Join authors Tracey Baptiste, Sarah Jean Horwtiz, Karen Rivers, Maria Padian, and Cynthia Copeland as they discuss each of their brand-new titles and protagonists. Each title represents characteristics beyond just being tough and will encourage young readers to celebrate their own fierceness, whether they have Fierce Courage like Corinne or a Fierce Voice like Cindy.

“Read More Books” is the fifth most popular New Year’s resolution for people of all ages. Meanwhile, data pulled from the Beanstack software and mobile app confirms that the month of January is the second best month of the year to run a reading challenge. This webcast will share 5 best practices for employing a winter reading challenge to increase circulation and grow a culture of reading. 

What is a #ReadWoke book—and how can having more of them benefit your library program? Join librarian, SLJ columnist, and #ReadWoke founder Cicely Lewis to learn more about the #ReadWoke movement and how diversifying your collections will make a difference in your library. Cicely will also introduce you to three #OwnVoices authors with new fall offerings!

Join School Library Journal for a FREE Day of Dialog St. Paul, the most anticipated librarian-only gathering of the year! 

Our popular series returns with all-new presentations, from spreading the word about your library (aka marketing) and makerspace tips from the pros, to the lowdown on grants and how to get them. Led by top practitioners in the field, these one-hour free programs will offer practical insight into these hot topics, with implications for schools and libraries.

Join Library Journal and School Library Journal for our third annual LibraryCon Live! We're excited to offer a day-long celebration of fandom-beloved stories and characters, featuring the creators behind mind-bending speculative fiction, innovative comics, and fan-favorite graphic novels. You'll also learn from librarians and industry insiders on how to plan and host your own Comic Con-style event.