Academic library book displays often rely on predictable themes, yet inventive approaches can significantly enhance engagement and discovery. Book displays can serve as strategic tools for promoting collections, supporting curriculum, and fostering intellectual curiosity beyond targeted research needs. This presentation examines best practices for designing effective academic library displays that align with institutional goals, disciplinary themes, campus events, while also looking at nontraditional themes. Library displays should invite curiosity and interdisciplinary thinking. Examples include concept-driven, question-based and data inspired themes. The presentation will also discus strategies for developing original themes, curating materials across formats, and designing displays that encourage exploration. Hopefully attendees will leave with adaptable ideas for creating displays that will reimagine the academic library.
