We're happy to invite community contributions to Katina, a digital publication dedicated to highlighting the vital role of librarians in society. Named in honor of Katina Strauch, the visionary founder of the Charleston Conference, Katina is written by and for the international community of librarians, vendors, and publishers.
We welcome proposals for articles in any of our three sections:
- Resource Reviews – Critical evaluations of products and resources relevant to the information industry.
- Open Knowledge – Discussions on the evolving roles of libraries and librarians in fostering an open knowledge ecosystem.
- The Future of Work – Insights into career development and organizational strategies in the field.
Our readership spans library and scholarly communication professionals at all career levels, from early-stage librarians to senior leaders. We aim to provide engaging, informative, and accessible content that benefits the broader library and scholarly communications community.
Submission Details:
- Articles typically range from 800–2,500 words.
- Accepted contributions will receive an honorarium of $75.
- For Resource Reviews, we invite nominations of reviewers (you can nominate yourself!) or product suggestions. This section could also feature short essays to share your perspectives, strategies, and experiences in evaluating and acquiring library resources.
- For Open Knowledge and The Future of Work, please submit your article proposal via this form.
Our editorial team will carefully review each submission and respond accordingly. We encourage prospective authors to explore Katina’s existing content to ensure alignment with our publication’s mission.
We would be delighted to consider your contribution and look forward to the possibility of working with you. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Best regards,
Leah Hinds
Executive Director
Charleston Hub
Managing Editor, Katina