In this article, the author provides 10 tips on how to reduce overdues in the future: (1) Whatever you do, do not encourage students to check out books--especially high-priced reference books; (2) Do not have hours before school, after school, or at lunch--or any other time that might possibly be convenient for students to check out books; (3) If a student asks for a book you don't have, never offer to order a copy--and don't borrow one from another library; (4) No matter the question ... always say no first; (5) Never allow a student to renew a book; (6) Do not, under any condition, agree to sponsor a book club; (7) Always frown when students come into the library media center; (8) Practice saying "shhh" with as much resentment as you can manage; (9) Do not allow browsing ... students may stumble upon an author, book, or an entire series; and (10) Whenever a student asks for help finding a book, tell him or her without hesitation that it's checked out. However, always do the opposite of Tips 1-10 to promote a positive academic climate in which students want to read.