October is Queer History Month, a time to celebrate the stories, struggles, and achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community. This month provides librarians and teachers an opportunity to expand upon their collections, highlight diverse voices, and foster a welcoming environment for all students. In this post, we’ll share book recommendations that honor LGBTQIA+ history and role […]Read more "Librarian Prep Post: Queer History Month"
There’s no better way to spend clear summer nights than stargazing! It’s time to reflect on the year so far. Read on to discover which 2024 titles have earned review recognition from industry professionals.Read more "Shimmer and Shine: The Stars of 2024 So Far"
Get ready for an exclusive spotlight on our Spring 2024 graphic novel releases! From thrilling adventures like Hotelitor: Luxury-Class Defense and Hospitality Unit to heartfelt stories such as Just Another Story: A Graphic Migration Account, this season’s lineup offers something for every reader. Join us as we highlight the standout graphic novels of the season, […]Read more "Librarian Prep Post: Essential Spring 2024 Graphic Novel Highlights"
Welcome to our Spring 2024 YA Nonfiction Roundup! This season, we’re thrilled to showcase a diverse selection of nonfiction titles that will captivate and educate young readers. From personal stories of migration and the science of wildfires to explorations of historical innovations in agriculture and medicine, and more! Read on to explore these fresh reads […]Read more "Fresh Reads for Teens: Spring 2024 YA Nonfiction Roundup"
Welcome aboard Hotelitor: Luxury-Class Defense and Hospitality Unit. This is the finest hospitality craft in its colony, equipped with jet feet, a hyperspace engine, and single, double, and adjoining rooms. When an alien attack strands the craft in deep space, 18-year-old intern Anna Greene must save its guests from chaos! Today comics extraordinaire Josh Hicks […]Read more "Hotelitor: An Interview with Author and Illustrator Josh Hicks"