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Kwame Alexander to Keynote 2025 SLJ Summit

Kwame Alexander to Keynote 2025 SLJ Summit
Kara Yorio,  Sep 30, 2025

Join the Newbery-winning author and peers from around the country for a weekend of professional development and expanding your professional learning community.

Divorce, Picture Book Style: Michael Datcher Discusses A Song for Two Homes

Divorce, Picture Book Style: Michael Datcher Discusses A Song for Two Homes
Betsy Bird | Blogs,  Sep 28, 2025
Writing any picture book about an "issue" like divorce is a daunting prospect. Fortunately this new entry in the field is up to the challenge.
A Tomi Ungerer Symposium is Nigh: Aria Ungerer Discusses Her Father and His Work

A Tomi Ungerer Symposium is Nigh: Aria Ungerer Discusses Her Father and His Work
Betsy Bird | Blogs,  Sep 26, 2025
"His uncompromising approach to making art, his refusal to back away from his principles and political engagement." The time has never been better to learn more about Tomi Ungerer.
“That momentous moment: the turning of the page.” A Cover Reveal and Q&A with Kyo Maclear and Julie Morstad for A Door Is to Open

“That momentous moment: the turning of the page.” A Cover Reveal and Q&A with Kyo Maclear and Julie Morstad for A Door Is to Open
Betsy Bird | Blogs,  Sep 25, 2025
Open doors and hospitality is the name of the game today as we talk about the agency of turning the page in a book with two renowned picture book creators.
Hello BALLy: Jordan Morris Discusses Humor, Musical Theater, and Her Latest Solo Picture Book Venture

Hello BALLy: Jordan Morris Discusses Humor, Musical Theater, and Her Latest Solo Picture Book Venture
Betsy Bird | Blogs,  Sep 23, 2025
A dog's true best friend stars in its own show in this ludicrous and wonderful picture book readaloud. I interview its creator (dog lovers - this one's for you).
Never Seen THAT Before! A Talk with Millie von Platen About Her Zohran Mamdani Book

Never Seen THAT Before! A Talk with Millie von Platen About Her Zohran Mamdani Book
Betsy Bird | Blogs,  Sep 18, 2025
It may be a one-of-a-kind picture book, at least in the history of American publishing. A picture book about a mayoral candidate put out by a major publisher? How did this happen?

Freedom to Read Project Releases Free Advocacy Guide and Workbook | News Bites
SLJ Staff,  Sep 18, 2025

The Freedom to Read Project has released a free advocacy guide and workbook; ALA sets date for Youth Media Awards; educators and public librarians can submit proposals for a visit from National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Mac Barnett; and the National Women's History Museum opens registration for virtual field trips.

The Magic of Dark Academia, a guest post by Skyla Arndt

The Magic of Dark Academia, a guest post by Skyla Arndt
Skyla Arndt,  Sep 17, 2025

The House of Hearts author shares with SLJ her love for the supernatural and discusses how teens can apply the otherworldly enchantment of dark academia to their own lives.

Tackling Topics with Integrity and Heart: A Cover Reveal and Q&A with Kao Kalia Yang and Seo Kim

Tackling Topics with Integrity and Heart: A Cover Reveal and Q&A with Kao Kalia Yang and Seo Kim
Betsy Bird | Blogs,  Sep 16, 2025
Seems to me the more books we can devise that confront racism, the better. But how do you confront a hate crime in a picture book? Today's title does precisely that.
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