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The Nobel Laureate was remembered for her words and inspiring countless writers to follow her lead.

Homelessness is on the rise among students. With help, these kids can find their potential.

Migrant kids in foster care and secure holding facilities will get books thanks to a new grant from First Book, plus coming titles from Lois Lowry and Megan Rapinoe, and more news.

The Director of Charisma and Hospitality at the Tewksbury (MA) Public Library works hard each day to bring smiles to the faces of library patrons of all ages. SLJ caught up with Hardcover, the cheerful social media darling who also happens to be a  two-year-old yellow-bellied slider turtle.

In the wake of President Trump’s remarks, telling four U.S. Congresswomen to "go back" to their countries, we wanted to hear from you. Have you experienced bigotry or witnessed it in your school or library? Share your story in the comments here, on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

This "American Masters" film reveals details of the author's life through interviews with her, as well as her friends, family members, and writers she influenced.

Brigid Alverson will write SLJ’s manga column, including coverage of various genres, and what’s popular and why, with recommended titles for tweens and teens.

In this inaugural column, Brigid Alverson offers a sampling of all-ages manga. Engaging stories that don't feel childish, most are good picks for teens and tweens. 

IMLS-funded free, online professional development racial equity curriculum is now available; Dav Pilkey and Scholastic try to "Do Good"; youth writer awards announced and more in this edition of News Bites.