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We are here, and we are queer, and we can’t reduce our identities to the neat black-and-white that society would like us to. We can’t (and shouldn’t) reduce our stories, either.
The DogEaredBookAward: Creating Readers and Celebrating Books, a guest post by Jennifer Guyor Jowett
A few years back, I was looking for a way to engage readers and put books into students’ hands that landed somewhere between enjoyment reading and the rigor of a novel unit. After playing around with some ideas, a book award seemed to offer just the right amount of dynamic interaction.
When I think of what it means to stay afloat, I think of resilience. I was moved to write WAVE because I had an inspiring vision of what waves can teach us about resilience.
What a breath of fresh air it is to see this basic human function not just simply mentioned in fiction for kids and teens, but explored.
Deena's authentic voice will immediately draw in readers who will be glad to see her learn to be more open with her family, find a mentor for her art, and get the help she needs to deal with her anxiety.
Queer stories can be joyful. We can celebrate that joy both looking backward toward the past, standing bravely in the present, and facing the future with hope and good care for each other, always.
Q&A: Kacen Callender Talks About 'Chosen Ones' and Reflecting Their Identity in 'Infinity Alchemist'
Just ahead of the release of their YA fantasy novel Infinity Alchemist, author Kacen Callender talked with SLJ about the idea of "chosen ones," reflecting their community and identity in their writing, and more.
The Black Caucus of the American Library Association released its 2023 Best of the Best Books list, featuring more than 75 titles divided into three categories: PreK–4, Grades 5–8, and Grades 9–12.
A few years ago, I set off on an adventure that would eventually leave me both alone and alone in the woods…for days on end.
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