Katy Hershberger, a writer, editor, reviewer, and bookseller who has spent over a decade working in children’s and YA publishing, joins School Library Journal as Senior Editor, YA.
Paper published in Research on Diversity in Youth Literature questions representation in Dr. Seuss's children's books. Researchers Katie Ishizuka and Ramón Stephens cited racist and other problematic depictions in classic Seuss picture books, ranging from The Sneetches to Horton Hears a Who!.
For an upcoming feature article, School Library Journal wants to profile school librarians who are leading the way in technology use at their school or district.
In Renée Watson and Ellen Hagan's stunning new book, the authors introduce readers to two budding activists who challenge the status quo at their school.
The debut YA author talks about her path to publication, the “soupiness” of her characters, and what she’s working on next.
The creator of a mobile library serving children in Afghanistan, a middle school teacher-designer of a social justice course in West Philadelphia, and #1000BlackGirlBooks founder Marley Dias were named to the International Literacy Association’s “30 Under 30” list.
Known for his discerning eye and love of theater, Neal Porter has established one of the highest quality picture book imprints in the United States and around the world.
The author has brought back the beloved Jewish family from New York's Lower East Side for a Hanukkah book for a new generation.
Acevedo received the award for her debut novel The Poet X, written in verse.
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