Book Display Idea - Gen X Horror
This where I say- use what I have here or don't. Whatever. There are many options for this kind of generational display. You could look for books published during a defined time period, for Gen X you could use the late 70's through late 90's. But don't be doctrinaire, there are plenty of books by members of Generation X that are set during that time period or which have the sense or flavor of that generation. If someone else on staff disagrees with your choices, invite them to add their own choices. Ask patrons for their suggestions on your social media or in your library. You can add some non-fiction about significant events that took place in the 80's and 90's. There are plenty of examples of terrifying things that took place during those years. Also, check your DVD collection and add some of those. Goosebumps was first published in 1992... For a passive program, add one for Baby Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Z. Let your patrons fight it out and read some