librarian

Organize bibliographic data and reading history for library management.

Updated Sep 21, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kchapl/book-lamp --skill librarian-kchapl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: librarian
Source: https://github.com/kchapl/book-lamp/tree/main/.agent/skills/librarian
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kchapl/book-lamp --skill librarian-kchapl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps individuals and teams manage bibliographic data and reading history, enabling efficient cataloguing, organization, and retrieval of book information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bibliographic data management: Track essential fields such as title, author, ISBN, publisher, publication year, edition, and language to ensure accurate cataloguing.
  • Classification & subject organisation: Apply Dewey Decimal or Library of Congress classification to enable topic-based browsing and shelving.
  • Citation formatting & references: Generate MLA, APA, and Chicago style citations from book metadata for scholarly writing.
  • Reading history tracking: Maintain reading records with status, start/end dates, ratings, and notes to capture reading progress over time.
  • Data validation & enrichment: Validate fields, normalise ISBNs, and support enrichment from external sources while preserving user data.
  • Reference management & notes: Store and organize reference entries, annotations, and related materials for quick access.

Quick Start

To begin, ask the skill to create a catalog entry for a book or to generate a formatted citation from an existing record.

Frequently Asked Questions about librarian

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I organize bibliographic data for a small library collection?

To organize bibliographic data, track essential fields like title, author, ISBN, and publisher for accurate cataloguing. This skill supports classification workflows and validates data consistency across personal, academic, and small-library collections.

Can I generate APA and MLA citations from existing book metadata?

Yes, generating APA and MLA citations from book metadata is supported. The skill formats references into MLA, APA, and Chicago citation styles directly from stored catalog entries for scholarly writing.

How does Dewey Decimal classification work for cataloguing books?

Dewey Decimal classification works by applying standardized subject categories to enable topic-based browsing and shelving. This skill applies Dewey Decimal or Library of Congress classification to organize collections.

What is the best way to track personal reading history and notes?

The best way to track personal reading history is by maintaining records with status, start and end dates, ratings, and notes. This skill captures reading progress over time while storing related annotations.

Does this cataloguing tool validate ISBNs and normalize bibliographic fields?

Yes, this cataloguing tool validates fields and normalizes ISBNs to ensure data consistency. It supports data validation and enrichment from external sources while preserving original user data.