1. Get Published: Showcase the value of libraries through writing
Florida Library Association Annual Conference
Thursday, May 11, 2017
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Curacao 2
Caribe Royale, Orlando, FL

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Welcome
Alyssa Koclanes – Part I
Kimberly Copenhaver – Part II
Maria Gebhardt – Part III
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Today’s Presentation
Identify publication venues, recognize submission requirements and learn to navigate the process
Learn strategies to avoid roadblocks and empower writing habits
Embark upon the path to publication with tips and tools for submission to Florida Libraries
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4. We want to hear from you!
Go to Menti.com and use the code to answer the question!
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Publication Types
See which type will be the best fit for your topic or research
Book Chapter
Book Review
Newsletter/periodical article
Newspapers
Journal articles (peer-reviewed)
Literature Review
Research Study
Case Study
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Book Chapter
Useful for shorter or more focused topics
Often solicited on library listservs via a call for proposal
Be mindful of the editors and publisher
Ask about the timeline upfront
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Book Review
Good fit if you enjoy more frequent writing
Opportunity for shorter pieces of writing
Current Reviews for Academic Libraries (Choice)
Booklist Online
Library Journal Reviews
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9. Newsletter/Periodical Article
More informal, smaller writing projects
Easier and shorter submission process
ALA roundtables and sections publish a variety of newsletters
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Newspapers
Editorial or op-ed piece
Informal writing opportunity
Written for a more general audience
Could be for your local community
Help promote your library or its programs and resources
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Journal Articles
Scholarly or peer-reviewed
Empirical Research
Case Study
Literature Review
Formal writing
Longer time frame to publication
Wide variety of journals on different topics
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12. Pros and Cons of Different Publication Types
Journal articles - might have more autonomy than with a book chapter
The peer-review process can be lengthy
Informal vs formal writing
What type of audience do you want to reach?
What publication type works best for your topic?
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13. I want to write a journal article, now what?
Decide on article type (empirical research, case study, lit review)
Identify key library journals relevant to your topic
Write a letter of interest to editor (inquiry)
Write and proofread!
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14. Publishing Opportunities
Library Listservs
Call for Proposals
Network with colleagues
Research Interest Matchmaking
A Library Writer’s Blog -
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15. Best practices and personal habits to empower writing
Part II
Best practices and personal habits to empower writing
Kim Copenhaver
Eckerd College
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16. Develop writing habits supportive of publication
Set writing goals
Identify obstacles in your environment
Seek organizational support
Make a personal commitment to write
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17. What obstacles prevent you from prioritizing time to write?
Go to Menti.com and enter to answer the question!
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19. Develop writing habits supportive of publication
Seek organizational support
Is writing a part of your job description?
Are you developing valuable programming but failing to document the value derived from your efforts?
Finally, make a personal commitment to write
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20. Best practices to support academic writing
Allocate time regularly to the following:
Reading the scholarly literature
Reviewing calls for proposals
Writing regularly
Goal setting and monitoring progress
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21. Tools to track productivity
Manic Time
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22. Tools to minimize distraction
SelfControl
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23. Tools to create your perfect writing environment
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24. Write with friends to increase accountability
FLA Academic Publishing Member Group
College Libraries Section of ACRL Peer Writing Circles
Start a writing circle at your own institution!
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25. The Path to Publication Part III Maria Gebhardt
Editor, Florida Libraries
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Path to publication
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Build the foundation for a great journal article
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Impact the reader
Hook: The opening paragraph should:
Spark the reader’s curiosity and interest
Convey to the reader what he or she is going to learn about.
Excite the reader for an enjoyable reading experience.
Ask yourself: How will a librarian get inspired to replicate my program if the language I use is flat and boring?
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Your writing
Be clear and concise.
Use active voice.
Reduce the text to eliminate wordiness.
Tell a story, instead of listing information.
Ask yourself: What are three points that I want readers to remember from my article?
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30. Author expectations What is the real message that you want to share?
Articles are open access and submitted to internationally recognized databases. Your submission will live on and is a great addition to your resume.
What is the real message that you want to share?
Give yourself time!
Articles written in a weekend, will look incomplete.
Ask yourself: How can references add value to your article?
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31. Checklist for Florida Libraries submissions
Headline – Include heading and even a sub-heading that reflects the topic of your article and what type of libraries will find the article most beneficial.
Author(s) – First author is main author or has written 50%+ of the article. Additional authors follow main author.
Numbers - Statistics, facts, budget information – If a library wants to replicate my program, what do they need to know?
First Paragraph – Include an important point to interest the reader.
Tell a Story – Write to tell a story, not just share facts and information that may cause the reader to move on.
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6. References – Can I use facts from external sources to give more credibility?
7. Photos - Do I have photos that will enhance my story?
8. Added Value - Is there a list of website that I can share or resources?
9. About the Author(s) - Include brief biography information including
education, work experience and accolades.
10. Edit – Read your article over. Can you edit information down? Can you make it easier to read?
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33. Submit your idea! Share your story for an upcoming issue of the
Florida Libraries journal.
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Conclusion
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Publication types:
Book chapter, book review, newsletter/periodical article, newspapers, journal articles.
Publishing opportunities.
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Conclusion
Part II:
Writing habits.
Tools to track productivity.
Tools to minimize distractions.
Tools to create your perfect writing environment.
Writing with friends to increase accountability.
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Conclusion
Part III:
Path to publication.
Build the foundation for a great journal article.
Impact the reader.
Tips for your writing.
Author expectations.
Checklist for submissions to Florida Libraries.
Submit your idea!
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37. Handout

38. Contact information
Alyssa Koclanes:
Kimberly Copenhaver:
Maria Gebhardt:

39. Questions