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Beach Kids Feel No Pain: Growing Up On, and Writing About, the Jersey Shore, a guest post by Nicole Melleby

Beach Kids Feel No Pain: Growing Up On, and Writing About, the Jersey Shore, a guest post by Nicole Melleby
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  May 01, 2023
I wanted to write about kids like me, who know what it feels like to grow up in a place other people spend a week or two at for vacation in the summer; a place that, for them, for me, is home all year round.
Jason Reynolds on Living a Curious, Creative, and Imaginative Life |

Jason Reynolds on Living a Curious, Creative, and Imaginative Life | "Ask Me Anything"
SLJ staff,  May 01, 2023

On the occasion of receiving the 2023 Margaret A. Edwards Award honoring his significant and lasting contribution to writing for teens, Jason Reynolds took the reins on SLJ's Instagram. Here's the full AMA, your feel-good watch of the day.

Databases, Booksellers, and ‘Gender Queer’ | Most Viewed Stories on SLJ

Databases, Booksellers, and ‘Gender Queer’ | Most Viewed Stories on SLJ
SLJ staff,  Apr 30, 2023

Censorship remains the focus of SLJ readers, as ALA's Most Challenged Books and restricted access to library databases lead our most popular content, alongside Refreshing the Canon recommendations in partnership with NCTE.

 

Event News: Twin Cities Teen Lit Con 2023

Event News: Twin Cities Teen Lit Con 2023
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Apr 28, 2023
This Saturday, April 29, is Twin Cities Teen Lit Con in Mendota Heights, MN at Two Rivers High School. Check out the amazing lineup for the day!
Setting and Specificity: We Will Meet You There, a guest post by Polly Farquhar

Setting and Specificity: We Will Meet You There, a guest post by Polly Farquhar
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Apr 27, 2023
The idea of what is universal has been on my mind a lot. Too often universal means "You must get over here" rather than "We will meet you there."
The Power of Writing an UnRevolutionary Book, a guest post by Kalena Miller

The Power of Writing an UnRevolutionary Book, a guest post by Kalena Miller
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Apr 27, 2023
It's difficult to explain the joy and privilege that accompanies being so unrevolutionary. The fact that kids today have so many books to choose about OCD is a miracle.
How BUFFALO FLATS Flattened Me: Turning Your Family History into Historical Fiction, a guest post by Martine Leavitt

How BUFFALO FLATS Flattened Me: Turning Your Family History into Historical Fiction, a guest post by Martine Leavitt
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Apr 26, 2023
If you have inherited a story from your progenitors that you think might make a book, go for it. It’s worth a little detour through hell.
As Censors Target Online Resources, Student Searches Come Up Empty

As Censors Target Online Resources, Student Searches Come Up Empty
Andrew Bauld,  Apr 26, 2023

Attempts to restrict access to digital materials have been led largely by conservative parent groups and political activists who claim they are protecting students from “obscene” materials.

Book Mail: Fake dating, trans magic, a rap contest, an elite competition, and more!

Book Mail: Fake dating, trans magic, a rap contest, an elite competition, and more!
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Apr 25, 2023
Bust out those TBR lists! It's time to see what's new and forthcoming in the worlds of middle grade and YA!
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