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Zeyna Lost and Found: An Interview with Author Shafaq Khan

Set in 1970, Zeyna Lost and Found follows twelve-year-old Zeyna, a British Pakistani girl caught between two worlds—and two continents. What begins as an awkward family trip to Pakistan quickly spirals into a high-stakes search when Zeyna’s parents mysteriously vanish, leaving only cryptic clues and whispers of a jewel heist behind. With her annoying little […]Read more

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Librarian Prep Post: Books to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month

This fall is already busy with back-to-school activities, but November’s Native American Heritage Month will be here before you know it. We’ve selected a few books you can order, process, and spotlight ahead of time, ensuring your readers have authentic stories and voices to explore when the month begins.Read more

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The Library in the Woods: A Picture Book’s Journey

by Carol Hinz, Associate Publisher Although picture books are not long in terms of page count, they often take multiple years to make. Today I’d like to share a peek behind the scenes at the journey of The Library in the Woods by Calvin Alexander Ramsey and R. Gregory Christie.Read more

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We Are the Scrappy Ones: An Interview with Illustrator Kirbi Fagan

We Are the Scrappy Ones by Rebekah Taussig is an anthem of belonging, celebrating the wide range of disabled children and affirming their worth, just as they are. Luminous illustrations by Kirbi Fagan portray a diverse cast of characters living, learning, and playing. Settle in for a warm, joy-filled book that celebrates and affirms disabled […]Read more

Librarian Prep Post: Read with Pride

Pride Month is almost here, and now’s the perfect time to refresh your book displays, lesson plans, and library collections with inclusive reads! This Librarian Prep Post features a curated list of new LGBTQ+ titles that celebrate identity, foster empathy, and uplift every reader. Read on and get your library Pride Month-ready!Read more

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Librarian Prep Post: Book Recommendations for May’s Heritage and Awareness Months

May is a month to honor heritage, history, and well-being by sharing meaningful stories and perspectives in libraries and classrooms. With Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, and Mental Health Awareness Month approaching, now is the time to start planning. This post features book recommendations to help you build […]Read more

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Level Up Your Summer Reading with Lerner Books!

As we prepare for the summer months ahead, now is the perfect time for librarians, educators, and families to start planning their summer reading programs. We are here to help by offering a curated selection of engaging titles that align with the iREAD® 2025 theme: Level Up at Your Library. Get ready to build an […]Read more

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Enhance Your Bookshelves with These Unique Voices

This roundup features a handful of engaging stories that highlight resilience, innovation, and personal triumph—from picture books about overcoming challenges to thought-provoking nonfiction for older readers.Read more

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Build a Vibrant Spanish Collection with These New Books

Enrich your Spanish-language collections with our latest titles! Perfect for classrooms and libraries, these new releases include vibrant picture books, engaging middle-grade adventures, and informative nonfiction that will captivate young readers and support bilingual and Spanish-language learning. Read on to discover must-have additions for your shelves!Read more

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