Best Of
Give this to fans of Marcus Sedgwick, Margaret Atwood’s “MaddAddam” trilogy, and The Last of Us television show and video game.
Avi is a master of historical fiction, addressing universal issues that transcend his novel’s setting and timeline. A first purchase.
A book that embraces libraries and patrons everywhere, meant to be enjoyed and shared.
A must-have for read-alouds in schools, this northern tale will captivate both ears and eyes alike of young listeners and onlookers.
This beautiful book is for any library needing books about art and the process of creating, learning to do something new, or the relationship between grandparents and grandchildren.
This beautifully sincere and striking picture book belongs in every collection.
Another hit from Pilkey, sure to be popular with his many fans, this is a multi-copy purchase for any library serving young people (and adults!).
SLJ has selected 191 titles for our 2025 Best Books of the year! Take a look at our fabulous December issue cover, dedicated to this year's list.
From sensory-filled illustrations to relentlessly funny characters, the 2025 Best Picture Books make for excellent read-alouds, heartfelt one-on-ones, and heartrending reads.
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