Melanie Kletter

Librarians are paying more attention to unconscious racial bias, inclusion, and diversity issues when culling titles and considering collection development, according to School Library Journal's recent survey.

Four new YA authors tell SLJ about the works that influenced them and how they are celebrating their first publications.

Five debut authors tell SLJ about creating funny, joyful, and serious stories, and their hope that young people take pride in who they are.

Educators are using audiobooks in new ways to teach material and help students build literacy skills. Plus: 15 classroom-ready podcasts.

As spring arrives, three debut YA authors discuss their writing challenges, hopes for this season, and telling the truth...even if it hurts.

The pandemic has significantly impacted school library budgets and spending this year. Here's what has changed.

How to steer a board of nine- to twelve-year-olds and turn ideas into bold initiatives.

Three YA authors tell SLJ about their favorite childhood books and take a deep dive into the main characters in their debut novels.

This month’s debut authors share what it has been like to get their first YA book published in the midst of a pandemic. Crystal Maldonado, Louisa Onomé, Marti Leimbach, and Bethany Mangle also discuss some of the research and self-reflection that went into writing their stories, and the importance of staying true to yourself.