Booklists

Grab your towel, sunscreen, and snacks, and head out in the sunshine to enjoy some summertime stories. These 16 YA romances celebrate love and everything summer, from camp and vacation drama to days spent at jobs and on creative pursuits.

Jamie Smart is the British author and illustrator of the bestselling children’s comic series “Bunny vs Monkey.” Max and Chaffy: Welcome to Animal Island is the first title in his new graphic novel series for kids ages 5–8. Smart talks about the creation of this delightful new series.

Celebrate mothers not just for one day but all year long with these selections.

A celebration of birding, making new friends, and the power of self-love make these picture books excellent choices for summer reading and all year round.

These nonfiction titles feature Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander politicians, restaurateurs, Nobel Peace Prize recipients, and more.

This month, an illustrated poem by Joy Harjo stands out, along with Spanish, Holidays, and Back-to-School titles, among others.

Seven new graphic novels, both fiction and nonfiction, that depict the immigration experience. 

This month’s starred titles take readers to Turkey, walk them through the first day of school, and give the number zero its moment in the spotlight.

These books share tips on using AI, mini-lessons, manga, and more to engage and educate students and patrons.