Library Camps and Unconferences

"Lawson's guide offers an excellent overview of the participant-driven conference and practical advice for anyone interested in organizing such an event. Even for librarians who are not planning to host a library camp or unconference in the near future, this book is an intriguing and informative read for those who are curious about the concept and how it works." 

"Almost everything an LIS profesional needs to know about library camps and 'unconferences'…can be found in this immensely readable and practical book…This is highly recommended…" 

"...covers the history of these camps, planning considerations, common assumptions, choosing locations and dates, determining a budget, selecting activities, integrating technology and social networking sites, and event-day implementation, as well as ways to promote them and reach the appropriate audience. He concludes with discussion of post-camp follow-up and evaluation." Full review available here.

"There is no other book out there on unconferences for the library world. Library or library association staff who are organizing or thinking about organizing an event would do well to consult this book."