Speaker: Lori Lieberman, Lincoln High School

Description
Romance is the most popular fiction genre and a billion-dollar industry, yet it suffers from stigma and patrons are shamed for this reading choice. Confront this problem, examine how to run a successful romance book club, and learn why you should embrace this genre that is both feminist and diverse. Survey the changing landscape of romance and the rise of Romancelandia. What does it mean to “read romance, fight the patriarchy”? Obtain collection development tips for both YA and adult romance.

Material provided
Read Romance – Mini Read Romance:Fight the Patriarchy slide deck