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School Library Journal is the premiere publication for librarians and information specialists who work with children and teens. A source of quality, award-winning journalism and reviews for 70 years, SLJ publishes 5,000+ reviews annually.
Author Alyssa Hollingsworth on YA Debut ‘All the Queens’ Curses’ | 5 Questions and a Rec www.slj.com/story/author...
Author Alyssa Hollingsworth on YA Debut ‘All the Queens’ Curses
In this Q&A series, SLJ poses five questions and a request for a book recommendation to a debut YA author. Alyssa Hollingsworth discusses All the Queens’ Curses in this latest installment.
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Science experiments, crochet projects, and a mental health guide for teens heading to college—this roundup features a variety of active nonfiction selections. www.slj.com/story/26-Ins...
26 Insightful How-To Guides, Craft Books, and Self-Help Titles for Kids and Teens
Science experiments, crochet projects, and a mental health guide for teens heading to college—this roundup features a variety of active nonfiction selections.
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‘Heart of the Ruby Dragon’ by Tracey West Tops Holds Lists | Book Pulse www.slj.com/story/Heart-...
'Heart of the Ruby Dragon' by Tracey West Tops Holds Lists | Book Pulse | School Library Journal
Heart of the Ruby Dragon by Tracey West leads holds this week. Also in demand are titles by Dav Pilkey, Kari Lavelle, Anna Bright, and Maddy Mara. People reports author Benjamin Alire Sáenz has died a...
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7 Titles to Share with Young Bibliophiles on Book Lovers Day [August 9] www.slj.com/story/7-Titl...
7 Titles to Share with Young Bibliophiles on Book Lovers Day
Celebrate Book Lovers Day on August 9 with these picture books, middle grade, and YA offerings.
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Seattle marks the end of The Great Reading Road Trip! Buckle up one last time for local resources, including the Seattle Public Library, the Elliott Bay Book Company, book bundle guides, and more: hubs.ly/Q04rzmSl0
The Work Continues: Literacy-based anti-racist camps mark 10 years See what books the North Carolina camp uses to prompt discussion and learning among its elementary-aged campers. www.slj.com/story/Work-C...
The Work Continues: Literacy-based anti-racist camps mark 10 years
The nonprofit organization we are—a Durham, NC–based organization that runs a literacy-focused anti-racism summer camp and educational workshops—has given nearly 7,000 books that emphasize race, ident...
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We've arrived at Los Angeles! 🌴 Buckle up for the Los Angeles Central Library, The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, Five Questions for Paula Yoo, book bundle guides, and more: hubs.la/Q04rnR3Q0
51 Informational and Inspiring Texts for Elementary Readers | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far www.slj.com/story/51-inf...
51 Informational and Inspiring Texts for Elementary Readers | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far
Picture book biographies, STEM finds, and a deep look at American history make up this list of superlative elementary nonfiction.
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The Timeliest Children’s Book Collection in the Nation: A Visit to the Tarpey-Schwed LGBT Families Children’s Book Special Collection | A Fuse #8 Production afuse8production.slj.com/2026/07/29/t...
The Timeliest Children's Book Collection in the Nation: A Visit to the Tarpey-Schwed LGBT Families Children's Book Special Collection - A Fuse #8 Production
We talk with the curator of a permanent collection of our oldest queer titles written specifically for kids and teens. A fun and fascinating discussion.
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A note from Teen Librarian Toolbox: This post was scheduled to run in late September. Today we learned that Benjamin Alire Sáenz passed away Tuesday night at age 71. teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2026/07/29/t...
That’s the Art of It: Writing When the World Was Happy, a guest post by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
It isn’t hard to understand why I say that I was reluctant to write this book—but reluctance doesn’t make for good writing.
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17 Terrific Reads from Lauren Castillo, K. Ancrum, and More | June 2026 Web Starred Reviews www.slj.com/story/17-ter...
17 Terrific Reads from Lauren Castillo, K. Ancrum, and More | June 2026 Web Starred Reviews
Add these excellent works for young and older readers to summer reading displays and back-to-school recommendations.
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53 Select Offerings from Frances Hardinge, Renée Watson, and More | Starred Reviews, July 2026 www.slj.com/story/53-Sel...
53 Select Offerings from Frances Hardinge, Renée Watson, and More | Starred Reviews, July 2026
Standout titles from this month's reviews include a graphic novel adaptation of
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Telling students not to use AI isn't cutting it anymore. They're using it anyway. This course helps you set clearer expectations, teach stronger habits, and draw a more useful line between support and shortcut. ✅ Enroll today: hubs.la/Q04r8lby0
We've arrived at our next stop on The Great Reading Road Trip! 👏 There are more local resources available on our website. Explore here: hubs.la/Q04q_VcF0
Updates on Book Ban Court Cases in Florida, Oregon, and Colorado | Censorship News www.slj.com/story/Update...
