,000 reviews, and a host of feature content. Non-subscribers can read a Review of the Day and sign up for free monthly webinars. ''Booklist Online'' was developed in 2005, concurrent with the magazine’s centennial, and launched in early 2006.
 
'''Blog''': Launched in September 2014, ''The Booklist Reader'' is updated daily with feature content for both librarians and recreational readers. Articles often link to reviews found on ''Booklist Online''.
 
'''''Book Links''''': A quarterly supplement to ''Booklist'' that is free to ''Booklist'' subscribers, ''Book Links'' magazine helps educators and youth librarians design topical literature-based curriculum. ''Book Links'' provides thematic bibliographies with related discussion questions and activities, author and illustrator interviews and essays, and articles written by educators on practical ways to turn children on to reading. Each issue includes specific suggestions for tying [[Common Core State Standards]] to books featured in the publication. Published in September, November, January, and April, each Book Links issue focuses on a different core curriculum area, including social studies, multicultural literature, language arts, and science. Book Links articles from October 2009 onward are available to ''Booklist'' subscribers on ''Booklist Online''.
 
'''Webinars''': ''Booklist'' hosts 3-5 webinars per month with varying subject matter. Booklist webinars address such topics as curriculum design, how to increase reading rates, seasonal features, and publishing previews sponsored by various publishing houses and imprints. Anyone can sign up for a ''Booklist'' webinar, regardless of whether or not they subscribe to the publication.
 
'''Newsletters''' ''Booklist'' publishes a variety of monthly, bimonthly and quarterly newsletters, all of which are delivered in electronic form via e-mail.
* '''''REaD ALERT''''' provides links to a chosen few reviews from the current issue of Booklist.
* '''''Booklist Online Exclusives''''' offers links to the set of reviews and feature articles that are published exclusively on Booklist Online.
* '''''Booklandia''''' offers links to popular YA reviews and feature content that highlights trends in the YA genre.
* '''''Quick Tips for Schools & Libraries''''' provides discussion questions and activities for librarians and educators working to connect children with literature.
* '''''Corner Shelf''''' provides content that addresses Readers’ Advisory and Collection Development, aimed at helping librarians find common ground between the two.
* '''''Top Shelf Reference''''' offers recurring features such as "Real-Life Reference," "Talking Shop with . . ." and "Reference Site to Remember," in order to assist librarians with reference collection development.
* '''''Booklist Online Video Review''''' is an overview of the most highly recommended video and audiovisual titles.
* '''''Bookmakers''''' is a periodic e-newsletter that focuses on the history of a single publishing house.
 
==Sponsored Awardsawards==
 
The [[American Library Association]] sponsors and juries many annual literary awards, such as the [[Newbery Medal]], the [[Caldecott Medal]], and the [[Alex Award]]. ''Booklist'' itself sponsors three main awards: the [[Michael L. Printz Award]] for Excellence in Young Adult Literature, the [[Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction]], and the [[Odyssey Award]] for Excellence in Audiobook Production.
 
The Printz Award is administered by the Young Adult Library Services Association. The Carnegie Medals are administered by an annually appointed selection committee, including a chair, three ''Booklist'' editors or contributors, and three former members of the RUSA CODES Notable Books Council. The Odyssey Award is jointly administered by the Association for Library Service to Children and the Young Adult Library Services Association.
 
Additionally, ''Booklist'' selects [[Booklist Editors' Choice|Editors’ Choice]] lists for adult books, young adult books, books for youth, adult audiobooks, and audiobooks for youth. The best title in each category is selected to a list known as Top of The List. Editors' Choice and Top of the List titles are announced in December and printed in the subsequent January 1 & 15 double issue of ''Booklist''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.booklistonline.com/book-awards|title=General Info - Booklist Online}}</ref>
 
==See also==
* ''[[Book Links]]''
*[[List of literary magazines]]
* [[Books in the United States]]
 
==References==
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