Personal Libraries
Inspired by author Umberto Eco’s immense personal library of around 30,000 titles, scholar and essayist Nassim Nicholas Taleb asserted that “Read books are far less valuable than unread ones.” His argument being that the more unread books you own, the more knowledge awaits you. At Library Services that is our philosophy too. Whether you’re looking to expand your collection or care for the library of a loved one, these services are for you.
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Commissions
Whether for you, a friend, or loved one, commissions are your made-to-order portal to new worlds. This customizable service for personal libraries of any size includes a meeting, a unique survey, a printed guidebook, and a bespoke library shipped right to your door.
Typical packages:
✓ 3-5 books for $400
✓ 8-10 books for $900
Other rates available upon request
Estates
One day, even Umberto Eco’s library may be given up to archives, relatives, and the highest bidder. For this reason, Library Services also offers appraisals, disbursement, and disposal.
Quote available upon request
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Community Libraries
Many of the nation’s libraries are located in remote or rural communities, staffed by one or two people, and integrated into a county network of book and resource sharing. I work directly with local librarians to help them audit their existing collections, access additional funding, and develop new strategies for aquiring materials that best meet the needs of their direct community.
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Collections Audit
Through on-the-ground outreach
and census research, the goal of a collections audit is to find the gaps that exist on every shelf with special attention to local history and literature, media literacy, mental health, diversity, and inclusion.
Rate is variable and available upon request
Resource Development
A hard truth for any rural library and its patrons is that the smaller the budget, the larger the gaps. A hybrid helper program, resource development is part consultation and part advocacy--helping small libraries to plan budgets, locate funding, and build partnerships.
Rate is variable and available upon request
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