The book *Systematic Approaches to a Successful Literature Review* by Andrew Booth, Diana Papaioannou, and Anthea Sutton, published by Sage in 2012, is a comprehensive guide to conducting systematic literature reviews. The authors, researchers from the University of Sheffield’s School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR), provide a detailed and practical approach to the information search process, emphasizing the importance of clear and reproducible methods. The book covers the role of the literature review within research and the role of the information search within it, advocating for searches to be fit for purpose. It outlines a systematic approach to searching, starting with a scoping search, and discusses the application of inclusion-exclusion criteria during the appraisal stage. The first four chapters are particularly valuable for information search professionals, offering insights into managing the review as a project, defining the scope, and understanding the different types of literature reviews. Chapter 5 delves into systematic literature searching, covering techniques such as the use of thesauri, logic, and limits. The book also addresses the importance of reference management software and accurate referencing, though these topics could be consolidated for better clarity. While the book does not cover grey literature extensively, it provides a solid foundation for understanding the context of searching in support of systematic reviews. The reviewer, Jackie MacDonald, finds the book highly useful for LIS instructors, information search specialists, and students, and recommends it as essential reading for new PhD students and health librarians. The book is praised for its clear explanations and practical guidance, making it a valuable resource for anyone involved in systematic literature reviews.The book *Systematic Approaches to a Successful Literature Review* by Andrew Booth, Diana Papaioannou, and Anthea Sutton, published by Sage in 2012, is a comprehensive guide to conducting systematic literature reviews. The authors, researchers from the University of Sheffield’s School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR), provide a detailed and practical approach to the information search process, emphasizing the importance of clear and reproducible methods. The book covers the role of the literature review within research and the role of the information search within it, advocating for searches to be fit for purpose. It outlines a systematic approach to searching, starting with a scoping search, and discusses the application of inclusion-exclusion criteria during the appraisal stage. The first four chapters are particularly valuable for information search professionals, offering insights into managing the review as a project, defining the scope, and understanding the different types of literature reviews. Chapter 5 delves into systematic literature searching, covering techniques such as the use of thesauri, logic, and limits. The book also addresses the importance of reference management software and accurate referencing, though these topics could be consolidated for better clarity. While the book does not cover grey literature extensively, it provides a solid foundation for understanding the context of searching in support of systematic reviews. The reviewer, Jackie MacDonald, finds the book highly useful for LIS instructors, information search specialists, and students, and recommends it as essential reading for new PhD students and health librarians. The book is praised for its clear explanations and practical guidance, making it a valuable resource for anyone involved in systematic literature reviews.