{"product_id":"critical-data-storytelling-for-libraries-crafting-ethical-narratives-for-advocacy-and-impact-paperback-softback-9798892552806","title":"Critical Data Storytelling for Libraries; Crafting Ethical Narratives for Advocacy and Impact (Paperback \/ softback) 9798892552806","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eCritical Data Storytelling for Libraries\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eCrafting Ethical Narratives for Advocacy and Impact\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eKate McDowell (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9798892552806\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 2 September 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e184 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.9 x 15.2 x 1.8 cm, 0.454 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eIn today’s polarized landscape, libraries face two key challenges: the difficulty of turning raw data into narratives that effectively advocate for libraries, and the ethical complexities of representing communities in these stories. McDowell’s vital toolkit empowers librarians and information professionals to transform data into ethical, compelling narratives that connect with communities and advocate for their organizations. This book teaches both the practicalities of data storytelling and introduces critical approaches that ensure stories are inclusive, socially just, and impactful. Readers will find the book essential for communicating library value to help secure funding, resources, and community support. Applying theory to real-world scenarios, chapters cover \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e \t\tthe dynamic interrelationships between storyteller, audience, and story which lie at the heart of storytelling; \t\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e \t\tways to mesh library data collection processes with long-term storytelling potential, prioritizing interaction over transaction; \t\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e \t\tthree time-honored and effective narrative strategies for organizing the informational and emotional content of library data stories, easily adaptable for any situation; \t\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e \t\tapproaches for emphasizing inclusivity and justice to ensure that library advocates can tell stories that challenge stereotypes, promote equity, and align their efforts with broader ethical and social goals; \t\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e \t\taudience attitudes as challenges and opportunities for library data communication; and \t\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003e \t\tstrategies for maintaining open and transparent public communication in the face of rampant misinformation and active disinformation campaigns. \t\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePrologue \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAcknowledgments \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIntroduction: Storytelling and Better Information Futures \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Critical Storytelling: Understanding Storyteller, Audience, and Story Relationships\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 From Data to Story: Reframing the Library Data Collection Process\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Narrative Strategies: Classic Structures, Plots, and Revision Process\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 Reaching Audiences: Knowledge, Demographics, and Attitudes\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Storytelling Against Library Misinformation\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eConclusion \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout the Author \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIndex \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"ALA Neal-Schuman","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52653062324504,"sku":"9798892552806","price":43.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/critical-data-storytelling-for-libraries-crafting-ethical-narratives-for-advocacy-and-impact-paperback-softback-9798892552806","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}