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Honoring a Decade of Out of Darkness

Ten years ago, Carolrhoda Lab released Out of Darkness into the world and the story quickly began to carve out a powerful space in the hearts of readers and classrooms alike. Ashley Hope Pérez’s award-winning novel—a haunting, lyrical, and unflinching look at love, racism, and tragedy in 1930s Texas—has inspired readers across the country. Now, […]Read more

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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.Read more

Author Interviews

Sometimes the Girl: An Interview with Jennifer Mason-Black

What do relationships, art, and the truth have in common? Sometimes they are messy. Eighteen-year-old Holi learns this firsthand in Sometimes the Girl when she gets a short-term job sorting through the attic of an acclaimed elderly author. There in the attic, Holi discovers secrets that change the way she sees her own life and […]Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: May New Releases

May marks the beginning of many sunny days and the birthday of some exciting new releases! From captivating stories to fun adventures, this month is packed with treasures to explore.Read more

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The Red Car to Hollywood: An Interview with Author Jennie Liu

Step into the vibrant, drama-filled era of early Hollywood in The Red Car to Hollywood, where 16-year-old Ruby Chan is in a tough spot following the revelation of her secret relationship with a white boy to her traditional Chinese parents. Her parents hire a matchmaker in an effort to protect their reputation, but Ruby is […]Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: March New Releases

Hop into spring with our bouquet of fresh book releases to brighten your reading list! Whether you’re looking for picture books, graphic novels, fiction, or nonfiction, this delightful bouquet will have something for everyone.Read more

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Raised by Wolves: The Thrilling Trilogy Now in Paperback

First released in 2010, the Raised by Wolves series swept readers into a paranormal adventure filled with mystery, danger, and romance. Now readers can revisit all three novels in paperback format! Keep reading to return to the secretive world of werewolves and see the brand new covers from New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Lynn […]Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: January New Releases

There’s no better way to start 2025 than with confetti and candles to celebrate an abundance of book birthdays! As we turn the calendar to a year full of possibilities, these fiction and nonfiction titles promise to entertain young readers on their new adventures.Read more

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Here Goes Nothing: An Interview with Author Emma K. Ohland

Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing is a timeless comedy and the inspiration behind Emma K. Ohland’s new YA novel Here Goes Nothing. In this hilarious coming-of-age story, eighteen-year-old Beatrice isn’t a fan of her neighbor Bennie. But when Beatrice’s sister starts dating Bennie’s friend and throws them into frequent contact, Beatrice must wrestle with complicated […]Read more

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