-"Excellent support for newbies and as a basis for professional development." —Booklist

-"All of the sections have been updated to include new and relevant information especially in relation to technological advances and challenges. Library school students and newly appointed managers will especially find much to value, but even experienced managers can turn to this excellent resource for guidance and practical advice. Because the volume covers so much ground, topics are not covered in depth, but there are references and additional reading suggestions at the end of each chapter, a feature that is completely new to this edition. While not a first purchase for experienced managers, it's a must for replacing the first edition." —School Library Journal

-". . . the authors have covered all the bases, and those who want a comprehensive guide will find this book useful." —Reference & User Services Quarterly

-"This book offers a wealth of information on all aspects of children's services and provides helpful information for children's library staff from the very experienced officer to the complete novice, and includes simple methods to improve library services. For new librarians this volume provides real-life examples of both common and unusual situations encountered by the children's librarian. Managing Children's Services in the Public Library provide thoughtful and interesting topics for discussion and implementation and gives insight into the day-to-day management of a children's department. This book would be a useful purchase for public libraries, both in Australia and overseas." —The Australian Library Journal