-Uncataloged paperbacks should be stamped on the top edge of the book only.
-Cataloged books should be stamped in 2 places: top edge of the book and the back interior label/book pocket.
-Other items should be stamped where you find an HPL property stamp.
Please do not stamp “DISCARD” anywhere else as it detracts from the book’s appearance and is thus much less valuable.
Whenever possible, box similar books together and label the boxes with that information. For instance, if you are weeding a specific area and all of the books are biographies, state that on the label. It would be particularly helpful if all adult fiction was boxed together and labeled as such to make initial sorting at the Friends easier. If you cannot be that specific, even a label of adult or juvenile would be helpful.
Boxes labeled DISCARDS should only contain items intended for recycling or trash:
-Items that are severely damaged, mildewed, disfigured, or ripped.
-Paperbacks with yellow or loose pages
-Tax guides and magazines (Note: old magazines may also be discarded in the City recycle bins. Please tear the covers off beforehand.)
-AV that is non-functioning.