Library social media ideas

Here are the results of a survey by TechSoup and WebJunction. We asked 311 libraries how often they use social media and what their biggest challenges are.

Save time on social media by creating a content library.

See how to market your library and attract library users through storytelling campaigns. Marketing libraries through storytelling - Example of Leeds Libraries

Twitter If you know me, you know I LOVE Twitter, which is kind of funny because I reluctantly signed up when I started at Lamar. At first, I only posted pictures of books I read, and then when I ap…

What’s the point of Instagram and why should you spend your precious time and money on it? Well, don’t worry about the cost, because it’s FREE! So, all you really need is creativity and a few minu…

Updated 10/6/2015 This week, we invite all library Instagram accounts to participate in our October Challenge: 31 Days of Instagram! I have a confession: I have a very sad library Instagram account. I know I should be posting daily (some stats say twice a day), but making the time to take photos, find relevant/popular hashtags, and posting them when teens get out of school -- it was overwhelming. So, this challenge is for those who are in the same boat and those who want to learn how to use…

Share the joy of reading with this comprehensive list of bookish holidays, perfect for those seeking unique ways to celebrate literature.

Instagram tips for librarians--for school and public libraries. How to get the most out of your Instagram account within the library.

**This post is an introduction to the ways TikTok can be used by libraries/librarians. In the coming weeks I will make subsequent posts about “How TikTok is Taking the Book World By Storm,…

What works on a Library's Facebook Page? What is considered "Viral Content" for library patrons? To find this answer, last January I created a Facebook Group for librarians to share their viral content (The Shareable Clique). And throughout the six months, librarians shared posts that scored high reach. The ones that were generic, other libraries have reshared, many receiving the same great results. There is a science behind posting on Facebook. These libraries (over 500 members!) have…