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A popular nomination by readers, does Ghost Boys really deserve Newbery consideration?
Two excellent—but different—books about girls who navigate abusive situations.
Our young reviewers tackle a range of recent works for children and teens, including novels featuring wacky aliens, murderous reality TV, and more.
Check out the recording of Acevedo’s 2018 SLJTeen Live! keynote, in which she talks about her path to publication, the importance of literacy and seeing yourself books, 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.
Recent titles address various privileges among young people. Ultimately, a lot of folks realize it doesn’t feel good to cause harm.
Young leads and timely topics give these adult audiobooks teen appeal
Discussing National Book Award finalist and possible Newbery contender The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge with its inventive storytelling and extended sequences of illustrations.
Jacqueline Woodson's picture book The Day You Begin may have more of a Newbery chance than her middle grade title, Harbor Me.
A former Printz committee and current Coretta Scott King Award Book Jury member discusses her possible Printz picks for 2019.
This autumn’s harvest has produced a brand-new crop of compelling stories, from a must-have manga series starter to a slice-of-life memoir in the graphic format.
A check of the Newbery criteria and guidelines before digging into these two co-authored possibilities.
Using epistolary poems as the format for the text, the authors establish a window into the intimate ways a student (the narrator) is impacted by the substitute teacher’s presence.
Colby Sharp speaks with the author of Stella Díaz Has Something to Say.
A look at titles including Pride, The Chaos of Now, and Queer as a Five-Dollar Bill.
A light touch to the writing makes plot details feel mostly appropriate, supported by strong development of character and themes.
Looking for new titles to add to your Halloween-themed book displays and programming? Check out these recently reviewed spine-tingling works for tweens that will spook and terrify.
The five finalists chosen for the National Book Awards are all in "Newbery range."
The shortlist for the 2018 National Book Awards for Young People's Literature has been announced! Here are our reviews.
When the season turns cool and costumed ghouls and goblins begin roaming the streets—it’s time cozy up with a mystery.
Some titles from Native writers in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day.
Heavy Medal is ready for readers' first three titles to kick off Newbery nominating season.
Read a chapter from Jeff Kinney's latest in this exclusive look at Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown.
Harbor Me, Tight, and Soar are among the titles getting post-it reviews.
If you’re seeking 2018 fictional works about Latinx experiences, look no further.
National Geographic wants middle grade fiction fans to get hooked on science with "Explorer Academy" series.
Can YA fantasy speak truth to power? Author Sayantani DasGupta addresses that question and more with Elana K. Arnold, Betsy Cornwell, Kiersten White, Anna-Marie McLemore, and Mimi Yu.
The second-generation Cuban American author talks to SLJ about her sophomore YA novel, path to publication, and advice to aspiring teen writers.
This cadre is made up of Latinx women and non-binary creators with debut and sophomore fictional books for children and teens releasing between Fall 2018–2019.
SLJ reviews and interviews for the 10 longlist titles for the 2018 National Book Award for Young People’s Literature.
Betsy Bird looks at some of the best fictional picture books with photographic illustrations.
Latchkey
All the Stars Denied
Surprise!
I Am Human: A Book of Empathy
Billy Stuart and the Zintrepids
Garbage Island
Unwritten
Lucy and the String
Dear Professor Whale
The Eleventh Trade
Auntie Luce's Talking Paintings
Girls on the Line
Galápagos Girl/Galapagueña
Extravaganza at the Plaza
The Wind Called My Name
The Spy with the Red Balloon
Baby's Firsts
The Kaleidoscope Sisters
The Leading Edge of Now
Pearl
The Tiger's Egg
You Have the Right To Remain Fat
Grizzly Boy
Muse of Nightmares
Louisiana's Way Home
The Bottle Imp of Bright House
The Perfect Secret
Nipper and the Lunchbox
Star in the Jar
Apple in the Middle
Peaceful Fights for Equal Rights
Sorrel and the Sleepover
I'm Ok
Anna at the Art Museum
Love Like Sky
Dreamers
Quiver
