Kim Gillingham, MA

Master's Degree, Library Science, Kutztown University

Kim Gillingham is a retired library and information specialist with over 30 years of experience. She has a Master's in Library Science from Kutztown University in Pennsylvania, and she managed the audiovisual department of the district library center in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, for 12 years. She continues to do volunteer work for various libraries and lending library projects in her local community.

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Co-authored Articles (16)

How to

Rebind a Book

As the saying goes, don't judge a book by its cover... or lack thereof. If you have a precious book that is simply falling apart because the spine or cover is in poor condition, don't toss it out! Rebinding your book at ...

How to

Fix Wavy Book Pages

Wet book pages have a tendency to dry into wavy, folded patterns that can make them hard to read. If you accidentally got your favorite book wet or left it in a humid area, you don’t have to go out and buy a new one! I...

10 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Musty Smells from Books

Simple tips for eliminating and preventing old book smellsYou open up your favorite book for your yearly re-read and are immediately hit with a musty stench. The unpleasant mildew odor is making it hard for you to focus...

How to

Find Books in a Library

Today, most libraries use an electronic system to catalogue books. While the process of searching for a book may vary slightly from library to library, most libraries use the Library of Congress Classification System to ...

How to

Create a Successful Project (for School)

School projects can come in a variety of forms, and the exact process you'll need to create a successful one will vary from project to project, subject to subject, and class to class. However, some general steps and best...

How to

Choose a Good Book

Looking to find that perfect book? Whether you’re an avid reader or just hopping onto the reading train, choosing a good book to read can seem like an overwhelming task, especially with so many books to choose from. Lu...

How to

Get a Library Card

Do you want to start reading new and exciting books without having to buy every one? Then you should consider getting a library card. In fact, many libraries will even give you access to additional types of media, such a...

How to

Shelve Books in a Library

If you are thinking of volunteering or getting a job at a library, you will need to know how to shelve the library books. All library books in all libraries are shelved according to either the Dewey Decimal System or the...

Hardcover vs Paperback: Which Should You Choose?

Choose the perfect format, whether you're self-publishing or picking your next readIf you’re planning on self-publishing a book, you’ve probably spent some time thinking about the age-old question that plagues biblio...

How to

Keep Books in Good Condition

Books are truly intriguing objects. They link our physical selves to the reality stored within the book's pages. They serve as memories, as lessons, and so much more. They can contain stories meant for children to compli...

How to

Use the Dewey Decimal System

For centuries, libraries have served an important role providing information for the public. However, for quite a while there was a major flaw in the library system: in a large collection, finding a specific book became ...

How to

Check out a Library Book

Libraries are incredible institutions that give people free access to books, magazines, CDs and DVDs, newspapers, and other materials that can be used for educational, reference, and pleasure purposes. If you’ve never ...

How to

Make Others Be Quiet

Whether you have a headache, are healing after surgery, are studying, or trying to read a magazine, everyone needs peace and quiet at times. Given certain circumstances, even low levels of unwanted noise can cause extrem...

How to

Take Care of Your Book

Take care of a favorite book by treating it carefully and storing it responsibly. Don't touch your book with dirty hands or read it while eating or drinking. Store your book in a cool and dry atmosphere, away from heat s...

How to

Find Scholarly Articles Online

When you have a research project – whether for work, school, or some other purpose – you want the most reliable and up-to-date information. Scholarly articles are some of the best resources for a research project. Wi...

How to

Care for a Library Book

Libraries provide a great service by letting you check out and read their books for free. To make sure everyone in your community or school has the opportunity to read the books in a library's collection, it's important ...