As a new librarian, I often bemoaned the fact that I couldn't "see" the books before I bought them. I wanted some sort of giant warehouse with every book available on display. Then I could simply take a big cart and walk up and down the aisles, sampling books like chocolate until I found the "good" ones. Selection didn't get easier until I paid attention to good old MLS basics.
Know your journals.
Pay attention to grade designations.
Consider the curriculum and the needs of students and staff.
Know the difference between selection and censorship.
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