Studies involving condition of paper in libraries are reviewed, noting the folding endurance test, paper quality, and the work of William Barrow in field of conservation and production of long-lasting paper. The theory of paper-making, types of degradation, and treatments for acid paper are included. Sixty references are cited. (EJS)

Changes in phonograph disc recordings termed the "direct disc" (reversion to a recording technique as old as original disc recording process) and the "digital disc" (adaptation of existing technology and greater improvement of recorded sound) are explained. Five sample digital discs are listed. (EJS)

Describes three methods of collection development relating to nonprint media--Librarian Selection Procedure, Social Responsibility Selection Procedure, and Systematic Analysis Procedure--and discusses the community served, nonuser involvement, selection resources, and acquisition or rental of materials. (EJS)

Remarks on the relative permanence and durability of three types of film in use in library microform reproduction (silver, diazo, and vesicular) and points out some technical and economic facts that govern the choice of microform materials for libraries. A 6-item reference list is included. (Author/JL)

Delineates promotional means by which librarians can stimulate the interest of potential users in microforms. A set of suggestions for making microforms accessible and attractive, using targeted displays and demonstrations, and utilizing media to publicize microform collections is presented. (Author/JL)

Outlines the major events, activities, projects, and publications that have contributed to the emergence of collection preservation as a field within librarianship. Seventy references are cited. (Author/FM)

Because library resources for the blind and physically handicapped are so scarce, cooperative library activities are needed to insure the best utilization of the limited resources which are available. This article describes several such cooperative efforts. (LLS)

Describes a meeting of the technical committee on micrographics of the International Organization for Standardization, and fcuses on the committee's work relating to the reproduction of library materials within the general context of international standards-making activities. (FM)

Surveys the steps necessary in integrating ethnic studies into the school curriculum and the responsibilities of the librarian to this curriculum program. (Author/FM)

Contains suggestions designed to help school librarians and media specialists identify, analyze, select, and use ethnic studies materials for their media centers. (Author/FM)

Periodical prices by subject field. (LS)

Discusses a library at the University of Southern Mississippi (Hattiesburg) containing both classroom aids demonstrating the physical and creative development of books and a permanent, working collection of materials accessible to librarians, publishers, writers, and illustrators involved with children's literature. (JM)

Explores some of the applications of the electronic book (e-book) in the modern library. Discusses computing advances that have made electronic book technology viable for publishers and libraries; making products usable in a library environment; and library networks and consortia that share e-book subscriptions. (Author/LRW)

This annual supplement discusses issues related to reference books and the publishing industry. Highlights include producing reference books for the library market; a bibliography of over 1000 titles organized by categories and indicating appropriate grade levels; a descriptive list of library distributors; a publisher's index; and a list of the…