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Arm in Arm: An Interview with Author Angelica Shirley Carpenter

As historian Laurel Thatcher Ulrich said, “Well-behaved women seldom make history,” and the Grimké sisters were anything but well-behaved. Born into a family of enslavers in the South, Sarah Grimké and Angelina Grimké Weld were some of the first women to speak out about abolition and women’s rights. Arm in Arm: The Grimké Sisters’ Fight […]Read more

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Wild Song: An Interview with Author Candy Gourlay

In 1904, sixteen-year-old Luki travels from the US-controlled Philippines to the World’s Fair in Saint Louis, Missouri, where she discovers a wider world. But even as Luki makes friends and discovers intriguing things, she learns dangerous secrets and difficult truths. Facing pressures from all sides, she must decide what kind of future she wants after […]Read more

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Speaking Out Loud: The Voices Behind the New YA Nonfiction Ban This!

What would you do if your school removed books from the library—books that reflected your identity, your history, your reality? In Ban This!: How One School Fought Two Book Bans and Won (and How You Can Too), a powerful group of students and educators from Central York High School in Pennsylvania show exactly how they […]Read more

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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.Read more

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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.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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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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Fall 2024 YA Nonfiction Roundup

This fall, immerse yourself in a roundup of YA nonfiction that opens doors to discovery, understanding, and empowerment. From the science of poisonous plants to the ever-evolving history of technology, these books cover a fascinating spectrum of topics. Perfect for educators, librarians, and readers alike, these titles promise to inspire curiosity and spark meaningful conversations. […]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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