The topic of librarian mentoring is widely discussed in the literature, especially mentoring librarians of color - a topic of critical importance. Additional resources exist on faculty and grad student mentoring. Here is a short selection of recent helpful books and articles that address mentoring issues relevant or applicable to academic librarians. See especially the how-to guidebooks.
Bridging Differences for Better Mentoring: Lean Forward, Learn, Leverage by 
A Handbook for Managing Mentoring Programs by 
The Mentee's Guide: Making Mentoring Work for You by 
The Mentor's Guide: Facilitating Effective Learning Relationships, 2nd Edition by 
Modeling Mentoring Across Race/Ethnicity and Gender by 
Starting Strong by Newest items are flagged with the conversation icon.
The Agile Librarian's Guide to Thriving in Any Institution by 
Asian American Librarians and Library Services by 
Creating Leaders: An examination of academic & research library leadership institutes by 
Crucible Moments: Inspiring library leadership by 
The Generation X Librarian: Essays on leadership, technology, social responsibility, and professional identity by 
Librarian As Mentor: Grow, discover, inspire by 
Mentoring in the Library by 
The Reality-Based Rules of the Workplace: Know What Boosts your Value, Kills your Chances, & Will Make You Happier by 
Staff Development Strategies That Work! Stories & strategies from new librarians by 
Where Are All the Librarians of Color? The Experiences of People of Color in Academia by 
Wholehearted Librarianship : finding hope, inspiration, and balance by 