Case Analysis of “Blind Date with a Book” Reading Promotion in Libraries at Home and Abroad

Abstract

Abstract: “Blind date with a book” is a new way of reading promotion in recent years. This paper
introduces the background and theories involved in this new practice, summarizes prerequisites to
implementation, lists some of the libraries that have already carried out this activity, and compares the
cases. Finally, the author sums up lessons for library and put forth the outlook on the future.

Key words: Blind date with a book, Reading promotion, Library, Innovative services

Zhang Shijia. Case Analysis of “Blind Date with a Book” Reading Promotion in Libraries at Home and Abroad[J]. Libraly Journal, 2019, 38(3): 52-58.

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