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We rounded up our reviews of the five titles on YALSA’s 2019 Excellence in Nonfiction Award Shortlist.

YALSA names five finalists for the award honoring the best nonfiction for teens.

A selection of engaging picture books just right for reading to lap-sitters, sharing with soon-to-be big siblings, or satisfying youngsters that revel in snuggling close.

The former “Heavy Medal” blogger makes a case for Neal Shusterman’s sequel and points to a strong crop of middle grade titles that might have a chance at the medal.

It’s a magical moment for a librarian when a classroom teacher says, "Let's collaborate on a reading project."  Whether the teacher's focus is the Common Core, Social Studies, or their state standards, there are ample opportunities for a librarian to make a huge impact.

Our young reviewers tackle a range of recent works for children and teens, including novels featuring wacky aliens, murderous reality TV, and more.

We spotlight the best of children's and YA materials reviewed in our November issue, including the latest from Kevin Henkes, Sharon Draper, Roshani Chokshi, and Ibi Zoboi.

Young leads and timely topics give these adult audiobooks teen appeal

A former Printz committee and current Coretta Scott King Award Book Jury member discusses her possible Printz picks for 2019.