Updates on Book Ban Court Cases in Florida, Oregon, and Colorado | Censorship News
In book censorship-related legal cases—the Escambia County School Board in Florida has asked the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals to rule against its subpoenas; the Ninth Circuit ruled for an Oregon scho...
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‘Pokecology: An Illustrated Guide to Pokemon Ecology’ Tops Holds Lists | Book Pulse www.slj.com/story/Pokeco...
‘Pokecology: An Illustrated Guide to Pokemon Ecology’ by Pikachu Press Tops Holds Lists | Book Pulse
Pokecology: An Illustrated Guide to Pokemon Ecology tops holds lists this week. Also in demand are titles by Alice Hemming, Margaret Owen, Kelly Leigh Miller, Ruka Ito, Tim Hedrick, and Jacqueline Wes...
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Put Down the Phone, Pick Up a Book?| From the Editor www.slj.com/story/Put-Do...
Put Down the Phone, Pick Up a Book?| From the Editor
Early cell phone ban outcomes show promise, but concerns remain.
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15 Chapter Books and Early Readers from Kate DiCamillo, Kwame Alexander, and More | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far www.slj.com/story/newsfe...
15 Chapter Books and Early Readers from Kate DiCamillo, Kwame Alexander, and More | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far
Longtime favorite characters, such as Pete the Cat and Lola Levine, are joined by new protagonists in these selections for transitional readers.
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SLJ Survey: Cell Phone Bans Boost Reading, Library Use www.slj.com/story/SLJ-Su...
SLJ Survey: Cell Phone Bans Boost Reading, Library Use
SLJ’s Mobile Device Policy Survey noted at least one of four positive impacts on reading or library use: more visible engagement with books and reading materials in classrooms; increased library circu...
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15 Chapter Books and Early Readers from Kate DiCamillo, Kwame Alexander, and More | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far www.slj.com/story/15-cha...
15 Chapter Books and Early Readers from Kate DiCamillo, Kwame Alexander, and More | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far
Longtime favorite characters, such as Pete the Cat and Lola Levine, are joined by new protagonists in these selections for transitional readers.
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15 Chapter Books and Early Readers from Kate DiCamillo, Kwame Alexander, and More | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far www.slj.com/story/15-cha...
15 Chapter Books and Early Readers from Kate DiCamillo, Kwame Alexander, and More | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far
Longtime favorite characters, such as Pete the Cat and Lola Levine, are joined by new protagonists in these selections for transitional readers.
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A Treasure Trove of 109 Picture Books | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far www.slj.com/story/a-trea...
A Treasure Trove of 109 Picture Books | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far
Over 100 choice picture books from Matthew Cordell, Mychal Threets, Corey Tabor, and more have been starred thus far.
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What do Kyle Lukoff, Dorothy Cronin, Randy Ribay, Melissa Sweet, John Leguizamo & Zeke Peña have in common? All six will be presenting at SLJ’s all-day, free virtual picture book celebration Tomorrow! There's still time to register. #PictureBookPalooza www.slj.com/event/slj-pi...
SLJ Picture Book Palooza
Join us July 23rd for our sixth annual SLJ Picture Book Palooza, an all-day, free virtual celebration of authors and artists from around the world, who bring picture books to life with their extraordi...
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33 Fantastic Graphic Novels from Faith Erin Hicks, Pedro Martín, and Dan Santat | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far www.slj.com/story/33-fan...
33 Must-Have Graphic Novels from Faith Erin Hicks, Pedro Martín, and Dan Santat | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far
From long-awaited sequels to brand-new offerings from favorite authors, these titles for tweens and teens won't remain long on bookshelves.
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13 Awesome Spanish-Language and Bilingual Works from Raúl the Third, Meg Medina, and Brendan Wenzel | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far www.slj.com/story/13-Awe...
13 Awesome Spanish-Language and Bilingual Works from Raúl the Third, Meg Medina, and Brendan Wenzel | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far
Diversify shelves with this stellar mix of Spanish-language and bilingual board books, picture books, middle grade, graphic novels, and even YA.
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Welcome to Kansas City! 😁 We're excited to be offering a discount code for The Rabbit hOle, highlighting another book bundle, and featuring local professional development course speakers. Explore more: hubs.la/Q04q7t1v0 Discount available until August 22, 2026.
6 Choice Board Books for Early Learning Shelves | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far www.slj.com/story/6-choi...
6 Choice Board Books for Early Learning Shelves | SLJ 2026 Stars So Far
This adorable crop of board books address first haircuts and doctor visits and include the latest from Jon Klassen.
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Join us July 23rd for our sixth annual SLJ Picture Book Palooza, an all-day, free virtual celebration of authors and artists from around the world. For the first time, we've included a new interactive forum. There's still time to register. #PictureBookPalooza www.slj.com/event/slj-pi...
SLJ Picture Book Palooza
Join us July 23rd for our sixth annual SLJ Picture Book Palooza, an all-day, free virtual celebration of authors and artists from around the world, who bring picture books to life with their extraordi...
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