Happy Book Birthday: August New Releases
The school year is about to begin! Welcome students back to the classroom with these fiction and nonfiction August releases.
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Jane Austen for All Ages
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birthday with books inspired by her, her writing, and her life!
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Librarian Prep Post: Honor Hispanic Voices in Your Classroom or Library
Hispanic Heritage Month is just around the corner—running from September 15 to October 15—and now is the perfect time to prep your shelves and displays. We’ve gathered a range of titles that highlight Latinx voices, celebrate cultural contributions, and spark meaningful conversations in the classroom and library.
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Happy Book Birthday: July New Releases
Summer is in full swing and we have a brand new picture book to share with you! Discover an unconventional love story written by New Zealand’s leading children’s writer and illustrated by one of Japan’s foremost children’s illustrators.
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YA Nonfiction Roundup: Real Stories. Big Ideas.
The YA nonfiction genre can offer powerful ways for teens to connect with the world around them. These titles bring real voices, real stories, and real issues to the forefront—ideal for sparking critical thinking, empathy, and meaningful discussion.
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YA Fiction Roundup: Teen Reads to Recommend
Looking for what’s new in YA? These fiction titles (plus a few you may have missed) deliver the heart, drama, and voice today’s teen readers crave.
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New Picture Books to Read, Reread, and Recommend
These new titles are ready for storytime shelves and classroom collections. Full of heart, humor, and kid appeal, they’re the kind of books young readers will revisit—and you will love to recommend.
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Summer Stars Showdown: Top Titles from 2025 So Far
After several spring showers, the skies have cleared and now we’re seeing stars! Today we celebrate the titles that have received that special recognition from journals via starred reviews. From young adult historical fiction to picture book biographies, these amazing titles stand out from the crowd.
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Librarian Prep Post: Back-to-School Book Picks for Your Future Self
We won’t say “back to school” too loudly just yet. But if you’re the type who likes to ease into planning or just wants to feel ahead of the game, we’ve rounded up some amazing books to help you start the year with purpose, connection, and maybe even a little fun.
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