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Books are being challenged across the country; districts in Pennsylvania and Texas dominate the news with their decisions to remove materials. 

Save the date and register to join us “In Community” for a full-day, virtual program on Oct. 28.

Whether readers are looking for an inspirational story about a chef, to get to know Megan Rapinoe, or to nerd out on grammar, the options are there. Plus: six stellar adaptations.

September debuts are here, with new YA authors taking on race relations among teenagers, the culture of K-pop, and the power of magic.

Ten contenders span genre, form, and topic, ranging from coming-of-age stories that explore gender, sexuality, and acceptance, to pivotal events in American history that resonate today.

These podcasts for elementary through high school students address emotions, kindness, mindfulness, choices, bullying, homework, and being the new kid at school.

Black nonfiction offers age-appropriate narratives to educate children and presents the truth needed for “recovery, reconciliation, and repair.”

Poet and author Carole Boston Weatherford curated this list of recommended black nonfiction titles.

Creators home in on previously untold stories and lesser-known figures. Plus: 12 recommended titles.