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Companionable Reads | SLJ Spotlight
Several sequels and companion books are reviewed in this month’s issue—from Bruce Coville’s laugh-out-loud second installment in the “Enchanted Files” series and Eleanor Glewwe’s thoughtful follow-up to Sparkers to Kirsten Hubbard’s unique companion to last year’s unsettling Watch the Sky and Beth Vrabel’s heartfelt sequel to A Blind Guide to Stinkville.
Smells Like Tween Spirit | SLJ Spotlight
Whether you call them "upper middle grade" titles, "tween reads," or just "great books for preteens," the following selections are perfect for those looking for a middle school setting, a bit of YA-esque action, but non of the more sophisticated content that typically accompanies novels for true teens.
Adam Gidwitz's Illuminating Medieval Adventure | Under the Covers
Gidwitz, author of the popular "Tale Dark and Grimm" series, discusses his latest work, an ambitious and well-crafted historical adventure set in medieval France.
Getting In on the Action | SLJ Spotlight
For readers looking for books that will grab them, hold their attention, and leave them wanting more, these action packed titles will have readers humming the “Mission Impossible” theme song.
The Bee Book | 30-Second Booktalk
A mini booktalk about one of our favorite new nonfiction titles, The Bee Book.
Librarian Creates #BlackLivesMatter Booklist for Teens
Chelsea Couillard-Smith, a librarian at Hennepin County (MN) Library, created a #blacklivesmatter booklist for teens.
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