Shelley Diaz

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Christopher Columbus and the Taino People

Kate Messner & Jose Barreiro | NONFICTION, Aug 01, 2023

Libraries will want to add where Nathan Hale’s “Hazardous Tales,” and the previous “History Smashers” are popular. This accessible curricular tie-in is perfect for history units.

Remember Us

Jacqueline Woodson | FICTION, Aug 01, 2023

The power of community and friendship permeates every word in this middle grade novel for all readers. A truly masterly work.

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Vincent Ventura and the Curse of the Dancing Devil/Vincent Ventura y la maldición del diablo bailarín

Xavier Garza | FICTION, Jul 21, 2023

A great choice for bilingual and Spanish-language shelves and where short middle grade readers are needed.

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The Van Buren Sisters vs. the Pants Police

J.F. Fox | NONFICTION, Jul 21, 2023

A fun choice to round out picture book biography shelves, especially where titles on little-known women in history are needed.

Elisa Chavarri: A Versatile, Exuberant Style Characterizes this Creator’s Work | SLJ 2023 Stars

Shelley M. Diaz, Jul 19, 2023

Chavarri has illustrated works ranging from a Little Golden Book Biography on Taylor Swift to two 2023 starred picture books with Latinx themes.

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Dark Cloud

Anna Lazowski | FICTION, Jul 14, 2023

Perfect for SEL shelves and curriculum, this sensitive picture book is highly recommended for caregivers and educators working with young children.

Staying Power: SLJ reviewers share what makes a book a “star” | From the Editor

Shelley M. Diaz, Jul 11, 2023

Our almost 500 reviewers initiate the first step in determining each month's stars. Backed by their professional experience, they nominate the books they believe will make a long-lasting imprint on readers' hearts.