In addition to grouping together works that can be classified under a variety of subjects, this field can be used to further describe fictional works that have been subject-coded by genre.

The BISAC Merchandising Themes List is a standard list of terms that can be used in addition to BISAC Subject Headings to denote:

• An audience to which a work may be of particular appeal.
• A time of year or event for which a work may be especially appropriate.
• A frequently requested topic.

Note that this is an optional field, separate from the subject field – although related, subject codes and theme codes should not be placed in the same field.

In addition to grouping together works that can be classified under a variety of subjects, this field can be used to further describe fictional works that have been subject-coded by genre. Click on a theme below to be taken to the corresponding group:Last updated November 2013. An asterisk (*) denotes a new term since version 2.2.

• Cultural Heritage
• Event
• Holiday
• Topical

CULTURAL HERITAGE

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EVENT

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HOLIDAY

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TOPICAL

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