Contrary to popular opinion, libraries are not stress-free environments. Working with serials can cause stress in libraries and in the professions that provide and manage subscriptions, content, delivery, archives, and other aspects of these continuing resources. The stresses inherent in the serials information chain are exacerbated in a climate of rapidly expanding content, technology, and enduser expectations compounded by a global economic downturn. Two science librarians, a cataloging coordinator, and a serials agent field representative describe challenges in their professions and offer advice on how to cope with the resulting stress. Serials Review 2009; 35:35-41.

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The authors describe a pilot project where Amazon Kindle and Barnes & Noble Nook e-book readers are provided for patrons to check out. Topics covered include start-up considerations, issues with selection and acquisition of content; cataloging approaches, circulation procedures, publicity strategies and evaluation.

Reports on opportunities at the Louisville Ekstrom Library provided by the introduction of the new OCLC PRISM online cataloguing and acquisitions system, the release of new PASSPORT interface software for this system, and the upgrade from terminals to Zenith 286 microcomputers. Reviews the imperative for system change at the library. Assesses the advantages of the new system and steps taken to overcome technical problems.